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Dahabieh Abydos

The dahabieh Abydos is an elegant, traditional Egyptian vessel providing luxury cruises on the Nile. You’ll discover the treasures of ancient Egypt in pure comfort surrounded by refined decor and an intimate ambiance. The ship combines the charm of times gone by with modern conveniences for an unforgettable vacation.

The dahabieh Abydos is a magnificent, small-size luxury ship measuring 45 meters long and 8 m wide (148 and 26 feet, respectively). The vessel accommodates 18 passengers in nine cabins spread out over one deck. Each cabin has a surface area of 9.5 square meters (102 sq. ft.), except for two suites that have an area of 12.6 square meters (135.6 sq. ft.). We provide everything you need to enjoy your vacation to the hilt.

The tasteful traditional and modern decor adds to the elegant and friendly ambiance. Exotic woods, elaborate textiles, and ancient Egyptian motifs decorate the cabins and common areas. Polished teak furniture and copper fixtures add warmth to an already intimate ambiance.

The Sun Deck, a haven for relaxation and fun, offers a wide-open view of the Nile and its banks. You’ll find comfortable chaise lounges to catch some rays, as well as shaded areas to relax.

The open-air lounge has couches with fluffy cushions, where you can have a drink while admiring the scenery. Meals are served outside under a canopy or simply the stars.

The cuisine is an exceptional gourmet experience highlighting authentic Egyptian savors. Talented chefs prepare the meals using fresh, local ingredients.

The buffet breakfast offers a variety of fruits, pastries, and Egyptian specialties. You’ll enjoy table service at lunch and dinner, with a choice of several dishes—including mezes, delicious main courses, and exquisite desserts.

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Accomodation Types

Amenities

220V Electricity
TV
Hair dryer
Safe
Individual air-conditioning
Bathroom with shower and bathroom amenities
Wi-Fi

Panorama Suite

Double Cabin

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Deck Plans

Amenities

220V Electricity
TV
Hair dryer
Safe
Individual air-conditioning
Bathroom with shower and bathroom amenities
Wi-Fi

Sun Deck

Main Deck

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Dining

Bar/Restaurant

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Entertainment

Lounge

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Enrichment

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Health & Fitness

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Kids & Teens

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Useful Information

Disabled Facilities

All passengers shall ensure that they are medically, physically and/or in a psychic way fit to undertake a trip without endangering their life or the life of others. No medical services are offered aboard our ships. Any passenger with a physical or mental incapacity, limited capacity of mobility, having an illness requiring treatment or medical care, or pregnant women should inform the travel agent at the time of booking. No reservations can be accepted for passengers whose physical or mental condition is likely to make their participation in the cruise or in the vacation impossible or dangerous for themselves or others, or who require forms of care or assistance impossible to guarantee aboard ship, notably because of unsuitable infrastructure. Some suppliers (hoteliers, airlines and cruise companies, etc) may require a medical certificate confirming that the passenger is fit to travel or they may refuse to accept the booking if they feel that they will be unable to guarantee any assistance or treatment deemed necessary for the health and well-being of the passenger. Participation in the voyage and in excursions is subject to the condition of the passenger having sufficient mobility. If necessary, the disabled may be accompanied at their own expense to obtain the required assistance.

If CroisiEurope considers it strictly necessary for the safety and comfort of the passenger, bookings of persons with disabilities or reduced mobility will be subject to the condition that a companion able to assist the disabled or mobility-impaired passenger be present. This requirement is entirely dependent on CROISIEUROPE's assessment of the safety related needs of the disabled or mobility-impaired passenger and may vary from one route to another and/or from one boat to another.

If the disabled or reduced mobility person requests and requires special assistance (care, supervision), they must be accompanied by a companion who can provide the required assistance at their own expense.

All personal accidents, diversions or forced stopover costs disrupting the course of the cruise shall be at the liability of the passenger having concealed his unfitness to travel.

We recommend the wearing of footwear suitable for life aboard and for excursions with non-slip soles.

Some vaccinations, although not mandatory, may be recommended by health authorities.

Smoking Policy

For safety reasons, it is forbidden to smoke on board any of our fleet, as it is a closed environment. However, smokers are invited to go to the sun deck, where ashtrays are provided.

Age Restrictions

Reservations from minors shall not be accepted by the travel agency but must be made by the parents or other adults over 18 years of age with the necessary authorizations. Minors under 18 years of age are not permitted to travel on board unaccompanied. They must be accompanied by parents or adults over 18 years of age. No alcoholic beverages shall be served to minors on board. Proof of the customer's age may be requested by the ship's personnel. 

Special Diets & Allergies

Please inform us at the time of your booking whether you require a special diet or suffer from allergies. Our cook will offer you a fully adapted and tasty menu.

Dress Code

During the day, you will be more comfortable in a casual outfit.

We advise you to bring clothes that are not very wrinkled, or that can easily be transported after ironing at your house, because there are no ironing facilities on board our fleet.

Remember to dress according to the weather, the season and the environment of your cruise: light suits and swimsuits for warm weather; sweater or jacket for cooler weather; sweatshirt, rain gear and small umbrella.

Do not forget to bring comfortable walking shoes in your suitcase. They will be very useful during our excursions!

Regarding dinners, cocktails and galas, it is advisable to dress up a little more without the need, for gentlemen, necessarily to wear a jacket and tie.

Finally, on any excursion, when you visit places of worship, make sure to opt for an appropriate outfit, neither too light nor too undressed, so as not to be prohibited entry.

WI-FI

All the company's European fleet are equipped with free Wi-Fi for passengers. This internet connection is available in all lounges / bars and receptions. The Wi-Fi is free to use.

