Tracing the evidence for the legendary archive of the FIRST TIME,
with Dr. Manu Seyfzadeh, Mohamed Ibrahim and Trevor Grassi
January 19 – February 1, 2027
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| Osiris Shaft optional add-on, Jan 19 | Fayoum and Amarna add-on Feb 1-4 |
| Full Itinerary |
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($7,200; $8,700 for single room)
About this trip
The ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESCUE FOUNDATION is excited to an announce
a once-in-a-lifetime oppurtunity!
The journey will be led by renowned Egyptologist and researcher Mohamed Ibrahim, whose decades of research and unique perspective have inspired travelers from around the world. He will be joined by expert Egyptologist and guide Ahmed Nady, whose knowledge and passion for ancient Egypt add tremendous value throughout the journey. With the careful planning and seamless support of Noha Mohamed and the Saba Tours team, this experience goes far beyond a traditional tour and will exceed anything you could possibly imagine.
We are also honored to welcome Dr. Manu Seyfzadeh as a special guest on this journey. A respected researcher, author, and speaker, Dr. Manu brings valuable insights and a unique perspective on ancient Egypt. His presence will add an exciting new dimension to an already extraordinary experience.
Trevor Grassi is an independent researcher, filmmaker, and expedition leader with a passion for Ancient Egypt and ancient civilizations. Through his documentaries, field investigations, and lectures, he has inspired travelers and researchers to explore Egypt from a fresh perspective.
As a Tour Leader, Trevor brings curiosity, enthusiasm, and engaging storytelling, creating an educational and unforgettable experience for every participant.
There will also be many exciting surprises throughout the tour, including exclusive Zoom sessions with world-renowned researchers. We always look forward to their fascinating talks and the valuable insights they share.
What’s included:
- 3 nights at Holiday Inn Nile View Hotel 5* (Bed & Breakfast)
- 3 nights at Steigenberger Luxor Hotel 5* (Bed & Breakfast)
- 4 nights at Nile Cruise 5* (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner are included on board the Nile Cruise)
- 3 nights at Hyatt Centric Hotel 5* (Bed & Breakfast)
- Airport pick up and drop off. Meet Saba Tours assistants (Saba’s assistant will hold a sign with the Saba logo, he will welcome you and assist you with the visa and luggage & escort you Saba’s van for your transfer to the hotel.
- Meals included in the itinerary are as follows: breakfast at the hotels and on the Nile Cruise, lunch during the day tours and on the Nile Cruise, and dinner on the Nile Cruise only.
- Excellent transportation with professional drivers and security throughout the entire trip to all sites.
- Entry tickets to the mentioned sites in the itinerary
- Professional English speaking tour guide
- 2 domestic flights (CAI/LXR-ASW/CAI)
Not Included:
- Entry Visa to Egypt ( $30 in cash )
- Tipping – $200 for the team of hotels workers
- Laundry Service – hotels and the Nile Cruise will charge you for Laundry service
- At hotels, restaurants, and on the Nile cruise, beverages and drinks are not included — you will be charged separately for them.
- Dinners are not included except for the welcome dinner and dinners served on board the Nile Cruise.
- International flights are not included the tour. You will book your own flight to and from Cairo.
Private Visit to the Osiris Shaft
January 19th, $350, Optional add-on
(Day one of main tour)
- Osiris Shaft is one of the most mysterious and restricted sites on the Giza Plateau. It is a deep multi-level underground structure linked to ancient rituals of Osiris, the god of the afterlife. Because of its depth and limited access, visiting the Osiris Shaft is extremely rare and considered a unique, once-in-a-lifetime experience.
- Important Note: If you suffer from heart problems, heart attack, high blood pressure, or claustrophobia (fear of deep or enclosed spaces), this visit is not suitable for you.
- This visit is a private access to the Osiris Shaft at Giza Plateau, for a limited number of people. It will be for 2 hours, from 11 AM to 1 PM on January 19th, 2027.
- To join this visit you need to arrive one night early and book your own lodging for the night of Jan. 18th. Saba Tours can help if you need assistance with this.
- This visit will happen if we have 10-15 people, if we have less than 10 people we will have to cancel the visit.
See my films on the Osiris Shaft:
TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1 (Tuesday, Jan. 19)
Arrival and Welcome Dinner
– Arrive at Cairo airport
– Saba Tour’s assistant will meet you holding a sign with the Saba logo. They will assist you with the visa and luggage, and escort you to Saba’s van for your transfer to the hotel for check-in.
