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BEYOND THE MONUMENTS

A WOMEN'S JOURNEY THROUGH EGYPT

November 21st - 29th, 2026

9 Days / 8 Nights  I  Cairo + Nile Cruise

Women-Led Small Group  I  From $7,989

Led by Women. Designed for Women.

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Women Owned. Women Guided.

(Her)story & (Her)itage

Culture. Heritage. Connections. Wellness. Reflection.
See the monuments. Experience the Egypt beyond them.

Experience Egypt beyond the monuments through a truly unique journey built around local relationships, cultural immersion, wellness and meaningful conversations.

This journey is not simply about travel.

 

It's about access.

 

Access to people. Access to ideas. Access to conversations. Access to communities. Access to experiences that most travelers would never encounter on their own. The social, cultural, and relational capital brought by the partnership creates opportunities for authentic engagement rather than traditional sightseeing.

Informational Zoom Meetings

Meet and Greet: Connect with Essraa, Kelly and other prospective travelers, ask questions and learn what to expect from Beyond the Monuments. 

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Tuesday, September 1st & 8th  I  3:00 p.m. PT / 6:pm EST

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Led by Kelly Rye,
Founder of Divine Light Energy Healing

Balances Spiritual Wellness

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Her work incorporates Reiki, Energy Medicine, Hypnosis and guided practices focused on mind-body-spirit awareness.

Led by Essraa Nawar, Founder & CEO, SHEM Consulting

Curator of Public Intellectual Discourse

 

TV Host, Podcast Host, TEDx Speaker, Writer, Librarian, Yogi, Runner, World Traveler, Photographer, Wife, Mother of 3

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Why Travel With Us?

Essraa brings the cultural access, relationships, Egypt knowledge, storytelling and intellectual/cultural dimension; Kelly brings the wellness, reflection and spiritual dimension.

The intersection of the two is what makes this journey remarkable.

A Woman’s Journey of Culture, Wellness & Growth...

Culture

Experiencing Egypt through people and lived traditions.

Wellness

 Slowing down, reflection, Mind/Body/Spirit.

Growth

Returning home with new perspectives, friendships, and a deeper understanding.

Sacred Experiences

A foundation built on curated journeys that combine travel, wellness, culture, learning, and authentic human connection—offering participants rare access to people, places, and perspectives that transform the way they see the world.

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Interfaith Experiences

& Cultures

Bridge traditions through meaningful interfaith moments.

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Local & Authentic Connections

Meet inspiring locals & experience daily Egyptian life.

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Meaningful & Real Dialogues 

Real, heartfelt conversations that inform & transform.

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Coptic & Islamic

Heritage

Explore Egypt’s rich Spiritual

roots & culture.

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Curated & Unique Experiences

Exclusive access not available

to most tourists.

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Wellness, Spirituality, & Reflection

Nourish your body, mind, & soul in sacred settings.

All while also visiting some of Egypt's most sacred sites...

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PYRAMIDS

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SAQQARA

DAHSHUR

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ISIS PHILAE

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KOM OMBO

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EDFU

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KARNAK

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DENDERA

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ABYDOS

AND SO MUCH MORE...

What You Can't Book on a Traditional Tour?

Private conversations. Women’s stories. Local homes and communities. Interfaith encounters. Wellness and reflection. Relationships built through decades of connection to Egypt.

 

And time dedicated to YOU.

 

Each guest will have an opportunity for a personalized one-on-one session with the two trip leaders — a private space for reflection, conversation, mind mapping, personal growth, time management, goal setting, or exploring whatever feels most meaningful at this stage of life.

 

These are the people, conversations, places, and personal moments that don’t appear on a traditional itinerary — experiences shaped by genuine relationships, thoughtful access, and the individual interests of the women traveling with us.

 

Because this journey isn’t only about the Egypt you come to see. It’s also about the conversations, connections, perspectives, and perhaps even a little more clarity that you take home with you.

