The journey begins in Aswan, in the land of the Nubians on the border with Sudan. Here at the first cataract, the Nile Valley is particularly picturesque. The traces of history are omnipresent and the people are friendly and open.
Program for a two-day tour
The tuk-tuk will pick you up from your accommodation in the morning with your luggage and take you to the jetty. The felucca 'Horus' is already fully equipped and anchored there. There are colorful cushions on deck where you can rest under the awning during the day. You will also eat your meals there. In the evening, you anchor on the shore or on one of the many islands, then the deck is transformed into a sleeping area. There is nothing better than sleeping under the starry sky - or staying awake and listening to the sounds of the night. During the day, you sail past colorful villages, thousands of mango trees and date palms. You stop at the old quarry in El Sisila and visit the temple of Kom Ombo. The driver will be waiting for you there to take you back to Aswan or to Luxor for a follow-up stay.
You can also extend the 2-day tour to a 3-day tour. Then you can sail to Edfu , visit the Horus Temple and continue your journey to Aswan or Luxor by train.
Experience the beauty of Assuan
Aswan is a lively oriental city with colorful souks and lots of atmosphere. It is very picturesquely situated in the cataract region and is one of the most beautiful cities in the country. It is worth spending a few days here and taking some time to enjoy the unusual landscape, the friendly people and one or two cultural sights.
As an experienced and reliable manager, Ahmed will be happy to fulfill your wishes, coordinate the excursions and provide you with a guide on request.
Day trips with the felucca
- Sailing to the first Nile cataract
- Visit to the botanical island "Kitchener Island"
- Visit to the rock tombs of Aswan on the west bank (Old Kingdom; 2500 BC)
- Roots of early Christianity: camel ride to the fortified monastery of St. Simeon
and possible excursions
- Excursion to High Dam and Philae Island, visit to the Temple of Isis
- Motorboat trip to the Nile bathing establishment Barbar-Rest and Garb el Sehel
- Walk through the gardens of Elephantine Island
- Stroll through the souk: eat fish, drink coffee, smoke shisha and much more.
- Visit to the rock temples of Abu Simbel