Nubian Village Day Trip

Cross the River Nile on board a traditional felucca to discover Gharb Soheil, an authentic village in Egypt, where you can observe the daily life of the Nubians.

Day Trip Details

Your tour begins with a pickup at your hotel or boat, followed by a trip to a small port to board a boat for cruising the Nile. After crossing the Nile, you will have the chance to swim and relax on a beach before continuing the adventure on camelback to Gharb Soheil, also known as the Nubian Village. Nubia is historically significant, lying between Southern Egypt and Northern Sudan.

The Nubian Village is rich in history and one of the oldest in Africa. During your visit, you will explore the market and various houses, sample local food and traditional teas, listen to local music, and have the opportunity to try a henna tattoo. After the visit, you will return via the same route, arriving back at the departure point in approximately 3 to 4 hours.

Pickup Service

This activity includes pickup from hotels, hostels, and apartments in Aswan. If your accommodation is in specific locations in Aswan, you will meet at designated points:

Western Aswan Island (Ghard Aswan): West Bank Ferry terminal.Elefantina Island (Guizirit Alfantin): In front of Kornish Al Nile KFC or Telecom Egypt Office on El Sadat Road.Suhil Island (Guizirit Suhil): West Bank Ferry terminal.

If your hotel or boat is not in the downtown area or listed islands, you can meet at one of the aforementioned points.