After the success of our Megalithic Marvels Egypt Tour in May 2022, followed by Tour II in May 2023 and Tour III in May 2024, Saba Tours now invites you to join this unique journey once again. With the support of Noha Mohamed from Saba Tours, you are welcome to be part of Megalithic Marvels Tour IV in December 2026, as we explore Egypt together with Mohamed Ibrahim and Derek Olson.
Such a great rate for all the amazing locations we’re visiting, special access we’ll have, plus a cruise on the Nile River!. Explore the mysteries of ancient Egypt, alchemical secrets, lost advanced technologies, and more!”.
This will be a life-changing experience!
These 12 days tour will take you to many destinations in Egypt, you will visit Cairo, Giza, Luxor & Aswan.
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.
Welcome Dinner together.
Overnight at Hyatt Centric hotel (D)
Day 02Saqqara & Dahshur Dec 02nd,2026
Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 AM onward
Drive to Sakkara at 8:30AM
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
Go under the Step Pyramid (from the Southern Entrance)
Special access to under Southern tomb
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 03GEM & fly to Luxor Dec 03rd,2026
Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 AM onward
Check-out from the hotel
Drive to the Grand Egyptian Museum at 9:00 AM The Grand Egyptian Museum is the largest archaeological museum in the world, located near the Pyramids of Giza.
Lunch
Drive to Cairo airport & fly to Luxor
Drive to Jolie Ville Resort hotel & check-in
Overnight at the hotel
Day 04Dendera & Abydos Dec 04th,2026
Early Breakfast at 6:00 AM
Drive to Dendera at 7:00 AM (2 hours’ drive)
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, colorful reliefs, and the famous zodiac of Dendera.
Drive to Abydos
Lunch
Private Visit to Osirion if the participants are more than 20 People
Visit Abydos 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.
Drive to Luxor (4 hours’ drive)
Overnight at the hotel
Day 05West bank & Luxor temple Dec 05th,2026
Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 AM onward
Check-out from the hotel
Drive to the West Bank of Luxor at 8:30 AM
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
Visit Hatshepsut Temple, which is a stunning mortuary temple built for Queen Hatshepsut, one of the few female pharaohs of Egypt.
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).
Drive to the Nile Cruise & check-in Nile Cruise
Lunch at the Nile Cruise
Visit Luxor temple at 6:00 PM
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.
Dinner at Nile Cruise
Overnight at the Nile Cruise
Day 06Karnak temples & Sailing to Edfu Dec 06th,2026
Optional hot air ballon $150 A hot air balloon ride over Luxor is an unforgettable experience. At sunrise, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the Nile, the Valley of the Kings, temples, and the countryside from above. It’s one of the best ways to see the beauty of ancient Thebes from the sky.
Breakfast at the Nile Cruise
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 Edfu
Lecture
Dinner at Nile Cruise
Overnight at the Nile Cruise
Day 07Edfu temple & Kom Ombo temple Dec 07th,2026
Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 AM onward
Drive to Edfu by Saba’s bus 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.
Drive back to the Nile Cruise
Sailing to Kom Ombo
Lunch at Nile Cruise
Visit Kom Ombo temple, 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 08Isis temple & Unfinished Obelisk & Elephantine Island Dec 08th,2026
Breakfast at 06:00 AM
Drive to Phila Island 7:00 AM
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 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.
Optional Visit essential oil store
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 09Fly to Cairo & Old Egyptian Museum Dec 09th,2026
Breakfast box
Check-out from the Nile Cruise
Drive to Aswan airport to fly to Cairo
Drive to the Egyptian Museum
Visit The Egyptian Museum in Cairo (see the Prediluvian Jars, Unfinished box & the Schist disc) See the beautiful collection of Tut Ankh Amon.
Lunch
Drive to the hotel & check-in
Rest
Overnight at the hotel
Day 10Fayum Dec 10th,2026
Early breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 AM
Drive to Fayum at 7:30
Visit Hawara pyramid
Visit Lahun Pyramid area
Visit Lahun Pyramid from inside
Visit Meduim Pyramid
Visit Mastaba 17
Fayum is one of the locations which housed the oldest settlement in Egypt after the Cataclysm, and also kept its presence during the entier Ancient Egyptian Civilization. We will first visit Hawara pyramid and explore the ruins of the Egyptian Labyrinth, drive to Laguna pyramid and have the chance to visit the pyramid from inside, and then we drive to Medium pyramid and also explore it from inside but also we will have a short adventure getting into Mastaba 17 where will will see a beautiful granite box with no writings and no information,
lunch
Drive back to Cairo
Drive back to the hotel
Day 11Giza Plateau & Private Visit to the Great Pyramid Dec 11th,2026
Breakfast at 6:30 AM
Drive to Giza Plateau at 09:00 AM
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.
Drive to Sphinx
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.
Optional Camel ride: Enjoy an optional camel ride for a truly authentic desert adventure.
Drive to Sphinx enclosure
Lunch
Private Visit to the Great Pyramid 5:7 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.
4Nile Cruise04 NTS at Blue Shadow 3 Nile Cruise 5* (F.B)
03 NTS at Hyatt Centric Cairo 5* (B.B)
Meet & assist at the airport
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.
Transportations to the mentioned sites by A C car
Entry tickets to the mentioned sites in the itinerary
Professional English speaking tour guide
2 domestic flights are included (CAI/LXR & ASW/CAI)
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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Megalithic Marvels Egypt Tour IV
Tour Overview
Saba Tours now invites you to join this unique journey once again. With the support of Noha Mohamed from Saba Tours, you are welcome to be part of Megalithic Marvels Tour IV in December 2026, as we explore Egypt together with Mohamed Ibrahim and Derek Olson.
