6-Night Felucca Alaska Sailing: Aswan ⇄ Luxor (Saturday Departures) Sail the quiet, temple-studded stretch of the Nile between Aswan and Luxor aboard Felucca Alaska—our traditional lateen-rigged sailboat crewed by Nubian sailors. Across six unhurried nights, drift past date palms and sandstone cliffs, stop at secluded beaches, wander ancient villages, and explore Egypt’s great river temples: Kom Ombo, Gebel el-Silsila, Edfu (Temple of Horus), and Esna (Temple of Khnum). On northbound legs, we finish with a relaxed tow behind a dahabiya from Esna to Luxor, letting you soak up the last golden miles from the shaded deck. Departures: Every Saturday, alternating weekly: Week A: Aswan → Luxor Week B: Luxor → Aswan (reverse itinerary) Style: Slow travel by wind and current, plenty of deck time for reading, tea, and swimming stops, with guided temple visits and village walks along the way. Week A: Aswan → Luxor (Saturday Departures, 6 Nights) Day 1 – Aswan Embarkation & First Sail Board Felucca Alaska in Aswan by late morning. Safety briefing, lunch, and your first easy sail to a secluded beach for a sunset swim and camp-style dinner under the stars. Day 2 – Daraw & Camel Market Morning sail to Daraw. Explore the lively camel market (on market days) and local souk culture. Afternoon river time and riverside camp. Day 3 – Kom Ombo Early sail to Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to Sobek and Horus. Visit the mummified crocodile museum. Lazy afternoon on the felucca; beach fire in the evening. Day 4 – Gebel el-Silsila Glide through sandstone quarries at Gebel el-Silsila. Walk the riverbank shrines and rock-cut chapels. Quiet anchorage tonight with superb stargazing. Day 5 – Edfu (Temple of Horus) Transfer ashore to visit majestic Edfu Temple with its towering pylons and reliefs. Rejoin the felucca for hours of relaxed sailing past palm groves and small farms. Day 6 – Esna (Temple of Khnum) Arrive Esna for the Temple of Khnum and a wander through handicraft lanes.

Authentic overnight felucca sailing adventures on the Nile between Aswan and Edfu. Private and group trips with meals, guides, and Nubian hospitality. Departures from the Aswan Corniche. ​ Experience the timeless beauty of the Nile on Felucca Alaska – a locally owned felucca sailing company offering overnight trips between Aswan and Edfu. Enjoy traditional Nubian sailing with fresh meals, sleeping under the stars, ancient village tours, secluded beaches, temple visits., and life on the Nile Our tours begin from the Aswan Corniche near Feryal Garden (McDonald's pier). Perfect for couples, families, and backpackers looking for a slow, magical journey on Egypt’s river of life.