Journey Itinerary

This tentative itinerary is provided as a sample and is intended to give you a sense of the journey and experiences planned. The final itinerary, including specific sites, activities, accommodations, and timing, will be confirmed closer to departure and may be adjusted based on availability, local conditions, special opportunities, and other logistical considerations. Any updates will be communicated to participants prior to travel.

Day 1

Arrive in Cairo
 

Upon arrival at Cairo airport, you will receive assistance through customs and immigration before transferring to your deluxe 5-star hotel. Once everyone settles in, we’ll have a meet-and-greet welcome dinner.

Day 2

Giza Plateau, Saqqara 

& Dahshur

Early in the morning, you will have a private visit with permission to enter the Great Pyramid and charge your soul. We will learn more about ourselves as we take a deep dive and experience your energy while exploring the Giza Plateau and the Sphinx area.

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After our Great Pyramid visit, we will head to breakfast on a rooftop overlooking the pyramids and the Sphinx to enjoy the energy you've gained and watch the sunrise.

 

Then we head to Saqqara’s Necropolis, home to the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, considered by many to be the first pyramid, where they found the first religious texts in history carved there. Each step represents the seven evolutionary levels of human consciousness.

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This pyramid and the massive structure around it, designed by the architect/physician Imhotep (circa 2700 BC), were not only the first large stone structures in the world, but today they still constitute the largest stone temple complex on earth. You will enter the mysterious Serapeum, the tombs of the sacred bulls, a rarely visited site.

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Lunch Time: After your tour, we will move to have lunch (drinks excluded).

 

Next, head to Dahshur, home to two pyramids: the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid. Exploring is ideal. Not just a historical journey, but a spiritual pilgrimage, connecting visitors to the enduring human quest for meaning, balance, and transcendence.

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Evening: Visit a local aromatherapy workshop to learn about traditional Egyptian oils and their contemporary use in wellness practices. Afterward, return to your Cairo hotel for the evening,

Aswan & Isis Temple

​Check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport to fly to Aswan.

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Head to the fascinating Temple of Isis (Philae Temple), moved to the Island of Agilkia after the waters rose. Many people experience what is described as “a new birth” — it corresponds to the Root Chakra. We will take a motorboat to the temple of Isis on Philae Island and experience the beautiful feminine energy of this temple complex. Temple of Isis on Philae Island (Root Chakra) is the cosmic altar and the raw essence of creation. Now encircled by crystal blue waters and adorned with lush foliage.

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After you finish your lovely visit, we will be heading our way to check in to your 5-star deluxe Nile cruise for lunch, where you can also enjoy cruise activities and dinner in the evening.

 

Dinner and overnight on the cruise.

Day 3

Kom Ombo & Edfu

After breakfast, we continue your tour, visit the temples of Kom Ombo, and then sail to Edfu Temple. The temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu are not only architectural marvels but also profound spiritual centers that reflect ancient Egyptian core beliefs.

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Both temples embody the cosmic order (Ma’at) central to Egyptian spirituality — Edfu through Horus’s triumph over chaos, Kom Ombo through the balance of Sobek and Horus. They serve as pilgrimage sites where visitors connect with the divine, reflect on mythology, and experience the enduring legacy of a civilization that revered the sacred union of gods and mortals.

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Dinner and overnight on the cruise.

Day 4

Day 5

Luxor & Karnak

After breakfast, we will head to the Karnak Temple and visit the Sekhmet sanctuary. It is considered the largest temple in the world, consisting of 6 Temples. The Temple of Karnak in Luxor is one of Egypt’s most sacred sites, dedicated to the god Amun and serving as a nexus of divine power.

 

Within its vast complex, the Chapel of Sekhmet stands as a hidden sanctuary of transformation and inner fire. Sekhmet, the lion-headed goddess of the eye of Ra, embodies the dual forces of destruction and healing, destruction as a means to restore truth and order. Experience the magnificent healing energies as you walk through the seven doors of the Sekhmet Temple and visit the sacred lake.

 

Lunch and dinner on the cruise and overnight stay.

