Balloons take to the sky at dawn above Pharaoh Ramesses II memorial temple in Theban Necropolis, Upper Egypt
A guest photographing the temple in Dendera, Egypt
The temple dedicated to Ramses II, Abu Simbel on Lake Nassar, Egypt.
Camels and The Great Pyramids of Giza, UNESCO World Heritage site
Camels at the Great Pyramids, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nile River Valley, Egypt.
Balloons take to the sky at dawn above Pharaoh Ramesses II memorial temple in Theban Necropolis, Upper Egypt
ExpeditionsPassage Through Egypt Aboard Oberoi Philae

Passage Through Egypt Aboard Oberoi Philae

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Travel to storied Egypt, delve into its legendary past, and connect with the spirit still illuminating today. With expert Egyptologists and a certified photo instructor by your side, spend six nights aboard the Nile's finest vessel beholding landscapes that have sustained life for millennia. From the Pyramids to Valley of the Kings, Sphinx, and Tomb of Nefertari to mesmerizing Luxor guarded by massive Ramses II, nothing compares to this scale of grandness.

Highlights

Ship Oberoi Philae
  • Sail the Nile, seamlessly connected to the landscape by floor-length windows and gracious open spaces, making the Oberoi Philae the elegant centerpiece of your trip

  • Travel effortlessly and in style with first-class hotels and private internal flights

  • Look to seasoned Egyptologists to balance the deluge of discovery with stories, daily recaps, and modern updates

  • Capture each moment in perpetuity with your National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions Certified Photo Instructor's guidance and encouragement

  • Extend your expedition in Cairo or Jordan, including Petra and the Dead Sea

  • Enjoy special access to the Sphinx, and avoid the crowds as you savor your time with the King Tut collection during an after-hours Antiquities Museum visit

From

$9,580

/ per person

Includes required flights

duration
12 Days

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From

$9,580

/ per person

duration
12 Days

View our brochure for more details

2025-26 Voyages

From

$9,580

/ per person

duration
12 Days

View our brochure for more details

2025-26 Voyages

Ships

Ship Oberoi Philae

Oberoi Philae

GUESTS 44

CABINS 22

DECKS 5

Originally built for 100 guests, Oberoi Philae was remodeled and reconfigured to accommodate 44 in her peerless style.

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Expedition Extensions

Stunning view from a cave of the Ad Deir - Monastery in the ancient city of Petra, Jordan
Extension
Post-Voyage

Jordan - Post-Voyage Extension

Duration6 Days

Starting from

$4,730

/ per person

Explore
Ibn Tulun Mosque, built around an open square courtyard that allows natural light to travel through, is one of the oldest Mosque in Cairo, Egypt
Extension
Pre-Voyage

Alexandria and Old Cairo Pre-Voyage Extension

Duration4 Days

Starting from

$3,650

/ per person

Explore
Ibn Tulun Mosque, built around an open square courtyard that allows natural light to travel through, is one of the oldest Mosque in Cairo, Egypt
Extension
Pre-Voyage

Cairo Pre-Voyage Extension

Duration3 Days

Starting from

$1,389

/ per person

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Expedition Team

Our captains, crew, staff and guides make up the most experienced team in the industry—committed to making every voyage unforgettable. Veteran captains, with decades at sea, are experts at navigating in all conditions, while seasoned naturalists bring advanced knowledge in fields such as geology, wildlife biology and climate science. Many of these professionals have been with us for decades, and their insights bring each destination to life in ways that profoundly enrich your journey. Their expertise is the foundation for the meaningful and transformative experiences we offer in the world’s most extraordinary places.

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Special Offers

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