Egypt
Land of the Pharaohs
Having one of the oldest histories in the world it is no wonder that Egypt is well known for its pyramid, tombs, and pharaohs of the past. But Egypt is much more than this. We consider this to be the most site rich tour we provide. From the great pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, mighty Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings and Queens, the temples of Edfu and Kom-Ombo, and finally, the wondrous Abu Simbel, Egypt is a diverse country with much to offer. There isn’t a single person who didn’t learn about ancient Egypt in school, and many consider it a life long dream to visit this famous country. I can happily say these dreams are not unwarranted, Egypt is sure to impress the middle schooler in all of us.
Featured Tours
Egypt and Jordan
2023
Dates: Nov 2 - 15, 2023 (14 days) Hoda Sayed Begins Cairo, Ends Amman
Cost: $4895 Single Supplement: $800 Early Pay Discount ($300) available until March 2
Post-tour Jerusalem extension Nov 15 - 20 Cost: $1695 Single Supplement: $300
Video Content
LiveStreams, Virtual Tours, Powerpoints and Coffee Chats
Blogs
Risk and Reward
Maia recaps every day on the 2016 Egypt tour
Reid writes about the lesser known temple of Karnak
Recommended Reading
“Temples, Tombs, and Hieroglyphs: A Popular History of Ancient Egypt” by Barbara Mertz
“Death on the Nile” by Agatha Christie
“Egyptian Mythology: A Guide to the Gods, Goddesses, and Traditions of Ancient Egypt” by Geraldine Pinch
“The Yacoubian Building” by Alaa Al Aswany
Recommended Viewing
The Square (Documentary about 2011 Egyptian Revolution)
Cleopatra (1963)
The Mummy (1999)
Featured Articles
A perfect day in Cairo: how to spend 24 hours in Egypt’s capital (Lonely Planet)
Getting to know the pyramids of Egypt (Lonely Planet)
As Travelers Return to Egypt, Look Past Cairo (Conde Nast)
Know Before You Go
VIsas
EGYPT REQUIES A VISA THAT CAN BE PURCHASED UPON ARRIVAL OR IF YOU LIKE TO PLAN AHEAD IT IS POSSIBLE TO PURCHASE ONLINE. IF YOU CHOOSE TO PURCHASE IT BEFORE YOUR TRIP YOU CAN FOLLOW THE LINK TO IVISA
cURRENCY
Egyptian Pound, EGP
CHECK CURRENCY RATE BEFORE DEPARTING
check latest tRAVEL ADVISORIES before departing
weatheR/when to go
BETWEEN OCTOBER AND APRIL
TEMPERATURES ARE COOLER DURING THESE MONTHS BUT STILL COMFORTABLY WARM