Join Earth Ancients host Cliff Dunning, renowned guide Mohamed Ibrahim and his powerful team of expert guides from Saba Tours on one of the most extraordinary journeys ever created in Egypt.
Travel across the land of the Pharaohs and explore Egypt from multiple perspectives—history, archaeology, symbolism, sacred traditions, and the mysteries surrounding the Lost Technologies of Ancient Egypt.
This carefully crafted adventure offers exclusive experiences, private visits, fascinating discussions, and unforgettable moments at some of Egypt’s most iconic and powerful ancient sites.
Led by Mohamed Ibrahim and his exceptional guiding team, you will gain unique insights that go far beyond the traditional tour experience, bringing ancient Egypt to life in ways few travelers ever experience.
This extraordinary journey is supported by Noha Mohamed and the Saba Tours team, dedicated to providing the highest level of service, seamless organization, and a truly unforgettable experience throughout your stay in Egypt.
✨ Explore the mysteries. ✨ Walk in the footsteps of the ancients. ✨ Discover Egypt beyond the history books.
Day 01Arrive to Cairo and drive to Holiday Inn Cairo hotelApr 25th 2027
Arrive to Cairo airport
Meet Saba Tours assistant (Saba’s assistant will hold a sign with the Saba logo, so he or she will welcome you and assist you with the visa and luggage.
Then escort you to Saba’s van for your transfer to the hotel and assist you with check-in.
Introductory meeting at 6:00PM
Welcome Dinner together.
Overnight at Holiday Inn hotel (D)
Day 02Giza Plateau & private visit to Sphinx Apr 26th 2027
Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 onward
Drive to Giza Plateau at 8:00 AM
Drive to Sphinx enclosure
Private Visit to Sphinx enclosure 10 – 11 AM
The Great Sphinx of Giza is one of the most iconic monuments in Egypt.
Visit Valley temple The Valley Temple of Khafre is located near the Great Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza. It was used for the mummification and purification rituals of the king before burial.
Visit Giza plateau Walk around the great pyramid to visit the ruins of the pyramid temple to see the basalt floor and the tool marks over the ancient advances machine.
Optional Camel ride ($20): Enjoy an optional camel ride for a truly authentic desert adventure.
Drive back to the hotel
Overnight at the hotel
Day 3Sakkara & DahshurApr 27th 2027
Breakfast at 6:30 AM onward
Drive to Sakkara at 8:00 AM
Visit Imhotep Museum
Visit Serapeum The Serapeum is an underground burial site in Saqqara, where the sacred Apis bulls were buried in massive granite sarcophagi. It dates to the New Kingdom and offers a mysterious and impressive look into ancient Egyptian religious practices.
Visit the Step Pyramid Complex
Lunch at an amazing local house
Drive to Dahshur
Dahshur is an ancient royal necropolis south of Cairo, known for its unique pyramids. It is home to the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, both built by King Snefru. These pyramids show the early evolution of pyramid construction in ancient Egypt.
Visit the Red Pyramid
Visit the Bent Pyramid
Drive back to the hotel
Overnight at the hotel
Day 04El Minya (Tuna Al Gabal)Apr 28th 2027
Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 AM
Luggage pick-up
Check-out from the hotel at 7:30 AM sharp
Drive to Al Minya (4 hours’ drive)
Lunch
Drive to Tuna el Gabal
Tuna el-Gebel
Home of the Serapeum, the tomb of Petosiris, and large animal catacombs.
Drive to the hotel & check-in
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 05Bani Hassan & Tell El AmarnaApr 29th 2027
Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 AM
Drive to Beni Hassan & Tell el Amarna
Beni Hassan Rock-cut Middle Kingdom tombs famous for scenes of daily life, sports, and military activities.
Tell el-Amarna The capital built by Akhenaten. Includes nobles’ tombs, the North Palace, and Aten temples.
Lunch
Drive to the hotel .
Overnight at the hotel for one night.
Day 06AbydosApr 30th 2027
Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 AM
Luggage pick-up
Check-out from the hotel at 7:00 AM sharp
Drive to Abydos (driving time: approx. 4 hours)
Visit Seti first temple
The Temple of Seti I in Abydos is one of the most remarkable monuments of ancient Egypt. Built by Pharaoh Seti I and completed by his son Ramses II, it is dedicated to several deities, including Osiris, the god of the afterlife. The temple is renowned for its exquisite reliefs and vibrant colours, which are among the best-preserved in Egypt. It also houses the famous “Abydos King List,” an invaluable record of Egypt’s royal lineage.
Lunch at delicious local house
Drive back to Luxor (driving time: about 4 hours)
Drive to the hotel & check-in.
