Christmas & New Year’s evE in Egypt

Dec 19 - Dec 28th 2026

Join a small group of adventure travelers on nine days Journey through Egypt.

Ten days, nine nights. A route that begins in Nubia on the Nile, where the colossi of Abu Simbel gaze over Lake Nasser and ends exploring the mysteries of Giza under the long shadow of the pyramids.

Egypt has long been the traveler's holy grail. To the ardent explorer, eternal Egypt gives up her wonders piece by piece, yet part of her allure may be that she still withholds an untold wealth of secrets lost to time. Her ancient mysteries remain obscured by the sands of ages, despite centuries of modern fascination. Each new dig continues to shift what we thought we knew and to add to what we struggle to decipher. That vast unknown stands against the sheer scale of what is already visible. Her natural beauty, grand palaces, deep tombs and standing temples walk us through a span of time nearly unfathomable, back to the very dawn of civilization. There is, quite simply, no experience to compare.

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More Details Below.

A Glimpse into our exquisitely curated itinerary, crafted for those with a thirst for experience, a sense of wonder, and a deep intellectual curiosity:

We move the way the Nile does, south to north, from Abu Simbel in Nubia to a Christmas morning in Luxor among the wonders of tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the towering temples of Karnak. We end our journey exploring the lesser know mysteries beneath Giza's famed pyramids in Cairo.

We're capping this party of travelers at a select eight, with guest's ages in the 30s give or take. Fine tastes are welcome, paired with a willingness to go off the marked path: to hike deep into a tomb, climb a canyon at dusk, sit up by a fire under more stars than you've seen in years, and sleep in an eco-lodge under a mosquito net without a second thought.

Eight strangers, crossing the Nile and the desert together for 10 days, tend not to stay strangers. That's as much the point of this trip as the temples are, the kind of camaraderie you get from deeper conversation and shared expanding minds.

This is an intentionally small group at no more than eight, so if this is calling to you, we'd suggest applying immediately while spots are available.

For the privacy of our guests, the exact stays and full excursion itinerary isn't published, it's shared once you are excepted to the group.

Details

  • What is Included:

    Welcome dinner with a light get-to-know-you structure

    Tickets and guides for all planned excursions.

    Spa and experience treatments and offerings included in the itinerary.

    Hotel stays, Breakfast and Lunch.

    Dinners when noted in the itinerary otherwise we do have a few evenings where guests can explore local restaurant offerings on their own.

    Ground transport and in country flights.

    Not included in rate but available to book: A private session with a renowned photographer, available to book individually or as a group, for a fun, lowkey custom shoot

  • Q: How do I apply, and what's the process?
    Fill out the short application HERE. We are actively interviewing potential guests now so we invite you to apply and we will be in touch!

    Q: Is there a deadline to apply?
    Yes, we will only be 8 persons, and spots are filling on a first-come basis. We recommend applying as soon as possible to secure a place.

    Q: Can I apply with a partner or friend?
    This trip is designed for solo applicants to keep the group dynamic organic but you are welcome to inquire and we will consider all applications with an open mind.

    Q: What should I bring?
    We will send out a very detailed packing guide to reference!

    Q: Is travel insurance required?
    No but it is strongly recommended. Note that some major credit cards cover many travel situations quite extensively. We trust that you will make the coverage choice that fits your needs and risks.

    Q: What if I need to cancel?
    Because we book the logistics well in advance and they are not refundable, and the time that goes into the planning cannot be recovered; our pmts are also non-refundable with one possible exception which is not guaranteed: We can try to see if someone else who applied but was waitlisted, still has the flexibility in their holiday schedule to take your spot. If that is the case, they would “buy you out” and there would be an admin fee of €550 for navigating this process and processing the transactions.

  • Q: What is the guest photo policy?

    • Ask before you photograph someone. A quick "mind if I grab a photo?" is the norm here, don't take photos of other guests without their permission.

    • Don't post any photo that includes another guest to social media, publicly or privately, without that person's explicit consent, even if you think they'd be fine with it. Ask first, every time.

    • Photos of just you, your own view, your own moments, are yours to post to your heart's content.

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“By living a life based on wisdom and truth, one can discover the divinity of the soul, its union to the universe, the supreme peace and contentment which comes from satisfying the inner drive for self discovery.”

  • Muata Ashby, (Ancient Egyptian Proverbs)

I met a traveller from an antique land who said: Two vast and trunkless legs of stone stand in the desert. Near them, on the sand, half sunk, a shattered visage lies, whose frown, and wrinkled lip, and sneer of cold command, tell that its sculptor well those passions read which yet survive, stamped on these lifeless things, the hand that mocked them and the heart that fed: And on the pedestal these words appear: "My name is Ozymandias, king of kings: Look on my works, ye Mighty, and despair!" Nothing beside remains. Round the decay of that colossal wreck, boundless and bare the lone and level sands stretch far away.

Percy Bysshe Shelley

Assumption of Risk


This event includes physical activities such as climbing down into tombs, hiking around expansive ancient sites, options for diving, and other physical endeavors, which carry inherent risks of injury. By applying to and participating in this trip, guests acknowledge these risks and agree to review and sign a full Liability Waiver prior to travel. We strongly recommend all guests obtain comprehensive travel insurance, including coverage for winter sports and medical evacuation, prior to departure. Participation in this event is voluntary, and guests are responsible for assessing their own fitness and ability to safely engage in offered activities.