Egypt 101 - Our Premier Excursion
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Always wanted to explore Egypt? Here’s your chance to do it like a local.





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Included Add-Ons
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Upgraded Accommodations
Private Room - $300 Value
Visa Application Service
A person will walk you through the VISA application process upon arrival.
Professional Photoshoot
Always wanted that photo in front of the pyramids? - $100 Value.
Private Meal
A reservation at one of our favorite places in Cairo.
Trip Highlights
Cairo
Giza
Luxor
Nile River
Availability
Departures are available monthly until December 2025
Includes
Accommodations
Transfers
Activities
Meals
Not Included
International Flight
Egypt Visa
Travelers Insurance
Additional Luggage Fees
Egypt 101
Embark on our 'Egypt 101' adventure, specially crafted for first-time travelers to Egypt. Explore the iconic landmarks of Cairo and Luxor, including ancient tombs and temples that reveal the mysteries of Egypt's past. But this trip isn't just about history – immerse yourself in local culture as you spend time with welcoming locals, gaining insight into daily life and traditions. Join us for a journey that combines classic sightseeing with authentic experiences, creating unforgettable memories in the heart of Egypt.
Accomodations
Day 1-3 - Cairo Pyramid Valley Boutique Hotel
Days 4-2 - Steinberger Hotel
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Upon your arrival to Egypt a designated member of our team will pick you up and take you to your Hotel. After freshening up we can head downtown to experience the best thing about Egypt, the food! It will be an early night so you can get rested up after your long day of traveling.
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At 8:00am you will be picked up by your local guide to go to on your adventure to the Giza pyramids. But first, we need food so we'll get a traditional Egyptian breakfast on the way.
Enjoy the scenic views of the Sahara Desert on camel or horse and learn about the importance of the Giza Pyramids.
After the tour you will head to the Mena house hotel and enjoy a splendid late lunch with breathtaking views at one of the best hotels in the area.
Finally we'll head back to Zamalek and enjoy felucca ride to wind down our day.
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Today will be a day about the discovery of ancient Cairo and its unique history.
We will visit The museum of Ancient Civilization, the Citadel and see a more authentic version of Ancient Cairo. Bring your luggage because we'll be heading to the airport this evening!
8:00 AM Breakfast in Zamalek
9:00 AM: visit Mohamed Pasha Mosque inside the Citadel of Salah El Din.
11:00am - Visit the Museum of Ancient Civilization.
2:00 PM lunch at el Zeyara Restaurant
3-5PM EL Moeaz street. We will visit a street that is used to be the educational central hub of old Cairo,. Some of the very first hospitals, schools & mosques were built and still exist from hundreds of years ago.
Enjoy some shopping in one of the most ancient marketplaces in the world at Khan El Khalili.
Finally we'll catch an evening flight to Luxor to prepare for the next segment of our trip!
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As we start our day in the ancient town of Luxor. We will be grabbing breakfast and making out way to the Valley of the Kings. Explore the ancient burial site of pharaohs, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamun. Note that entrance to specific tombs may require additional fees not included in our itinerary.
After we will proceed to the nearby Valley of the Queens: Discover the resting place of ancient Egyptian queens and royal children. This valley houses one of the most amazing preserved tombs in all of Egypt. You must make your way to Nefertari's tomb!
We've got one more stop to Hatshepsut temple, one of the few women Queens of Ancient Egypt. Here you can learn about how she was able to bring patriarchy to it's knees as she ruled Ancient Egypt.
After a few hours we'll have built up a big appetite so it's time for lunch at a delicious restaurant overlooking the Nile River. Item description
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We start our day bright and early (4-5am) to catch the sunrise in a hot air balloon ride. Enjoy breathtaking views of the temples you visited yesterday from high above. This is a truly unforgettable experience and a fantastic way to start your day in Luxor.
After our adventure we'll grab some breakfast and head back to our home to rest for a few hours after our early morning.
After we rest up we'll take a quick boat ride across the Nile to make our way to Karnak temple complex. Karnak is one of the largest ancient religious sites in the world. Marvel at the towering columns, obelisks, and statues as you walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall. This entire temple is dedicated to the sun god Amen Ra.
Finally we'll explore Luxor Temple: Admire the colossal statues, ancient carvings, and the Avenue of Sphinxes leading to the entrance. This temple is the site of of a church, mosque and ancient Egyptian temples all together.
We'll break for a late lunch and enjoy the rest of the day on a Nile felluca cruise. Item description
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We've had an incredible few days in Egypt. Today we will return to Cairo in order to catch our flights back home. Item description
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Itinerary
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