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Luxor Felucca Ride & Banana Island

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Duration Full Day
Experience Cultural Tour
Tour Privacy 100% Private VIP Tour
Destination Luxor East & West Banks, Upper Egypt
Languages English, Arabic, French, German, Spanish, Italian
Guiding Style Private Egyptologist Guide
Physical Effort Leisurely & Relaxed Luxury
Suitable Ages All Ages & Families Welcome
Departure Schedule Daily Private Departures
Cruise Route Luxor Hotel → Private Nile Marina → Traditional Felucca Sail to Banana Island Plantation → Sunset Nile Return → Luxor Hotel
Luxor Felucca Ride & Banana Island
Luxor Felucca Ride & Banana Island
Luxor Felucca Ride & Banana Island
Luxor Felucca Ride & Banana Island
Luxor Felucca Ride & Banana Island
Luxor Felucca Ride & Banana Island

Journey Overview

A professionally curated half day experience in Luxor, rewritten for international travellers who value clear logistics, strong sightseeing content and a polished local experience. The programme is positioned as an Amarco product for European-facing sales, with practical pacing and a focus on the destination’s most compelling highlights.

From Luxor: Felucca Ride and Banana Island

Overview From Luxor: Felucca Ride and Banana Island

  Your adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel, taking you to the East Bank to board a traditional wooden felucca. Felucca Ride: Relax as you sail the Nile, enjoying picturesque views of Luxor’s landmarks like the Luxor Bridge and Winter Palace Hotel, while glimpsing local life with farmers and children by the river. Visit Banana Island: Arrive at Banana Island, where you’ll tour lush banana plantations, learn about the cultivation process, and taste fresh bananas and other local fruits. Some tours may include a lunch with traditional local dishes. Return Journey: Sail back to the East Bank and enjoy a comfortable transfer to your hotel. Tour Highlights: Scenic felucca ride with views of Luxor’s landmarks Explore Banana Island’s farms and enjoy fresh fruit Convenient round-trip hotel transfer Book your From Luxor: Felucca Ride and Banana Island and a memorable Banana Island visit!     TRIPADVISOR AMARCO EGYPT  

Curated Distinctions

  • Private or premium touring
  • Professional local assistance
  • Comfortable transportation
  • Well-paced sightseeing
Abydos Temple Colossi of Memnon Dendera Temple Hatshepsut Temple Karnak & Luxor Temples Medinet Habu Philae Temple & High Dam Valley of the Kings Cultural & Historical Felucca Sailing Sightseeing

Day-by-Day Itinerary

2 Days / Stages
1
Banana Island

Banana Island

1.5 Hours Ticket Included

Tranquil traditional felucca sail across the Nile to Banana Island with fresh tropical fruits and riverside views.

Inclusions & Services

Luxury Accommodation & Stays

5-Star Stays
  • Accommodation, cruise stateroom, or dining arrangements as specified in the programme

Private Egyptologist & Guiding

Certified Expert
  • Licensed Egyptologist guiding services tailored to your personal party

VIP Chauffeur & Transfers

Private Fleet
  • Private air-conditioned transfers in late-model Amarco vehicles with dedicated chauffeur
  • Complimentary chilled bottled water throughout all transfers and excursions

Monument Tickets & VIP Services

All Covered
  • Admission tickets and entrance fees to all monuments and experiences listed in the itinerary
  • 24/7 Amarco concierge assistance, service charges, and all local taxes

Not Included

Not Included
  • — International flights to and from Egypt and entry visa fees
  • — Personal expenses, beverages, and optional gratuities for guides and crew
  • — Optional activities or special interior tomb tickets not specified in the standard itinerary

Departure & Journey Logistics

Departure Point Luxor Hotel or Cruise Pier
Return Point Luxor Hotel or Cruise Pier

Booking Terms, Children & Cancellation Policy

Rate & Availability Reconfirmation Note

Final live rate should be reconfirmed for the client's dates before booking, especially for cruise, Dahabiya, hotel and peak-season products. Exact hotels, cruise vessels, entrance tickets, flight sectors and inclusions must be reconfirmed against the confirmed travel dates and supplier availability.

Children's Policy

Infants aged 0 to 1.99 years travel complimentary. Children aged 2 to 5.99 years receive a 50% discount sharing existing bedding with parents. Children aged 6 to 11.99 years receive a 30% discount with an extra bed provided. Children aged 12 and above are charged at adult rates.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to departure for standard touring packages. For private Dahabiya charters, peak festive seasons, and domestic flight segments, cancellations within 30 days are subject to airline and marine operator policies. Custom reschedulings are accommodated with zero administrative penalties whenever possible.

Essential Inquiries & Notes

Yes. All overland transfers and guided visits are conducted privately with your licensed Amarco Egyptologist guide and chauffeur, allowing flexible pacing and photo stops.

Tour Location & Interactive Map

Interactive Journey Route & Waypoints

2 Route Stops • ~193 km
S
Departure Hub / Start Point Aswan & Nubia
~193 km
Return Hub / Concluding Point Aswan & Nubia
E
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Interactive Journey Route & Waypoints
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Category A Operator

Official Egyptian Ministry of Tourism license with premier Egyptology guides.

Bespoke Chauffeur Fleet

Impeccable late-model Mercedes vehicles with private dedicated chauffeurs.

Guaranteed Luxury Booking

Instant luxury reservation with dedicated private concierge and bespoke itinerary adjustments.

Starting from
$ 65 / guest
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1 Date
2 Guests
3 Details
4 Confirm
Estimated Total: $130.00
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