A PRIVATELY CURATED JOURNEY INTO EGYPT'S AFRICAN SOUL...
🎉Featuring an Unforgettable New Year’s Eve Party Cruise on the Nile.🚢
THIS IS NOT JUST ANOTHER EGYPTIAN TOUR
This is your invitation to an extraordinary 9-day/8-night journey that will forever transform your understanding of ancient Egypt and its profound African identity. While others see pyramids and temples, you'll discover the untold story of Africa's most influential civilization through the eyes of an expert guide who specializes in the African roots of pharaonic culture.
🫤THIS IS NOT...
This is not the tourist-trap version of Egypt.
😍THIS IS...
This is an exclusive, hand-selected, expertly designed immersion that you cannot access anywhere else at this value, at this level, or with this depth.
📆December 26, 2026 - January 3, 2027
Presented by ABTF Travels (The producers of the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival.)
A warm meet/greet upon arrival, by a representatives from our Egyptian-based partner. (Airport Code: CAI)
Travel in style with all transfers provided via private, climate controlled vehicles for maximum comfort and convenience. (Airport Code: CAI)
5-STAR luxury accommodations, daily breakfast, and easy access to the city’s historic wonders. (3-nights)
Exclusive, privately guided tours as listed (see daily itinerary).
Domestic flights (just 1 hr) from Cairo to Luxor and back, fully arranged and included.
5-STAR: Sail for 4-nights in luxury along the timeless Nile.
Sightseeing tours included at every cruise stop (see daily itinerary).
Ring in the new year on the Nile! 🎉 An exhilarating night of live music, dancing, gourmet cuisine, and breathtaking fireworks.
Immerse yourself overnight in the warmth of an authentic Nubian village guest house for genuine community connection.
Explore every site on your itinerary with all entrance fees fully covered.
Knowledgeable English speaking guides with an historically accurate Afro/Nubian focus.
Savor 19 delicious meals as outlined in your itinerary, from breakfast to specially curated dining experiences. (Vegetarian/vegan options available.)
Your package includes all tips (YES, TIPS!), service charges and taxes on behalf of the group.
Stay refreshed during all excursions with complimentary bottled water.
A dedicated service assistant throughout your stay, ready to support you with anything you need.
Luggage handling: one suitcase per person as needed. (Up to 50 lbs)
Professional digital group photo album capturing our best moments.
One-on-one support with your tourist visa application.
Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival in Cairo, you’ll be met by our professional tour manager who will assist you through the airport and escort you to your 5-STAR luxury hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
After check-in, you can settle in, fully relax, enjoy a welcome drink, and explore the hotel restaurants and amenities.
Rest up—your adventure has officially begun!
✈️ Please book your flight for arrival in Cairo by December 26th at 8 pm.
Group Meet Up for Welcome, Introductions, and Orientation @ 8 pm
Overnight in Cairo
After breakfast at our hotel, step into history as our private guide leads us to the legendary Giza Plateau. Stand before the Great Pyramids, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and explore the iconic Sphinx and Valley Temple.
Following lunch at an authentic local restaurant, visit the spectacular NEW Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), home to the world’s most extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts. After a full day of discovery, return to your hotel to unwind.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Optional Camel Ride Package (Add-on)
This morning, check out of our hotel, after breakfast, and transfer to the airport for a 1-hour flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you’ll be escorted to your 5-star luxury Nile cruise ship and enjoy lunch onboard.
In the afternoon, explore the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple, monumental sites that once formed the spiritual heart of ancient Egypt. As evening falls, experience the unforgettable Sound and Light Show at Karnak, where history is brought vividly to life.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Dinner and overnight on board the cruise ship.
After breakfast, cross to Luxor’s West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs. Continue to the elegant Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, followed by a stop at the towering Colossi of Memnon.
Return to the ship for lunch, then relax as you sail south toward Edfu, watching life unfold along the Nile.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Dinner and overnight on board.
Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride (Add-on)
Optional Photo Shoot Package (Add-on)
After breakfast, travel by horse-drawn carriage to the remarkably preserved Temple of Edfu, dedicated to Horus, the falcon god.
Back on board, sail to Kom Ombo, home to a unique twin temple honoring Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus. Learn about ancient medicine, rituals, and daily life before continuing toward Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Dinner and overnight on board.
Optional Photo Shoot Package (Add-on)
Today’s sightseeing introduces you to the relaxed beauty of Aswan. Visit the Unfinished Obelisk, offering insight into ancient stone-cutting techniques, then journey by boat to the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis and Hathor.
🎉Return to the cruise to get ready for an exhilarating New Year's Eve Celebration on the Nile!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight on board.
Optional Photo Shoot Package (Add-on)
An early departure brings you to the extraordinary Temples of Abu Simbel, carved into the mountainside by Ramses II. These colossal monuments—saved from flooding by a UNESCO-led effort—are among Egypt’s most breathtaking achievements.
After the visit, continue to a charming Nubian guesthouse, where you’ll relax while experiencing warm hospitality, savory local flavors, skilled art, and a vibrant culture.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight in Nubian Village Guest House
Optional Photo Shoot Package (Add-on)
After breakfast, explore the acclaimed Nubian Museum, where beautifully curated exhibits tell the story of Nubia’s people, traditions, and enduring connection to the Nile. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before flying back to Cairo.
Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel for your final night in Egypt.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight in Cairo
Optional Photo Shoot Package (Add-on)
Enjoy breakfast and some free time before your transfer to Cairo International Airport for your journey home, carrying memories of ancient wonders, river sunsets, and a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Meals: Breakfast
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