Private Felucca Tour to Elephantine Island from Aswan

2–3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

About this activity

This peaceful felucca tour takes you to the historic Elephantine Island, sailing aboard a traditional wooden sailboat for an authentic Nile experience. Glide across the waters to explore this ancient island, once a strategic trading post and home to the ancient Abu settlement. Discover the island's archaeological sites, including the ruins of the Temple of Khnum, ancient Nilometers, and the Aswan Museum housed in the former villa of William Willcocks. The tour offers beautiful views of Aswan's landscape, the mausoleum of Aga Khan, and the luxury Cataract Hotel. This relaxing journey combines natural beauty with historical discovery, providing a perfect glimpse into Aswan's rich past and the timeless tradition of felucca sailing on the Nile.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Your Egypt Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–85 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Included: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Included: Qualified Egyptologist guide

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Elephantine Island

2 hours

Accompanied by your private Egyptologist guide, keep away from the bustling city and enjoy a relaxing felucca sail on the Nile to historic Elephantine Island. This ancient site holds artifacts dating back to pre-dynastic times and once marked the natural frontier between Egypt and Nubia. Spend a peaceful few hours exploring the island’s landscape and archaeological remains as your guide shares its fascinating history. Notice how the rocks along the shore resemble elephants’ backs partly covered by water — the likely origin of the island’s name.

At the end of the tour, enjoy a relaxing felucca sail back and a comfortable private transfer to your hotel or Nile cruise in Aswan.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Lefay Floating Hotel In Aswan
Kulih Nubian House
Dahabeya Queen Farida
Dahab Guest House
Zena Toma Nubian Guest House
Keylany Hotel Aswan
Shamandora Nubian Guest House
Benben By Dhara Hotels
Nuba
Fenti Nubian Resort
Pyramisa Island Hotel Aswan
Marina Aqua Park Hotel

and 113 more pickup points

Using your ticket

The listed price does not include a $X per person processing fee, payable at the time of tour check-in. The fee is required by our local supplier and is not within our control.
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.