Egypt & The Nile – Mr. Ian K. Gorrie, Mrs. Diane Gorrie & Ms. Kathryn M. Kerrisk (Feb 8–23, 2026)

Day 1 – 8th Feb: Arrival in Cairo
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will assist you through customs and transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax and enjoy your first evening in Egypt.
Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2 – 9th Feb: Giza Pyramids & Sakkara
Discover the Great Pyramids of Giza, the last surviving Wonder of the Ancient World. Visit the Pyramid of Cheops, the slightly smaller pyramids of Chephren and Mykerinus, and stand before the iconic Sphinx, guardian of the plateau for over 4,500 years.

Continue to Saqqara, the ancient necropolis of Memphis, where you'll see the Step Pyramid of King Djoser, the world's first stone monument designed by the legendary Imhotep. Explore beautifully decorated nobles' tombs with wall scenes of agriculture, music, and everyday life.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3 – 10th Feb: Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Khan El Khalili
Tour the Egyptian Museum, housing more than 120,000 treasures including jewelry, statues, and the golden mask of Tutankhamun.

Next, visit the Citadel of Salah El Din, the medieval fortress that once protected Cairo, and admire the impressive Mosque of Muhammad Ali, also called the Alabaster Mosque.

End the day in the bustling Khan El Khalili Bazaar, Cairo's oldest market, where you can browse for spices, lamps, and local handicrafts.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4 – 11th Feb: Flight to Luxor
Fly to Luxor, home to one-third of the world's ancient monuments. Transfer to your boutique hotel on the tranquil West Bank, surrounded by palm groves and farmland.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 – 12th Feb: Free Day in Luxor
Spend the day at leisure at Al Moudira Hotel, a palace-style property filled with courtyards and gardens. Relax by the pool or take a short walk to nearby villages.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 – 13th Feb: Embarkation & East Bank of Luxor
Board the MS Sun Boat IV, a boutique Nile cruiser blending elegance with modern comfort.

In the afternoon, visit the spectacular Karnak Temple Complex, dedicated to Amun-Ra. Explore the grand Hypostyle Hall, where 134 giant columns soar skyward, and the Sacred Lake where rituals once took place.

Continue to Luxor Temple, beautifully lit at night. Built by Amenhotep III and later expanded by Ramses II, this temple was the setting for ancient festivals and processions.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 – 14th Feb: West Bank of Luxor
Optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor's temples and the Nile.

Visit the Valley of the Kings, where over 60 pharaohs were buried. Enter richly painted tombs, with an option to see Tutankhamun's tomb.

Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural marvel carved into limestone cliffs. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two 18-meter statues of Amenhotep III that have stood for over 3,400 years.

Return to the Sun Boat and begin sailing south toward Edfu, enjoying the peaceful Nile scenery.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 – 15th Feb: Edfu & Kom Ombo
Ride by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, the most complete temple in Egypt, with towering pylons and inscriptions recounting the battle between Horus and Seth.

Sail to Kom Ombo, where you'll find a unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the Elder. Visit the nearby Crocodile Museum with mummified crocodiles once worshipped by locals.

In the evening, enjoy a barbecue dinner under the stars on the Nile's banks.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9 – 16th Feb: Aswan Highlights
Arrive in Aswan, Egypt's southern jewel. Visit the Unfinished Obelisk, which would have been the largest ever carved had it been completed.

Continue to the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis and relocated to its island home to save it from Nile flooding. Later, sail on a traditional felucca around Aswan's islands, including lush Kitchener's Island Botanical Gardens.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10 – 17th Feb: Disembarkation & Abu Simbel (Optional)
Disembark in Aswan. Optional excursion to Abu Simbel, the colossal temples of Ramses II and Nefertari, relocated by UNESCO to save them from Lake Nasser's waters.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 11 – 18th Feb: Free Day in Aswan
Enjoy a leisure day in Aswan. Relax at the hotel, shop in the lively souks, or visit a Nubian village to experience the traditions of one of Egypt's oldest cultures.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 12 – 19th Feb: Flight Back to Cairo
Fly back to Cairo. Afternoon free for independent exploration or relaxation.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 13 – 20th Feb: Grand Egyptian Museum
Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), a world-class complex housing 100,000+ artifacts, including the full Tutankhamun collection and massive statues of Ramses II.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 14 – 21st Feb: Second Visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)

Start your day with an early morning visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Your tour will begin with pickup from your hotel, followed by a guided exploration of the museum’s remarkable galleries and iconic collections.

After the tour, you’ll return to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast
Cost: USD 120 per person per trip, including entrance fees but excluding lunch.

Day 15 – 22nd Feb: Free Day in Cairo
Another day free to enjoy Cairo at your own pace. Optional tours and activities can be arranged on request.
Meals: Breakfast

Day 16 – 23rd Feb: Departure
Breakfast, then transfer to Cairo Airport for your international departure.
Meals: Breakfast

Tour Price (Private Tour – February 8–23, 2026)

2 persons sharing a double room:
USD 7,999 per person × 2 = USD 15,998
Add: USD 712 (2 nights at USD 356 per night for Diane & Ian Gorrie)
Subtotal: USD 16,710

1 person in a single room:
USD 12,700
Add: USD 662 (2 nights at USD 331 per night for Kathryn M. Kerrisk)
Subtotal: USD 13,362

Accommodation Details (1 Double Room + 1 Single Room/Cabin):

Cairo (First Stay): Marriott Mena House Deluxe Garden View Room