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from the river
Stories, guides and reflections from Gaïa and the Nile — to prepare a journey, or simply to let the imagination drift.
- Heritage12 May 2026 · 6 min
What is a dahabiya? The wooden sailboat that revived slow travel on the Nile
A dahabiya is a small, two-masted wooden sailboat that has carried travellers along the Nile since the 19th century. Here is what makes it the most intimate way to discover Egypt.
Read the article → - Travel guide20 April 2026 · 5 min
When is the best time to cruise the Nile? A month-by-month guide
Upper Egypt is sailable all year, but October to April offers the most comfortable temperatures. Here is what to expect, season by season.
Read the article → - Itineraries15 March 2026 · 4 min
Luxor or Aswan: where should your Nile cruise begin?
Both directions sail the same temples, but the experience is different. A short guide to choose between starting from Luxor or from Aswan.
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