Day 1 3 Hours in Nile River with Felucca Cruise

In this case, with Happy Egypt, you are equally informed that Felucca is a sailing boat that operates based on the wind. It has been worn in Egypt for thousands of years beginning with the reign of the Pharaohs. It was used by the Pharaoh as a private barge as well as a freighter to transport colossal statues and obelisks between the Egyptian cities.

1. Start of the Cruise:

Go for a Felucca cruise in the afternoon so as to capture the beautiful scene as the sky changes from the normal color during the evening.

Take a Felucca ride along the Nile: To experience the ride you have to meet a Felucca captain at an agreed meeting point.

2. Initial Sail:

Take the traditional wooden boat referred to as a Felucca and sail on it while in the Nile River.

Pluck the strings and enjoy the refreshing coolness of the wind blowing through your hair while surrounded by the serene sound of the boat bouncing on water's surface.

3. Scenic Views:

Relish the beautiful views of the Cairo skyline that are evident in the Cairo Tower and other structures that are situated at the Nile River.

It considerably depicts the Nile with people fishing, farming, and performing their regular activities.

4. Relaxation and Refreshments:

Comfortably recline on the vast cushions available on the Felucca deck.

It is recommended that guests arrange to take something to snack on and drink or find out if there is provision for snacks and drinks on the Felucca ride.

5. Sunset Views:

The artwork particularly the sunset and the reflection of the scenes on water in the Nile make the most beautiful scenery at this time of the evening. This is a wonderful time in the tour, and people enjoy every point of it without complaining.

6. Return Sail:

Begin sailing back to the beginning point and this part of the trip is even more attractive because the outstanding views of the surroundings seen in the afternoon will be even more impressive in the evening.

7. End of Cruise:

Get off the Felucca and unlike earlier times you have to express your gratitude to the captain for giving you the splendid boat ride.

 Tour included

• • Felucca sailing boat. 
  • Tour guide. 
  • Entrance fees. 
  • Hotel pick up and drop off. 

 Tour excluded

• • Tips for guide and driver. 
  • Drinks and meals. 
  • Personal expenses. 

 Notes

• • Children from 0-5 years are free of charge. 
  • Children from 6-11 get 50% off. 
  • All prices are in US Dollars, but Egyptian Pound, English Pound & Euros are accepted.