Extraordinary Egypt. Every detail considered.
Cairo and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Luxor. Four nights sailing to Aswan. Abu Simbel. Small groups of 8 to 12 or fully private, with an Egyptologist who speaks English.
- Every hotel and ship named in writing before you pay
- Small groups of 8 to 12, or fully private
- Egyptologist who speaks English
- Nothing is charged until your itinerary is confirmed in writing
From your arrival to your departure, day by day
Nine days is the right length: enough for Cairo and the museums, four unhurried nights on the water, and Abu Simbel, without a single sleeper train or a 4 a.m. tour bus. Scroll to follow the river south.
- Cinematic illustration, AI-generatedEvening over the Nile in Cairo from a hotel terraceDay 1 · Cairo
Arrival, and nothing else
Your Nileborn host meets you inside the terminal, before passport control, and walks you through. A private car takes you to your hotel beneath the pyramids. Nothing is scheduled tonight: the trip begins when you have slept.
What is guaranteed- Meet-and-assist inside the terminal, before immigration
- Private air-conditioned transfer, one vehicle per party
- Your hotel is named in the written proposal before you pay
- No visit is tied to your arrival flight
Included today- Airport meet-and-assist
- Private transfer
- Hotel night with breakfast
Overnight: 5-star hotel in Giza, named in your proposal - Cinematic illustration, AI-generatedIllustration of a museum facade with pyramid forms and the Giza pyramids beyond, in warm light
Day 2 · Giza & the Grand Egyptian MuseumThe plateau at opening time, the museum after lunch
You are at the Great Pyramid when the gates open, before the coaches. The Sphinx, the panorama point, then lunch. The afternoon belongs to the Grand Egyptian Museum: the Grand Staircase, Khufu's solar boat and the complete Tutankhamun collection, with timed tickets bought in your name.
What is guaranteed- Timed GEM tickets purchased in your name, date and slot confirmed
- Egyptologist for your travel group; private guide with the Private/VIP option
- Museum pace set by your group, not by a schedule
- No shopping stops, no commission visits
Included today- Giza plateau admissions
- GEM timed ticket
- Egyptologist
- Lunch
- Private vehicle
Overnight: 5-star hotel in Giza - Cinematic illustration, AI-generatedKhan el-Khalili at blue hour, lanterns glowing in the lane, Islamic Cairo
Day 3 · CairoRoyal mummies, a medieval street and the bazaar
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization for the Royal Mummies hall, or the Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square if you prefer the old one; we decide together beforehand. Then Al-Muizz street on foot, coffee at El Fishawi, and a walk through Khan el-Khalili with someone who knows which alley to take.
What is guaranteed- Your choice of museum, made before you travel
- Walking pace with rests; a car nearby at all times
- No commission shops; you buy only if you want to
Included today- Museum admission
- Egyptologist
- Lunch
- Private vehicle
Overnight: 5-star hotel in GizaOptional: Saqqara and Dahshur for deeper interest (extra day or swap, quoted on request) - Cinematic illustration, AI-generatedThe hypostyle hall at Karnak, columns in low golden light
Day 4 · LuxorOne hour south, three thousand years back
A morning flight to Luxor. Karnak first, walking the hypostyle hall while the light is still low. You board your ship, settle into your cabin, and return to Luxor Temple at dusk when the columns turn gold.
What is guaranteed- Domestic flight Cairo–Luxor included
- Your ship and cabin category are named in the written proposal before you pay
- Embarkation according to the ship's confirmed schedule
Included today- Domestic flight
- Karnak and Luxor Temple admissions
- Egyptologist
- Full board aboard
Overnight: Aboard a 5-star Nile ship, named in your proposal - Cinematic illustration, AI-generatedThe terraces of Hatshepsut's temple at sunrise
Day 5 · The West BankThe Valley of the Kings before the heat
An early start on purpose. Three royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, the terraces of Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, and back on board before midday for lunch and rest while the ship sails. If you booked the balloon, you have already watched the sun rise over all of it.
What is guaranteed- Early departure to avoid crowds and heat, rest afterwards
- Tomb admissions included; premium tombs quoted at the published price
- The sailing follows the ship's actual timetable
Included today- West Bank admissions
- Egyptologist
- Full board aboard
Overnight: Aboard, sailing towards EdfuOptional: Sunrise hot-air balloon (add-on) · Tombs of Seti I and Nefertari at the published ticket price - Cinematic illustration, AI-generatedA Nile ship sailing between Edfu and Kom Ombo, palms on the bank
Day 6 · Edfu & Kom OmboTwo temples, one river, no hurry
The temple of Horus at Edfu in the morning, reached by private vehicle rather than a horse carriage unless you choose otherwise. An afternoon on the sun deck watching the banks pass. Kom Ombo, the double temple, at sunset.
