Before The Trip
Everything you need to know and complete before our expedition begins. This checklist is being finalized and will be populated ahead of our departure.
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Everything you need to know and complete before our expedition begins. This checklist is being finalized and will be populated ahead of our departure.
Egypt January 2027
Our journey begins exploring Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings, then continues on our private Dahabiya cruising the Nile.
An optional extension with us exploring Cairo - the living city of antiquity.
An optional addition visiting Upper Egypt, including the Colossi at Abu Simbel.
CAIRO
An oasis of luxury soaring high above the Nile...
LUXOR
A gorgeous boutique palace nestled on the West Bank...
NILE CRUISE
A private luxury sailing yacht that delivers an intimate voyage along the historic Nile...
ASWAN
The legendary Victorian palace on the banks of the Nile...
Desert temperatures shift dramatically between day and night. Sunny 75°F afternoons can rapidly cool to 45°F as soon as the sun dips below the horizon.
Day Trips: Prepare a wardrobe that balances physical activity with high-end desert travel. Earthy tones, lightweight cotton and linen, and comfortable walking shoes for outdoor temple excursions, where practical meets refined.
Evenings: Desert evenings can become quite cold, especially on the Nile. Dinners will range from casual to elegant with some surprises included.
Day Trips: Comfortable, lightweight clothing in earthy tones, with good walking shoes for temple excursions.
Evenings: Desert nights can be cold, especially on the Nile. Dinners range from casual to elegant.
January is one of the most pleasant times to visit Egypt, offering cool, clear days ideal for outdoor exploration. Here's what to expect across each city on our journey.
January is one of the most pleasant times to visit Egypt, with cool, clear days ideal for exploring. Here’s what to expect across each city.
| CITY | AVG. HIGH | AVG. LOW | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cairo | 19°C / 66°F | 9°C / 48°F | Cool mornings; bright sunny afternoons. Light jacket needed at nights. |
| Luxor | 23°C / 73°F | 7°C / 45°F | Warmer days but very cold nights by the Nile. Layer generously. |
| Aswan | 25°C / 77°F | 11°C / 52°F | Warmest of the three; comfortable evenings but still cool in shade. |
To deepen your connection to Egypt's history and culture before arrival, we have included a curated selection of materials.
To deepen your connection to Egypt's history and culture before arrival, we have included a curated selection of materials.
We would love to connect and give you more details about the trip. All we need to know now is if you are interested in joining us. You can reach out to either of us. We hope you can join.