For passengers who do not have computer equipment, we have equipped each boat (except those on the Volga, Mekong, and Africa) with a touch pad that can be slow to them when needed.

Babies on board: bring your own equipment

It is perfectly possible to cruise with your baby.

Due to space constraints, our boats do not have baby equipment on board.

If you are taking an infant or baby on board, be sure to bring the necessary equipment and supplies, such as a portable bed, stroller, child carrier, diapers.

For children over the age of one, remember to reserve age-appropriate menus at the time of booking. For your convenience, we can heat up your children's bottles or food. 

Wheelchair Accessibility

CroisiEurope welcomes passengers with reduced mobility and endeavors to facilitate their access to both the facilities on board and on the available excursions. Before booking, our company requires passengers with reduced mobility to mention their specific needs to their travel agent, so that they can be offered the most suitable ship.

People with reduced mobility or have trouble getting around can benefit from adapted cabins on some of the boats in our fleet.

Please note that our three-deck ships have lifts allowing direct access to various bridges, as well as the dining room, lounges and toilets suitable for reduced mobility people.

Our ships with 2 decks, meanwhile, are well thought-out in terms of layout, so common facilities (restaurant, lounge bar, reception) on one level: the main deck, which also has cabins.

Some of our excursions can cause difficulties for people with reduced mobility (walking for several hours, destabilizing floor coverings, elevation, etc.), participation in some excursions and travel is subject to the sufficient mobility of the passenger.

Personal Expenses

You are responsible for any personal expenses outside the boat, during excursions, purchases in our shop, or drinks that you choose from our special wine list and at the bar.

How to pay on board?

CroisiEurope only accepts euros on board the boats. We do not accept sterling, US dollars or any other currency. We do not accept travelers checks on board. Make sure you get euros before boarding, which will allow you to pay for all your purchases.

CroisiEurope accepts American Express, Visa and MasterCard. You may wish to contact your bank or the company that issued your credit card to warn them that you are departing on holiday.

Safety on board

All our ships (except the African Dream) are certified Bureau Veritas.

Life jackets and life buoy are located in your cabins as well as on the sun deck.

During the presentation of the crew, all safety instructions will be provided.

Animals are not accepted on board.

Health

There is no nurse or doctor on board the boats of our fleet. In the event of an emergency, the purser will contact the nearest hospital or medical service, the boat will make stop-over so that medical care can be provided as quickly as possible to the person.

A defibrillator is available on board each boat. On board, at least two people hold the Lifeguard Rescuer at Work certificate and have been trained to use this device.

If you are worried about a health problem, please consult your doctor before going on your cruise and undergo a complete check-up. We remain at your disposal in case of emergency.

Finally, do not forget to bring any medication packaged in their labeled boxes) and the corresponding prescriptions. Have them renewed if necessary before your departure.

Languages on Board

The official languages ​​on board our ships are French and English.

Our team members and tour guides speak English fluently. They also speak other major European languages, such as German, Italian and Spanish.

Indeed, CroisiEurope has more than 19 different nationalities among its employees (French, Germans, Austrians, Hungarians, Spaniards, Italians, Portuguese, Filipinos ...)

On board, menus, information about the cruise, shore excursions, and important messages are communicated in French and in English. They may also be advertised in another language, depending on the nationality of the passengers on board.

Taking Care of Our Environment

CroisiEurope’s longstanding environmental position focuses on nature as our most valuable asset.

We consider ourselves pioneers in our field, as our commitment to protecting the environment goes above and beyond our legal obligations. We are continually reflecting on how we can expand our green efforts.

After conclusive tests carried out on the Seine River with our partner AS Energy, our ships now use GTL fuel. Gas-to-Liquid fuels combust more uniformly and result in lower emissions.

• Here are other environmental initiatives we would like to share with you:
• Installation of water-saving devices on our ships that reduce freshwater consumption by 35% and, as a consequence, the amount of wastewater produced.
• Installation of on-board water fountains that filter public water and transform it into quality drinking water, saving 23 tons of plastic per year.
• Installation of wastewater evacuation systems on our entire fleet that are emptied into wastewater treatment facilities or urban sewer systems during ports of call.
• Installation of a wastewater recipient connected directly to the city sewer system at the CroisiEurope dock.
• All of our ship engines (Green Ship Label) respect the strictest European standards against pollution to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
• The latest onboard technology helps limit fuel consumption when cruising.
• We have insulated the ventilation in our engine rooms to reduce noise pollution.
• At ports, we systematically connect to power supply terminals (Powerlock connectors) whenever possible, and for our own docks, we are investing in these newer installations. In addition, most of our ships are equipped with energy-efficient electrical devices.
• In winter, our ships are moored at river ports with electrical terminals that power the vessels, which helps reduce noise and pollution.
• In Paris, we are providing excursions on electric buses that are quieter and pollute less, to everyone’s advantage.
• For the replacement of bath towels, we are trying to raise our passengers’ awareness using written messages and announcements.
• CroisiEurope follows the criteria outlined by Imprim’Vert in regards to environmentally friendly printing. All of the documents printed at our company is done so with vegetable-based inks on unbleached paper.
• All of our waste is sorted and compacted on board before being recycled.
• All food waste and biowaste are collected and converted into biogas by specialised companies.
• Used engine oil is collected and transformed by onshore specialists.
• We use biodegradable and environmentally friendly cleaning products.
• Exterior paints contain no pollutants.
• Plastic straws and cups have been replaced by biodegradable paper.
• Our company is affiliated with E2F, Entreprises Fluviales de France which brings together players in our sector to orchestrate collective actions regarding the immense challenges that lie ahead.