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About this trip
Robert Edward Grant welcomes you on this extraordinary tour of exploration and discovery. It is a luxury tour with private access to ancient sites otherwise off-bounds to the broader general public. You will see and experience the beauty of Ancient Egypt from a unique perspective straight from Robert Edward Grant himself, and learn about the secrets and missing technologies of Ancient Egypt from Egyptologist, Mohamed Ibrahim.
Set forth to explore ongoing research efforts to uncover relevant and timely findings at Ancient Temples and Sacred Spaces all over the world. These amazing journeys are the real deal – and NOT for everyone. Our team pushes the boundaries to explore, hike, crawl, and ascend the tunnels, chambers, and pathways that are often less traveled.
Expedition Overview
FEB 01-FEB 12, 2025
Throughout this ΑΧΩ Expedition, we will be visiting the following sites while venturing down the Nile for 7 days (many of which will be private visits):
DAYS 01-02: Arrival & Sakkara
- Step Pyramid Complex
DAYS 03-09: Nile river cruise (exclusive farewell dinner at an Ancient Site on Day 09)
- Hathor Temple
- Abydos Temple
- Ramses II Temple
- Osirion Temple
- Ramesseum Temple
- Luxor Temple
- Esna Temple
- Kom Ombo Temple
- Unfinished Obelisk
- Philae Temple
- Elephantine Island
- Karnak Temple
DAY 10-11: Cairo & Dahshur
- Great Pyramid
- Red Pyramid
- Bent Pyramid
DAY 12: Departure
FAQ's
Where are we staying?
We will be staying at luxury, 5-star hotels at the start and end of the trip as well as river cruise boats during our time on the Nile. Hotel details will be provided with more information at a later date.
Are all accommodations included?
Yes, all accommodations/meals are included unless you choose to arrive and/or depart outside of the dates listed. A valid credit card will be required at time of check-in for incidentals.
Which airport do I fly in and out of?
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
When does the expedition start?
The expedition begins the evening of Saturday, February 01st at 6:00 PM with a Welcome Orientation and dinner.
When doe the expedition end?
The expedition ends on Wednesday, February 12th. There are no activities/site visits scheduled on this day and is considered the day of departure.
Can I extend my trip?
If you would like to arrive before February 01st or depart after February 12th, please reach out to Eden Viza at eden@robertedwardgrant.com.
Can I bring my kids?
This is an adults only trip, minimum age requirement is 18 years old.
Do I need a visa to visit Egypt?
All visitors are required to obtain a tourist visa to enter Egypt. Citizens from the US, Australia, UK and EU may obtain a tourist visa on arrival at Cairo Airport for a fee of $25 USD and is done prior to Passport Control. Please check with your local Egyptian Consulate for entry requirements and regulations applying to your citizenship.
Will the tours be given in multiple languages?
All tours throughout the expedition will be given in English by English-speaking guides.
*Please note that a comprehensive list of all of the above information (and more) as well as the full detailed itinerary will be provided at a later date.
What’s included
- Participation11-day expedition through Egypt
- Luxury HotelsAccommodations at 5 star hotels, The St. Regis New Capital and Four Seasons Cairo
- Private Nile Cruise7-night private Nile Cruise
- Airport TransportationTransportation to and from Cairo airport within the dates listed
- Tours of Ancient SitesTour guides, site visits, admission, transportation
- Domestic FlightsFlights from Cairo to Luxor / Luxor to Cairo
- MealsAll food and beverages are included during event dates
- AXΩ EducationPresentations and lectures from Robert and accompanying faculty members
- Special EventPrivate dinner event at an Ancient Site
What’s not included
- International FlightsTravelers are responsible for booking their flights to and from Cusco
- Entry Visa to EgyptEntry visa to Egypt - Check your country's requirements
- Travel InsuranceTravelers are responsible for purchasing separately (highly recommended)
- Trip ExtensionTravelers are responsible for additional nights at hotels, early hotel check-in, late hotel check-out, or ground transportation outside of listed tour dates
- Additional ChargesHotel incidentals, laundry service, gratuity, portable WiFi devices, SIM cards
- TippingA $150 tip will be collected from each participant for those who helped guide us throughout our trip
Available Packages
This option is for one occupant per room only. Select this option if you are traveling solo and do not want to be paired with a roommate.
Kindly note that the assigned room may have two single beds due to the limited availability of rooms with a king bed.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
Payments: A deposit of $2500.00 per person is required at the time of booking and included in the total package price. Bookings made within 60 days preceding the tour’s start will require full and final payment immediately upon booking. Deposit is non-refundable. We will gladly issue a refund of the total amount paid (minus deposit) only if your spot can be filled before December 3, 2024. There will be no refunds issued after December 4, 2024.
