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The Grand Nile & Pharaohs Chronicles**, tailored for Five S Travel. It is crafted using an elite, high-end hospitality tone to appeal to VIP travelers, including the precise layout, exclusions, final updated pricing table, and the official cancellation policy.
🏛️ The Grand Nile & Pharaohs Chronicles 🏛️
11 Days / 10 Nights — Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel & Dendera
Operated by: Five S Travel (Category A License No. 2055)
Included
- VIP Meet & Assist: Dedicated airport greeting and fast-track immigration handling at all domestic airports.
- Accommodations: 3 nights in Cairo at an elite 5-star hotel (Bed & Breakfast basis) and 7 nights on a premium 5-star Nile Cruise (Full Board: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
- Domestic Flights: Internal flight tickets (Cairo / Luxor / Cairo) with EgyptAir.
- Private VIP Transportation: All transfers and tours in private, late-model, luxury air-conditioned vehicles with professional chauffeurs.
- Expert Guiding: A highly qualified, licensed Egyptologist guiding you throughout the entire 11-day program.
- Sightseeing Tickets: Entrance fees to all historical sites and museums specified in the itinerary (including the Grand Egyptian Museum, Giza, Saqqara, Memphis, and all major Luxor/Aswan temples).
- Traditional Rides: Horse-carriage in Edfu, Philae motorboats, and private Felucca sailing in Aswan.
Excluded
- International Flights (To and from Egypt).
- Entry Visa to Egypt ($25 USD per person).
- Optional Excursions: Abu Simbel Day Tour (Day 8), Dendera & Abydos Day Tour (Day 10), or Sunrise Hot Air Balloon in Luxor.
- Gratuities (Tips for cruise crew, drivers, and guides).
- Personal expenses, laundry, and drinks outside standard cruise buffet meals.
- Private Tour Pricing (Bespoke VIP Structure)
Itinerary
Welcome to Egypt: Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, your dedicated Five S Travel airport representative will greet you before immigration, assisting with your VIP fast-track entry visa and luggage retrieval.
Luxury Transfer: Transfer via a private, air-conditioned VIP vehicle to your luxury 5-star hotel.
Evening Tour: Step back in time with a magical night walk through **Al-Muizz Street**, the world's largest open-air museum of Islamic architecture. Continue to the vibrant alleyways of the legendary **Khan El-Khalili Bazaar** for a traditional welcome drink and a light dinner amidst the historic atmosphere.
Overnight in Cairo.
The Giza Plateau: After breakfast, embark with your expert Egyptologist to explore the Great Pyramids of Giza (Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure), the enigmatic **Great Sphinx**, and the Valley Temple.
Luxury Lunch: Enjoy a premium lunch at a curated restaurant with direct, panoramic views of the Pyramids.
The Afternoon: Visit the majestic Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) (or the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir, based on preference) to marvel at the unparalleled treasures of King Tutankhamun and thousands of ancient pharaonic masterpieces.
Overnight in Cairo.
The First Pyramid: Journey south to the Saqqara Necropolis to witness the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world's oldest monumental stone structure. Explore beautifully preserved nobles' tombs featuring vibrant, 4,000-year-old daily life reliefs.
The Ancient Capital: Proceed to Memphis, the very first unified capital of ancient Egypt. View the colossal fallen statue of Ramesses II and the exquisite Alabaster Sphinx.
Overnight in Cairo.
Fly to Luxor: Early morning transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor—perfectly timed to align with Upper Egypt’s premier cruise embarkations.
The East Bank: Upon landing in Luxor, your private vehicle takes you straight to the magnificent East Bank. Explore Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever constructed, followed by the striking Luxor Temple, famously known as the site of the Opet Festival.
Cruise Check-in: Embark on your Ultra-Luxury 5-star Nile Cruise. Enjoy a lavish buffet lunch on board and spend the afternoon relaxing on the Sun Deck as you settle into your floating sanctuary.
Overnight in Luxor.
The West Bank: Cross the Nile after breakfast to the mystical West Bank. Descend into 3 royal tombs hidden deep inside the Valley of the Kings. Continue to the breathtaking architectural marvel of the **Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut** (Deir El-Bahari) and make a photo stop at the towering Colossi of Memnon.
Sailing South: Return to the cruise for lunch as the ship begins its elegant journey south toward Esna. Gather on the top deck to watch the fascinating process of navigating through the Esna Lock.
Overnight on board while sailing.
Edfu Temple: Following breakfast, take a traditional horse-carriage ride from the riverbanks to the Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon god Horus and renowned as the most completely preserved temple in Egypt.
Sailing: Return to the ship for a leisurely lunch and afternoon tea while gliding past rural Egyptian villages along the Nile.
Kom Ombo Temple: In the late afternoon, arrive at Kom Ombo and walk directly from the ship to explore the unique Double Temple dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris the falcon god. Visit the adjacent Crocodile Mummy Museum before sailing into Aswan.
Overnight in Aswan.
Aswan Wonders: Discover the romantic Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully relocated to Agilkia Island. Afterward, visit the **Aswan High Dam**, a modern engineering miracle.
Nile Felucca Ride: After lunch on board, experience the ultimate Nile tranquility with a private ride on a traditional Felucca sailboat, gliding gracefully around Elephantine Island and the botanical reserves.
Overnight in Aswan.
Leisure or Adventure: Enjoy a relaxed morning exploring Aswan's vibrant local spice markets or enjoying cruise amenities.
Optional Excursion: Embark on an early morning private excursion (by air or private land transport) to the spectacular **Temples of Abu Simbel**. Gaze up at the colossal rock-cut statues of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari carved into the mountain. Return to the cruise by midday.
Overnight in Aswan.
Sailing North: Begin the beautiful reverse sailing journey back toward Luxor. This day is exclusively dedicated to pure relaxation, Fine Dining, and taking in the timeless, panoramic vistas of the Nile Valley.
Overnight on board while sailing.
Luxor Return: Arrive back in Luxor. Venture out to explore the stunning Medinet Habu (The Mortuary Temple of Ramesses III), famous for its deep-cut, brightly colored relief carvings. Next, visit Deir El-Medina (The Valley of the Artisans), the ancient village of the workers who built the pharaohs' tombs.
Elite Optional Upgrade: Alternatively, take a full-day private road excursion to the breathtaking Dendera Temple (Hathor Temple, featuring the famous astronomical ceiling) and the holy Abydos Temple of Seti I—representing the pinnacle of ancient Egyptian art.
Overnight in Luxor.
Departure: Disembark your cruise after breakfast. Transfer to Luxor Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo, connecting seamlessly to your international flight back home.
Booking & Cancellation Policy
Any cancellation must be informed in writing. The following cancellation charges will apply based on when the request is received:
45 days or more prior to arrival: 10% of the tour cost is charged.
44 to 15 days prior to arrival: 20% of the tour cost is charged.
14 to 7 days prior to arrival: 25% of the tour cost is charged.
6 days to 48 hours prior to arrival: 50% of the tour cost is charged.
Less than 48 hours or No-Show: No refund.
Important Note: For high peak seasons (including Christmas, New Year, Easter, and the 2027 Eclipse period), a separate tailored cancellation policy will apply to align with strict hotel and cruise non-refundable deposit regulations
