Between the ongoing appetite for charter and international travel, charter options are getting more creative. If you’re seeking something a little different, charter Berge, the only yacht available on the famed Nile in Egypt.
This 180-foot (550-meter) charter yacht is different herself, too. She has eight staterooms that can convert from doubles to twins, along with a master suite, for a party of 18. Delivered last year, she further carries a crew of 19, for a truly one-to-one guest-to-crew ratio. Since she’s based in Luxor, Egypt, you can charter Berge all year ‘round, too.
Specifically, when you charter Berge, her route takes you from Luxor to Aswān, or alternately from Aswān to Luxor. Regardless, this stretch of the Nile is surely the most famous. Luxor, a.k.a. Thebes, was the capital of the ancient Egyptian empire and currently is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Aswān, meanwhile, supplied granite for many of the ancient Egyptian monuments. Its quarries still operate today, too. Further notable, the city faces the island of Elephantine (Jazīrat Aswān in modern times), which houses the ruins of the ancient city of Yeb. Of course, along the way, you’ll see even more incredible architecture and abundant natural beauty.
Additionally, while you’re onboard, Berge’s chef will treat you to traditional Egyptian foods. Wake up to history through panoramic windows in the master suite. Guests, meanwhile, will wake up to amazing views as well, since every stateroom (with en suite marble baths) has full-width windows. If you want to relax all day soaking up sun, enjoying the foredeck plunge pool, or lounging inside, butler service is available. However, you’ll surely want to experience the rich Egyptian culture, including dancing to Arabic music, one night during your stay. Yachting Partners International, which has Berge in its fleet, will make arrangements. Plus, the crew will provide you with a gourmet candlelight dinner on a private island in the Nile on yet another evening.
To charter Berge, note that her summer rate starts at 84,037 euros, and her winter rate starts at $84,037.
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