Sail across the Nile by traditional felucca to a Nubian village where colour, hospitality and the river's oldest rhythms still shape daily life. This is Aswan at its most unhurried — a boat ride, a cup of hibiscus tea, and stories that go back centuries.
Highlights
Private felucca sail across the Nile A living Nubian village, not a staged stop Colourful painted houses and narrow lanes Traditional karkade (hibiscus tea) with local hosts A gentle, low-effort outing for all ages ★★★★★ "A peaceful afternoon we didn't know we needed. The Nubian family welcomed us like old friends." — Recent guest
Your Experience, Step by Step
1
Pickup
Hotel collection Transfer from your hotel to the felucca dock.
2
Sailing
Cross the Nile Board your private felucca and sail across with the wind.
3
Arrival
The Nubian village Walk through colourful lanes and painted houses.
4
Visit
A Nubian home Meet a local family and hear about Nubian heritage and customs.
5
Break
Karkade tea A warm welcome with the village's signature hibiscus tea.
6
Return
Sail back to Aswan As the light softens over the river, sail back to the city.
What's Included
Private felucca sailing, round trip Nubian village walking visit Welcome hibiscus tea (karkade) Bottled water Hotel pickup & drop-off Camera fees inside private homes (optional, on site) Henna painting (optional, small fee on site) Lunch (can be added on request) Gratuities Pricing
$43
per person · same price for every group size
Prices are shown per person in US Dollars. Your final price is confirmed with your itinerary before any payment is due.
Booking & Payment
No payment required to enquire — we confirm your full itinerary with you first Full payment is due only once everything is confirmed, never before Groups of 7+ travellers or bookings in peak season (October–April) may require a 25% deposit to secure the date We accept cash (EGP, USD or EUR) or bank transfer Free cancellation more than 24 hours before your tour 50% charge for cancellations 24–12 hours before; full charge inside 12 hours or for a no-show Read our full cancellation policy →
Good to Know
Is this trip weather-dependent? Feluccas rely on the wind, so timing may shift slightly, and on very still days a short motor-assist may be used.
Can we combine this with a sunset felucca ride? Yes — many guests extend into our dedicated Felucca Sailing options, including a Sunset Ride.
Is it family-friendly? Yes, it's a relaxed, low-effort outing suitable for all ages.
Traveller Reviews
★★★★★ "A peaceful afternoon we didn't know we needed. The Nubian family welcomed us like old friends."Recent guest
★★★★★ "Simple, beautiful, and unlike anything else on our Egypt trip."Recent guest
