Treasures of Egypt

Cairo

Trace the story of ancient Egypt through the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, where highlights include the fascinating Mummies Room—a rare opportunity to come face-to-face with ancient royalty.

Next, we’ll be among the first to experience the spectacular Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the world’s largest museum dedicated to a single civilization. Here, the complete treasures of King Tutankhamun will be displayed together for the very first time, alongside masterpieces like the colossal statue of Ramses II.

After this immersive journey through antiquity, we’ll return to the hotel with the evening at leisure.

Four Seasons Nile Plaza – Nile View Room

Cairo

Journey to Saqqara, home to the Step Pyramid of King Zoser—the first pyramid ever built and the world’s oldest freestanding stone structure.

After lunch at the 9 Pyramids Lounge, stand in awe before the Great Pyramids of Giza —the last surviving wonder of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the enigmatic Sphinx. These ancient wonders still defy time and imagination.

The evening is yours to enjoy at leisure back at the hotel.

Four Seasons Nile Plaza – Nile View Room

Cairo to Luxor

Wander the narrow lanes of Old and Coptic Cairo, where ancient churches and the historic Fortress of Babylon reveal Egypt’s deep Christian heritage, including the Church of St. Sergius, said to be built on the site where the Holy Family once found refuge.

Later, we’ll fly south to Luxor—the ancient city of Thebes—and visit the magnificent Temple of Luxor, dedicated to Amun-Ra. As evening falls, the temple glows under soft lights, its Avenue of Sphinxes creating a magical introduction to Upper Egypt.

Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa – Partial Nile View Room

All Aboard the Sunboat III

Step aboard our private charter of the Sanctuary Sun Boat III, welcomed with a lively Zaffa of drums and flutes. After settling into your elegant cabin, relax on the sundeck and watch the Nile drift by.

In the afternoon, we’ll explore the awe-inspiring Temple of Karnak, a sprawling complex dedicated to Amun and expanded over a period of two millennia.

Back on board, enjoy afternoon tea, followed by cocktails and canapés with complimentary Egyptian wine and local beer. Tonight, gather with fellow travelers for a gourmet Welcome Dinner as we begin our journey along the Nile.

Sanctuary Sun Boat III – Private Charter

Luxor West Bank

Beneath the golden sands of Luxor’s West Bank lies a treasure trove of tombs and temples, where discoveries are still being made. In the legendary Valley of the Kings, pharaohs were laid to rest with treasures for the afterlife—many tombs so exquisitely preserved they look untouched by time.

We’ll also visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, built for Egypt’s female pharaoh. The colossal statues of Memnon stand watch as they have for millennia.

Adventurous travelers may opt for a hot air balloon ride over this ancient necropolis—a breathtaking view of temples, tombs, and the desert.

Back aboard the Sun Boat III, enjoy lunch as we sail toward Esna, followed by afternoon tea. Tonight, relax with dinner and a movie night under the stars.

Sanctuary Sun Boat III – Private Charter

Edfu / Kom Ombo

Glide along the Nile to the Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon god Horus and famed as one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo, where a rare dual temple honors both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Back on board, learn the flavors of Egyptian cuisine in a hands-on cooking class. Tonight, join the joyful Egyptian Night celebration—dress in traditional galabeyyas, dance to lively music, and feast on a buffet of local specialties in one of the most unforgettable evenings of your journey.

Sanctuary Sun Boat III – Private Charter

Aswan & Abu Simbel

Take a flight to the magnificent Abu Simbel, where four colossal statues of Ramses II rise from the cliffs above Lake Nasser. Standing before this masterpiece, it’s easy to feel the power and ambition of a pharaoh who sought to leave an eternal mark.

Back in Aswan, enjoy lunch on board before drifting along the Nile on a traditional felucca, sailing past Elephantine Island, Lord Kitchener’s lush Botanical Gardens, and the Agha Khan Mausoleum. Later, sip afternoon tea on deck while an Oud trio sets the mood with timeless melodies.

The evening brings our grand finale: a Farewell Gala Dinner with white-gloved service, gourmet cuisine, and dazzling performances by whirling Dervishes and a graceful belly dancer—a magical send-off to our journey along the Nile.

Sanctuary Sun Boat III – Private Charter

Aswan / Cairo

Bid farewell to the Sun Boat III as we disembark in Aswan for one last morning of discovery. A short motorboat ride carries us to the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully set on Agilika Island. We’ll also visit the immense Unfinished Obelisk, an ambitious project left incomplete in the granite quarries.

Afterward, fly back to Cairo, where the evening is yours to relax and reflect on the journey.

Waldorf Astoria Cairo – Deluxe Room

Cairo / Departure

Your Egyptian adventure may be ending, but it doesn’t have to stop here. Continue with us on a 4-night/5-day extension to Jordan (January 25–29, 2027)—from the rose-red city of Petra to the starlit desert skies of Wadi Rum, and finally to the soothing waters of the Dead Sea. Contact us for details.

If you’re not joining the extension, this is your departure day. May the spirit of this ancient land travel home with you, inspiring a lifelong passion for discovery and a yearning to return. Safe travels—and until our next adventure together.