Ancient Wonders of the Nile - Small Group

• Day 1 - Arrive in Cairo:
  Arrive in Cairo, a city of more than 20 million people, home to the Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Transfer from the airport to your hotel and take time to settle in after the flight. This evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow small group travellers over a welcome drink and small bites, a relaxed start before tomorrow’s sightseeing.
• Day 2 - Fly to Luxor and Board your Dahabiyya:
  Take an early morning flight to Luxor, then visit the Valley of the Kings with an Egyptologist. Continue to the Colossi of Memnon, the twin statues that once marked the entrance to the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III, before exploring the vast Karnak Temple complex with its halls, pylons and obelisks. In the afternoon, you’ll board your dahabiyya, a smaller traditional Nile boat, to settle into your cabin and have lunch on board, before your first evening on the river.
• Day 3 - Cruise the Nile to Edfu Temple:
  Enjoy a Relaxed Start on your dahabiyya as it sails along the Nile towards Edfu. On arrival, you’ll go ashore to visit the Temple of Edfu, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples dedicated to the falcon god Horus. Back on board, spend the afternoon on deck with your small group, reading, playing cards or simply looking out at the river as the boat continues its journey. This evening, you’ll travel by boat to Al Ramady, a private Nile island.
• Day 4 - Gabal El Silsila and Kom Ombo Temple:
  Cruise along the Nile this morning on your dahabiyya, passing riverbank villages and palm groves on the way to Gabal El Silsila Temple. Here, you’ll go ashore to visit a small riverside sanctuary set below sandstone cliffs, linked to the area’s ancient quarries. You’ll then continue by boat to Kom Ombo to explore its double temple, dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder, and visit the small crocodile museum. In the evening, you’ll return to your dahabiyya for dinner and another night on board with your small group.
• Day 5 - History and Culture in Aswan:
  Travel by boat to visit Philae Temple, relocated to its island site after the construction of the Aswan High Dam and dedicated to the goddess Isis. Afterwards, explore a local bazaar, with time to browse stalls selling spices, textiles and simple handcrafted souvenirs. Spend your afternoon your way, with Insight Choice. Enjoy an Egyptian cooking demonstration on board, seeing how classic dishes are prepared. Or sit down to tea with your captain to hear more about daily life on the river and working on a dahabiyya.
• Day 6 - Aswan:
  If you wish, you could join an Optional Experience to Abu Simbel to see the rock temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari on the shores of Lake Nasser. Later, visit the Aswan Women’s Cooperative for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, meeting female artisans at a local weaving school who are preserving traditional techniques. Afterwards, join a local sailor for a felucca ride on the Nile before returning on board for a Gallabiyah party, an evening where you can wear a traditional Egyptian robe with music and simple entertainment hosted by the crew.
• Day 7 - Cosmopolitan and Cultural Cairo:
  Disembark your dahabiyya this morning and fly to Cairo. Visit the Saladin Citadel, including the Ottoman-style Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali with its prominent domes and courtyard. Continue to Coptic Cairo to see the Hanging Church, built above the old Roman gatehouse. This evening is free to explore Cairo at your own pace – perhaps visit Khan el-Khalili bazaar, find a cafe in Downtown Cairo or book a local restaurant for dinner. Alternatively, you can choose from Optional Experiences, including the Giza Sound and Light Show at the pyramids or a Nile cruise with dinner and entertainment.
• Day 8 - The Pyramids of Giza:
  Travel to the Giza Plateau to see the three Great Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure and view the Sphinx at close range. Explore inside one of the pyramids to see its internal passageways and burial chamber. Later, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum to explore galleries of colossal statues, painted coffins and objects from the tomb of Tutankhamun, including jewellery and ritual items. In the evening, join your small group and your Travel Director for dinner in Cairo to bring your journey through Egypt to a close.
• Day 9 - Farewell Cairo:
  Say goodbye to your small group and your Travel Director this morning as your Egyptian journey comes to an end. A transfer will take you from the hotel to Cairo International Airport for your onward flight.

• 10 Jan 2027 - 18 Jan 2027
  from $6,564.10 pp twin share *
• 24 Jan 2027 - 01 Feb 2027
  from $6,564.10 pp twin share *
• 07 Feb 2027 - 15 Feb 2027
  from $6,564.10 pp twin share *
• 21 Feb 2027 - 01 Mar 2027
  from $6,564.10 pp twin share *
• 07 Mar 2027 - 15 Mar 2027
  from $6,564.10 pp twin share *
• 21 Mar 2027 - 29 Mar 2027
  from $6,654.10 pp twin share *
• 04 Apr 2027 - 12 Apr 2027
  from $7,150 pp twin share *
• 18 Apr 2027 - 26 Apr 2027
  from $7,150 pp twin share *
• 02 May 2027 - 10 May 2027
  from $6,995 pp twin share *
• 16 May 2027 - 24 May 2027
  from $6,995 pp twin share *
• 30 May 2027 - 07 Jun 2027
  from $6,425 pp twin share *
• 13 Jun 2027 - 21 Jun 2027
  from $6,395 pp twin share *
• 27 Jun 2027 - 05 Jul 2027
  from $6,425 pp twin share *
• 05 Sep 2027 - 13 Sep 2027
  from $6,975 pp twin share *
• 19 Sep 2027 - 27 Sep 2027
  from $6,975 pp twin share *
• 03 Oct 2027 - 11 Oct 2027
  from $7,350 pp twin share *
• 17 Oct 2027 - 25 Oct 2027
  from $7,350 pp twin share *
• 31 Oct 2027 - 08 Nov 2027
  from $7,395 pp twin share *
• 14 Nov 2027 - 22 Nov 2027
  from $7,675 pp twin share *
• 28 Nov 2027 - 06 Dec 2027
  from $7,675 pp twin share *
• 12 Dec 2027 - 20 Dec 2027
  from $7,675 pp twin share *
• 26 Dec 2027 - 03 Jan 2028
  from $9,125 pp twin share *
• 09 Jan 2028 - 17 Jan 2028
  from $7,750 pp twin share *
• 23 Jan 2028 - 31 Jan 2028
  from $7,750 pp twin share *
• 06 Feb 2028 - 14 Feb 2028
  from $7,750 pp twin share *
• 20 Feb 2028 - 28 Feb 2028
  from $7,750 pp twin share *
• 05 Mar 2028 - 13 Mar 2028
  from $7,750 pp twin share *
• 19 Mar 2028 - 27 Mar 2028
  from $7,750 pp twin share *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

• Cairo Marriott & Omar Khayyam Casino
• Dahabiyya Princess Judi sailboat

How long is this journey?

This itinerary runs for 9 days and 8 nights.

When can I travel?

Departures are currently scheduled between 10 Jan 2027 and 27 Mar 2028, subject to live availability.

Are there different departure options?

Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.

Are discounts available?

Seasonal or loyalty discounts may be available on selected departures at the time of enquiry.

What is generally included?

Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.