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Pharaohs & Pyramids 2022

13 days from $12,495 per person

Limited to 34 guests

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Cruise for seven nights along the Nile on an A&K-exclusive charter of ‘Sanctuary Sun Boat IIl,’ delving deeply into the majesty of ancient Egypt at a leisurely pace, following a comprehensive itinerary that features sites never before offered on an A&K journey as well as special private openings, the convenience of privately chartered air and a stay at a top luxury hotel.

A&K Advantages

  • Embark on a leisurely seven-night river cruise aboard the exclusively chartered ‘Sanctuary Sun Boat III’ visiting less-frequented museums, tombs and temples
  • Fly between destinations aboard aircraft chartered exclusively for A&K guests
  • Venture inside one of the pyramids and go riding camelback on the Giza Plateau
  • Get up close to the massive paws of the enigmatic Great Sphinx on a special private visit
  • Rise early for a stunning balloon trip over the Nile, viewing the marvelous Temples of Luxor just as the sun rises
  • Descend into the tomb of King Tut and visit famed archaeologist Howard Carter’s home, exactly 100 years after the tomb was discovered
  • Visit the Nubian Museum in Aswan, dedicated to the history of Nubia, one of the earliest civilizations of ancient Africa
  • Be among the first visitors to the newly excavated Wahtye Tomb at Sakkara, discovered only recently after 4,400 years, during a private opening specially arranged by A&K

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1
Arrive Cairo, Egypt
Day 2
Cairo | Inside the Great Pyramid at Giza
Day 3
Cairo | Immersed in Antiquities
Day 4
Luxor | Two of Egypt’s Finest Temples
Day 5
Cruising the Nile | The Discovery of Tutankhamun
Day 6
Cruising the Nile | Egypt’s Grandeur by Hot Air Balloon
Day 7
Cruising the Nile | Remnants of Greece and Rome
DAY 8
Cruising the Nile | Dine Like a Pharaoh
Day 9
Aswan | Island Temple of Isis
Day 10
Abu Simbel | Massive Tribute to Ramses II
Day 11
Cairo | Exploring a City’s Islamic Heritage
Day 12
Cairo | Private Opening of Wahtye’s Tomb
Day 13
Depart Cairo

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Customize This Journey

If you would like to customize this itinerary and create a Tailor Made Journey just for you and your companions, click here to inquire, or speak to your travel professional.

A&K Travel and COVID-19

Proof of COVID-19 full vaccination is required for this program. See our Frequently Asked Questions.

Book With Confidence

Read more about our flexible booking policy.

Customize This Journey

If you would like to customize this itinerary and create a Tailor Made Journey just for you and your companions, click here to inquire, or speak to your travel professional.

A&K Travel and COVID-19

Proof of COVID-19 full vaccination is required for this program. See our Frequently Asked Questions.

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