Pharaohs in Private: Nile & Abu Simbel

Tour Highlights

• Insider access paired with five-star comfort along the Nile
• Private Egyptologist brings ancient stories to life
• Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise — Egypt's most luxurious vessel
• Abu Simbel at sunrise — Ramses II's colossal temples
• Step inside the Pyramid of Unas and read the earliest Pyramid Texts
• Explore the Tomb of Mereruca with vivid daily-life carvings
• Mediterranean Alexandria — catacombs, Bibliotheca, Corniche
• El Alamein WWII museum for history enthusiasts

1. Day 1

   Arrival in Cairo

   VIP meet and assist at Cairo International Airport, fast-tracked formalities, and a private transfer to the Four Seasons Cairo at The First Residence Settle into your Nile-view room, refresh at the spa, or unwind by the pool as the city glows beyond the river Evening at leisure with optional chef-hosted welcome tasting in the hotel

   Four Seasons Cairo at The First Residence
2. Day 2

   Islamic Cairo and the Museum Quarter

   Begin in historic lanes around Ibn Tulun Mosque and the soaring courtyards of Sultan Hassan Mosque, a masterpiece of Mamluk architecture Drift through the artisans’ alleys of Khan el-Khalili, where metalsmiths, perfumers, and gold merchants trade beneath carved mashrabiyas Afternoon curated visit at the museum district, with time for marquee treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum as available, guided by your private Egyptologist Sunset cocktail sail on the Nile and return to the Four Seasons Cairo at The First Residence

   Four Seasons Cairo at The First ResidenceBreakfast · Lunch
3. Day 3

   Giza and Saqqara in Depth

   Stand before the icons of Giza Plateau at the Great Pyramid of Cheops, the Pyramid of Khafre, the Pyramid of Menkaure, and the timeless Great Sphinx Continue south to Saqqara, epicenter of Old Kingdom innovation, and step inside the Step Pyramid of Djoser Enter the Pyramid of Unas to read the earliest Pyramid Texts, then explore the expansive Tomb of Mereruca with vivid scenes of daily life carved in relief Return to the Four Seasons Cairo at The First Residence for an evening at leisure or a table at one of Cairo’s top contemporary Egyptian restaurants

   Four Seasons Cairo at The First ResidenceBreakfast · Lunch
4. Day 4

   Fly to Luxor and Board Your Nile Home

   Morning flight to Luxor, gateway to the world’s greatest open-air museum Walk the forest of columns in the Karnak Temple Complex, then trace royal processions along the sphinx-lined way to Luxor Temple Embark the Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise, settle into your balcony suite, and toast the voyage at a refined captain’s reception as the sun sinks over the West Bank

   Oberoi Zahra Nile CruiseBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
5. Day 5

   Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut

   Cross to the Theban necropolis for a morning among royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, including the Tomb of Tutankhamun and the celestial ceilings of the Tomb of Ramses VI Climb the terraces of Deir el-Bahri to the elegant Temple of Hatshepsut, the legacy of Egypt’s trailblazing queen Sail onward as palm groves and river life drift by from the deck of the Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise

   Oberoi Zahra Nile CruiseBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
6. Day 6

   Edfu and Kom Ombo

   Arrive by charming horse carriage at the Temple of Horus at Edfu, among the best preserved sanctuaries in Egypt Glide to Kom Ombo, a rare twin temple honoring Sobek and Horus the Elder, then view sacred relics at the Crocodile Museum Gourmet dinner and stargazing on the Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise

   Oberoi Zahra Nile CruiseBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
7. Day 7

   Abu Simbel and Aswan at Sunset

   Pre-dawn flight or convoy to the rock-hewn majesty of Abu Simbel Temples, where colossal statues of Ramses II greet the morning light Return to Aswan and wander the granite shores and ancient shrines of Elephantine Island, linked to the ram-headed god Khnum Sail a traditional felucca across golden water at sunset and rejoin the Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise

   Oberoi Zahra Nile CruiseBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
8. Day 8

   Nubian Heritage and Spa Slow-Time

   Explore the galleries of the Nubian Museum, a luminous archive of a resilient river culture Savor the fragrances of saffron and hibiscus in Aswan’s Spice Market, then retreat to a soothing Hammam ritual arranged through your cruise concierge Evening tasting menu on board the Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise

   Oberoi Zahra Nile CruiseBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
9. Day 9

   Disembark to Luxor and Curated Collections

   Disembark in Luxor and admire sculptural masterworks and royal finds at the Luxor Museum Return to Karnak for a specialist-led look at lesser-seen chapels and reliefs, tailored to your interests Farewell dinner along the river before a restful night in Luxor or aboard if scheduling continues overnight

   Luxor HotelBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
10. Day 10

    Mediterranean Alexandria

    Fly or transfer to Alexandria, the city of Alexander the Great, where the sea meets antiquity Descend the spiral passageways of the Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa, a mesmerizing fusion of Egyptian and Greco-Roman motifs Pause at the modern marvel of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a cultural lighthouse for the region, then stroll the Cornicheat twilight

    Alexandria HotelBreakfast · Lunch
11. Day 11

    Columns and Campaigns

    Stand beneath Pompey’s Pillar, a solitary granite giant echoing the grandeur of Roman Alexandria Venture to El Alamein for the El Alamein War Museum, reflecting on pivotal WWII battles and the stories of those who served Return to Alexandria for a chef’s tasting of Mediterranean seafood with harbor views

    Alexandria HotelBreakfast · Lunch
12. Day 12

    Departure

    Private transfer to Cairo International Airport or onward arrangements per your preference Carry Egypt home in memory, from the hush of ancient chambers to the shimmer of the Nile at dusk

    What’s Included — Your Private Luxury Assurances

    Meet and assist on arrival and departure at all airports for smooth, expedited formalities. Private luxury vehicles with professional drivers for all transfers and touring. Domestic flights as per itinerary, planned for comfort and time-saving convenience Handpicked five-star stays including the Four Seasons Cairo Nile Plaza Nile view. Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise. Private touring with certified Egyptologist guides, curated to your interests and pace Entrance fees for all listed sites. Signature experiences such as a private felucca sail in Aswan and a traditional Hammam session arranged to your comfort level. Entry to the great pyramid, the tomb of king Tut ankh Amoun, tomb of King Ramses IV, and king Seti first tomb. Bottled water and light refreshments during touring.

    What’s Not Included — So There Are No Surprises

    International airfare to and from Cairo Entry visa fees for Egypt, with assistance available on request Comprehensive travel insurance, strongly recommended for peace of mind Optional experiences and upgrades such as hot-air ballooning over Luxor, skydiving at Giza, or additional private openings not specified Personal expenditures including laundry, telephone calls, spa treatments beyond those listed, and incidentals Customary gratuities for guides, drivers, hotel, and cruise staff, left to your discretion

    - Nile Horizon – from USD 5,250 per person Stay at a boutique five-star in Cairo such as the Kempinski Nile Hotel, sail aboard a premium Nile cruise, and enjoy all private guiding and inclusions.
    - Pharaoh’s Choice – from USD 6,450 per person Stay at a five-star deluxe property in Cairo such as the Sofitel El Gezirah, sail aboard a luxury Nile cruise of comparable standard, and explore with your private Egyptologist.
    - Royal Legacy – from USD 7,950 per person Stay at the Four Seasons Cairo at Nile Plaza, sail on the Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise in a luxury suite, and enjoy all experiences with your private Egyptologist.

    Seasonal supplements apply during Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays. 💡 Special Summer Value: From May 1st to September 30th, prices are generally lower — offering exceptional value for private luxury travel.

    Breakfast