Day 6

Hatshepsut Temple &

The Valley of the Kings

Luxury breakfast on the Nile cruise, then off to see the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. The mortuary temple of Hatshepsut, also known as Djeser-Djeseru, is a monumental architectural masterpiece built for Pharaoh Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, blending funerary, religious, and political significance. The Temple of Hatshepsut was far more than a royal monument — it was a sacred space designed to secure her divine status, connect her to the gods, and ensure her eternal worship.

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After lunch, we head close by to visit the Valley of the Kings. The Valley of the Kings is a significant archaeological site located on the west bank of the Nile, opposite Luxor. It served as the royal burial ground for pharaohs during the New Kingdom (1550-1070 BC). The valley contains 63 known tombs, including Tutankhamun's, which was famously discovered in 1922. The site offers insight into ancient Egyptian burial practices and showcases intricate wall paintings and artifacts. Visitors come to explore the tombs and learn about the rich history of Egypt's past civilizations.

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​Dinner and overnight on the cruise.

Day 7

Dendera & Abydos

Early morning journey to Dendera Temple (the Temple of Hathor), where Hathor was the goddess of love and joy. Dendera Temple was constructed during the Roman period; it is considered one of the latest Temples in Egypt. Hathor is the goddess of malachite, perfume, cosmetics, music, dance, joy, love, mining, and fertility.

 

Then we can add Abydos Temple to help you gain more energy. Abydos is one of the oldest and most sacred sites in the world, revered for over 6,000 years as a spiritual and religious center. Its spiritual significance is deeply tied to Osiris, the god of the afterlife, resurrection, and renewal.

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Once the tour is complete, you will be transferred back to Luxor in comfort, stop for lunch, then return to your hotel for the night, or, if flights are available that day, fly on.

Day 8

Coptic Cairo

Back in Cairo, enjoy the day visiting old Coptic Cairo. Coptic Cairo is one of Egypt’s oldest Christian districts, home to churches, synagogues, and Roman-era fortifications. Spend time with Mary Magdalene inside the cave where the Virgin Mary lived for 3 months and feel her energy. Coptic Cairo remains one of Cairo’s most important cultural districts, offering a concentrated look at Egypt’s Christian heritage, Jewish history, and Roman-era architecture.​

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We can add the new GEM Museum or a walking tour in the local Khan El Khalili market. Final night in Cairo.

Day 9

Departures

Check out from your hotel and transfer to the airport to fly back home.

Journey Timeline

  • Journey days: November 21st – November 29th, 2026

  • Your arrival to Cairo International Airport:
    November 21st, 2026 (or earlier, if you decide so)

  • Departure from Cairo International Airport:
    November 29th, 2026 (or later, if you decide so)

  • You can however prolong your stay in Egypt! Let us know.

Price $7,989*

  • Double Occupancy

  • 9 Days, 8 Nights

  • 5-Star Hotel Accommodations Included

  • 4 Night Stay on Luxurious Dahabiya Boat - Nile Cruise

  • Final payment due September 30, 2026

  • Payments made via wire transfer, cashier's check, or check (digital payment options available upon request)

Inclusions

  • Dedicated private Egyptologist guides throughout your entire journey.

  • All private transfers in luxury vehicles.

  • Meet-and-assist services.

  • Domestic flights (Cairo - Aswan)

  • Luxury Nile Cruise (for 4 nights) with full board.

  • VIP access & guided tours of all major sites.

  • Bottled water & refreshments during tours.

  • 24/7 support throughout your trip.

Exclusions

  • International airfare (to Cairo)

  • Tipping and gratuities

  • Meals not specified in the itinerary

  • Optional activities (camel rides, tomb visits, etc.)

  • Personal expenses and drinks

  • Entry visa to Egypt

Limited Spots Available

Curated Intimate Group Settings for Ultimate Experiences.

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Travel Logistics & Accommodations provided by the award-winning Your Egypt Tours,
our trusted travel company.
Your Egypt Tours has been Egypt's foremost luxury travel company since 2001, combining comfort and authenticity in Egypt. Discover the magic of Egypt with luxury Egypt tours, designed for travelers who love comfort, authenticity, and a truly personal touch.
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