– 6:00 PM Meeting: Welcome dinner and orientation at the hotel!
– Overnight at the hotel
Day 2 (Wednesday, Jan. 20)
Saqqara
– Breakfast at 6:30 AM onward
– Drive to Saqqara at 8:00 AM
– Visit Titi Pyramid, famous for containing the earliest Pyramid Texts, sacred inscriptions carved on its walls to help the king reach the afterlife. These texts are among the oldest religious writings in the world.
– Visit the Serapeum; an underground burial site in Saqqara, where the sacred Apis bulls were buried in massive granite sarcophagi. It dates to the New Kingdom and offers a mysterious and impressive look into ancient Egyptian religious practices.
– Visit Djoser’s Step Pyramid Complex
We’ll enter through the Southern Entrance (public visit) and see deep down into the massive central shaft.
– Visit the Sound Healing Hospital area where the ancient Egyptians used to go for healing energy when they visited the Step Pyramid Complex.
Private visit to the Southern Tomb
The Sourthern Tomb is never offered on tours! It is an extremely rare opportunity to see a deep underground structure that is not open to the public!
– Lunch at an amazing local house
– Drive back to the hotel
– Presentation at 7 – 9 PM
– Overnight at the hotel
Day 3 (Thursday, Jan. 21)
Giza Plateau & Private Visit to Sphinx enclosure & Sphinx Temple
– Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 onward
Private Visit to Sphinx enclosure 9 – 10 AM
The Great Sphinx of Giza is one of the most iconic monuments in Egypt. One of the most memorable highlights will be your special access visit to the Great Sphinx.
See my interview with Manu about the true, lost history of the Sphinx, and what truly lies beneath it!
Read Manu’s book about it too:
– Visit Valley temple. The Valley Temple of Khafre is located near the Great Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza. It was used for the mummification and purification rituals of the king before burial.
Private Visit to Sphinx Temple 11 – 12 PM
– Visit the Giza Plateau
Walk around the Great Pyramid to visit the ruins of the pyramid temple. See the basalt floor and the tool marks made by ancient advances machines.
– Optional Camel ride ($20): Enjoy an optional camel ride for a truly authentic desert adventure.
– Lunch at BBQ restaurant
– Drive back to the hotel
– Overnight at the hotel
Day 4 (Friday, Jan. 22)
Old Egyptian Museum & fly to Luxor
– Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 AM onward
– Check-out from the hotel
– Visit the Old Cairo Museum
– Lunch in Cairo
– Fly to Luxor (Thebes)
– Check in and dinner and overnight at the Nile Cruise
Day 5 (Saturday, Jan. 23)
Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut & Habu Temples
– Breakfast at 6:30 AM onward
– Drive to the West Bank of Luxor at 8:00 AM
– See the Colossi of Memnon
– Visit Hatshepsut Temple, which is a stunning mortuary temple built for Queen Hatshepsut, one of the few female pharaohs of Egypt.
– Visit the Valley of the Kings; one of the most famous archaeological sites in Egypt. It served as the royal burial ground for the pharaohs of the New Kingdom
– Optional Visit the Alabaster Factory. An alabaster workshop is a great place to see how traditional Egyptian stone crafts are made. You’ll watch skilled artisans hand-carve beautiful vases, statues, and other items from natural alabaster. It’s also a nice spot to buy unique souvenirs.
– Lunch
– Drive to Medinet Habu Temple. While many visitors focus on the Valley of the Kings, Medinet Habu is often considered one of Luxor’s hidden treasures.
– Overnight at the hotel
Day 6 (Sunday, Jan. 24)
Dendera & Abydos
– Early Breakfast at 6:30 AM
– Drive to Hathor’s Temple of Dendera at 7:15 AM (2 hr drive)
Hathor Temple is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. It is dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the goddess of love, beauty, and music. The temple features stunning astronomical ceilings, colourful reliefs, and the famous zodiac of Dendera.
– Drive to Abydos (2 hr drive)
– Lunch at delicious local house
– Visit Abydos Temple of Seti I, one of the most remarkable monuments of ancient Egypt. Built by Pharaoh Seti I and completed by his son Ramses II, it is dedicated to several deities, including Osiris, the god of the afterlife. The temple is renowned for its exquisite reliefs and vibrant colours, which are among the best-preserved in Egypt. It also houses the famous “Abydos King List,” an invaluable record of Egypt’s royal lineage.