What is guaranteed- Visits timed to the ship's confirmed sailing schedule
- Private vehicle at Edfu
- No mandatory shopping or ceremonial dinners
Included today- Edfu and Kom Ombo admissions
- Egyptologist
- Full board aboard
Overnight: Aboard, sailing towards Aswan - Cinematic illustration, AI-generatedPhilae temple seen from the water, and a felucca under sail near Aswan
Day 7 · AswanPhilae by boat, and an afternoon that belongs to the Nile
The island temple of Philae by motorboat, the High Dam, then a felucca around Elephantine with the wind doing the work. In the late afternoon, a Nubian home on the west bank, arranged with the family who receive you, at their pace and on their terms.
What is guaranteed- Nubian visit agreed locally, respecting the hosts' preferences
- Felucca with life jackets and an experienced captain
- Free time built into the afternoon
Included today- Philae admission and boat
- Felucca
- Egyptologist
- Full board aboard
Overnight: Aboard, moored in Aswan - Cinematic illustration, AI-generatedThe colossal statues of Ramses II at Abu Simbel at first light
Day 8 · Abu Simbel & CairoRamses at the border, then north
The two temples of Abu Simbel, cut into the rock above Lake Nasser, before the day-trippers. Then the flight back to Cairo for a last evening beneath the pyramids. If flight times leave no safe buffer, we sell you the ten-day version with an extra night in Aswan instead of a rushed day.
What is guaranteed- Abu Simbel included with a safe time buffer, or the 10-day version is offered
- Domestic flight Aswan–Cairo included
- The same Giza hotel as your first nights
Included today- Abu Simbel admission and transfer
- Domestic flight
- Egyptologist
- Hotel night with breakfast
Overnight: 5-star hotel in GizaOptional: 10-day version: an extra night in Aswan (add-on) - Cinematic illustration, AI-generatedA felucca at sunset, the last evening on the Nile
Day 9 · DepartureHome, with the river in you
A private transfer to Cairo airport with your host, timed to your flight. We do not promise a last visit against an unconfirmed departure window. If you added the Red Sea, this is the morning you fly to Hurghada instead.
What is guaranteed- Private transfer and airport assistance
- No activity promised against an unconfirmed flight time
Included today- Private transfer
- Airport assistance
Overnight: — - Cinematic illustration, AI-generatedTurquoise lagoon and a five-star resort beach in Hurghada from above
Add-on · 3 nights+ $830 per personThe Red Sea after the river
Three nights at a 5-star resort on the Red Sea, on the morning of day 9. A one-hour domestic flight from Cairo, a beach, a reef and no alarm clock. You fly back to Cairo to connect with your international flight, or fly home directly from Hurghada where your airline allows.
- A 5-star resort in Hurghada, half board, named in your proposal
- Domestic flights Cairo–Hurghada–Cairo and private transfers included
- Archaeological days stay exactly as they are; the beach is added, not swapped
- Cinematic illustration, AI-generatedA black Mercedes S-Class with a driver waiting at a hotel entrance in Giza
Add-on · whole trip+ $2,680 per personPrivate, in a Mercedes S-Class
Your own Egyptologist for all nine days, a Mercedes S-Class with a professional driver in every city, fast-track at every airport, and a timetable that changes when you want it to. The itinerary is the same; the day is yours.
- Dedicated Egyptologist and driver for your party only
- Mercedes S-Class (or equivalent) in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan
- Airport fast-track, your choice of room and cabin category, flexible timing
- Price per person based on two travellers; solo and larger parties quoted
- Cinematic illustration, AI-generatedHot-air balloons at sunrise over the West Bank of Luxor
Add-on · day 5+ $170 per personSunrise over the Valley of the Kings
A 4:30 a.m. pick-up from the ship, a cup of tea, and about forty-five minutes in the air as the sun comes up over the Theban hills, Hatshepsut's temple and the green line of the river.
- Morning-slot balloon flight with hotel and ship pick-up
- Weather-dependent; full refund if the authority cancels the flight
- Back on board for breakfast and the day's programme
- Cinematic illustration, AI-generatedKhan el-Khalili at blue hour, lanterns glowing in the lane (the same illustration as day 3)
Add-on · evening+ $60 per personKhan el-Khalili by night
Three hours in the old city after dark with a local host: Al-Muizz street lit up, the workshops, a rooftop for the call to prayer, and a table at a café that has been open since 1773.
