Yes. All overland transfers and guided visits are conducted privately with your licensed Amarco Egyptologist guide and chauffeur, allowing flexible pacing and photo stops.
Amarco Private Journeys
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Category A Licensed Operator
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5.0 Verified Excellence
Luxor Felucca Ride & Banana Island
Private Heritage Collection
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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
Curated Distinctions
- Private or premium touring
- Professional local assistance
- Comfortable transportation
- Well-paced sightseeing
Key Heritage Sites & Landmarks Visited
Abydos Temple
Colossi of Memnon
Dendera Temple
Hatshepsut Temple
Karnak & Luxor Temples
Medinet Habu
Philae Temple & High Dam
Valley of the Kings
Curated Experiences & Activities
Cultural & Historical
Felucca Sailing
Sightseeing
Inclusions & Services
Included in Journey
- Private air-conditioned transfers in late-model Amarco vehicles with dedicated chauffeur
- Licensed Egyptologist guiding services tailored to your personal party
- Admission tickets and entrance fees to all monuments and experiences listed in the itinerary
- Accommodation, or dining arrangements as specified in the programme
- Complimentary chilled bottled water throughout all transfers and excursions
- 24/7 Amarco concierge assistance, service charges, and all local taxes
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
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Private pickup or meeting point, guided sightseeing and the principal highlights of the experience, with time for photographs and local context.
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 private felucca tour for a peaceful Nile journey and a memorable Banana Island visit!
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Banana Island
1.5 Hours
Ticket Included
Tranquil traditional felucca sail across the Nile to Banana Island with fresh tropical fruits and riverside views.
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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
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 48h Hold
Lock your preferred date with 48h complimentary hold and flexible rescheduling.