CAIRO

Day 1 | Welcome to Cairo

Arrive in Cairo, Egypt's historic capital and one of the world's great crossroads of culture and civilization.

Your private representative will meet you at Cairo International Airport and escort you to your luxury hotel overlooking the Nile.

Settle into your accommodation and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure, allowing you to relax and prepare for the extraordinary journey ahead.

Overnight: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Day 2 | Cairo — The Treasures of Ancient Egypt

Begin your Egyptian journey with a private visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum.

Accompanied by your Egyptologist, explore an extraordinary collection spanning thousands of years of Egyptian history. Discover monumental statues, ancient tools, pottery and royal treasures while gaining insight into the civilization that flourished along the Nile.

The museum offers an exceptional introduction to Egypt's ancient world, bringing together artifacts from some of the most important periods of its history.

Enjoy lunch at a carefully selected restaurant before returning to your hotel.

This evening, gather for an elegant welcome dinner celebrating the beginning of your Egyptian adventure.

Overnight: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 | Giza — The Great Pyramid & The Great Sphinx

Today, encounter the monuments that have defined Egypt for thousands of years.

Travel to the Giza Plateau and explore the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure with your private Egyptologist.

Step inside one of the ancient pyramids and discover the chambers hidden within these extraordinary monuments.

Continue to the Great Sphinx, the monumental guardian of the Giza Plateau, and take time to appreciate its extraordinary scale and history.

Enjoy lunch before returning to your hotel.

Overnight: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

LUXOR

Day 4 | Luxor — Karnak & Luxor Temple

After breakfast, fly south to Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes and one of the world's greatest archaeological destinations.

Begin your exploration at the vast Karnak Temple Complex, a monumental collection of temples, pylons, courtyards and columns dedicated to the ancient gods.

Walk through the magnificent Great Hypostyle Hall and discover how generations of pharaohs contributed to this extraordinary sacred complex.

After your visit, board the Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise, your luxurious home on the Nile for the coming days.

Enjoy lunch onboard before continuing to Luxor Temple, dramatically illuminated by the afternoon light.

Explore its monumental entrance, statues and elegant colonnades before returning to the cruise.

This evening, enjoy a welcome cocktail and canapés followed by dinner onboard.

Overnight: Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

LUXOR

Day 5 | Luxor — Valley of the Kings & The Story of Tutankhamun

Today, cross to Luxor's West Bank and enter the world of the ancient Egyptian pharaohs.

Begin at the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues that once stood before the entrance of a royal temple.

Continue to the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut, built against the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari and dedicated to one of ancient Egypt's most remarkable rulers.

Your journey continues into the legendary Valley of the Kings, where generations of pharaohs were buried.

Explore selected royal tombs, including the celebrated tomb of Tutankhamun, and discover the story surrounding its remarkable discovery.

Continue to the tombs of Ramesses VI and Seti I, subject to access and availability.

Later, visit the Luxor Museum, home to an impressive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts.

Return to the Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise for an evening of relaxation on the Nile.

Overnight: Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 | Luxor — Sunrise Over the Nile

Rise before dawn for one of the journey's most memorable experiences: a hot-air balloon flight over Luxor.

As the sun rises, float above the Nile Valley and watch the temples, agricultural fields and ancient landscapes emerge beneath you.

After landing, continue to Medinet Habu, one of Luxor's remarkable but less-visited monuments, built during the reign of Ramesses III.

Explore its monumental courtyards and beautifully decorated walls before returning to your cruise.

An optional visit to a local community educational project can also be arranged, subject to availability and the project's operating schedule.

Return onboard and enjoy lunch before continuing your journey south toward Esna.

Spend the afternoon relaxing on the river, taking in the changing scenery from the deck.

Overnight: Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

EDFU

Day 7 | Edfu — The Temple of Horus

Begin your day with a visit to the Temple of Khnum at Esna, an important ancient sanctuary whose surviving architecture and inscriptions provide a fascinating glimpse into Egypt's religious traditions.

Return to the Villa Oberoi and continue sailing south toward Edfu.

Later, disembark to explore the magnificent Temple of Horus, dedicated to the falcon-headed god associated with kingship and healing.

