ZEIN NILE CHATEAU
PER PERSON | 10 NIGHTS
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The Sanctuary Zein Nile Chateau is a bespoke dahabiya, available for charter. With only four cabins and two suites, it is the epitome of style. The Sanctuary Zein Nile Chateau offers you the unique opportunity to tailor your Egypt cruise and each day’s sightseeing by offering an “a la carte” style touring itinerary.
The Sanctuary Zein Nile Chateau is a bespoke dahabiya (traditional sailing boat) that is the first of its kind on the Nile. With its extended open spaces, the Zein features a beautiful upper deck, an Arabian themed sun deck and an opulently styled dining area. The itinerary for your Egypt cruise aboard the Sanctuary Zein Nile Chateau operates on an “a la carte” menu, offering you the unique opportunity to tailor your sightseeing. Bask in the beauty of the surrounding views – unchanged for hundreds of years – as you sip on delicate cocktails from the comfort of the dahabiya. This is what sailing on the Nile was meant to be


- An authentic "dahabiya" (traditional Egyptian sailing boat) offering a completely bespoke service
- Available for charter, accommodating maximum of 12 guests
- Smallest of the Sanctuary fleet which means the Zein can dock in more places
- Your itinerary can be personalized to suit your needs
The Sanctuary Zein Nile Chateau features six beautifully designed cabins. The two suites and four signature cabins have all been created with guests’ comfort in mind for the ultimate luxury Nile cruise. Each of the cabins is decorated in its own original style with influences drawing from Egypt’s history, culture and geography.
All cabins feature a Nile view, are fully air-conditioned with individual controls, and have LCD televisions with satellite connection and private bathrooms with shower and hairdryer. International telephone access is available through reception.


Located on the Upper Deck, this fabulous suite is a calm oasis set in a breezy white color scheme to reflect the tranquil natural surroundings of Upper Egypt. Influences from Egypt's Royal era can be seen in the furniture, décor, and photographs adorning the walls. A poignant piece is an original hand-woven rug, a replica of a family letter sent by Egypt's King Farouk to his mother, the Queen, which sits next to the luxuriously appointed bed. The suite also features a private dining area and panoramic windows, which offer a superb view of the natural surroundings while wood flooring sets a calm tone for luxury Nile cruises.


The Napoleon Suite reflects Egypt's influential Napoleonic era. A drawing of the route his forces took through Egypt adorns the walls, with splashes of color in the accompanying furniture. The four-poster bed and classical furniture enhance the regal nature of the suite


Tranquility and romance surround you in this calm and exotic cocoon. Decorated richly with style and grace, adorning the walls is a beautiful map of the Nile. This cabin features a king bed.


The essence of Nubian culture, this cabin is steeped in beautiful tradition reflected in its colors and ambiance. The room features twin beds.


Highlighting Egypt's culture and artistic world, the Baladi cabin, with a king bed, chronicles famous artists and singers. Be transported back into Egypt's artistic heyday.


Colorful and bright with a touch of elegance, the Lake Nasser cabin brings out the sights of nature of its namesake. The room features twin beds.






The seven-night cruise departs from Luxor and sails to Aswan, before returning to Luxor again.
We recommend flying from Cairo to Luxor directly. The flying time from Cairo to Luxor is 1 hour. Driving to and from Luxor is not usually recommended as it would require a police escort and the driving time is both long and tiring - approximately 12 hours from Cairo to Luxor.
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