Private Visit to Osirion Temple 3:00 – 5:00 PM
– Drive back to Luxor (4 hr drive)
– Overnight at the hotel
Day 7 (Monday, Jan. 25)
Esna Khnum Temple and Luxor ‘Temple of Man’
– Optional hot air ballon $150 A hot air balloon ride over Luxor is an unforgettable experience. At sunrise, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the Nile, the Valley of the Kings, temples, and the countryside from above. It’s one of the best ways to see the beauty of ancient Thebes from the sky.
– Breakfast at the hotel 6:30 AM onward
– Visit Esna, Temple of Khnum. Especially since recent restorations, Esna preserves some of the most vivid colors on its beautiful pillars that are each completely unique. It also has some of the most incredible astronomical illustration on its ceiling, containing all signs of the zodiac, phases of the moon and ‘star ships’.
– Check in and lunch at the Nile Cruise!
– Visit Luxor Temple at 05:00 PM. Luxor Temple is a magnificent ancient temple located in the heart of the city. It was built mainly by Amenhotep III and Ramses II and was dedicated to the god Amun.
– Optional visit to Luxor local market
– Dinner and overnight at the Nile Cruise
Day 8 (Tuesday, Jan. 26)
Karnak Temple & Sailing
– Breakfast at 6:00AM onward
– Visit Karnak Temple at 8:30 AM. Drive to Karnak temple which is one of the largest temple complexes in the world. It was built over 2,000 years and dedicated mainly to the god Amun.
– Visit the Open-air Museum at Karnak.
Private visit to the chapel of 7 gates and 7 keys.
– Lunch at the Nile Cruise
– Sailing to Edfu
– Dinner at Nile Cruise
– Presentation
– Overnight at the Nile Cruise
Day 9 (Wednesday, Jan. 27)
Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples
– Breakfast at the Nile Cruise at 6:00 AM onward
– Visit Edfu Temple of Horus at 7:30 AM
– Edfu Temple is dedicated to Horus, the falcon god. It is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, with beautiful carvings and impressive architecture from the Ptolemaic period.
– Lunch and presentation at Nile Cruise, while sailing to Kom Ombo
– Visit Kom Ombo Sobek Temple on foot. This is a unique double temple dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Iy is also a sound healing hospital.
– Dinner and Overnight at the Nile Cruise, sailing to Aswan
Day 10 (Thursday, Jan. 28)
Philae Island, Unfinished Obelisk & Elephantine Island
– Breakfast at 06:00 AM
– Optional Visit essential oil store at 7:30 AM
– Take a motorboat to the Isis temple on Philae Island . The Temple of Isis is one of the most beautiful and well-preserved temples in Egypt.
– Drive to the Aswan Quarry – the source of all the Red Granite that was treasured by the Egyptians. This granite was used for obelisks, statues and even the walls of the King’s Chamber in the Great Pyramid.
– The Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan is the largest known ancient obelisk. It was carved directly into the bedrock but was never completed due to cracks in the stone. The site gives a unique insight into ancient Egyptian stone-cutting techniques and tools.
– Lunch at the Nile Cruise
– Take the motorboat to Elephantine Island at 3:00 PM. Elephantine Island is a magical and historic gem in Aswan, rich with ancient ruins, Nubian culture, and breathtaking views of the Nile, a place where history and beauty come together in perfect harmony. We will visit Satet temple and Khnum temple. The Ark of the Covenant was once stored beneath these temples.
– Take a motor boat back to the Nile Cruise
– Dinner and overnight at the Nile Cruise
Day 11 (Friday, Jan. 29)
Abu Simbel or Nubian Museum
– Breakfast at the Nile Cruise
– Check-out from the Nile Cruise
– Drive to Abu Simbel at 5:00AM (4 hours’ drive). Abu Simbel is one of the most extraordinary monuments of ancient Egypt, built by Ramses II to demonstrate his power and divine status. The Great Temple is famous for its four colossal, seated statues of the king carved directly into the rock.
– Lunch
– Drive back to Aswan (4 hours’ drive)
*There is an option for people don’t want to do Abu Simbel:
– Visit the Nubian Museum. Learn about the Nubian culture and see the original stone circle of Nabta Playa, relocated from the Western Desert.
