Three Pyramids is a traditional wooden sailing dahabiya offering six double cabins of roughly 13m² each — fitted with large or twin beds in Egyptian cotton, panoramic windows, and private bath — alongside a single 21m² suite with its own large bed and private terrace. (One operator listing puts the total closer to eight rooms with two suites; confirm the current configuration against your supplier before this goes live.) Air conditioning runs throughout every cabin, and the boat carries the standard dahabiya safety and water-filtration setup rather than anything more elaborate.
The spacious sundeck — with its wooden loungers, awnings, and oriental-style seating — is where most of the day plays out, complemented below by a cozy indoor lounge stocked with a small library and a dedicated dining salon serving full-board gourmet meals with unlimited tea, coffee, and snacks. There’s no pool or spa on board, in keeping with the dahabiya format generally.
Three Pyramids sails the classic Luxor–Aswan corridor in both directions, stopping at Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Esna along the way, with an optional early-morning Abu Simbel excursion for guests sailing from the Aswan side. Itineraries run as either a 4-night or 5-night sailing depending on direction. (Weekly departure day varies by listing — worth locking down the exact day from your booking calendar rather than guessing.)
Compared to Merit’s hotel-style comforts or Sacred Lotus’s antique salon atmosphere, Three Pyramids leans into pure exclusivity: its small cabin count makes it a natural fit for a full private charter — couples wanting total privacy, or a single family or friend group booking the entire boat rather than sharing it with strangers.
With six cabins, Sacred Lotus Dahabiya sits in the sweet spot between a private-feeling boat and a small, friendly group. It is just one cabin bigger than Abundance, yet that extra room is often exactly what a family or two couples traveling together need.
Cabins range from 13 to 21 sq m, so you can choose a cozy room or a more spacious one depending on your budget, and every cabin is air-conditioned with its own bathroom and mini bar – a real comfort in the warmer months. Days are spent on the sun deck, and WiFi is available on board. Its mid-week departures, Saturdays from Luxor and Wednesdays from Aswan, also set it apart from the many dahabiyas that sail on Mondays and Fridays.
| Ship | Category | Cabins | Cabin size | From price | Facilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Lotus Dahabiya | Dahabiya | 6 | 13-21 sq m | On request | On request |
| Abundance Dahabiya Boat | Dahabiya | 5 | 12-22 sq m | On request | On request |
| Assouan Dahabiya Nile Cruise | Dahabiya | On request | On request | On request | On request |
| Three Pyramids Dahabiya | Dahabiya | On request | On request | On request | Pool |
Sacred Lotus Dahabiya is the six-cabin, mid-week option; Abundance is slightly smaller at five cabins, and Three Pyramids is the pick if you want a pool.
How many cabins does Sacred Lotus Dahabiya have?
Six cabins, ranging from 13 to 21 sq m.
Are the cabins air-conditioned?
Yes, and each has a private bathroom and a mini bar.
Which days does it sail?
Saturdays from Luxor and Wednesdays from Aswan.
Where do I board?
In Esna or Aswan, depending on your direction.
Prices are in US dollars per person, and you receive a confirmation voucher by email within 24 hours of booking. Payment terms, cancellation fees and children’s rates are set out in full on our Booking Policies & FAQ page.
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