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Luxor

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Luxor Banana Island Tour

Name: Cairo Top Tours
Address: Egypt - Giza - Al-Ahram St.5th Hassan Said St. from Ahram St Giza P.O. Box 6, Egypt, EG
Telephone: +201022772955
Price range: 40$

Price Starting From : $40

2 Hours

Luxor

Egypt

Everyday

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Relieve yourself from the busy atmosphere of the concrete city and enjoy a fabulous Banana Island Visit in Luxor, a hidden gem located by the Nile. This lush, scenic island is famous for its beautiful landscapes, exotic fruit plantations, and local authenticity. Travel along the Nile, be it on a traditional felucca or a motorboat, and enjoy stunning views of the riverbanks of Luxor, where ancient temples and vibrant greenery create a picture-perfect setting. Light an easy sail for this peaceful island; it serves almost as a perfect retreat from the city's historical places.

On this island, come and dive into owls and other tropical beauties. Explore the green plantations of Banana Island. Walk through fields of banana trees, sugarcane, and other seasonal fruits, where you can relish freshly picked bananas right from their source. Go and interact with the island's local farmers, seeking knowledge from them about traditional agriculture and their daily lives in Banana. A perfect example would be to have Egyptian tea or fresh juice, which is usually enjoyed by vegetating in a shady area, surrounded by the ambient sounds of nature.

And so ends your excursion-a calm boat ride back to Luxor- with a second chance to experience the enthralling landscape of the Nile. Whether you are a nature lover, a photography enthusiast, or just after some quiet time, a Banana Island Tour has something to offer as a perfect getaway into Egypt's natural beauty. Such an interesting excursion shall serve to complement all the adventures related to the ancient historical sights in Luxor, thus leaving the traveler with a mind full of memories about both ancient heritage and modern rural life in Egypt.

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Inclusion

The transportation services to and from your accommodation for your Banana Island Tour in Luxor are provided.
You will be provided with a private air-conditioned car.
A certified representative will accompany you on your tours in Luxor.
All entrance fees are for the active sites on the program.
There is free tea on Banana Island.
Bottled water during Egypt Day Tours.
All taxes and service charges are included for your Egypt Tours.

Exclusion

Any extras not listed in the schedule for Luxor Day Tours
Tipping is not included in the cost of the Banana Island Tour in Luxor.
Prices are valid for Egypt Easter trips and Egypt Christmas and New Year excursions.

Itinerary

Your excursion begins with a hotel pick-up in Luxor, where your private guide will escort you across the eastern bank of the Nile. You shall board a traditional felucca sailboat or a motorboat, depending on your liking, and sail across the beauty of the Nile. While you sail, feast your eyes on the spectacular sights of Luxor's lush landscape, ancient temples, and some local fauna.

Upon arrival, you find yourself on Banana Island, considered a tranquil island paradise with tropical fruit plantations. Enjoy a guided walk through the banana fields while observing how bananas are cultivated and harvested. Enjoy picking and tasting fresh bananas and other seasonal fruits straight from the trees.

Spot exotic birds and perhaps even some Nile crocodiles in designated enclosures while you take the tour. Make sure to converse with farmers and learn about their traditional farming methods. Enjoy some refreshing Egyptian tea while soaking in the tranquil beauty of the island.

Relax at a small cafe by the river on the island, while enjoying a freshly prepared Egyptian lunch featuring grilled fish, chicken, or vegetarian dishes. While relishing the exotic flavors of the local cuisine, enjoy the absolutely stunning views of the Nile.

After lunch, take some time to roam around, snap beautiful photos, or simply enjoy some time relaxing by the river bank, at your own pace. Finally, when you're ready, get back onto your boat for a leisurely cruise back to Luxor. Your guide and driver will drop you off back to your hotel, concluding a day of leisure and rejuvenation.

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1 Person

$100 Per Person

2 - 3 Persons

$70 Per Person

4 - 6 Persons

$55 Per Person

7 - 10 Persons

$45 Per Person

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In the case of cancellation of the trip by the customer, based on the start dates of the trip, the following costs will be charged:

15% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation from the booking date up to 61 days before the start date of the trip

25% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation from 60 to 31 days before the start date of the trip

35% of the total cost of the trip, with cancellation 30 to 15 days before the start date of the trip

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