The Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise, which first set sail in February 2009, provides a unique journey across the Nile unlike any other. The aim is to transport you to a bygone era of elegance and sophistication during your week-long cruise between Luxor and Aswan. Onboard amenities feature five cabins and two suites, an outdoor Jacuzzi in traditional Oriental style, a generously sized sundeck, and an elegant communal lounge. Every cabin offers full-board accommodation, with amenities such as direct-dial telephones, adjustable climate control, hairdryers, mini-bars, safes, plasma TVs and movie channels. Each suite additionally boasts a private terrace. Guided tours are scheduled daily to iconic Egyptian temples, tombs, and ruins along the Nile. As part of the Sonesta family of high-end Nile cruisers, this compact cruise ship beautifully blends comfort and aesthetics to inspire its passengers, offering a remarkable opportunity for an extended family or small group to privately explore the Nile. A Nile Cruise's highlights include visiting the Karnak Temple, one of the world's largest temples, the remarkable Luxor Temple, Thebes and the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Valley of the Queens.