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Private Felucca Tour to Elephantine Island from Aswan
Aswan
About
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 ...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in Japanese & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in Japanese & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Qualified Egyptologist guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Important Information
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Wheelchair accessible
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Private Felucca Tour to Elephantine Island from Aswan
Aswan
About
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 ...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in Japanese & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in Japanese & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Qualified Egyptologist guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Itinerary
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Elephantine Island
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.