Overnight at the hotel
Day 07West bank & Habu templeMay 1st 2027
Breakfast at 6:30 AM onward
Drive to the West Bank of Luxor at 8:00 AM
Visit Hatshepsut Temple, which is a stunning mortuary temple built for Queen Hatshepsut, one of the few female pharaohs of Egypt.
Visit The famouse Valley of the kings, The Valley of the Kings is one of the most famous archaeological sites in Egypt. It served as the royal burial ground for the pharaohs of the New Kingdom
Optional Visit the Alabaster Factory (an alabaster workshop is a great place to see how traditional Egyptian stone crafts are made. You’ll watch skilled artisans’ hand-carve beautiful vases, statues, and other items from natural alabaster. It’s also a nice spot to buy unique souvenirs).
Lunch
Drive to Habu temple
While many visitors focus on the Valley of the Kings, Medinet Habu is often considered one of Luxor’s hidden treasures. Its remarkably preserved colours and reliefs allow us to experience the temple
Drive back to the hotel .
Drive back to hotel
Overnight at the hotel
Day 08Dendera & Luxor local marketMay 2nd 2027
Breakfast at the hotel at 06:00 AM
Drive to Dendera at 7:15 AM (driving time: approx. 2 hours)
Visit Hathor temple
Hathor Temple is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. It is dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the goddess of love, beauty, and music. The temple features stunning astronomical ceilings, colourful reliefs, and the famous zodiac of Dendera.
Drive back to Luxor (driving time: approx. 2 hours)
Lunch .
Drive back to the hotel
Overnight at the hotel
Day 09Esna temple & Nile Cruise & Luxor TempleMar 3rd 2027
Breakfast at the hotel
Luggage pickup
Check-out from the hotel .
Private access to Esna Temple at 7:30 AM (1:30 hours’ drive) – Visit Esna temple Esna is in the heart of a modern town, creating a fascinating contrast between ancient and modern Egypt. The temple is famous for its beautifully preserved columns, intricate astronomical ceiling, and detailed inscriptions that provide valuable insights
Drive back to Luxor (1:30 hours’ drive)
Drive to the Nile Cruise & check-in
Lunch at the Nile Cruise
Rest
Drive to Luxor temple at 6:00 PM
Visit Luxor temple Luxor Temple is a magnificent ancient temple located in the heart of the city. It was built mainly by Amenhotep III and Ramses II and was dedicated to the god Amun.
Drive back to the hotel
Overnight at the hotel
Day 10 Karnak temples & SailingMay 4th 2027
Optional the hot air ballon $150
Breakfast at 6:00AM onward
Visit Karnak temple at 8:30 AM
Drive to Karnak temple which is one of the largest temple complexes in the world. It was built over 2,000 years and dedicated mainly to the god Amun and visit the Open-air Museum at Karnak.And visit the chapel of 7 gates
Drive back to the Nile Cruise
Lunch at the Nile Cruise
Sailing to Esna then to Edfu
Presentations
Dinner at Nile Cruise
Overnight at the Nile Cruise
Day 11Edfu temple & Kom OmboMay 5th 2027
Breakfast at the Nie Cruise at 6:00 AM onward
Drive to Edfu at 7:30 AM
Visit Edfu temple
Edfu Temple is dedicated to Horus, the falcon god. It is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, with beautiful carvings and impressive architecture from the Ptolemaic period.
Presentations
Sailing to Kom Ombo
Presentations
Visit Kom Ombo temple on foot, this temple is a unique double temple dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder.
Dinner at Nile Cruise
Sail to Aswan
Overnight at the Nile Cruise
Day 12Phila Island & Unfinished Obelisk & Elephantine IslandMay 6th 2027
Breakfast at 06:00 AM
Optional Visit essential oil store at 7:30 AM
Drive to Phila Island
Take motorboat to sail to Philae Island
Visit Isis temple The Temple of Isis is one of the most beautiful and well-preserved temples in Egypt.
Drive to the Unfinished Obelisk
The Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan is the largest known ancient obelisk. It was carved directly into the bedrock but was never completed due to cracks in the stone. The site gives a unique insight into ancient Egyptian stone-cutting techniques and tools
Lunch at the Nile Cruise
Take the motorboat to Elephantine Island at 3:00 PM
Elephantine Island is a magical and historic gem in Aswan, rich with ancient ruins, Nubian culture, and breathtaking views of the Nile, a place where history and beauty come together in perfect harmony, and to visit Satet temple and Khenom temple
Sail back to the Nile Cruise
Dinner at Nile Cruise
Overnight at the Nile Cruise
Day 13Fly to Cairo & Private Visit to the Great PyramidMay 8th 2027
Breakfast at the Nile Cruise
Luggage pickup
Check-out from the Nile Cruise
Drive to Aswan airport to fly to Cairo
Drive to the hotel & check-in
Lunch at the hotel
Drive to Giza Plateau at 6:00 PM
Private visit to the Great Pyramid (2 hours) 7:9 PM Enjoy an exclusive opportunity to explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu without the usual crowds. Step inside the last surviving wonder of the ancient world, wander through its mysterious corridors, and visit the King’s Chamber in a truly private setting. This rare experience offers an unforgettable journey into Egypt’s most iconic monument.
