About this experience
Enjoy the Mighty Nile while riding a traditional Felucca sailboat that has been used by ancient Egyptians until now.
The boat is equipped with bathroom and Sundeck that makes it comfortable for traveling between Aswan to Edfu.
Dance like a Nubian while sitting around bonfire.
Sleep under the stars and swim in the Nile.
Chat with locals to know more about the Nubian culture and traditions.
Visit Daraw village that famous for vegetables market and the centre for selling camels that brought from Sudan. The Camel market takes place every Saturdays, Sundays and Tuesdays.
Visit the ancient sightseeing along the Nile such as Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples, Moreover, The unique sandstone quarry Gebel El-silsila.
At a glance
- Duration: 96 hr
What is included
- Lunch
- Tea, coffee, bathroom, Sundeck, sleeping bags, cozy blankets, mosquito net around the boat
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Local transportation to visit Daraw, private transportation to Luxor via Edfu Temple
Not included
- Gratuities
- Drinks (the Crew sell drinks for reasonable prices)
- Egyptologists (we can provide them upon request)
- Entry tickets for sightseeing
Itinerary and highlights
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- You can walk along Aswan kornish or catch a taxi to KFC Aswan.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- JJ Jamaica Felucca
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The main goal about this experience is sailing for 5 or 6 hours daily to enjoy the view of the Nile, the villages, culture and ancient Egyptian history through out stopping at villages to chat with locals and visit Kom Ombo Temple for 1 hour, Gebel El-Silsila for 1 hour and Edfu Temple for 1 hour. It is a real life experience
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- JJ Jamaica Felucca: Sleep under the star on a Felucca Sailboat, the boat is equipped with a bathroom, Sundeck, cozy blankets and Mosquito net. Sail, swim and listen to Nubia: Meet at 10 am at KFC Aswan to board the Felucca and enjoy sailing until Sunset. Swim in the Nile, listen to Nubian songs. Duration: 3 days: Day 1: Board the boat at 10 am and sail until Sunset. Day 2: Sail to visit Daraw village, then sail to visit Kom Ombo Temple. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner: 2 Lunch, 2 Dinner, 2 Breakfast. Tea and coffee. Aswan to Luxor: Start in Aswan, then sail to visit Daraw and Kom Ombo, then disembark the boat to ride a private transport to Luxor via Edfu. Private AC transport: Day 3: Disembark the boat close to Kom Ombo, ride private AC Vehicle to Luxor via Edfu Temple.
- JJ Jamaica Felucca : Enjoy a romantic Sunset around Elephantine Island for 2 hours while sailing on traditional Felucca sailboat. Duration: 2 hours: Meet at 4 pm at KFC Aswan to board the boat to watch the romantic Sunset. Cakes, tea and coffee : Enjoy Nubian cakes and drinks while enjoying the Sunset. Around Elephantine Island : Board the boat at 4 pm to enjoy the view of Nile banks and sand dunes of the desert.
- JJ Jamaica Felucca : Sleep under the stars on a Felucca sailboat, the boat is equipped with a bathroom, Sundeck, cozy blankets and mosquito net. Sail, Swim, listen to Nubia: Meet at 10 am at KFC Aswan to board the Felucca and enjoy sailing until Sunset. Swim in the Nile, listen to Nubian songs. Duration: 2 days: Day 1: Board the boat at 10 am and sail until Sunset. Day 2: sail while enjoying breakfast reach close Daraw. Disembark boat. Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast : Enjoy the traditional Nubian food that is freshly cooked by our Crew. Aswan to Luxor: Start in Aswan, then visit Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples on the way to Luxor Private AC transport : AC private transport to transfer you to Luxor via Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples.
- JJ Jamaica Felucca : Meet at 12 noon at KFC Aswan to board the Felucca and enjoy sailing around Elephantine Island, visit the botanical garden. Duration: 6 hours: Meet at 12 noon at KFC Aswan to sail until Sunset, swim in the Nile and enjoy the romantic Sunset. Lunch: You will enjoy Nubian taste on board. Sail around Elephantine Island: Enjoy the spectacular view of the historical Elephantine Island, Kitchener Island, Aga Khan.
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