10-day Egypt
Land of Timeless Archaeological Treasures
An exclusive journey through millennia of history, capturing the magnificent monuments of ancient civilization through your lens.
Egypt: Archaeological Treasures
Client Profile
Travelers: Dr. Samuel Cohen (68) & Dr. Leah Cohen (35)
From: Boston, MA
Interests: Pharaoh tombs, hieroglyphics
Special Requests: King Tut's tomb private access
Dietary Needs: Kosher-style meals
Accessibility: Samuel uses walking cane
Accommodation: Sofitel Winter Palace, Nile Dahabiya Cruise
Journey Highlights
  • Private early access to the Great Pyramid before public opening
  • Exclusive entry to King Tutankhamun's tomb in the Valley of the Kings
  • Hieroglyph translation workshop with Egyptologist
  • Private sailing on a traditional dahabiya with dedicated kosher kitchen
  • Abu Simbel charter flight to avoid long drives
  • VIP access to Tutankhamun treasures with museum curator
  • Custom cartouche necklaces with names in hieroglyphs
This 10-day Egyptian odyssey has been meticulously crafted for Dr. Samuel Cohen and his daughter Dr. Leah Cohen, both passionate historians with a particular interest in Egyptology. Special consideration has been given to Dr. Samuel's mobility needs, with accessibility accommodations throughout the journey, including adjusted walking paces, strategically planned rest periods, and alternative transportation options where needed.
The itinerary balances scholarly interests with comfortable luxury, featuring private access to archaeological sites before public opening hours to avoid crowds and heat. Kosher-style dining has been arranged throughout the journey, including on the exclusive dahabiya Nile cruise, where a dedicated kitchen and chef will prepare meals according to dietary requirements while maintaining the authentic flavors of Egyptian cuisine.
Egypt: Day-by-Day Archaeological Journey
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Day 1: Cairo Arrival
3:00 PM: Arrival at Cairo International Airport
4:00 PM: VIP meet and greet with private Egyptologist who will remain with the group throughout the journey
5:30 PM: Check-in at Four Seasons Cairo at Nile Plaza with Nile view suite
7:00 PM: Giza Sound & Light Show with VIP seating offering perfect Sphinx views
9:00 PM: Private kosher-style welcome dinner at hotel with Egyptologist briefing on tomorrow's activities
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Day 2: Giza Pyramids Exclusive
5:00 AM: Early breakfast at hotel
5:30 AM: Departure for Giza Plateau before public opening
6:00 AM: Private access to the Great Pyramid with special permission to descend to the Queen's Chamber
9:00 AM: Visit to the Sphinx with historical context discussion
11:00 AM: Late morning rest at Mena House with refreshments
1:00 PM: Solar Boat Museum with detailed examination of the 4,500-year-old cedar ship and preservation techniques
3:00 PM: Return to hotel for afternoon rest
7:00 PM: Dinner at kosher-friendly restaurant with Nile views
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Day 3: Luxor Transfer & Karnak
6:00 AM: Breakfast and check-out
7:00 AM: Flight to Luxor with aerial archaeology briefing focusing on the Nile Delta
9:00 AM: Arrival in Luxor and transfer to Sofitel Winter Palace
11:00 AM: Rest period at hotel
1:00 PM: Lunch at hotel with kosher-style options
3:00 PM: Karnak Temple guided tour with special hieroglyph translation workshop
6:00 PM: Return to hotel for relaxation
8:00 PM: Dinner at historical 1886 Restaurant at Winter Palace
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Day 4: Valley of Kings & Nile Embarkation
4:30 AM: Light breakfast
5:00 AM: Early access to Valley of the Kings before public opening and heat of day
6:00 AM: Exclusive entry to Tutankhamun's tomb with extended viewing time
8:00 AM: Special access to Seti I tomb, normally closed to general public
11:00 AM: Return to hotel for late breakfast and rest
2:00 PM: Check-out and transfer to Luxor dock
4:00 PM: Embarkation on private dahabiya Nile cruise with welcome ceremony
7:00 PM: Dinner onboard with introduction to the kosher-trained chef
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Day 5: Edfu Temple
7:00 AM: Breakfast while sailing
8:00 AM: Morning leisure on deck observing rural Nile life
11:00 AM: Docking near Edfu
12:00 PM: Lunch onboard
2:00 PM: Rest period in air-conditioned cabin
4:00 PM: Edfu Temple visit via horse carriage with accessibility ramps
7:00 PM: Dinner onboard
8:30 PM: Evening visit to Kom Ombo Crocodile Museum to examine mummified reptiles
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Day 6: Aswan Exploration
7:00 AM: Breakfast while sailing into Aswan
9:00 AM: Aswan High Dam Tour with engineering history presentation
11:00 AM: Visit to Nubian village with cultural introduction
1:00 PM: Lunch at local Nubian home (kosher-friendly options pre-arranged)
3:00 PM: Unfinished Obelisk Site with stone carving techniques demonstration
5:00 PM: Return to dahabiya for rest
7:00 PM: Dinner onboard
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Day 7: Abu Simbel & Nubian Evening
5:00 AM: Light breakfast
6:00 AM: Charter flight to Abu Simbel to avoid long drive
7:00 AM: Tour of Temple of Ramses II before heat sets in and crowds arrive
10:00 AM: Return flight to Aswan
12:00 PM: Lunch onboard dahabiya
2:00 PM: Afternoon rest
5:00 PM: Transfer to Elephantine Island
8:00 PM: Nubian Feast with traditional music and kosher lamb tagine
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Day 8: Philae Temple & Cairo Return
8:00 AM: Breakfast and dahabiya check-out
9:00 AM: Philae Temple Boat Transfer to visit Isis sanctuary
11:00 AM: Special presentation on sound and light restoration projects at the temple
1:00 PM: Lunch at Old Cataract Hotel with Winston Churchill's table
4:00 PM: Flight to Cairo with date palm sweets for the journey
6:00 PM: Arrival and check-in at Four Seasons Cairo
8:00 PM: Dinner at hotel
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Day 9: Cairo Museum & Historic Districts
7:00 AM: Breakfast at hotel
8:00 AM: Egyptian Museum VIP tour focusing on Tutankhamun treasures with curator
12:00 PM: Lunch at historic Naguib Mahfouz Café in Khan el-Khalili
2:00 PM: Coptic Cairo Tour including the Hanging Church
4:00 PM: Visit to Ben Ezra Synagogue with Jewish heritage discussion
6:00 PM: Return to hotel for rest
8:00 PM: Farewell dinner cruise on the Nile
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Day 10: Departure Day
8:00 AM: Leisurely breakfast
10:00 AM: Optional last-minute shopping for souvenirs
12:00 PM: Departure from Cairo International Airport
Presentation of custom cartouche necklaces with names in hieroglyphs
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