Signature Egypt

We start our day at the Ancient Necropolis of Saqqara is known as the healing centre in ancient times where the priests used sound healing techniques to restore the patient’s body to the correct harmonics. Saqqara is the location of the Step Pyramid.

The Bent Pyramid of Sneferu in Dahshur, has two different chambers that produce two distinct sound frequencies. These frequencies are in turn amplified within the pyramid walls to create huge fields of harmonic resonance that restore balance within a human body. The Red Pyramid, also called the North Pyramid, is the largest of the pyramids located at the Dahshur necropolis. Named for the rusty reddish hue of its red limestone stones, it is also the third largest Egyptian pyramid, after those of Khufu and Khafre at Giza Lunch will be a traditional Egyptian BBQ under the palm trees of Saqqara. Then for some shopping opportunity at the Carpet School in Saqqara. The day is not over yet, we will visit the government regulated Papyrus Institute. We will now experience how the ancients recorded their history on the first paper ever produced. See the processes and efforts it took to make this ancient form of paper. Also, enjoy the beautiful illustrative Egyptian art and stories painted depicting Egyptian lifestyle and culture.
Accommodations: Cairo Pyramids Steigenberger Hotel

We have been granted very special access not normally available to the general public. We will have the privilege of watching the sunrise on the Giza Plateau with just our group in between the Paws of the mighty Sphinx. The Sphinx was widely believed to have been an oracle. Between its paws is a 15th-century BC stone tablet called a ‘Dream Stela’ recounting a vision given to a prince who slept in the shadow of the Sphinx (and perhaps sought its divine aid) and later became a pharaoh.

We will return to the hotel for breakfast and a short rest.
Later today we will explore the Giza Plateau, your chance to personally stand where the Ancient Egyptians stood thousands of years ago, next to the Great Pyramid of Cheops, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the only one that still exists. Here you will have the option to climb inside the Kings Chamber of the Great Pyramid of Giza (optional extra cost).
We continue our adventure with a camel ride through the Sahara for some amazing photos of 9 Pyramids. Late lunch will be served on the Giza Plateau with a final view of the pyramids as we leave Cairo tomorrow. Before returning to the hotel we will spend a few hours with Gamal Abdul an Egyptian Reiki Master and Healer to learn about Chakra Healing Oils that date back to the time of the Pharaoh’s and all their healing benefits.
Accommodations: Cairo Pyramids Steigenberger Hotel

This morning you will check out of your hotel near the pyramids as we will fly south to Luxor tonight. Before leaving Cairo, we will visit the thousands of treasures on display inside the Egyptian Museum, including the famous Golden Mask of King Tutankhamen, the youngest Pharaoh to rule Egypt.

There are simply too many pieces to see in one visit but your guide will highlight some special artefacts and give you time to wander at your leisure. You will find items such as granite sarcophagus and perfectly sculptured giant statues to ancient tools, mummies, chariots and even some board games played by the Pharaoh’s.
In the evening we will board a private Dahabeya, a traditional sailing boat like those that have sailed the Nile for thousands of years.
Our luxury Dahabeya is just over 12 months old and fitted out with all the modern conveniences such as en-suited, fully air-conditioned rooms, indoor and outdoor spaces. The Dahabeya is exclusively for our use with private crew, choice of menus and our own sailing schedule. Our Dahabeya will be our base for 7 nights as we sail north from Luxor to the Temples of Abydos and Dendera then all the way south to Aswan. We will stop at temples and sites along the way and usually leave the boat daily to explore Ancient Egypt. All meals are included and prepared fresh daily from local produce and served onboard.
Accommodations: Luxury Dahabeya

Today we will visit the fascinating Karnak Temples, dedicated to the Pharaoh Amun. Wander the 134 awe-inspiring columns in the Hypostyle Hall, marvel at the detailed hieroglyphics expertly carved on every wall. Let your imagination take you to a time when these walls were full of colour and grandeur. A truly memorable experience.

