2-Night Nile Felucca from Aswan to Kom Ombo, Edfu and Luxor

  • Aswan
  • 0 booked
  • Duration: 3 Days
  • Language: English

Overview

Discover the beauty of the Nile from a completely different perspective on a 2-night private Nile Felucca from Aswan. Step aboard a traditional Egyptian sailing boat and spend two unforgettable nights cruising north through the peaceful landscapes of Nubia.

Your experience begins with pickup from your hotel in Aswan and boarding your private felucca around 1:00 PM. As the boat begins sailing, relax on deck, enjoy freshly prepared meals, take photographs of the Nile scenery, and watch the sunset over the river.

During the journey, you will have time to disconnect from busy sightseeing and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of traditional Nile travel. Spend your evenings enjoying dinner and a campfire atmosphere while experiencing the natural beauty of the river.

On the third day, your private driver will meet you to continue the sightseeing portion of your journey. Visit the impressive Temple of Kom Ombo and the magnificent Temple of Horus at Edfu before continuing by private vehicle to Luxor.

This combination of traditional felucca sailing, Nubian scenery, ancient temples, and private transportation offers a memorable way to travel from Aswan to Luxor.


What’s Included

  • Private traditional Nile felucca
  • 2 nights accommodation on board the felucca
  • Aswan hotel pickup
  • Private transfer from the felucca to the sightseeing sites
  • Private transfer to your Luxor address
  • Visit to Kom Ombo Temple
  • Visit to Edfu Temple
  • Private guide for the temple visits
  • Breakfast for 2 days
  • Lunch for 3 days
  • Dinner for 2 nights
  • Afternoon tea
  • All applicable fees and taxes
  • All transportation services mentioned in the itinerary

What’s Excluded

  • Entrance tickets if not specifically included in your booking option
  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks other than those mentioned
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Accommodation in Luxor after arrival

Trip Information

Tour Type: Private Felucca Sailing Experience
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Starting Point: Aswan
End Point: Luxor
Transportation: Traditional Nile Felucca and private vehicle
Accommodation: 2 nights on board the felucca
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Guide: Private guide for Kom Ombo and Edfu visits
Pickup: Aswan hotel
Drop-off: Luxor hotel or preferred address


Why Choose This Nile Felucca Trip?

A 2-night Nile Felucca from Aswan to Luxor is an ideal choice for travelers looking for a slower and more authentic way to experience the Nile.

Instead of spending the entire journey on a motorized vehicle, you will sail aboard a traditional Egyptian felucca, enjoying the peaceful river, local landscapes, sunset views, and traditional meals along the way.

The journey also combines the relaxing sailing experience with visits to two important ancient Egyptian temples, Kom Ombo and Edfu, before continuing to Luxor by private vehicle.


Important Notes

  • The felucca is a traditional sailing boat, so accommodation and facilities are simpler than those found on a Nile cruise ship.
  • Sailing depends on wind and weather conditions. The route and sailing schedule may be adjusted when necessary.
  • Sleeping arrangements are on board the felucca.
  • Please bring personal essentials and suitable clothing for an overnight sailing experience.
  • The final transfer to Luxor is provided by private vehicle after the temple visits.
  • The exact sailing location and overnight stopping points may vary depending on navigation and local conditions.
  • Tips and personal expenses are not included.

What To Expect

Day 1: Aswan – Start of Your Nile Felucca Sailing Experience

Your adventure begins at approximately 1:00 PM with pickup from your hotel in Aswan. Transfer to the Nile and board your traditional private felucca.

Once aboard, the felucca begins sailing north along the Nile. Settle into the peaceful atmosphere as you pass beautiful riverside landscapes and enjoy the changing scenery of Nubia.

Lunch will be served on board, followed by afternoon tea. Take your time to relax, enjoy the fresh air, and photograph the Nile and surrounding landscapes.

As the sun begins to set, enjoy the spectacular colors across the river before having dinner on board. Spend the night sleeping aboard the traditional felucca under the peaceful Nile sky.

Accommodation: Overnight on board the felucca
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Included Activity: Felucca sailing

Day 2: Sailing the Nile – Qubbet El-Hawa Area

Wake up to breakfast on board while the felucca continues sailing along the Nile.

Today is dedicated to enjoying the journey itself. Relax on the boat, admire the scenery, and experience the peaceful rhythm of traditional Nile sailing.

Lunch will be served on board, followed by afternoon tea. There will be plenty of opportunities to take photographs of the river, surrounding villages, desert landscapes, and sunset views.

In the evening, enjoy dinner on board and another peaceful night beneath the stars.

Accommodation: Overnight on board the felucca
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Included Activity: Felucca sailing

Day 3: Kom Ombo Temple – Edfu Temple – Transfer to Luxor

Enjoy breakfast on board before leaving the felucca and meeting your private driver.

Continue to Kom Ombo Temple, one of the most distinctive temples along the Nile. Explore the temple complex and learn about its unique dedication to two deities, Sobek and Horus.

Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Admission: Included

After visiting Kom Ombo, continue toward Edfu to explore the magnificent Temple of Horus. Built in honor of the falcon-headed god Horus, Edfu Temple is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples.

Your private guide will explain the temple’s history, architecture, religious significance, and remarkable reliefs.

After completing your temple visits, continue by private vehicle to Luxor. Your journey ends with drop-off at your Luxor hotel or preferred address.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Accommodation: Not included

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FAQs
  • You will spend 2 nights aboard the traditional Nile felucca.

  • The experience starts with pickup from your hotel in Aswan at approximately 1:00 PM before boarding the felucca.

  • After visiting Kom Ombo and Edfu, you will continue by private vehicle to your hotel or preferred address in Luxor.

  • Yes. The tour is arranged as a private felucca sailing experience for your group.

  • The tour includes 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners during the journey.

  • Yes. On the third day, you will visit both Kom Ombo Temple and the Temple of Horus at Edfu before continuing to Luxor.

  • Yes. A private guide is included for the temple visits on the third day.

  • You will spend both nights sleeping aboard the traditional Nile felucca.

  • We recommend bringing comfortable clothing, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, personal toiletries, and a light jacket for cooler evenings.

  • Yes. The experience can be suitable for families and travelers looking for a peaceful and traditional Nile adventure. However, guests should be comfortable with basic felucca accommodation and facilities.

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