Overview
Take a break from exploring temples and tombs to experience the tranquility of the river that gave life to ancient Egypt. Our Private Felucca Ride in Luxor offers a peaceful, wind-powered sail along the majestic Nile. A felucca is a traditional wooden sailing boat that has been used on the Nile since antiquity. Whether you choose a morning sail or a romantic sunset trip, this relaxing Luxor boat tour provides stunning views of the city's lush riverbanks and distant mountains.
Why You Will Love This Trip
- Sail the Nile on a private traditional felucca
- Choose a morning or sunset departure
- See Luxor's riverbanks and West Bank mountains
- Relax on a quiet wind-powered wooden boat
- Enjoy bottled water and tea on board
- Receive private hotel or cruise transfers
Detailed Itinerary
Stop 1: Pickup & Transfer to the Dock
Your representative will pick you up from your accommodation in Luxor and transfer you to the Nile riverside where your private felucca and local captain are waiting.
Stop 2: The Felucca Sail (Approx. 2 Hours)
Step aboard the comfortable, cushioned deck of the felucca. As the captain unfurls the large triangular canvas sail, the boat will quietly catch the wind. Glide peacefully along the water, far removed from the noise of the city. Watch local farmers tending to their fields along the banks, see water buffalo cooling off in the river, and admire the timeless Egyptian landscape. (Note: The felucca relies entirely on the wind; if there is no wind, a motorboat will be provided to tow the felucca so you still enjoy the experience).
Stop 3: Return and Drop-off
After a deeply relaxing sail, return to the dock where your driver will be waiting to take you back to your hotel or cruise ship.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Private felucca boat
- Experienced captain
- Hotel transfers
- Bottled water
- Tea on board
- Private pickup and drop-off from your hotel, Nile cruise or agreed meeting point
- Licensed local guide or activity instructor according to the tour type
- Private air-conditioned transport for land sections
- Bottled water during guided touring
- Flexible photo stops and practical WhatsApp coordination
- The tour price includes all standard admission tickets required for the visits and activities listed in this itinerary. Optional visits and special-access upgrades outside the listed itinerary cost extra.
Excluded
- Tips for captain
- Food
- Additional beverages
- Meals unless stated
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities not listed
- Domestic and international airline tickets are not included.
Prices by Group Size
Every amount is the USD price for one traveler, not the total booking price. Choose the row that matches your group size.
| Travelers | Price per traveler |
|---|---|
| 1 Traveler | $140 per travelerTotal for 1 traveler: $140 |
| 2 Travelers | $75 per travelerTotal for 2 travelers: $150 |
| 3 Travelers | $70 per travelerTotal for 3 travelers: $210 |
| 4 Travelers | $70 per travelerTotal for 4 travelers: $280 |
| 5 Travelers | $70 per travelerTotal for 5 travelers: $350 |
| 6 or More Travelers | $70 per travelerFrom $420 total for 6 travelers |
We will confirm the date, availability and final price by email or WhatsApp before booking.
Pricing Information
The final price depends on travel date, availability, category and traveler count. Currency conversions are estimates updated from the central rate setting.
Children Policy
Child rates depend on age, room occupancy and the hotel or cruise policy. Send each child age for a confirmed quote.
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