Itinerary
- Day 1
Cairo
You'll land at Cairo International Airport at 3:00 p.m., where your Trip Leader meets you. Included transportation takes you to your hotel to settle in. After the welcome meeting, head into the evening to walk through the historic Bazaar of Khan el-Khalili and El Moez Street. You'll finish the day with koshary, Egypt's famous national dish.
- Start point
- Cairo, Cairo, Egypt (Cairo International Airport, 15:00)
- Meals
- Dinner (Koshary - a mixture of rice, lentils, tomato sauce, and garlic sauce)
Included Activities
- Guided walk through Bazaar of Khan el-Khalili
- Walk along El Moez Street
- Koshary meal (Egypt's national dish)
Landmarks Khan el-Khalili El Moez Street - Day 2
Cairo
After a buffet breakfast at your hotel, you'll head to the Pyramids of Giza. Grab a shawarma or falafel sandwich for lunch to go, then spend the afternoon on a guided tour of the Egyptian Museum and its antique collections. The evening is yours to explore night markets or, if you're interested, join an optional Nile River cruise.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Buffet-style breakfast at hotel), Lunch (Shawarma or falafel sandwich (to-go from local restaurant))
Included Activities
- Visit the Pyramids of Giza
- Guided tour of the Egyptian Museum with antique collections and treasures
Optional Activities
- Explore night markets
- Nile River cruise
Landmarks Pyramids of Giza Egyptian Museum 
- Day 3
Cairo to Aswan
You'll take an included domestic flight down to Aswan in southern Egypt. Kayak along the Nile for about an hour, watching local bird life and scenic islands (Philae Temple is available to visit at your own expense). Later, walk through local markets with your Trip Leader before checking into your hotel on the Nile. That evening, cross to the west bank and visit a Nubian village where you'll enjoy an authentic home-cooked meal with your host family.
- Meals
- Dinner (Authentic Nubian meal cooked by host family in a local home)
Included Activities
- Domestic flight to Aswan
- Kayaking along the Nile River (1 hour)
- Walk through local markets
- Visit to Nubian village
- Authentic Nubian meal at local home with host family
Optional Activities
- Visit Philae Temple (entry fees at own expense)
- Visit Nubian Museum
Landmarks Philae Temple Nubian Museum - Day 4
Aswan
Wake before 5 a.m. for a 3-hour bus ride to Abu Simbel. You'll spend about 2 hours exploring the two massive rock-cut temples built by King Ramses II, including the smaller temple for Queen Nefertari. Back in Aswan by afternoon, relax at the hotel pool or explore the city. Evening options include an optional guided tour of Philae Temple, visiting Ferial Gardens, or checking out the night market.
Included Activities
- Visit Abu Simbel temples (approximately 2-hour visit)
Optional Activities
- Guided nighttime tour of Philae Temple
- Visit Ferial Gardens for scenic views
- Shop at night market
Landmarks Abu Simbel temples Philae Temple Ferial Gardens - Day 5
Aswan
After hotel breakfast, board your private felucca for a full day on the Nile. You'll watch rural Egyptian life from the riverbanks while your Nubian crew serves healthy vegetarian meals throughout the day. See the sunset and enjoy the night sky. You'll sleep on the open felucca deck with provided sleeping mat, blankets, pillow, and mosquito net.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Served at hotel), Lunch (Healthy, vegetarian meal cooked aboard the felucca by Nubian crew), Dinner (Healthy, vegetarian meal cooked aboard the felucca by Nubian crew)
Included Activities
- Private felucca sailing on the Nile
- Healthy, vegetarian meals aboard the boat
- Day 6
Aswan to Luxor
Wake early on the felucca to catch sunrise with breakfast from your crew. Then drive about 3.5 hours to Luxor, built on ancient Thebes. You'll visit the Karnak temple complex, one of the world's largest religious sites, and explore the Temple of Amun-Ra. Arriving at your Luxor hotel around 3:00 p.m., the evening is free to visit Luxor Temple under lights, walk the scenic waterfront, or grab a drink at a local bar.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Sunrise breakfast aboard the felucca served by Nubian sailing crew)
Included Activities
- Visit Karnak temple complex
- Visit Temple of Amun-Ra
Optional Activities
- Visit Luxor Temple under the lights
- Walk along Sharia al-Corniche waterfront promenade
- Enjoy a drink at the Royal Bar at the Old Winter Palace
Landmarks Karnak Temple of Amun-Ra Luxor Temple Sharia al-Corniche 
- Day 7
Luxor to Hurghada
After a buffet breakfast, take a ferry across the Nile to the west bank. You'll see the Colossi of Memnon, massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Explore the Valley of the Kings where over 60 decorated pharaoh tombs are located. Share a traditional home-cooked lunch with a local family, then drive about 4 hours to Hurghada on the Red Sea coast. Check in, freshen up, and join the group for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Buffet breakfast at hotel), Lunch (Traditional home-cooked meal with local family)
Included Activities
- Ferry ride across the Nile
- Visit Colossi of Memnon
- Explore Valley of the Kings
- Traditional home-cooked lunch with local family
Optional Activities
- Explore Hurghada city center
- Stroll along the marina
- Explore nightlife in Hurghada
Landmarks Colossi of Memnon Valley of the Kings 
- Day 8
Hurghada
Start with breakfast at your resort, then the day is yours. Relax on the beach, swim in the pool, ride in a submarine, or try snorkeling or scuba diving (your Trip Leader can help arrange). In the late afternoon, gather with new friends to share stories, freshen up, and enjoy your final group dinner in Egypt.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at Hurghada resort), Dinner (Final group dinner in Egypt)
Included Activities
- Beach and resort facilities
Optional Activities
- Submarine ride
- Snorkeling
- Scuba diving
- Sunbathe at resort pool
- Day 9
Hurghada
Your last day in Egypt. Wake up for early beach time or last-minute shopping at your own pace. Depart anytime with instructions from your Trip Leader on reaching Hurghada airport. If you're extending your stay, your Trip Leader can suggest options.
Optional Activities
- Beach time
- Market shopping
