Immerse yourself in the vibrant Nubian culture with a visit to a traditional Nubian Village on Sohail Island. Explore the island, learn about local history, and enjoy a boat ride and tea in a Nubian house. Limited to 15 people for a personalized experience.
- Nubian Village - Select the departure time that suits your schedule, and start the tour with pickup at your hotel or cruise ship in Aswan. Transfer to the Nile River jetty, where you’ll boat a motorboat for the trip to Gharb Soheil. Find a comfortable seat on the cushioned deck, and spot some of the landmarks at the edge of the Nile River, from the Tombs of the Nobles to the Aswan Botanical Garden and agricultural islands dotted with cows, camels, and fishing shacks. Shortly after passing the First Cataract of the Nile, you’ll reach Gharb Soheil, a Nubian village on the West Bank of the river. You’ll meet a local family to learn about their history, culture, and traditions, sharing a welcome glass of tea, Egyptian coffee, or karkade, a bright pink tea brewed from hibiscus blossoms. Following your time with the family, you’ll have time to visit the village with your guide, taking in the brightly painted houses, and a market full of fresh spices, handmade cotton scarves, and local produce. After an hour at Gharb Soheil, begin the return trip to Aswan. This tour concludes with drop-off at your Aswan hotel.
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- School and Nubian house fees included
- Complimentary bottled water
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Aswan
- All service charges and taxes covered
- Optional and extra activities.
- Tipping
Embark on a 3-hour limited gathering tour to a Nubian Village Community located on Sohail Island, from Aswan. The tour includes a round-trip shuttle service from your hotel or cruise liner, a boating experience and the chance to relish tea in an authentic Nubian household. Journey past Elephantine Island aboard a felucca or via a contemporary motorboat, explore the local traditions, and delve into history. An exclusive opportunity to venture around the Sohail Island at your own pace. With a limitation of only 15 persons, a unique personalized experience awaits you.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.