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Journeys: Discover Egypt

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10 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Highlights

Marvel at the breathtaking pyramids of Giza the oldest and last remaining of the original Seven Wonders of the World.

Tour the majestic site of Abu Simbel and relish in the striking rock-cut temples built by Pharaoh Ramses II.

Sample traditional Egyptian fare with a special dinner served in the home of a local Nubian family.

Join an archaeologist and learn about the ongoing excavations of some of Egypt’s most famed archeological sites — including the West Bank at Luxor.

Itinerary

Follow in the footsteps of the Pharaohs on a remarkable journey through Egypt. Uncover its most iconic archaeological sites — Abu Simble, Philae Temple, Edu fu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple and the Valley of the Kings — with expert-led tours through each of these jaw-dropping wonders. Experience the warmth and hospitality of Egyptian culture with a food tour through Cairo, a visit to a community farming project dedicated to empowering local farmers and women, a meet-and-greet with locals at a G for Good project, and a traditional Egyptian meal in the home of a Nubian family.

day 1Cairo

Arrive at any time. Your arrival transfer is included.
Enjoy a welcome meeting at the hotel in the evening, where you will receive more details about the coming adventure. Before you go, make sure to catch the National Geographic documentary series "Lost Treasures of Egypt" which features many of the archaeological sites you will explore throughout this adventure.

Accomodation
Safir Hotel Cairo (or similar)
Transport
Arrival Transfer
Included Activity
Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2Cairo

day 3Cairo/Aswān

day 4Aswān

day 5Aswān/Luxor

day 6Luxor

day 7Luxor

day 8Luxor/Cairo

day 9Cairo

day 10Cairo

What's Included

Accommodation
Hotels – 9 nts.
Meals
9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners
Note: Allow USD265-345 for meals not included.
Transport
Private vehicle, plane, bicycle, walking, felucca, motorboat.
Guide
Certified Egyptologist as National Geographic Expedition Leader throughout.
Included activities
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Nawaya Project Visit, CairoYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Meet with an Archaeologist, LuxorYour G for Good Moment: Funtasia Project Visit, LuxorYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and GroupYour Local Living Moment: Boat ride to Nubian Village with Traditional Meal, AswānYour Local Living Moment: Local Family Home Hosted Lunch, LuxorYour Foodie Moment: Cairo Food Tour, CairoArrival transferGuided visit to the Pyramids of Giza and SphinxGuided visit to Sakkara and the Step Pyramid of ZoserGuided visit of Philae Temple in AswanVisit to the Abu Simbel templeGuided visit of the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Queen HatshepsutGuided visit to the temples of Edfu and Kom OmboGuided visit to the temples of Karnak and LuxorVisit the Grand Egyptian MuseumVisit the Hanging church, St Sergius church & Ben Ezra SynagogueExplore the Khan El Khalili market and Muiz Islamic streetDeparture transferInternal flights on tour and all transport between destinations and to/from included activities

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