Optional Post-Departure Aswan – FASCINATING EGYPT

Brief Itinerary

Adventure Highlights

DAY 1

Disembark Al Mourad Aswan

DAY 2

Aswan

DAY 3

Abu Simbel

DAY 4

Depart to Cairo

Explore the West Bank Nubian Villages

Known for their distinct architecture and culture, this area gives insight into the diaspora of traditional times into Southern Egypt

Day Trip to Abu Simbel

Embark on a private jet journey to visit the temples of Ramses II, fronted by colossal seated statues carved directly into the sandstone cliffs

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What We Will Do

Luxor & the Nile

January 21 - 29, 2027

Our journey begins exploring Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings, then continues on our private Dahabiya cruising the Nile.

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Pre-Departure Cairo - Optional

January 17 - 21, 2027

An optional extension with us exploring Cairo - the living city of antiquity.

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Post-Departure Aswan & Abu Simbel - Optional

January 29 - February 1, 2027

An optional addition visiting Upper Egypt, including the Colossi at Abu Simbel.

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Where We Will Stay

CAIRO

St. Regis Cairo

An oasis of luxury soaring high above the Nile...

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LUXOR

Al Moudira Luxor

A gorgeous boutique palace nestled on the West Bank...

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NILE CRUISE

Dahabiya Al Mourad

A private luxury sailing yacht that delivers an intimate voyage along the historic Nile...

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ASWAN

Mandarin Oriental Old Cataract

The legendary Victorian palace on the banks of the Nile...

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Helpful Information

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.

"Adventure Chic"

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.

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.

Before The Trip

To deepen your connection to Egypt's history and culture before arrival, we have included a curated selection of materials.

What We Need From You

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.

Isidro & Josh

Post-Departure Aswan & Abu Simbel - Optional

Brief Itinerary

Adventure Highlights

Disembark Al Mourad Aswan

Aswan

Abu Simbel

Depart to Cairo

Explore the West Bank Nubian Villages

Day Trip to Abu Simbel

What We Will Do

Luxor & the Nile

Pre-Departure Cairo - Optional

Post-Departure Aswan & Abu Simbel - Optional

Where We Will Stay

St. Regis Cairo

Al Moudira Luxor

Dahabiya Al Mourad

Mandarin Oriental Old Cataract

Helpful Information

Layers

Attire

Average January Temperatures

Before The Trip

Nonfiction Books

Fiction

Documentaries

Movies

Pod Casts

Online Classes

What We Need From You