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Egypt

Egypt

12 Days & 11 Nights

October 6 – 19, 2024
February 9 – 22, 2025

Prices from

$3,750/px

single & double occupancy available

Egypt

– True Kings & Queens of Africa –

Away to Africa is excited to host you throughout Egypt to learn of the true history of Africa’s great Kings and Queens!

You will begin this tour in Cairo where you will view ancient pyramids before traveling learn more of the ancient civilization in Alexandria and Luxor before departing to relax by the Red Sea.

If you are seeking to experience a time in history to witness and learn of the greatness of powerful, intelligent, and talented Africans, this is the perfect trip for you!

Away to Africa will host you as you explore unknown terrains and create new memories!

Add-Ons Available

Please schedule a phone call or send us a message to inquire about international round trip flights.

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Day to Day Itinerary

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DAY 1

Arrival to Egypt

Sunday – October 6, 2024
Sunday – February 9, 2025

Upon your arrival into Cairo International Airport, you will be met by your person Away to Africa representative who will assist you with purchasing your Egypt Visa On Arrival.

Afterwards you will transfer to your lodging with an option for a spa depending on your arrival time.

  Le Meridien Cairo Airport .  Dinner Included
Away to africa Visit the egyptian pharoh tombs

DAY 2

Monuments of Egypt & Camel Riding

Monday – October 7, 2024
MOnday – February 10, 2025

Today you will travel back to Cairo and view the monuments including one of the Seven Wonders of the World which include:

  • The Pyramids of Giza
  • The Sphinx
  • Grand Egyptian Civilization Museum
  • Camel Ride or ATV Riding at Giza Pyramids
  • Visit Kufre & Menkaure
  • E Market Shop
Hyatt Regency Cairo West .   breakfast Included

DAY 3

Explore Cairo II

Tuesday – October 8, 2024
Tuesday – February 11, 2025

You will depart for Cairo City to visit:

  • Saqqara Pyramids
  • Dashur Pyramids
  • Red Pyramids
  • Mimphes Museum
Hyatt Regency Cairo West .   breakfast Included

DAY 4

Travel to Aswan

Wednesday – October 9, 2024
Wednesday – February 12, 2025

Today you shall Fly to Aswan, a small city in southern Egypt that offers a glimpse into the rich and diverse Nubian culture.

Nile View ECO .   Breakfast Included

DAY 5

Abu Simbel

Thursday – October 10, 2024
thursday – February 13, 2025

Today you shall visit the twin temples of Abu Simbel, one of Egypt’s most striking monuments sitting on the bank of Lake Nasser, built by Ramesses II over 3000 years ago.

Evening retreat ceremony.

Nile View ECO .   Breakfast Included
Away to Africa Visit Luxor Egypt

DAY 6

Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples

Friday – October 11, 2024
Friday – February 14, 2025

Today you shall head to Luxor to visit Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples which are part of several temples built during the Ptolemaic Kingdom.

Sonesta St. George Hotel, Luxor   Breakfast Included

DAY 7

Luxor and Karnak Temples

Saturday – October 12, 2024
Saturday – February 15, 2025

Today you shall explore the Luxor and Karnak Temples which are awe-inspiring religious sites that were built and expanded over a period of more than 1500 years.

Sonesta St. George Hotel, Luxor   Breakfast Included
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DAY 8

Valley of the Queens

Sunday – October 13, 2024
Sunday – February 16, 2025

Today you will explore the Valley of the Queens and Hatshepsut Temple, a memorial temple that honors Queen Hatshepsut and is also one of the greatest Egyptian Architectural achievements.

Sonesta St. George Hotel, Luxor   Breakfast Included

DAY 9

Siwa

Monday – October 14, 2024
Monday – February 17, 2025

Today you shall depart Luxor to Siwa via Cairo. With a mixture of cold and hot springs, massive sand dunes, and incredible history, Siwa has so much to offer.

Check into your accommodation for some rest and relaxation.

Taziry Ecovillages Siwa .   Breakfast Included

DAY 10

Shali Fortress

Tuesday – October 15, 2024
Tuesday – February 18, 2025

After Breakfast, you shall visit Shali Fortress (Old Town). Lunch at the downtown will follow before taking in the sunset with some snacks at Taghagheen Island.

End your day with a visit to a hot spring camp before enjoying dinner and returning to your lodge.

Taziry Ecovillages Siwa .   Breakfast Included

DAY 11

Gabal El Mawta & Alexander the Great Temple

Wednesday – October 16, 2024
Wednesday – February 19, 2025

After breakfast, you shall visit Gabal El Mawta, meaning “Mountain of the Dead” containing tombs and Alexander the Great Temple.

Have lunch before enjoying the Salt lakes experience with some snacks.