Admire the temple's enormous pylons, courtyards and beautifully preserved inscriptions before returning to the cruise.

Enjoy the remainder of the day relaxing onboard as the Nile landscapes pass gently by.

Overnight: Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

KOM OMBO

Day 8 | Kom Ombo — Temple of Sobek & Egyptian Evening

Enjoy a leisurely morning onboard as the Villa Oberoi continues its journey along the Nile.

Take part in an optional Egyptian cooking experience, learning how traditional local dishes are prepared under the guidance of the onboard chef.

Later, disembark at Kom Ombo and explore its remarkable Greco-Roman temple.

Unlike most Egyptian temples, Kom Ombo was dedicated to two deities: Haroeris and Sobek, the crocodile god.

Discover the temple's unusual architecture and learn about the beliefs and traditions surrounding its two sacred gods.

Return to the cruise for a special Egyptian evening.

Dress in traditional galabeyya attire, enjoy a lavish dinner featuring Egyptian specialties and experience an evening of Arabic music and dancing.

Overnight: Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

ASWAN

Day 9 | Aswan — Philae, Nubian Heritage & Felucca Sailing

Arrive in Aswan and begin your exploration with a visit to the ancient granite quarries.

See the enormous Unfinished Obelisk, an extraordinary monument that offers insight into the techniques used by ancient Egyptian craftsmen.

Continue by boat to Agilika Island, home to the magnificent Temple of Philae.

Dedicated to the goddess Isis, the temple complex is one of the most beautifully situated ancient monuments along the Nile.

Continue to the Nubian Museum and discover the history and cultural heritage of Nubia.

Return to the Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise before setting out on a traditional felucca sailing experience around Elephantine Island.

Enjoy views of the Nile, the surrounding islands and the Aga Khan Mausoleum as the afternoon light begins to soften.

After lunch, relax onboard or take the opportunity to explore a local Aswan spice market.

Overnight: Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

ABU SIMBEL

Day 10 | Abu Simbel — The Temples of Ramesses II

Today, travel to Abu Simbel, home to two of ancient Egypt's most extraordinary monuments.

The Great Temple of Ramesses II is dominated by four colossal statues of the pharaoh carved directly into the rock.

Explore the monumental temple complex and discover its magnificent halls, chambers and reliefs, while your Egyptologist explains the story and significance behind this extraordinary site.

Enjoy lunch before returning to Aswan.

Return to the Philae Oberoi and enjoy your final evening onboard.

Overnight: Philae Oberoi Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

CAIRO

Day 11 | Cairo — The Royal Mummies

After breakfast, bid farewell to the Villa Oberoi Nile Cruise and fly back to Cairo.

Upon arrival, continue to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.

Explore its collections before entering the Royal Mummies Hall, where some of ancient Egypt's most celebrated rulers are preserved.

The museum provides a fascinating journey through Egypt's civilization, connecting the country's ancient past with its broader cultural history.

After lunch, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure.

Overnight: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 12 | Saqqara — Ancient Necropolis & Exclusive Tomb Experience

Journey beyond Cairo to Saqqara, the vast necropolis of ancient Memphis and one of Egypt's most important archaeological landscapes.

Explore the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser, one of the earliest monumental stone structures in Egypt and a landmark in the evolution of pyramid architecture.

Continue through the ancient necropolis and discover beautifully decorated tombs that reveal the lives and beliefs of Egypt's early dynasties.

Subject to access and availability, enjoy a special visit to the remarkable Tomb of Wahtye, a richly decorated Old Kingdom tomb discovered in recent years.

Continue to the Tomb of Mereruka, renowned for its detailed reliefs depicting scenes from everyday life in ancient Egypt.

Return to Cairo and enjoy a memorable farewell dinner celebrating the conclusion of your journey.

Overnight: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13 | Cairo — Departure

Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel.

At the appropriate time, your private driver will transfer you to Cairo International Airport for your departing flight.

Your Egyptian journey comes to an end, leaving you with memories of ancient pyramids, royal tombs, sacred temples, the timeless Nile and extraordinary experiences that span thousands of years of history.

Meals: Breakfast