- Private host, on foot, car nearby
- No commission shops; the host earns nothing from what you buy
- Evening of day 2 or day 3, your choice
One price, written down
9 days / 8 nights, per person sharing, in a small group of 8 to 12. Indicative prices for the 2026–27 season; your written proposal confirms the final figure.
- 4 nights in a 5-star hotel in Giza with breakfast
- 4 nights aboard a 5-star Nile ship, full board
- Domestic flights Cairo–Luxor and Aswan–Cairo
- All listed admissions, including your timed Grand Egyptian Museum ticket
- Egyptologist who speaks English
- Private air-conditioned vehicles and airport meet-and-assist
- A named Nileborn contact throughout your journey
- International flights
- Egypt visa fees
- Travel insurance (required)
- Tips (we publish a guideline; nothing is compulsory)
- Premium tombs (Seti I, Nefertari) at the published ticket price
- Single-room supplement, shown below
Prices are indicative for the season shown and depend on your departure date, the hotel and ship, group size and current admission fees. Your written proposal confirms the final price before anything is paid.
- 9-day journey × 2
- $8,800
- Total for 2 travellers
- $8,800
- Per person
- $4,400
$700 per traveller is requested only after we confirm your itinerary in writing, by bank transfer to our Egyptian bank account or another option agreed with you.
Our heritage. Your peace of mind.
Nileborn is a new brand, built on our families’ experience in Egyptian tourism since 1980 and our founders’ international business and hospitality experience. We honour that heritage through clear communication, honest recommendations and care in every detail.
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Named before you pay
Your hotel, ship and cabin category are named in the written proposal. If anything changes later, you approve it first.
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Shown, not described
With the proposal you receive current photographs and specifications of the actual hotel and ship, so you know what you are paying for.
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An identified company
Your contract is with Creative Basket, Egypt, part of AHG Group. Your written proposal will identify the operator and booking terms before payment.
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One contact, start to finish
A named Nileborn contact looks after your journey from arrival to departure, with a written plan for flights, ship and health.
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No commission stops
No papyrus shops, perfume factories or carpet schools. Our guides are paid by us, not by what you buy.
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Honest about the ground
Tombs have steps, ships have gangways, Cairo has traffic. Tell us about mobility or dietary needs before you book and we will tell you plainly what is and is not possible.
Four founders. Three cities. One river.
Rooted in Luxor, Aswan and Asyut, we inherited the knowledge, connections and courtesy of Upper Egyptian families who have welcomed travellers since 1980.
We are four entrepreneurs who have built businesses, worked in multinational companies and gained hospitality experience in the United States, the United Kingdom and beyond. Nileborn brings that global experience home, creating luxurious cultural journeys through Egypt with personal attention, integrity and transparency.
This is where our story began. Let it become part of yours.
Co-founderCEO, AHG Group
Co-founderManaging Partner, AHG Group
Eng. Ziad ArafatCo-founderCDO, AHG Group
Mohamed El AsmaeyCo-founderCFO, AHG Group
Questions travellers ask
Are international flights included?
No. You book your own flights to Cairo, which keeps the price transparent across countries. We tell you the arrival window that works best, and we meet you inside the terminal whatever time you land.
Is this a group trip or a private one?
Both exist. Scheduled departures take 8 to 12 travellers with one Egyptologist. The Private / VIP add-on gives your party its own Egyptologist and driver on any date.
Who am I actually dealing with, and when do I pay?
Your contract is with Creative Basket, Egypt, part of AHG Group, named on every page. Nothing is paid until you approve a written proposal that names your hotel, ship and every inclusion.
How do I pay?
By bank transfer to our Egyptian bank account once your proposal is approved, or ask us about other payment options for your country. Account details are sent with your confirmation, never before, and we never ask for cash on arrival.
I have limited mobility. Can I do this trip?
Possibly, and we will be honest. Tombs have steps and ramps, ships have gangways, and Giza is uneven. Tell us before booking and we will walk through each day with you.
Why the early starts?
Because the Valley of the Kings at 7 a.m. and at 11 a.m. are two different places. We start early, finish before the heat, and build rest into every afternoon.
Ready when you are
Tell us your dates, or ask a question first. The team contacts you to confirm availability and booking terms, in English.