Ancient Egypt: Pyramids & Deserts - 9 Days

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Age range

18 - 39

Start / End

  • Cairo
  • Cairo

Physical rating

2/5

Group size

1 - 16

Meals included

8

Highlights

  • The Great Pyramids of Giza
  • Felucca sail
  • Valley of the Kings
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Summary

Explore Egypt's most iconic destinations in 9 amazing days. Begin in Cairo at the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Sail the Nile by Felucca in Aswan, uncover the Valley of the Kings in Luxor, experience traditional pottery in Fayoum, and discover ancient fossils at Wadi Hati, one of Egypt's hidden gems. Nine days. Endless bucket-list moments.

Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Welcome to Cairo

    You're in the lands of the Pyramids, deserts, hieroglyphics and incredible history. Get ready for an incredible 9 days filled with bucket list moments and new best friends. Arrive and drop your bags off before heading to meet the rest of the group and your Tru Leader for the next 9 days. We'll head out for our first group meal tonight, think icebreakers, great food and of course 10/10 company.

  • Day 2

    The Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx & The Grand Egyptian museum

    We have SO much to see today! After breakfast we'll travel over to our first stop, the Great Pyramid of Giza. Afterwards, we'll visit the Sphinx another bucket list site. After a morning exploring some of the oldest sights in Cairo, it's time to explore one of the best new additions to Cairo, the Grand Egyptian Museum. This evening we're jumping on an overnight train to our next location Aswan!

  • Day 3

    Temple of Philae & Elephantine Island

    This morning we'll visit the Temple of Philae before checking into our accommodation. This afternoon we'll have free time to chill and explore the local area before visiting Elephantine Island for sunset.

  • Day 4

    Felucca sailing trip

    We'll spend our morning on a Felucca boat going down the Nile! We'll sail North for a while before getting off and heading towards Edfu Temple. After a busy day we'll drive to our next destination, Luxor! Check in, drop your bags, then its time to explore Luxor Market!

  • Day 5

    Luxor bike tour

    Morning! We're up early today to join a Community Enterprise Project. We'll be jumping on bikes and taken on a tour of Luxor by the locals who know it best. We're up early so we can beat the heat and enjoy the sights before it gets too busy. We'll tick off Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut temple and the Colossi of Memnon. After some lunch and a bit of chill time we're visiting the largets religious building ever constructed Karnak Temple. In the evening we're catching another overnight train back towards Cairo.

  • Day 6

    Faiyum exploring and pottery workshop

  • Day 7

    Wadi Al-Hitan exploring

    This morning we'll travel out to Wadi Hitan and then it's time to get stuck in with some sandboarding! Once you've had your fill of adrenaline, the rest of the day is yours to do as you please, kick back, relax, shower off that desert dust, and recharge those batteries.

  • Day 8

    Back to Cairo & market exploring

    After making our way back to Cairo, we're heading out for some last minute retail therapy. We'll spend time exploring the legendary Market and Islamic Street. Get ready for bustling streets and haggling for souvenirs that'll remind you of this incredible journey. Once you've worked up an appetite and found all your gifts to take back home, we'll head to our accommodation to check in and get settled. Tonight, we're heading out for a farewell dinner!

  • Day 9

    Chilled checkout

    And just like that, it's time to say goodbye. When you're ready, we'll help you check out of the accommodation, and our team will be on hand to provide all the support you need for your onward travel.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Twin share accom

  • Meals

    Breakfasts: 8, Lunches: 0, Dinners: 0

    Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.

    Vegetarian options available

  • Local Guide

    Guided

    This adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.

  • Wifi

    Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.

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