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Charming Overnight Felucca From Aswan to Luxor

Charming Overnight Felucca From Aswan to Luxor

Price varies by group size

$470.00

Duration

3 days

Max People

40

Tour Type

Private tour

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Experience a truly authentic overnight felucca from Aswan to Luxor, one of the most unique and traditional ways to explore the Nile River in Egypt. This timeless sailing journey offers a rare opportunity to disconnect from the fast pace of modern life and reconnect with nature, history, and culture.

Unlike large cruise ships, a felucca Nile cruise Egypt provides a peaceful and intimate setting where you can enjoy panoramic river views, golden sunsets, and serene nights under the stars. This experience is ideal for travelers seeking a more personal and cultural journey between Aswan and Luxor.


Time Spent on the Felucca

Your overnight felucca from Aswan to Luxor typically lasts between 20 to 24 hours of actual sailing time along the Nile. The journey begins in Aswan, where you will board a traditional felucca and start your relaxing sail through picturesque rural landscapes and lush riverbanks.

During this Aswan to Luxor felucca trip, you will stop at a quiet Nile island where the boat anchors for the night. This peaceful pause allows you to fully experience the calmness of the river before continuing your journey toward Luxor.


Accommodation & Life Onboard

The charm of a felucca Nile cruise Egypt lies in its simplicity and authenticity.

  • Open Deck Experience: The felucca features a spacious open deck decorated with colorful cushions and traditional carpets, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
  • Sleeping Under the Stars: At night, the crew prepares comfortable bedding so you can sleep under the clear Egyptian sky, offering a magical and unforgettable experience.
  • Authentic Atmosphere: This is a true traditional felucca Egypt adventure

Meals & Facilities

During your overnight felucca from Aswan to Luxor, freshly prepared meals are served onboard by the crew. You will enjoy simple yet delicious Egyptian cuisine while taking in the breathtaking views of the Nile.

Basic onboard facilities are available to ensure a comfortable journey, making your overnight Nile cruise felucca experience both enjoyable and authentic.


Sightseeing Along the Way

A highlight of your felucca Nile cruise Egypt is visiting some of Egypt’s most famous temples along the route:

  • Kom Ombo Temple – a fascinating double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus
  • Edfu Temple – one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt

These stops add a cultural and historical dimension to your Aswan to Luxor felucca trip, making it more than just a sailing experience.


Transfer to Luxor

To ensure a smooth and timely arrival, the final part of your overnight felucca from Aswan to Luxor is completed by a private air-conditioned vehicle from Edfu to Luxor. This combination of sailing and road transfer allows you to enjoy the slow beauty of the Nile without missing any key attractions.


Why Choose This Experience?

  • Authentic traditional felucca Egypt experience
  • Peaceful escape from crowded cruise ships
  • Unique overnight stay on the Nile River
  • Perfect balance between relaxation and sightseeing
  • Ideal for culture lovers and adventure seekers

Book Your Felucca Adventure

Set sail on a journey that reflects the true spirit of ancient Egypt. Book your overnight felucca from Aswan to Luxor today and discover the beauty of the Nile in the most authentic and unforgettable way.

Included/Excluded

  • 02 Nights’ accommodation on board egytravellux Private Felucca based on Soft All-Inclusive Basi
  • Expert Egyptologist Guide speaking your preferred language.
  • All Transportations by a modern touring vehicle with A/C.
  • Entry Fees to All mentioned sites in the itinerary.
  • Professional tour guide during all tours in Egypt.
  • Bottled water in the car.
  • All Taxes & Service Charge.
  • Hotel accommodation in Aswan & in Luxor.
  • Lunch on the road to Luxor
  • Personal Expenses.
  • Gratuities.
  • Optional Tours.

Tour Plan

Day 01: Embarkation in Aswan

We will pick you up from your selected location in Aswan, at a coordinated time, egytravellux Manager will escort you to a private Felucca boat for a whole day sail, we will sail for about 10 to 12 hours in The Nile River – start sail north of Aswan and down the river toward Kom Ombo, a soft drink and tea will be offered to YOU, Lunch will be served in the boat by the local crew, more sail toward Kom Ombo, at the sunset time we will moor for the Night in an Island, walking in the countryside and Nile Edge to enjoy the landscape, dinner will be served on the island, overnight on board the Felucca.

Day 02: Kom Ombo Temple

Breakfast on board, more sail to reach Kom Ombo, and visit The Temple of Kom Ombo which was dedicated to the 2 Gods (Sobek & Haroires), where you find the remains of an ancient mummified crocodile, after the site visit. And then, we will back to our Private Felucca, afternoon tea , Lunch and more sail in the Nile to reach the Fares Island, at the sunset time boat will moor for the Night in Fares Island, walking in the countryside and Nile Edge to enjoy the landscape, dinner will be served in the island, campfire, life music by local crew, overnight onboard the Felucca.

Day 03: Disembarkation

Breakfast on board, time to say goodbye to our Felucca crew, and we will start another part of our trip by a Private Car to visit Edfu Temple, which was dedicated to The God Horus, also it is the most completely preserved Egyptian temple of all ancient Egypt Temples, we will spend the time you love and later after the site visit, we will travel by road to Luxor, and we will drop you off at your selected location in Luxor.

(3★)

🗓️From January 2026 to 25 March, 2026

  • Solo $2520 $
  • 2-4 Pax $1630 $
  • 5-8 Pax $1330 $
  • 9-16 Pax $1280 $

🗓️26 March, 2026 to 10 April, 2026

  • Solo $2570 $
  • 2-4 Pax $1650 $
  • 5-8 Pax $1360 $
  • 9-16 Pax $1310 $

🗓️11 April, 2026 to 30 April, 2026

  • Solo $2540 $
  • 2-4 Pax $1640 $
  • 5-8 Pax $1350 $
  • 9-16 Pax $1290 $

(4★)

🗓️From January 2026 to 25 March, 2026

  • Solo $2520 $
  • 2-4 Pax $1630 $
  • 5-8 Pax $1330 $
  • 9-16 Pax $

🗓️26 March, 2026 to 10 April, 2026

  • Solo $2570 $
  • 2-4 Pax $1650 $
  • 5-8 Pax $1360 $
  • 9-16 Pax $

🗓️11 April, 2026 to 30 April, 2026

  • Solo $2540 $
  • 2-4 Pax $1640 $
  • 5-8 Pax $1350 $
  • 9-16 Pax $

(5★)

🗓️From January 2026 to 25 March, 2026

  • Solo $2520 $
  • 2-4 Pax $1630 $
  • 5-8 Pax $1330 $
  • 9-16 Pax $1280 $

🗓️26 March, 2026 to 10 April, 2026

  • Solo $2570 $
  • 2-4 Pax $1650 $
  • 5-8 Pax $1360 $
  • 9-16 Pax $1310 $

🗓️11 April, 2026 to 30 April, 2026

  • Solo $2540 $
  • 2-4 Pax $1640 $
  • 5-8 Pax $1350 $
  • 9-16 Pax $1290 $

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