Sail the Nile by Felucca
Year-Round Tours with Cultural Encounters Discovering the Riverbanks
Authentic Felucca Journeys with EgyptDiscovering
Slow Travel, Real Encounters & Hidden Treasures Along Egypt’s Timeless River
Step into a timeless journey where the Nile River becomes your guide and sailing takes on its most authentic form. This 5-day, 4-night felucca tour from Aswan to Luxor offers a unique way to experience Egypt — far from the crowds and close to the heart of local life. Travel slowly aboard a traditional Egyptian felucca, pausing at riverside villages, island sanctuaries, and sacred ancient temples.
Departing every Saturday from Aswan, this all-inclusive journey combines the beauty of slow travel with rich cultural encounters, full-board comfort, and meaningful stops at iconic sites like Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, and Luxor’s grand temples. With peaceful landscapes by day and nights under the stars, this sailing trip is more than a tour — it’s a soulful passage through the living story of Egypt.
Your 5-Day Nile Adventure
From Aswan to Luxor: Every Saturday to Wednesday
1
Arrival in Aswan | Philae, Nubians & Elephantine Island
🏠 Guest House | 🍽 Full board included
- Private pickup from Aswan Airport or train station & check-in at the Guest House.
- Morning visit to the enchanting Temple of Philae and the unfinished obelisk.
- Afternoon exploration of a traditional Nubian village and Elephantine Island.
- Overnight stay in Aswan.
2
Abu Simbel & Set Sail
⛵ Felucca | 🍽 Full board included
- Early 4:00 AM departure by private car for a trip to the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples.
- Return to Aswan in the early afternoon and board your traditional felucca.
- Begin your sailing journey toward the tranquil village of Al-Kubaniya.
- Enjoy your first magical night sleeping under the stars aboard the felucca.
3
River Life & Hidden Islands
⛵ Felucca | 🍽 Full board included
- Morning sail to Al-Harbyab Island for a short hike and meeting local communities.
- Visit the riverside Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek and Horus.
- Continue sailing to Al-Baluli Island for a serene overnight stay.
4
Sailing & Journey to Luxor
🏠 Guest House | 🍽 Full board included
- Final morning sailing along the Nile until Esna.
- Private car transfer to Luxor.
- Afternoon visits to the grand Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
- Evening check-in at a local Guest House.
5
Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut & Luxor Souk
🍽 Full board included
- Morning visit to the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Valley of the Kings.
- Afternoon exploration of Luxor’s colourful and traditional souk.
- End of tour with private transfer to Luxor airport or train station.
Dates, Pricing & Booking
All-inclusive tours starting every Saturday.
Start Date:
12 Jul 2025
End Date:
16 Jul 2025
Price:
€550
Dates, Pricing & Booking
All-inclusive tours starting every Saturday.
Start Date
End Date
Price
Book your adventure
12 Jul 2025
16 Jul 2025
€550
12 Jul 2025
16 Jul 2025
€550
12 Jul 2025
16 Jul 2025
€550
12 Jul 2025
16 Jul 2025
€550
12 Jul 2025
16 Jul 2025
€550
12 Jul 2025
16 Jul 2025
€550
Dates, Pricing & Booking
All-inclusive tours starting every Saturday.
Seasonal Pricing
Low Season: 550€ / person
From 1st July to 30th September
High Season: 750€ / person
From 1st October to 30th March
Shoulder Season: 650€ / person
From 1st April to 30th June
Minimum 2 persons, maximum 8 persons per tour.
Seasonal Pricing
- Saturday, 12th July to Wednesday, 16th July
- Saturday, 19th July to Wednesday, 23rd July
- Saturday, 26th July to Wednesday, 30th July
- Saturday, 2nd August to Wednesday, 6th August
- Saturday, 9th August to Wednesday, 13th August ………………………and every Saturday thereafter.
Tour Details
Included in the Tour
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Private transfers: Aswan arrival + Luxor departure -
All local car and boat transport during the trip -
Trip to Abu Simbel by private car (8 hours round trip) -
Full board meals: all breakfasts, lunches & dinners -
Accommodation: 2 nights in Guest Houses & 2 nights on Felucca
Not Included
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Temple entrance tickets -
Personal expenses and optional activities -
Gratuities: While not obligatory, tipping is a traditional gesture. We recommend €10 (approx. 600 EGP) per person per crew member/driver for the full trip.