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Felucca Sunset Sailing Experience in Luxor

Luxor 2 Hours Up to 20 guests Private Tour
$ 20

Overview

 

Experience the peaceful beauty of the Nile with a Felucca Sunset Sailing Experience in Luxor, a relaxing way to discover Egypt from the water. Step aboard a traditional Egyptian felucca and enjoy a gentle sailing trip along the Nile as the afternoon light begins to soften. With the famous Luxor landscape surrounding you, this experience offers a wonderful opportunity to slow down, take photos, and enjoy the atmosphere of one of Egypt’s most historic cities.

Your experience begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Luxor. You will then head to the Nile embarkation point, where your traditional felucca awaits. These simple wooden sailing boats have been used on the Nile for generations and provide an authentic way to experience the river.

Once on board, relax as the felucca moves with the breeze. You can sit comfortably on the deck, enjoy views of the Nile riverbanks, and watch everyday life along the water. Depending on the sailing route and weather conditions, you may see local boats, riverside villages, palm trees, agricultural landscapes, and views toward Luxor's historic areas.

The highlight of the trip is the Luxor sunset. As the sun moves toward the horizon, the sky gradually changes color, creating beautiful reflections across the Nile. This peaceful setting is ideal for photography, couples, families, friends, and travelers looking for a relaxing experience between sightseeing activities.

Unlike a busy sightseeing tour, this Nile felucca ride in Luxor is designed to give you time to relax and appreciate the river at a slower pace. You can enjoy the fresh breeze, listen to the gentle movement of the water, and take in the changing scenery without rushing from one attraction to another.

A private felucca option can also provide a more personalized experience, allowing you to enjoy the sailing trip according to your preferred pace. Whether you are visiting Luxor for a short stay or spending several days exploring the temples and tombs, a sunset felucca ride is an excellent addition to your Egypt itinerary.

Capture memorable photographs, enjoy the calm atmosphere of the Nile, and experience one of Luxor's most relaxing evening activities. This Felucca Sunset Sailing Experience in Luxor combines traditional Egyptian culture, beautiful scenery, and a peaceful Nile adventure in one memorable trip.

This experience is perfect for travelers looking for a relaxing Luxor Nile sailing trip, couples seeking a romantic sunset activity, families wanting a peaceful evening experience, and photographers interested in capturing the Nile at sunset.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a peaceful traditional felucca sailing experience
  • Watch the spectacular sunset over Luxor’s West Bank
  • Admire panoramic views of the Nile and surrounding landscapes
  • Enjoy a relaxing escape after a day of sightseeing
  • Perfect for couples, families, and friends
  • Excellent opportunity for sunset photography
  • Private experience with convenient hotel or Nile cruise pickup

Included

  • Pickup and drop-off from your hotel or Nile cruise in Luxor
  • Private air-conditioned transportation
  • Private traditional felucca sailing trip
  • Mineral water during the tour
  • All service charges and taxes

Not Included

  • Food and drinks other than mineral water
  • Personal expenses
  • Any extras not mentioned under "Included"
  • Tipping

Itinerary

Your experience begins with pickup from your hotel or Nile cruise in Luxor by private air-conditioned vehicle.

You will be transferred to the Nile waterfront, where your traditional wooden felucca will be waiting for you.

Sail Along the Nile

Step aboard and settle into the comfortable seating as the felucca begins its peaceful journey along the Nile.

Enjoy the gentle breeze and spectacular views of Luxor’s riverbanks. As you sail, you can admire the contrast between the lush agricultural land along the river and the desert landscape beyond.

Your captain will choose a suitable sailing route depending on the wind and river conditions.

Sunset Over the West Bank

As the sun begins to set, watch the sky transform into beautiful shades of gold, orange, and pink above the Nile and the mountains of Luxor’s West Bank.

Take photographs, relax, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere away from the crowds.

After approximately two hours on the Nile, return to the waterfront and transfer back to your hotel or Nile cruise, concluding your relaxing Luxor sunset experience.

Price Policy

 

Price Policy

- All prices are quoted per person, based on the selected accommodation and room occupancy.
- The standard tour price is based on two people sharing a double or twin room.
- Single-room accommodation is available at an additional supplement.
- Child prices depend on the child's age and the services required and will be confirmed at the time of booking.
- The tour price is based on the services and accommodation specified in the confirmed itinerary.
- Prices are subject to availability at the time of booking, particularly for Nile cruise cabins, hotels and domestic transportation.
- Once the booking has been confirmed and the required deposit has been received, the agreed tour price will not change unless the traveler requests changes or upgrades.

Payment Policy

- A 30% deposit is required to confirm and secure the tour reservation.
- The remaining 70% balance should be paid before arrival, according to the payment deadline stated in the booking confirmation.
- Bookings made within 30 days of arrival may require full payment at the time of confirmation.
- Certain services, such as Nile cruise cabins, domestic flights or special arrangements, may require higher or earlier payment because of supplier conditions.
- Payment processing, bank-transfer fees or card/online payment charges, if applicable, may be the responsibility of the traveler.

Price Changes

Quoted prices are based on the availability and rates available when the quotation is prepared. Hotel, cruise and transportation rates may change before the reservation is confirmed.

After the required deposit has been received and the booking is confirmed, the agreed price is protected except for:

- Requested itinerary changes
- Hotel or cruise upgrades
- Additional services or excursions
- Changes in travel dates
- Additional transportation requirements
- Supplier charges that were specifically identified before booking

Optional Experiences

Optional activities such as a Luxor hot-air balloon ride, Nubian Village visit, desert safari, snorkeling, diving, Red Sea boat trip or Nile dinner cruise are not included unless specifically stated in the confirmed itinerary. Their prices will be provided separately.

Important

The final price, inclusions, exclusions, accommodation category and payment deadline will be clearly stated in the traveler's booking confirmation before payment is made.

Cancellation Policy

Fair Cancellation Fees (Excluding Peak Periods)
In case you cancel your trip, the following charges will be applied:
- From the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date, 15% of the entire tour price will be charged.
- 35% of the tour price if you cancel 60-31 days before arrival.
- 50% of the tour price if you cancel 30-15 days before arrival.
- 100% of the tour price if you cancel 14-1 days before arrival.

Additionally, airlines charge their fees which are subject to the airlines' terms and conditions, and there's also a 5% bank fee on refunds.The cancellation policy may vary significantly for groups or unique itinerary

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$ 20 Per Adult

Total $ 20
Child: $ 15

Tour Information

  • Duration 2 Hours
  • Availability Daily
  • Starts in Luxor
  • Ends in Luxor
  • Type Day Tour
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