Private 2-Night Nile Felucca Cruise: Aswan to Kom Ombo & Edfu

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Duration3d

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PickupAt your hotel

Nile Felucca Sailing Adventure with Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples

You’ll drift along the Nile on your own private felucca, eat homemade Nubian food, watch sunsets from your mattress, and visit ancient temples with a local guide—no crowds, just pure river magic.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Sail Nile Felucca from Aswan

Hotel pickup in Aswan
Board Nile Felucca sailing north
Lunch on board
Enjoy sailing on the Nile
Afternoon tea
Sunset photography
Dinner and overnight on board

Day 2 — Relax and Sail on Nile Felucca

Breakfast on board
Free day sailing on Nile
Lunch on board
Afternoon tea
Sunset photography
Dinner and overnight on board

Day 3 — Visit Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples

Breakfast on board
Drive to Kom Ombo and visit temple
Drive to Edfu and visit temple
Drive to Luxor drop-off

The Experience

The Nile feels different when you’re this close to the water. I remember stepping onto our felucca just after lunch—the sun was warm but not harsh, and there was a faint smell of river reeds mixed with something spicy from the kitchen. Our crew greeted us with big smiles, and within minutes we were gliding north, leaving Aswan’s bustle behind. The boat moved slow enough that you could spot kids waving from the banks and hear birds calling out over the water. Lunch was simple but fresh—flatbread, grilled veggies, and a stew that tasted like someone’s grandmother made it.

Afternoons drifted by lazily. Sometimes I’d lie back on my mattress and watch palm trees slide past; other times I’d chat with our guide about life in Nubia or snap photos as fishermen paddled by in tiny boats. Tea time became a ritual—sweet black tea poured into small glasses while we watched the sky turn gold. At sunset, everything went quiet except for the gentle slap of water against the hull. Nights were even better: dinner under the stars, then music and laughter around a small campfire on shore. The crew sang old songs—I didn’t know the words but clapped along anyway.

On our last morning, after breakfast (eggs cooked right on deck), we met our driver and guide for a quick ride to Kom Ombo Temple. There’s something eerie about those twin gods carved into stone—Sobek with his crocodile head, Haroeris beside him—and our guide explained how locals once feared and worshipped them both. Afterward, we drove up to Edfu to see Horus’ temple—massive columns, falcon statues everywhere—and finally ended in Luxor, dusty but happy. If you want real river life without crowds or noise, this is it.

What’s included

Your own private felucca (no other guests), all meals onboard (breakfasts, lunches, dinners), guided visits to Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples, all entrance fees and taxes, plus wheelchair-friendly access throughout. Transport between sites is included too—you just relax and enjoy the ride.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Canary Tours Egypt