– Visit small Isis Temple
– Check in and overnight at the hotel
Day 12 (Saturday, Jan. 30)
Private Visit to the Great Pyramid
– Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 onward
– Check-out from the hotel
– Drive to Aswan airport & fly to Cairo
– Drive to the hotel & check-in
– Lunch at the hotel
– Drive to Giza Plateau at 6:00 PM
– Private visit to the Great Pyramid (2 hours) 7:9 PM
Enjoy an exclusive opportunity to explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu without the usual crowds. Step inside the last surviving wonder of the ancient world, wander through its mysterious corridors, and visit the King’s Chamber in a truly private setting. This rare experience offers an unforgettable journey into Egypt’s most iconic monument.
Step deeper into the mysteries of the Great Pyramid as you explore the Queen’s Chamber, located at the heart of the monument, and descend to the enigmatic Subterranean Chamber carved into the bedrock. These hidden spaces reveal the genius of ancient Egyptian engineering and the secrets of one of the world’s greatest wonders.
– Overnight at the hotel
Day 13 (Sunday, Jan. 31)
Dahshur & GEM
– Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 onward
– Drive to Dahshur at 9:00 AM. Dahshur is an ancient royal necropolis south of Cairo, known for its unique pyramids. It is home to the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, both built by King Sneferu. These pyramids show the early evolution of pyramid construction in ancient Egypt. Visit the Red Pyramid and Bent Pyramid.
– Lunch at an amazing local house
– Drive to the Grand Egyptian Museum [GEM]; the largest archaeological museum in the world, located near the Pyramids of Giza. One of the most important highlights of the museum is the complete collection of Tutankhamun, displayed together for the first time in history.
– Farewell Dinner and overnight at the hotel
Day 14 (Monday, Feb. 01)
Departure Day or Continue to Fayoum
– Breakfast at the hotel
– Saba Tours will arrange your transportation to the airport and assist you getting to your flight.
OR, continue the adventure…
El Fayoum and Minya
February 1st to 3rd, $1,300
Four-day optional add-on,
including the Hawara Labyrinth and Tel El Amarna
Day 1 (or Day 14) Monday, Feb. 1st
Hawara, Meidum and Lahun Pyramids
– Breakfast and check out from the hotel from 6:00 AM
– Drive to Fayoum at 8:00 AM (2 hr drive)
– Hawara Pyramid: Built by King Amenemhat III, this site is famous for the legendary “Labyrinth,” described as one of the wonders of the ancient world.
– Meidum Pyramid: Known as the “collapsed pyramid,” it represents one of the earliest attempts to create a true pyramid and holds many architectural mysteries.
– Lahun Pyramid: Built by King Senusret II, it is unique for its hidden entrance and for the remarkable discoveries of jewelry and royal artifacts found around it.
– Lunch
– Drive to Al Minya (3 hr drive)
– Check-in, dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 02 (15) Tuesday, Feb. 2nd
Tuna el Gebel & Al Ashmunein
– Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 AM
– Drive to Al-Ashmunein
The ancient city of Thoth, featuring impressive Greek and Roman structures.
– Drive to Tuna el-Gebel; home of the Serapeum, the tomb of Petosiris, and large animal catacombs.
– Drive back for dinner and overnight at the hotel
Day 03 (16) Wednesday, Feb. 3rd
Beni Hassan & Tell el Amarna
– Breakfast at the hotel at 6:00 AM
– Check-out from the hotel
– Drive to Beni Hassan; rock-cut Middle Kingdom tombs famous for scenes of daily life, sports, and military activities.
– Drive to Tel el-Amarna, aka Akhetaten; the capital city built by Akhenaten. Visit the Tombs of the Nobles, the North Palace, and Aten Temples.
– Drive back to Cairo (4 hours’ drive)
– Lunch
– Drive to the hotel in Cairo & check-in
– Overnight at the hotel for one night.
Day 4 (17) Thursday, Feb. 4
Departure Day
– Breakfast at the hotel
– Saba Tours will arrange your transportation to the airport and assist you getting to your flight.
Fayoum and Amarna
Add-on Tour Includes
2 Nights at El Minya hotel 5* (B.B) (Bed & Breakfast)
1 Night at Concord Elementary Salam hotel in Cairo 5* (B.B) (Bed & Breakfast).
Meals mentioned in the itinerary
Airport pick up, drop off and assistance
English speaking tour guide
Transportations to the mentioned sites by air conditioned bus
Unlimited snacks, bottles of water, juice and even coffee/tea station on the bus!
Entry tickets to the sites mentioned in the itinerary.
