Why Visit Egypt?
Visiting Egypt’s ancient pyramids and historical sites offers a unique opportunity for personal growth in several profound ways:
1. Cultural Awareness and Perspective
- Standing before ancient structures like the Great Pyramids of Giza and Luxor’s temples offers a deep appreciation for the ingenuity, culture, and history of ancient civilizations. This exposure broadens your understanding of the world, fostering humility and curiosity.
2. Awe and Reflection
- The sheer scale and mystery of the pyramids and monuments can inspire a sense of wonder about human achievement and the passage of time. This might lead to deeper self-reflection about your own life, values, and purpose.
3. Historical Connection
- Walking in the footsteps of ancient Egyptians, whose achievements and struggles have shaped the course of history, provides a sense of connection to the past. This can ignite a sense of continuity between past, present, and future, deepening your awareness of your place in history.
4. Mindfulness and Presence
- Being in the presence of these monumental landmarks encourages mindfulness. The timelessness of the pyramids contrasts with the fast pace of modern life, prompting you to slow down, be present, and reflect on the importance of the moment.
5. Intellectual Curiosity
- The mysteries surrounding the construction of the pyramids and the history of the pharaohs can spark intellectual curiosity. This sense of wonder often leads to further study, reflection, and a lifelong interest in archaeology, history, or ancient cultures.
6. Inspiration and Motivation
- The grandeur of Egyptian achievements, despite the limitations of their time, can serve as a source of inspiration. It reminds us that perseverance, creativity, and collective effort can achieve monumental results. This realization can motivate personal ambitions and goals.
7. Spiritual Growth
- Egypt’s ancient sites have a deep spiritual resonance. The temples, tombs, and pyramids often evoke contemplation about life, death, and eternity. For some, this can lead to spiritual growth or a renewed sense of connection with something greater than themselves.
By immersing yourself in Egypt’s rich history, you can grow intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually, gaining new perspectives that stay with you long after the journey ends.
Itinerary planned
Travel Day : 8 Oct 24 | Jaz Pyramids Resort Night 1
Meals to source : dinner in Cairo
EK0924 depart 8 Oct 01:55 BNE to arrive 10:05 DXB
EK0921 depart 8 Oct 12:00 DXT to arrive 14:50 CAI
Obtain Visa on Arrival and Exchange AUD to EGP from the airport bank
Upon arrival in Cairo, be met by a representative at the airport to be transferred to the hotel
Day 1 : 9 Oct 24 | Pyramids & Sphinx | Jaz Pyramids Resort Night 2
Meals to source : lunch & dinner in Cairo
Look ouy for egyptian garments to buy for day 4 Garabeya Party
After breakfast at the hotel, join the Egyptologist guide for a visit to the enigmatic Sphinx and Pyramids of Giza. At 500 feet high and 750 feet wide at its base, the Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops)
is the only survivor of the Seven Great Wonders of the ancient world; it is a breathtaking structure built from enormous stone blocks with a white limestone covering. Along with the
smaller pyramids, the sight of these huge structures is unforgettable.
Next, visit the Valley Temple, pyramid of Chephren. The best preserved of the three main Giza Pyramids, the top part still retains the original facing of smoothly-finished stone, giving
an idea of how the pyramids would originally have appeared. Beside the pyramid of Chephren, you will see the Great Sphinx, carved out of a natural rocky outcrop. The lion’s
body stretches 45 metres.
Afterwards, continue to the Papyrus institute, the museum contains the largest collection of papyrus reproductions of all the famous paintings of ancient Egypt.
Day 2 : 10 Oct 24 | Egyptian Museum, Muhammad Ali Mosque & Old Cairo | City Max Acqua 1 Night
Meals to source : lunch & dinner in Cairo
Look out for egyptian garments to buy for day 4 Garabeya Party if not bought on day 1.
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a guided tour of the famous Egyptian Museum in Cairo. It’s the richest museum of Egyptian antiquities in the whole world, it contains pharaonic treasures from over 5,000 years ago. The building is rectangular with a large rotunda on the ground floor containing massive exhibitions.
Afterwards, drive to Old Cairo via the famous Tahrir Square, also known as “Martyr Square”, is a major public town square in downtown Cairo. Arrive in Old Cairo and visit the Coptic Cairo, a part of Old Cairo which encompasses the Babylon Fortress, the Hanging Church, The Greek Church of St. George and many other Coptic churches and historical sites. It is believed in the Christian tradition that the Holy Family visited this area and stayed at the site of Saints Sergius Church (Abu Serga). Transfer to Cairo Airport for domestic flight to Aswan.
Day 3 : 11 Oct 24 | Cairo – Aswan – Begin 3-Night MS Hapi 5 Nile Cruise
After breakfast at the hotel, check out.