At Karnak we will visit the Temple of Ptah and the chapel dedicated to the Goddess Sekhmet. This is a locked temple and subject to availability. During our visit we will have the opportunity to shop for symbolic Egyptian jewelry and personalized cartouches. This afternoon we will return to our Dehabeya and sail north towards Qena.
Accommodations: Luxury Dahabeya

The Temple of Seti 1 and considered to one of the most sacred sites in all of Egypt. Abydos is also known as the cult center of the god Osiris and gateway to the underworld (believed to lie under the nearby hills), it was a popular place of pilgrimage and burial. Here you will connect to your heart centre to engage fully with your life and also work with the Flower of Life.

Lunch will be served at House of Life near Abydos Temple.
Afternoon visit to Dendera Temple, the temple dedicated to Goddess Hathor where you will connect with your heart chakra and your instinctual bliss. Hathor was goddess of many things: love, beauty, music, dancing, fertility, and pleasure. She was the protector of women, though men also worshipped her.
Accommodations: Luxury Dahabeya

Breakfast and Lunch will be served on-board as we sail back to Luxor. Relax and enjoy sailing and the comfort of our luxury dahabeya. Once we are back in Luxor, we can take a walk in the local area before visiting Luxor Temple prior to sunset.

Unlike most other ancient Egyptian temples, is not laid out on an east‑west axis, but is oriented towards Karnak. This is because Luxor Temple was the main venue for one the most important of ancient Egyptian religious celebrations, when the cult images of Amun, his wife Mut, and their son, the lunar god Khonsu, were taken from their temples in Karnak, and transported in a grand procession to Luxor Temple so they could visit the god that resides there, Amenemopet. This was known as the Opet Festival.
Accommodations: Luxury Dahabeya

Hot Air Balloon over Valley of the Kings, this morning we will leave the boat early to transfer to the launch area for a magical Hot Air Balloon ride as the sun rises over the West Bank of Luxor. You will silently float above the ancient sites and the Nile River. Return to the boat for breakfast.

This afternoon we visit the West Bank of Luxor and the Valley of the Kings. Climb down into the spectacularly decorated tombs of the Pharaohs. Optional visit down into the tomb of King Tutankhamun. After that, we visit the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Hatshepsut is arguably one of the most formidable women in ancient Egypt. Hatshepsut was the first female ruler of ancient Egypt to reign as a male with the full authority of a pharaoh. The we will visit a workshop for Handmade Alabaster.
Accommodations: Luxury Dahabeya

We have an early morning visit to Edfu, the Temple of Horus. The temple was built in the Ptolemaic Kingdom between 237 and 57 BC. The inscriptions on its walls provide important information on language, myth and religion during the Hellenistic period in Egypt.

We will return to the Dahabeya and set sail to Komombo. Visit the Temple of Komombo, known as the Temple of Duality; here you will ponder your own dualities, the light and the dark, the old and the new, the positive and the negative. Visit the central axis of the temple to connect with a neutral energy and your sacral chakra.
Accommodations: Luxury Dahabeya

We will sail to Aswan this morning. It is time to say good-bye to our beautiful Dahabeya and the staff who have looked after us. From Aswan we will transfer to the Philae Temple.

Philae Temple is known as the Temple of Isis representing the feminine and divine love. Built during the reign of Ptolemy II (Egypt’s Greco-Roman Period), the Temple of Isis at Philae is dedicated to Isis, Osiris, and Horus. The temple walls contain scenes from Egyptian mythology of Isis bringing Osiris back to life, giving birth to Horus, and mummifying Osiris after his death.
Enjoy a local Nubian meal for late lunch. Then transfer to Elephantine Island and our luxury resort.
Accommodations: Movenpick Aswan

An early start today, so we can explore Abu Simbel. Great Temple of Ramses II, carved in the mountain on the west bank of the Nile between 1274 and 1244 BC and dedicated to the gods Ra-Horakhty, Amun and Ptah.

This temple is aligned in such a way that, twice a year the first rays of the rising sun penetrate the temple, through the vestibule and into the sanctuary, where they illuminate the figures of the gods except Ptah. The Temple of Hathor is dedicated to Queen Nefertari, Ramses beloved wife.
Later this afternoon we will visit a Nubian Village. Here we will meet a Nubian family who will show us their way of life and enjoy a home cooked meal with us.
Accommodations: Movenpick Aswan