Splendors of Egypt
Experience Egypt's Nile from Cairo to Aswan
This luxury adventure in Egypt uncovers the iconic riches at Cairo, Luxor, and the Great Temple at Abu Simbel and includes a five-night luxury cruise aboard one of the Nile's most elegant dahabeyas. From this sensationally appointed home on the Nile, with its exquisite meals and top-notch service, sail from one riverside town to another, admiring ancient wonders and gaining exclusive insights from your top Egyptologist guide.
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What to Expect
Delve into the history and heart of an ever-evolving land on a small group trip that is thoughtfully paced for moments of relaxation and reflection. In the company of your small group—and led by an expert Egyptologist—experience special-access tomb visits, accommodation aboard one of the Nile's most elegant dahabeyas, and hands-on experiences designed to deeply connect you with Egypt's culture.
Trip Highlights
- Egyptian antiquities revealed by a top-notch certified Egyptologist
- Five-night Nile Cruise on a luxurious, privately-chartered dahabeya wooden sailboat
- Exclusive access visits to key tombs, including the Tomb of Seti and Tomb of Amunherkhepshef
- Explore the treasure-rich corridors of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
Upcoming Departures
- February 4 – February 16, 2026
- March 25 – April 6, 2026
- October 7 – October 19, 2026
- November 4 – November 16, 2026
- December 2 – December 14, 2026Exclusive Travel Tuesday Offer
Trip Pricing
- Group Trip: From $14,850
Travel Tuesday: $1,000 savings per person on December 2–14, 2026 departure
Based on double occupancy
Inclusions
- All handpicked accommodations, ground transportation, and airport transfers
- All guided sightseeing, events, and experiences
- Premier Egyptologist Trip Leader and top-tier local guides
- Most meals
- All gratuities, excluding Egyptologist
- Emergency evacuation services and secondary medical expense insurance
- Dedicated support from GeoEx’s travel experts and in-house air reservations team
Your Route Through Egypt
Journey at a Glance
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Day 1 – 3Uncovering Cairo's Treasures
Get acquainted with Islamic and Pharaonic Cairo. Discover the GEM's ancient riches, including the new King Tutunkhamun Gallery, and the exceptional hieroglyphics of the Saqqara complex.
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Day 4 – 5Discover Luxor & Begin Nile Cruise
Visit Luxor's namesake temple and museum, admiring an impressive collection of tomb artifacts, jewelry, and statuary. Be welcomed aboard your private and luxurious dahabeya.
Meet Your Guide
Khaled Lotfy
Khaled has been working as a guide and Egyptologist for over 20 years. An organized and excellent communicator, one of his favorite aspects of guiding is bringing ancient Egypt back to life for guests in a simple, narrative way.
Tarek Tawkif
Active in the travel industry for more than twenty-five years, Tarek has a gift for bringing the mythology and motifs of ancient Egypt to life. With his warm nature and multilingual expertise, he is a superb ambassador for the many treasures of his homeland.
I'm big into boats, and this was one of the best boat experiences you could ever hope to have. The crew was wonderful, the food was amazing, and we even had a pastry chef! It was an incredible way to travel.
