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Cruises & Sailing· 📍 Cairo, Egypt

Cairo Nile Felucca Cruise with Lunch and Hotel Transfers

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Cairo Nile Felucca Cruise with Lunch and Hotel Transfers
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Duration
2-3h
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Cancellation
Free 24h before

Overview

Sailing on a traditional Felucca along the River Nile offers a peaceful and authentic way to experience Cairo away from the city’s hustle and noise. This experience connects travelers to Egypt’s ancient traditions, gliding silently across the same waters once sailed by pharaohs and Cleopatra herself. The tour combines relaxation, culture, and local flavor in one memorable experience. Guests enjoy the comfort of private hotel transfers, ensuring a seamless journey from start to finish. What makes this experience truly unique is the personalized touch — an expert local guide shares stories about Cairo’s landmarks, the history of the Nile, and daily life along its banks. Travelers can choose to sail by day under the warm sunshine or in the evening when Cairo’s skyline glows with lights reflecting on the water. Adding to the authenticity, guests enjoy a delicious Koshary meal, Egypt’s favorite traditional dish, served fresh during the trip.

How this compares

Cairo · 1258 Cruises & Sailing · typical ~4,662 EGP · 5,557 EGPpremium pick

What's included

  • Round-trip transfer from your hotel or Nile Cruise in Cairo
  • All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private Egyptologist tour guide
  • Lunch onboard Felucca (Koshary, Local Food)
  • Felucca ride
  • Bottled mineral water
  • All taxes and charges
  • Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Cairo
  2. 2
    Nile River Valley
  3. 3
    Cairo

Frequently asked questions

How long is this experience?
2-3h
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
What's included?
Round-trip transfer from your hotel or Nile Cruise in Cairo · All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle · Private Egyptologist tour guide · Lunch onboard Felucca (Koshary, Local Food) · Felucca ride · Bottled mineral water · All taxes and charges
5,557 EGP/ per person
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