Egypt Trip: Jewels of the Nile
Few places inspire with ancient sites and treasures untold quite like Egypt does... home to a storied legacy of history that dates back to the days of Neolithic Age in 6000 BC.
Considered a cradle of civilization, Egypt's enduring achievements are chronicled in temples, tombs and pyramids thousands of years old, in humble feluccas and sailing ships seaworthy still, along the banks of the life-giving Nile, and in traditions and celebrations timeless all.
Cruise the Nile in search of ancient Egyptian temples and antiquities on a 10-day journey that includes 4 nights aboard a luxury riverboat, and shore excursions in Aswan, Luxor, and Old Cairo.
Trip highlights:
1. Explore Giza! Enjoy a guided tour of its storied pyramids, including the Great Pyramid of Giza, the last of the ancient Seven Wonders of the World, that have stood as defining symbols of Egypt for millennia. View the most instantly recognizable statue in the world, crafted in limestone with the body of a lion and the head of a king – the Great Sphinx has been mysteriously reclining atop its Giza plateau for more than 3,000 years, guarding still the unanswered secret of who built it and why. Enjoy lunch followed by a guided visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), one of the largest archaeological museums in the world and home to King Tut's largest collection of treasures.
2. Fly to Luxor, site of the ancient city of Thebes and an extraordinary open-air museum! Enjoy an excursion to the Valley of the Queens, where the antiquities amaze. Continue to the Valley of the Kings for an after-hours private visit that includes entry to King Tutankhamun's tomb, renowned for the wealth of valuable antiquities it contained when it was discovered unopened in 1922. Embark your Nile cruise.
3. With three main temples and several smaller ones constructed over hundreds of years, Luxor's Temple of Karnak is the largest complex of its time ever built, developed over a thousand years. Explore the site with an expert guide who shares insights about its history and construction, including the 134-columned Great Hypostyle Hall. A locally guided visit to Luxor Temple, connected to Karnak by an avenue of sphinxes, and dating back to the 1300s BC, follows.
4. Sail from Esna early morning and disembark at Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus, considered to be among the most beautiful and best-preserved temples in Egypt, with its roof still intact. It took 180 years for the temple to be built, and during your guided visit you'll discover why. Massive statues of Horus as a falcon guard entrances and the reliefs on its interior walls relate the story of the birth of Horus and depict Ptolemaic rulers making offerings to the gods and destroying their enemies. Following your visit, sit down with an Egyptologist and ask all your burning questions with a scholar who has dedicated their entire career to the study of Ancient Egypt.
5. Visit the ruins of the Monastery of St. Simeon. Dedicated to a 4th century local saint by the name of Anba Hedra, at its peak, the monastery was once home to over 300 monks and 100 pilgrims before, unfortunately, being destroyed in the 12th century. Your Egyptian exploration continues with a boat ride to Agilkia Island to see the sacred Temple of Isis at Philae, one of the last of the ancient temples constructed in the "classic" Egyptian style.
6. Next morning flight brings you to the Nubian village of Abu Simbel for a locally guided visit to its massive temples cut into a solid rock cliff and created during the reign of Ramesses II in the 1200s BC. The Great Temple stands 98 feet high with four seated colossi flanking the entrance and smaller statues depicting Ramessess' conquered enemies lining up below. The smaller temple, some 40 feet high, is adorned by four colossi depicting Ramesses and two of his queen Nefertari at a height of 32 feet.
7. Get lost in Cairo! On the right bank of the Nile River, explore the sites of historic Old Coptic Cairo, dating to the 6th century BC, including places associated with the Holy Family – Joseph, Mary, and baby Jesus. A guided tour includes Roman ruins, ancient Coptic churches, and mosques, with visits to The Hanging Church and St. Sergius Church. After exploring Coptic Cairo, drive to the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar and enjoy lunch at Naguib Mahfouz Restaurant, named after Egypt's most celebrated writer. Spend time wandering the market's lanes filled with textiles, jewelry, spices, and souvenirs.
Trip details:
Date: January- April, and September- December 2026, 2027
Duration: 10 days
Package price: starting at $12,900 per person
What‘s included:
Airport transfers upon arrival and departure
On-Tour Air Included (3 flights)
Private charter flight to Abu Simbel
4-night Nile River cruise aboard Oberoi Philae or Oberoi Zahra with included shore excursions to Egypt's must-see sights
24 meals
Gratuities to local guides, service charges, admission fees, taxes and porterage
A boat ride to Agilkia Island to see the Temple of Isis at Philae
Visit to the Temple of Horus at Edfu
An after-hours private visit to the Valley of the Kings and King Tutankhamun's tomb
Guided exploration of the Great Pyramids of Giza, including the Sphinx
A beautifully curated 10-day exploration
Imagine sailing the legendary Nile River aboard a luxury riverboat, waking up to panoramic river views each morning, and visiting extraordinary ancient wonders – all with expert guides and seamless logistics handled for you.
From private visits to historic tombs and sunsets on a traditional felucca to immersive local experiences and elegant accommodations, this is travel that educates, inspires, and stays with you forever.
If your heart’s set on epic history, timeless culture, and effortless luxury, let’s talk about Trabeona Travels making this dream journey your next adventure!