Taziry Ecovillages Siwa .   Breakfast Included

DAY 12

Day In The Desert

Thursday – October 17, 2024
Thursday – February 20, 2025

After breakfast, you shall head out to the desert on a safari for a picnic lunch, a visit to Beir Wahed, a hot springs near a cold lake, then sand boarding and sunset snacks on the high dunes in the desert.

Afterwards you shall head back to Cairo.

The St. Regis Cairo .   Breakfast & Lunch Included
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DAY 13

Relaxation

Friday – October 18, 2024
Friday – February 21, 2025

Take the day off to rest and relax with an option for a spa day at your hotel.

The St. Regis Cairo .   Breakfast Included

DAY 14

Depart Egypt

Saturday – October 19, 2024
Saturday – February 22, 2025

Reflect on your time spent in Egypt as you make your way to the airport for your international flight back home.

  Travelling .   Breakfast Included

Know Yourself, and you shall know the gods

– Egyptian PROVERB

Your Investment

WE offer flexible & custom payment plans
contact us for a quote with flights included

Single room for one person. Couples are considered double occupancy.

October 6 – 19, 2024
February 9 – 22, 2025

$4,500/pp

DEPOSIT $250

For alternate payment options including direct deposit & PayPal please contact us.

Custom Payment plans available at booking

One room with two beds. Paired travelers will share a room.*

October 6 – 19, 2024
February 9 – 22, 2025

$3,500/pp

DEPOSIT $250

For alternate payment options including direct deposit & PayPal please contact us.

Custom Payment plans available at booking

*If booking a double room as a solo traveler we will attempt to pair you with another solo traveler. If we’re unable to match within 60 days of tour, you must upgrade and pay a single traveler supplement (single occupancy).*

Included

Our tour to Egypt includes enjoying diverse cultural expeditions throughout the country based on single/double occupancy ensuite for all lodging.

  • Swag Bag including our ‘I Met God’ T-shirt upon arrival
  • All Lodging Accommodations.
  • All Flights Throughout Egypt*
  • Specified Meals throughout the entire tour.
  • An Away to Africa Tour Representative that travels with you 100% of the time on the ground during the duration of the tour.
  • All Transportation Costs which includes Personal Driver and Airport Pickup & Drop-off.
  • Entry Fees into all Excursions and all lounges we attend as a group.
  • Pricing is contingent on the time which tickets are purchased.

Not Included

  • Optional add on for return flights from JFK, NY to Cairo, Egypt
  • Required travel documentation (Valid Passport &/or Visa).
  • Parties and Events not included in package.
  • Transport outside of tours.
  • Gratuities for Guides & Drivers.
  • Travel Insurance (More Info About Insurance).*affiliate link*
  • Hotel Room Charges, Personal Telephone Calls on Hotel Phones & Laundry.
  • Souvenirs & Snacks, Lunch, Dinner & Alcoholic drinks.

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DAY 1

Arrival to Egypt

Sunday – October 6, 2024
Sunday – February 9, 2025

Upon your arrival into Cairo International Airport, you will be met by your person Away to Africa representative who will assist you with purchasing your Egypt Visa On Arrival.

Afterwards you will transfer to your lodging with an option for a spa depending on your arrival time.

  Le Meridien Cairo Airport .  Dinner Included

DAY 2

Monuments of Egypt & Camel Riding

Monday – October 7, 2024
MOnday – February 10, 2025

Today you will travel back to Cairo and view the monuments including one of the Seven Wonders of the World which include:

  • The Pyramids of Giza
  • The Sphinx
  • Grand Egyptian Civilization Museum
  • Camel Ride or ATV Riding at Giza Pyramids
  • Visit Kufre & Menkaure
  • E Market Shop
Hyatt Regency Cairo West .   breakfast Included
Away to africa Visit the egyptian pharoh tombs

DAY 3

Explore Cairo II

Tuesday – October 8, 2024
Tuesday – February 11, 2025

You will depart for Cairo City to visit:

  • Saqqara Pyramids
  • Dashur Pyramids
  • Red Pyramids
  • Mimphes Museum
Hyatt Regency Cairo West .   breakfast Included

DAY 4

Travel to Aswan

Wednesday – October 9, 2024
Wednesday – February 12, 2025

Today you shall Fly to Aswan, a small city in southern Egypt that offers a glimpse into the rich and diverse Nubian culture.

Nile View ECO .   Breakfast Included

DAY 5

Abu Simbel

Thursday – October 10, 2024
thursday – February 13, 2025

Today you shall visit the twin temples of Abu Simbel, one of Egypt’s most striking monuments sitting on the bank of Lake Nasser, built by Ramesses II over 3000 years ago.

Evening retreat ceremony.

Nile View ECO .   Breakfast Included

DAY 6

Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples

Friday – October 11, 2024
Friday – February 14, 2025

Today you shall head to Luxor to visit Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples which are part of several temples built during the Ptolemaic Kingdom.

