Explore Egypt like you’ve never seen it before

For over 25 years, Amazing Global Travel has been introducing visitors to Egypt, Jordan and the Middle East and beyond. Founded by Egyptologist and luxury travel specialist Ahmed Nagy, the company remains owner-led. At the time of writing, AGT has 246 reviews on Tripadvisor, of which 241 (98%) are 5-star rated. This isn’t achieved without a personal, hands-on approach that ensures seamless logistics, and a white‑glove service, and isn’t something you can really expect from a faceless megabrand.

And for the ultimate experience with the company take a look at their luxury private Egypt tour that takes in Cairo, Alexandria and a luxury cruise on the Red Sea, currently on sale at $13,999 per person – led by insiders, steeped in steeped in history and splendour. Read on to learn more about this unique flagship tour.

Days 1–4: Arriving in Cairo in style

Touchdown in Cairo, and your VIP treatment begins with a fast‑track visa service, a private transfer and a direct escort to the Four Seasons Nile Plaza. Here you will stay in a room that overlooks the river, whilst the hotel’s spa and rooftop pool beckon. You’ll enjoy a restful evening whilst being primed for the wonders that lie ahead.

You’ll spend day two under the desert sun, beholden by the magic of Giza. Inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu, you’ll get to ascend its narrow passages to the King’s Chamber, and stand before the Sphinx and linger over centuries of speculation. After lunch at the 9 Pyramids Lounge, the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to Tutankhamun’s treasures, is a must-see in the afternoon.

The next morning begins with the Citadel of Saladin, before sauntering down Al‑Moez Street to admire the architectural anthology of mosques and market life. It concludes with an extraordinary gaze into Egypt’s pharaoh past with a visit to the mummies at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Savour the peace and solitude of the Red Pyramid, and stand before Djoser’s Step Pyramid.

Days 5–8: Alexandria and Luxor

Leave Cairo for Alexandria and visit the modern marvel of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, before descending into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa to view a mélange of Greco‑Roman‑Egyptian underground etchings. Enjoy the breeze atop Citadel of Qaitbay, the lost Lighthouse of Alexandria, after a luxurious seafood lunch.

Fly to Luxor and check into the iconic Winter Palace, followed by the option of an afternoon carriage ride or a twilight cruise, ahead of seeing the Temples of Karnak and Luxor, and walking the Avenue of Sphinxes.

After crossing to the West Bank, a descent into Tutankhamun’s tomb and a visit to Hatshepsut’s terraced mortuary temple are among the many highlights before boarding the Oberoi Philae cruise ship for a luxury adventure on the Nile.

Days 9–12: Cruising the Nile

Disembark at Edfu for the Temple of Horus—its columns carved like poetic hieroglyphs. Sail to Kom Ombo to visit its duplex temple, dual god shrines and crocodile mummy museum. The next day, admire the Nile’s engineering marvel that is High Dam, and cross to Philae Temple via motor‑boat and drift in quiet awe around Agilkia Island.

Days 11-12: Awesome Aswan

At dawn, fly to Abu Simbel to stand before Ramesses II and Nefertari’s colossal facades. Return to Aswan and check into the legendary Old Cataract Hotel, a former respite for Agatha Christie, and soak in the history on one of the hotel’s many verandahs.

Discover Nubian life at the Nubian Museum before visiting a local village for a traditional lunch aboard a sailboat.

Days 13–17: Red Sea luxury

Fly to Sharm El Sheikh, where a sea-view room awaits at the Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh. From here you’ll enjoy three days of unhurried luxury, with an array of indulgences on offer, from spas and private dining to snorkelling and sunbathing.

On the final day, fly back to Cairo for your international departure, laden with memories of a luxury trip that has been carefully curated and truly personalised.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Amazing Global Travel.

Paul Johnson

Paul Johnson is Editor of A Luxury Travel Blog and has worked in the travel industry for more than 30 years. He is Winner of the Innovations in Travel ‘Best Travel Influencer’ Award from WIRED magazine. In addition to other awards, the blog has also been voted “one of the world’s best travel blogs” and “best for luxury” by The Telegraph.