This carefully curated journey offers an immersive exploration of Egypt’s extraordinary historical and cultural legacy. From the monumental achievements of the pharaohs and the treasures of Cairo to the living traditions of the Nile, the programme combines scholarly depth, cultural insight, and memorable travel experiences — culminating in a rare total solar eclipse over Luxor, the longest on accessible land until 2114.
Tour Highlights
- Discover Cairo in depth, from the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Pyramids of Giza to Saqqara and Old Cairo.
- Explore Egypt’s most celebrated ancient sites, including the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the Pyramid of Unas, and the Serapeum at Saqqara.
- Take a full-day excursion to Alexandria — the Bibliotheca, the Greco-Roman Museum, the Roman Amphitheatre, and Pompey’s Pillar.
- Sail in classic style aboard the Grand Sun Nile Cruise, linking Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor.
- Stand before sacred monuments including Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor Temple, Karnak, and the royal necropolis of the West Bank.
- Witness the Total Solar Eclipse of 2 August 2027 from Luxor — 6 minutes 23 seconds of totality, the longest until 2114.
What Is Included
- Meet-and-assist services on arrival, with airport assistance and all transfers.
- 5 nights at the Akhenaton Guest House in Cairo and 3 nights aboard the Grand Sun Nile Cruise.
- Domestic flights: Cairo–Aswan and Luxor–Cairo.
- Guided sightseeing throughout, with a private tour guide and an educator who speaks on the biblical sites.
- Entrance fees for all listed sites.
- Meals as specified in the day-by-day programme, including onboard cruise meals.
What Is Not Included
- International flights to and from Egypt unless confirmed separately.
- Entry visas, passport fees, and immigration charges.
- Travel insurance, medical cover, and personal emergency expenses.
- Meals and beverages not specifically listed.
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, minibar, shopping, optional activities).
- Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and cruise staff.
Pricing (per person, double occupancy)
- Standard — Akhenaton Guest House: $6,000
- 5-Star Upgrade — Sheraton Cairo: $8,000
Rates are based on a group travelling with an educator who speaks on the biblical sites.