Enjoy a guided tour of the “Aswan High Dam”, an embankment dam built across the Nile in Aswan, between 1960 and 1970. Afterwards see one of the marvellous monoliths of Aswan, the majestic Unfinished Obelisk which acts as a living proof of the unmatched intelligence and skill of ancient Egypt who wished to create an enormous tale from stone. It is without a doubt the largest obelisk ever constructed but unfortunately was uncompleted.
Later visit a perfume factory, before transferring to the ship to begin the three night 4-star cruise along the beautiful Nile River. Lunch will be enjoyed onboard. In the afternoon enjoy
the life onboard, relax in the swimming pool and enjoy a traditional dinner.
Consider: Abu Simbel and light show, Philae Temple and light show, Elephantine Island
Day 4 : 12 Oct 24 | Aswan – Kom Ombo – 2nd Night MS Hapi 5
After breakfast, relax on board or join an optional tour to Abu Simbel.
Consider Philae Temple, Elephantine Island
Optional Tour: Abu Simbel (approximately $80 – $100 USD payable onboard)
Here, travellers may recognise the four colossus statues of Ramses guarding the Great Temple. This outstanding archaeological area contains monuments such as the Temples of Ramses II at Abu Simbel and the Sanctuary of Isis at Philae, which were saved from the rising waters of the Nile thanks to an international campaign launched by UNESCO.
Once back onboard enjoy lunch while your ship sails to Kom Ombo. Visit the Temples of the Gods Sobek and Haroeris dedicated to both the crocodile god Sobek, and the falconheaded god Horus.
Back to the cruise, sail to Edfu and in the evening enjoy the Galabeya Party (traditional Egyptian costume) on board.
Day 5 : 13 Oct 24 | Edfu – Luxor – 3rd Night MS Hapi 5
After breakfast, join the tour guide for a visit to the extraordinary Temple of Horus at Edfu, travelling by bus. The Temple of Horus was the ‘home’ and cultural centre of the falcon god Horus of Behdet (the ancient name for Edfu). Return onboard and sail past Esna city and sail to Luxor. Enjoy lunch on board.
Tonight enjoy a belly dance and Egyptian folk dance (Tanoura) show on board.
Day 6 : 14 Oct 24 | Luxor – Valley of the Kings Tour | Lotus Hotel Luxor
Meals to source : lunch & dinner in Luxor
After breakfast disembark and be transferred to the West Bank of Luxor for a tour of the Valley of the Kings, known as the ‘Gateway to the Afterlife’. The ancient Egyptians built impressive tombs for their pharaohs, of which the most famous can be found in the Valley of the Kings. Rising out of the desert plain in a series of terraces you will also see the Temple of Hatshepsut – often referred to as the Pharaoh Queen.
On the way back to the river Nile, the road passes by the famed Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Afterwards, drive to the East bank of Luxor to visit the amazing Luxor Temple and the biggest temple in the world – Karnak Temple, dedicated to the worship of Almighty God of the New Empire “god Amun.” In the late afternoon check in to the hotel.
Day 7 : 15 Oct 24 | Luxor – Hurghada | Amwaj Beach Club Abu Soma Hurghada 1
Meals to source : lunch on the road or at Hurghada
This morning transfer to Hurghada and enjoy the next 3 nights in a 4-star beachfront resort on the Red Sea coast.
Day 8 : 16 Oct 24 | Hurghada Red Sea – Free Day 1 | Amwaj Beach Club Abu Soma Hurghada 2
Today, enjoy a free day at leisure to soak in the sun or engage in some holiday resort activities like windsurfing, kitesurfing, yachting, scuba diving and snorkelling (not included).
Stunning coral reefs and turquoise waters, perfect for windsurfing, made Hurghada a busy resort town. Within easy reach of the stunning Giftun Islands and the Eastern Arabian Desert, Hurghada has seen enormous amounts of development in the past decade. Enjoy some of the world’s best diving and snorkelling sites just offshore (not included).
Day 9 : 17 Oct 24 | Hurghada Red Sea – Free Day 2 | Amwaj Beach Club Abu Soma Hurghada 3
Enjoy today at leisure. Take the chance to join some extra activities like grand safari, submarine or boat trip bookable at the resort (not included).
Day 10 : 18 Oct 24 | Hurghada, Red Sea – Cairo | Jaz Pyramids Resort
Meals to source : lunch and dinner on the road and in Cairo
After breakfast be met and transferred to Cairo, which be approximately a 465km, or a 5 hour journey. Please note: your trip will include regular stops for drinks, meals and toilet breaks to
accommodate all customers. Upon arrival check into your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Travel Days : 19-20 Oct 24
EK0924 depart 19 Oct 20:05 CAI to arrive 20 Oct 00:40 DXB
EK0430 depart 20 Oct 02:30 DXB to arrive 22:20 BNE