Cancellations: In the case of unforeseen events that prohibit travel, the tour will be postponed to a later date. Current payments minus hard costs will be applied to the rescheduled event.
*Click here to learn more about our Terms & Conditions.
This option is for two occupants per room. Select this option if you and your partner would like a room with one king bed.
If booking with another person, please choose a qty of 2 when selecting this package option. You will have an opportunity to indicate your roommate at the time of booking.
Kindly note that the assigned room may have two single beds due to the limited availability of rooms with a king bed. We will do our best to accommodate this request.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
Payments: A deposit of $2500.00 per person is required at the time of booking and included in the total package price. Bookings made within 60 days preceding the tour’s start will require full and final payment immediately upon booking. Deposit is non-refundable. We will gladly issue a refund of the total amount paid (minus deposit) only if your spot can be filled before December 3, 2024. There will be no refunds issued after December 4, 2024.
Cancellations: In the case of unforeseen events that prohibit travel, the tour will be postponed to a later date. Current payments minus hard costs will be applied to the rescheduled event.
*Click here to learn more about our Terms & Conditions.
This option is for two occupants per room. Select this option if you would like to be assigned a roommate or if you and your travel partner do not want to share a bed.
If booking with another person, please choose a qty of 2 when selecting this package option. You will have an opportunity to indicate your roommate at the time of booking. If you do not have a travel partner and are being paired with a roommate, please input "PAIR WITH ROOMMATE" in the "ROOMMAT'E'S NAME" field.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
Payments: A deposit of $2500.00 per person is required at the time of booking and included in the total package price. Bookings made within 60 days preceding the tour’s start will require full and final payment immediately upon booking. Deposit is non-refundable. We will gladly issue a refund of the total amount paid (minus deposit) only if your spot can be filled before December 3, 2024. There will be no refunds issued after December 4, 2024.
Cancellations: In the case of unforeseen events that prohibit travel, the tour will be postponed to a later date. Current payments minus hard costs will be applied to the rescheduled event.
*Click here to learn more about our Terms & Conditions.
This option is for one occupant per room only. Select this option if you are traveling solo and do not want to be paired with a roommate. The 'Luxury Upgrade' reserves your room on the newer cruise boat.
Kindly note that the assigned room may have two single beds due to the limited availability of rooms with a king bed.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
Payments: A deposit of $2500.00 per person is required at the time of booking and included in the total package price. Bookings made within 60 days preceding the tour’s start will require full and final payment immediately upon booking. Deposit is non-refundable. We will gladly issue a refund of the total amount paid (minus deposit) only if your spot can be filled before December 3, 2024. There will be no refunds issued after December 4, 2024.
Cancellations: In the case of unforeseen events that prohibit travel, the tour will be postponed to a later date. Current payments minus hard costs will be applied to the rescheduled event.
*Click here to learn more about our Terms & Conditions.
This option is for two occupants per room. Select this option if you and your partner would like a room with one king bed. The 'Luxury Upgrade' reserves your room on the newer cruise boat.
If booking with another person, please choose a qty of 2 when selecting this package option. You will have an opportunity to indicate your roommate at the time of booking.
Kindly note that the assigned room may have two single beds due to the limited availability of rooms with a king bed. We will do our best to accommodate this request.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
Payments: A deposit of $2500.00 per person is required at the time of booking and included in the total package price. Bookings made within 60 days preceding the tour’s start will require full and final payment immediately upon booking. Deposit is non-refundable. We will gladly issue a refund of the total amount paid (minus deposit) only if your spot can be filled before December 3, 2024. There will be no refunds issued after December 4, 2024.
Cancellations: In the case of unforeseen events that prohibit travel, the tour will be postponed to a later date. Current payments minus hard costs will be applied to the rescheduled event.
*Click here to learn more about our Terms & Conditions.
This option is for two occupants per room. Select this option if you would like to be assigned a roommate or if you and your travel partner do not want to share a bed. The 'Luxury Upgrade' reserves your room on the newer cruise boat.
If booking with another person, please choose a qty of 2 when selecting this package option. You will have an opportunity to indicate your roommate at the time of booking. If you do not have a travel partner and are being paired with a roommate, please input "PAIR WITH ROOMMATE" in the "ROOMMAT'E'S NAME" field.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
Payments: A deposit of $2500.00 per person is required at the time of booking and included in the total package price. Bookings made within 60 days preceding the tour’s start will require full and final payment immediately upon booking. Deposit is non-refundable. We will gladly issue a refund of the total amount paid (minus deposit) only if your spot can be filled before December 3, 2024. There will be no refunds issued after December 4, 2024.
Cancellations: In the case of unforeseen events that prohibit travel, the tour will be postponed to a later date. Current payments minus hard costs will be applied to the rescheduled event.
*Click here to learn more about our Terms & Conditions.