10 DAYS EPIC EGYPTIAN ODYSSEY

Transfer from Airport to Hotel
Upon arrival in Cairo, we discover the surprising Coptic Cairo heritage including the Hanging Church built into the walls of the water gate, and Abu Serga where the Holy Family was rested after fleeing Israel.

Transfer to the hotel for a relaxing evening.

Inside the Egyptian Wonders
The only surviving and oldest of the 7 wonders of the ancient world – the Pyramid of Giza, a site not to be missed! We will have the opportunity to have a private sunrise visit to appreciate the beauty of the three pyramids and the Great Sphinx of Giza without crowd.

Head to the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza, the world’s largest archaeological museum, grand opening in Nov 2025, we will have the opportunity to appreciate over 100,000 artifacts from ancient Egyptian civilization, including the complete Tutankhamun collection, and many pieces will be on display for the first time.

Flight transfer to Luxor
This morning, transfer to the airport for a flight to Luxor

Luxor West Bank
The west bank of Luxor unveils one of the ancient world’s most extraordinary landscapes. Begin with the towering Colossi of Memnon, ascend to the breathtaking Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and culminate at the legendary Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of Tutankhamun, Seti I and Ramesses VI lie in silent splendour beneath the desert cliffs.

Luxor East Bank
The morning is devoted to the east bank’s crown jewel, the Karnak Temple – one of the largest religious complexes ever built, where towering pylons, sacred lakes and a forest of colonnaded halls speak to centuries of pharaonic devotion and ambition.

The journey continues at the Luxor Museum, an intimate yet remarkable collection that brings ancient Thebes to life through masterpieces of pharaonic art and fascinating everyday objects unearthed from the surrounding region.

As noon arrives, Historia casts off and begins her graceful passage south towards Esna. The afternoon unfolds at the rhythm of the river – visit the wheelhouse to see the Nile from the captain’s perspective, linger over afternoon tea on deck, and let the unhurried beauty of the journey become the destination itself. 

Cruising in Nile River
The Nile carries Historia southward through the morning as you enjoy a leisurely breakfast. Step ashore at Edfu to explore its magnificent temple dedicated to the falcon god Horus – one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt, its soaring pylons and intricately carved sanctuaries a vivid window into pharaonic worship.

Back on board, sail past the dramatic Silsila Hills, where ancient quarry faces rise directly from the riverbank. The afternoon brings the enchanting Temple of Kom Ombo, uniquely dedicated to twin gods Sobek and Haroeris. The evening concludes with a festive themed dinner on board.

Explore Egypt’s Hidden Gem
Another “wow” experience awaits today. Take an excursion by flight from Aswan to Abu Simbel. The colossus statues of Ramses II and Nefatari set by the lake is indeed a sight to behold. This is also perhaps UNESCO most amazing effort to save a monument.

After soaking in the grandeur, return by flight to Aswan. The evening is yours to savour aboard Historia one last time, as the Nile whispers a gentle farewell.

Highlight of Aswan
The morning opens with a visit to the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis and one of Egypt’s most romantically situated monuments. This sacred complex was entirely relocated to the island of Agilkia to save it from the rising waters of the Nile – a testament to the world’s determination to preserve its ancient heritage.

The journey continues at the Granite Quarries, where the raw power of ancient Egyptian ambition is laid bare – including a vast unfinished obelisk still embedded in the rock, abandoned millennia ago. The afternoon offers a gentler pace, drifting serenely around Kitchener’s Island aboard a traditional felucca, before checking in to your hotel in Aswan for the night.

Flight transfer back to Cairo
This morning, transfer to the airport and take a flight back to Cairo.

Ancient Faces & Living Streets
The afternoon begins at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC), home to one of the world’s most extraordinary collections – the Royal Mummies Hall, where the preserved remains of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs lie in hushed, reverent stillness, offering an encounter with antiquity that is both deeply moving and utterly unforgettable.

The day concludes in the vibrant heart of Islamic Cairo at Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, one of the Middle East’s oldest and most atmospheric markets. Lose yourself among its centuries-old labyrinth of spice merchants, goldsmiths and coffeehouse aromas that have enchanted travellers for generations. It is Cairo at its most vivid, colourful and irresistibly alive. 

Secrets of Saqqara Tomb
Few experiences in Egypt match the privilege of stepping where almost no one has stood for 4,500 years. At Saqqara, the ancient necropolis of Memphis, explore the monumental Step Pyramid of Djoser before entering the Tomb of Wahtye – sealed, silent and untouched since the Old Kingdom until its astonishing discovery in late 2018 – on an exclusive private visit reserved for our group alone, accompanied (subject to his availability) by Dr. Mostafa Waziri, who was part of the original discovery team.

The afternoon brings the legendary Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to one of the world’s most extensive collections of ancient artefacts, where over 170,000 treasures spanning thousands of years of pharaonic civilisation await your discovery.

Citadel, Mosque & Farewell
The final morning in Cairo is spent in the commanding heights of the Citadel of Salah el-Din, the great medieval fortress begun in 1176 to defend Cairo against the Crusaders and which served as the seat of Egyptian rule for nearly seven centuries. Within its walls stands the magnificent Mosque of Mohamed Ali, its Ottoman domes and slender minarets soaring above the Cairo skyline in one of the city’s most iconic silhouettes.

With memories richly gathered, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your homebound flight – carrying with you the timeless wonders of a truly extraordinary journey through Egypt.