Welcome to Ancient Egypt, a world of pharaohs and colossal wonders

Your journey starts here
Welcome to Egypt, known for the greatest and most powerful civilization in the history of the world.

African Travel Escapes driver & host will pick you at Cairo International Airport, check in, and relax at the hotel.

Later - travel group meet-up and dinner with spectacular views of the Nile River.

The next coming days promise to be filled to the brim, with amazing discoveries interspersed with a touch of mystery and intrigue.

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Get wrapped in stories of archaeological discoveries

Early morning, we are set to explore the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization where you will see royal mummies. We then explore the mystifying pyramids of Giza. A camel ride is a perfect way to reach the plateau, accompanied by an Egyptologist guide, to help unlock preserved, historical knowledge. Following a long morning of exploration and perfecting those “Instagramable” photos of the soaring pyramids and the mystical Sphinx, brunch will be served at a restaurant overlooking the Pyramids. 

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Included: Jumping Horse photoshoot

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Wust al-Balad, “The heart of the city”

Hotel Check-out. We start the day at the Salah El-Din Citadel, one of Cairo’s main attractions - housing 3 mosques. Notably, the Mohamed Ali Mosque – showcases the best of Islamic architectural art. Then board a flight to Luxor, the ancient city of the Thebes

*Welcome to the ancient city of Thebes*

Luxor lies atop an ancient city, inextricably woven with that of Thebes. Dubbed the world's largest open-air museum, the city boasts an impressive collection of ancient temples, pharaonic art, colossal statues, monuments, royal tombs, and burial chambers, decorated with scenes from Egyptian mythology. You have the day to relax by the beautiful hotel pool overlooking the Valley of Kings on the banks of the Nile River.
 

Immerse yourself in Colossal Beauty

Today we explore the Karnak Temple and Luxor temple on the East Bank. The Karnak temple complex is a colossal beauty, an ode to the changing face of Egypt through the centuries. Our guide is very knowledgeable, be ready to learn more about the history of ancient Egypt.

Later, enjoy a sunset cruise on a felucca; a traditional Egyptian wooden boat with a canvas sail.

**Optional: Enjoy a sumptuous high tea experience at a location steeped in history and romance, right at the banks of the Nile.

Take to the Skies & Journey into the Afterlife 

Early start to the day, we catch the sunrise on the West Bank and float over the Valley of Kings on a hot-air balloon ride. Walk through the history and glory of Egypt, and explore the tale of ancient secrets and tragedy.  See the Tomb of King Tutankhamun (Tut), Deir el-Bhaari, Rasesseum, Medinet Habu & Colossi of Memnon. 

Later we embark on a scenic route to  Hurghada (Red Sea).
 

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Copyright: Bonolo Mogotsi, Katlego Sepeng, Lerato Nkotsoe, Zama Jali, Portia Semenya, Celetse  Khumalo

The Red Sea & Giftun Island' Orange Bay

We board a Luxury Yacht, to Giftun Island's Orange Bay. Enjoy a swim at the beach, and take in the sun on a hammock suspended over water. Later, we soak our sandy feet and board the yacht, lunch is served. We make two snorkeling stops and marvel at the most beautiful corals in the idyllic Red Sea. Later, we make our way back to the hotel.

**pack your favorite colorful swimsuit for a group photoshoot**

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Our journey ends here

Hotel check-out, & morning flight back to Cairo. The trip ends at Cairo airport. Book a late afternoon or evening flight from Cairo. If departing the following day,

**(Let us if you require an overnight stay in Cairo).