Sonesta St. George Hotel, Luxor   Breakfast Included
Away to Africa Visit Luxor Egypt

DAY 7

Luxor and Karnak Temples

Saturday – October 12, 2024
Saturday – February 15, 2025

Today you shall explore the Luxor and Karnak Temples which are awe-inspiring religious sites that were built and expanded over a period of more than 1500 years.

Sonesta St. George Hotel, Luxor   Breakfast Included

DAY 8

Valley of the Queens

Sunday – October 13, 2024
Sunday – February 16, 2025

Today you will explore the Valley of the Queens and Hatshepsut Temple, a memorial temple that honors Queen Hatshepsut and is also one of the greatest Egyptian Architectural achievements.

Sonesta St. George Hotel, Luxor   Breakfast Included

DAY 9

Siwa

Monday – October 14, 2024
Monday – February 17, 2025

Today you shall depart Luxor to Siwa via Cairo. With a mixture of cold and hot springs, massive sand dunes, and incredible history, Siwa has so much to offer.

Check into your accommodation for some rest and relaxation.

Taziry Ecovillages Siwa .   Breakfast Included

DAY 10

Shali Fortress

Tuesday – October 15, 2024
Tuesday – February 18, 2025

After Breakfast, you shall visit Shali Fortress (Old Town). Lunch at the downtown will follow before taking in the sunset with some snacks at Taghagheen Island.

End your day with a visit to a hot spring camp before enjoying dinner and returning to your lodge.

Taziry Ecovillages Siwa .   Breakfast Included

DAY 11

Gabal El Mawta & Alexander the Great Temple

Wednesday – October 16, 2024
Wednesday – February 19, 2025

After breakfast, you shall visit Gabal El Mawta, meaning “Mountain of the Dead” containing tombs and Alexander the Great Temple.

Have lunch before enjoying the Salt lakes experience with some snacks.

Taziry Ecovillages Siwa .   Breakfast Included

DAY 12

Day In The Desert

Thursday – October 17, 2024
Thursday – February 20, 2025

After breakfast, you shall head out to the desert on a safari for a picnic lunch, a visit to Beir Wahed, a hot springs near a cold lake, then sand boarding and sunset snacks on the high dunes in the desert.

Afterwards you shall head back to Cairo.

The St. Regis Cairo .   Breakfast & Lunch Included
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DAY 13

Relaxation

Friday – October 18, 2024
Friday – February 21, 2025

Take the day off to rest and relax with an option for a spa day at your hotel.

The St. Regis Cairo .   Breakfast Included

DAY 14

Depart Egypt

Saturday – October 19, 2024
Saturday – February 22, 2025

Reflect on your time spent in Egypt as you make your way to the airport for your international flight back home.

  Travelling .   Breakfast Included

Know Yourself, and you shall know the gods

– Egyptian PROVERB

Your Investment

WE offer flexible & custom payment plans
contact us for a quote with flights included

Single room for one person. Couples are considered double occupancy.

October 6 – 19, 2024
February 9 – 22, 2025

$4,500/pp

DEPOSIT $250

For alternate payment options including direct deposit & PayPal please contact us.

Custom Payment plans available at booking

One room with two beds. Paired travelers will share a room.*

October 6 – 19, 2024
February 9 – 22, 2025

$3,500/pp

DEPOSIT $250

For alternate payment options including direct deposit & PayPal please contact us.

Custom Payment plans available at booking

*If booking a double room as a solo traveler we will attempt to pair you with another solo traveler. If we’re unable to match within 60 days of tour, you must upgrade and pay a single traveler supplement (single occupancy).*

Included

Our tour to Egypt includes enjoying diverse cultural expeditions throughout the country based on single/double occupancy ensuite for all lodging.

  • Swag Bag including our ‘I Met God’ T-shirt upon arrival
  • All Lodging Accommodations.
  • All Flights Throughout Egypt*
  • Specified Meals throughout the entire tour.
  • An Away to Africa Tour Representative that travels with you 100% of the time on the ground during the duration of the tour.
  • All Transportation Costs which includes Personal Driver and Airport Pickup & Drop-off.
  • Entry Fees into all Excursions and all lounges we attend as a group.
  • Pricing is contingent on the time which tickets are purchased.

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  • Optional add on for return flights from JFK, NY to Cairo, Egypt
  • Required travel documentation (Valid Passport &/or Visa).
  • Parties and Events not included in package.
  • Transport outside of tours.
  • Gratuities for Guides & Drivers.
  • Travel Insurance (More Info About Insurance).*affiliate link*
  • Hotel Room Charges, Personal Telephone Calls on Hotel Phones & Laundry.
  • Souvenirs & Snacks, Lunch, Dinner & Alcoholic drinks.
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