Your Golden Vessel on the Sacred Nile

The Hathor

We sail the Nile aboard the Hathor—reserved exclusively for our group and launched in 2025 as one of the newest luxury Dahabiyas on the river. Named for the Golden Goddess herself, this is not a cruise. It is the oldest and most sacred way to travel, as pharaohs and pilgrims have for millennia.

The Dahabiya—meaning “golden one”—was the vessel of royalty, designed for those who understood that the journey upriver was not merely transportation but transformation. The Hathor is a sailing vessel, powered by wind when the gods provide it and gently towed when they do not. There is no engine noise, no rumbling beneath your feet—only the sound of water against the hull and the call of birds along the riverbank. Where massive cruise ships rush past the monuments, the Dahabiya drifts slowly, quietly, allowing you to see Egypt as the ancients saw it: village by village, temple by temple, with the desert rising gold on either side.

Between excursions, the sundeck and heated pool await—a place to rest, reflect, and watch the ancient world drift past. On select evenings, traditional Egyptian music fills the deck—drums, oud, and the haunting ney flute accompanying your journey as they have for travelers on this river for centuries. This is more than a vacation. It is a magical pilgrimage that will carry you through the heart of the ancient world.

Luxury Cabin

A private sanctuary with panoramic Nile views. Every cabin aboard the Hathor shares the same unhurried pace, the same quiet passage through the ancient world, the same magic unfolding beyond your window. Connected cabins are available for those traveling together. You are not a passenger here. You are a pilgrim.

237 Square Feet (22 Square Meters)

Luxury Suite

Elegant comfort with panoramic Nile views from your private balcony—a refined retreat after each day's pilgrimage. These suites offer the quiet opulence that defines the Hathor experience, with space to rest, reflect, and renew. Connected suites are available for those traveling together who wish to share the journey while enjoying private quarters.

495 Square Feet (46 Square Meters)

Luxury Royal Suite

The crown of the Hathor—a sanctuary with panoramic Nile views from your private balcony. Wake each morning to the river unfolding before you, the desert rising gold on either side. After walking the halls where resurrection magic was born, return to a suite designed for royalty. This is where transformation meets indulgence.

603 Square Feet (56 Square Meters)

Dining and Indulgence

In ancient Egypt, to dine was to commune. The living feasted in the presence of the dead, sharing bread, wine, and sacred offerings in tombs and temple courtyards. Food was not mere sustenance—it was connection, celebration, and magic. Aboard the Hathor, we honor that tradition. Two dining areas—indoor and al-fresco beneath the Egyptian sky—serve gourmet cuisine blending Egyptian and international flavors, prepared with the freshest locally-sourced ingredients. The menu features variety each night, ensuring every meal is a new experience.

Wellness on the Water

The Hathor features the Seneb Spa—named for the ancient Egyptian word meaning “health and well-being” and inspired by over 7,000 years of Egyptian wellness traditions. As the Nile gently carries you through the land of the ancient mysteries, allow your body and spirit to surrender to the calming rhythms of curated treatments designed to restore balance, calm the mind, and awaken your inner vitality. Expert therapists use natural, locally-sourced ingredients and time-honored techniques to tailor each treatment to your personal needs. Whether you seek deep relaxation, radiant skin, or renewed energy, Seneb Spa is your sanctuary—surrounded by the magical beauty of the Nile.