Cultured Travel
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100 reviews
Nov 8 - 19, 2026
Group size: 1 - 26
Royal Egypt 2026
Egypt
Cultured Travel
- Email address verified
100 reviews
$NaN
Nov 8 - 19, 2026
Group size: 1 - 26
About this trip
What’s included
- Lodging1 night at the Hilton Heliopolis Cairo, 7 nights stay on board the SS Karim, 3 nights stay at the Marriott Zamalek hotel in Cairo
- BoardBreakfast at all hotels, tea, coffee, and water as well as breakfast, lunch, and dinner aboard the SS Karim
- TransfersAll airport transfers in Egypt
- Domestic FlightsAll flights originating and ending in Egypt per itinerary
- Airport Meet & GreetAssistance through the airport upon arrival and through check-in upon departure
- VisaIncluded for all participants from the USA
- Luggage HandlingIncluded at Egyptian airports and boat
- Tour Guide/EgyptologistPrivate English-Speaking tour guide (Egyptologist) and Escort throughout the tour
- SightseeingAs per itinerary
- High TeaAt the famous Old Cataract Hotel while in Aswan
- EntrancesBasic entrance tickets to all sites included in the itinerary
- Tour Escort24 hour Cultured Travel tour escort/consierge available before and during your tour
What’s not included
- PassportMust be valid for 6 months past return date to the the U.S.
- AirfareTransportation from your home to the departure airport, any parking or toll fees incurred, and any airfare necessary to arrive or return. Round-trip airfare in to CAI and out from CAI.
- Food and BeverageAny meals, snacks, or beverages not included in breakfast at the hotels or meals aboard the SS Karim
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Optional ExcursionsSuch as the Hot Air Balloon ride or the Giza Sound and Light Show
- Supplemental entrancesNot specified in the itinerary
- GratuityGratuity is not included and is a large part of Egyptian culture. Please prepare to have $300 - $400 USD in cash for tips
- Travel InsuranceStrongly Recommended
Available Packages
Double Occupancy
$7,605
Single Occupancy
$13,290
By Mail / In Person Payments
$0
Available Add-Ons
Pre-tour additional night double
$235
Pre-tour additional night single
$225
Post-tour additional night double
$310
Post-tour additional night single
$270
Hot Air Balloon Ride Luxor
$185
Sound and Light Show Giza Pyramids
$65
Nubian Village Visit
$45
Itinerary
Day 1: Sunday
Arrival
Your Organizer
Reviews
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Rarely do I say that it was a privilege to be part of a vacation but this was definitely that and more. The S.S. Karim is a national treasure, a floating museum and the last steam powered paddle wheel on the Nile. Sailing down the Nile in the company of an accomplished local egyptologist who enthusiastically took us through each archeological site that we stopped at was amazing. Our travel guide Jewel had everything in place and everything went smoothly. I would highly recommend Cultured Travel.
By Steve P for Egypt: Wonders of the Nile on Feb 21, 2026
This was the best travel experience of our lives.The group so compatible, great energy, wonderful companionship. The itinerary was matched by our guide Sami who was as articulate as he was knowledgeable. The Kerem was a jewel and the cuisine unmatched and bountiful. Anyone who would have the opportunity to travel with Cultured Travel would be so happy. Egypt is a not miss destination. We cannot thank Jewel enough for the best travel can offer. Cathy Baker and Stan Shapiro.
By Stanley S for Egypt: Wonders of the Nile on Feb 21, 2026
An incredible experience with top notch planning, coordination, communication and execution. All the things that make a service like Cultured Travel worth it's weight in gold. We feel so fortunate to have been introduced to them and included in this wonderful adventure!
By Rob A for Egypt: Wonders of the Nile on Feb 16, 2026
Jewel is AMAZING!! This Trip was so special, engaging, custom, unique, and fun. I learned SO much about Egypt and felt like I really got to see the best sites in the country. The SS Karim is a stunning antique boat and the staff there are next level. The food on the boat was also insanely gourmet and the chef incredibly charismatic.
She takes so much care in her guests and the experience. If you are at all considering traveling to Egypt, this is the way to go.
By Robyn S for Egypt: Wonders of the Nile on Feb 14, 2026
Amazing fun filled trip with fabulous accommodations. We even learned about New Orleans along the way. There was so much to see and do. Highlights were the Laura Plantation visit and the Joan d’ Arc parade. Our guide Jewel was always up for adding in additional activities like an after dinner adventure to the music and night art market on Frenchmen’s street, and a ghost tour which was really more of a history tour. We showed up a day early and Jewel took us on a street car tour of the garden district with great stops for lunch, shopping and a roof top bar for my first Hurricane. . Also loved the front row seats at the Preservation Jazz Hall. I’m still singing those songs.
By Anna P for Bring on the Big Easy 2026 on Jan 17, 2026