Step deeper into the mysteries of the Great Pyramid as you explore the Queen’s Chamber, located at the heart of the monument, and descend to the enigmatic Subterranean Chamber carved into the bedrock. These hidden spaces reveal the genius of ancient Egyptian engineering and the secrets of one of the world’s greatest wonders.
Drive back to the hotel
Overnight at the hotel
Day 14GEMMay 8th 2027
Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 AM onward
Drive to GEM at 10:00 AM
Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum
The Grand Egyptian Museum is the largest archaeological museum in the world, located near the Pyramids of Giza.
One of the most important highlights of the museum is the complete collection of Tutankhamun, displayed together for the first time in history.
Farewell Lunch
Overnight at the hotel
Day 15DepartureMay 9th 2027
Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 AM onward
Check-out from the hotel
Meet Saba’s assistant and drive to Cairo International Airport & fly home
Meals included in the itinerary are as follows: (B) breakfast at the hotels and on the Nile Cruise, (L) lunch during the day tours and on the Nile Cruise, and (D) dinner on the Nile Cruise only.
Excellent transportation and professional drivers throughout the entire trip to all sites..
Entry tickets to the mentioned sites in the itinerary
Professional English speaking tour guide
one domestic flight is included (ASW/CAI)
Tipping is included the tour! The total tipping cost is $200 per person. This amount is distributed among: Drivers, Bellmen, Housekeeping, Waiters.
A non-refundable Deposit of $2000.00 per Person will be required at the time of booking. To ensure your Reservation, final payment will be due 60 days prior to Tour start
Bookings made within 60- and 31-days preceding Tour start will require full and final payment immediately upon booking. Bookings made within 30 days of Tour start, will require a permission from Saba Tours before paying the full and final payment. It is the responsibility of the traveler (or agent) to determine that final payment reaches us on time. No booking will be considered until final deposit is received by the Tour Operator.
Payments are to be made via Bank Transfer. Any fees charged, will be the responsibility of the sender.
Please inquire about this before you make your bank transaction.
Cancellation and Refunds
The moment you pay the deposit, it will be non- refundable.
Due to high preparation costs, Cancellations must be received in writing before 90 days of travel date.
Cancellations received more than 90 days prior to departure will have a penalty of $2000 per Person (the non-refundable deposit).
Cancellations received between 90 days & 60 days prior to departure will have a penalty of 50% of the tour price.
Cancellations received between 60 days & 30 days prior to departure will have a penalty of 75% of the tour price.
Cancellations received 30 days or less before departure will receive NO refund. No refund will be made for transfers, city tours and any other services voluntarily not taken (including meals, accommodations and transportation).
Changes
This Itinerary is subject to changes to adapt to possible alterations in domestic flight times or other unforeseen circumstances. The content will remain the same, barring any unanticipated complications, and will include many delightful “extras” and surprises.
Insurance
We recommend that all participants obtain Travel Insurance. Travel Insured International offers insurance for trip cost, trip cancellation & interruption, and pays for loss due to unforeseen circumstance, death, injury, or illness to you or a member of your family. It also includes coverage for missed connections due to weather, pays for lost deposits due to the financial default of the airline, the tour operator, or cruise line. It pays for baggage delays, travel delays, medical expenses and emergency assistance.
Waiver of Responsibility
By signing up to the Tour you agree to our Terms, Deposit Conditions and Waiver. Guide of Egypt & its agents Saba Tours have worked diligently to make all the arrangements for our journey together in Egypt. However, Guide of Egypt & its agents Saba Tours will not be held liable for delays, theft, damage, injury, or any other irregularities that may occur during the journey. We will not be held liable for any changes or delays in airline schedules or missed connections; injury, loss, or damage to persons or property; additional expenses resulting from changes in exchange rates, tariffs, or itinerary; any transportation issues or problems with vehicles utilized on the tour; additional expenses incurred due to illness, weather conditions, protests, war, terrorism, quarantine, or other causes; and losses due to cancellations not subject to our Terms and Conditions.
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Earth Ancients 2027 Egypt Tour VIII
Tour Overview
This tour is led by Guide of Egypt, Mohamed Ibrahim, no other tour will offer you the high quality of accommodations, Nile Cruise, restaurants and transportations Like our tour.
