itinerary

WELCOME to Cairo

MEET your fellow travellers

EVENING to explore this vibrant city

SUNRISE over the Pyramids

EXPLORE the mysteries and energy of this great wonder

SEE the sphinx splay out over the horizon and learn its archeological history

RAIL your way to Luxor

ROCK to sleep on the sleeper train

SWITCH to the other side of the Nile to explore the West Bank

WONDER at Valley of the Kings

MARVEL at Queen Hatchepsut Temple, pictured

LEARN the history of Colossi of Memnon

SHOP and explore the souks of luxor

EVENING at leisure

FLY to Cairo

ROADTRIP and stop at an ancient port city

REACH Siwa, a mysterious oasis city

WASH off the day with a swim 

SLEEP in a 13th century citadel

YOGA to greet the day

VISIT Berber settlements in the Egyptian desert

SEE the Mountain of the Dead with tombs dating back millenia

VISIT the Oracle Temple, dating from the 6th century BC

SOAK at Cleopatra’s Bath, an oasis spring

SWIM in the oasis salt lake

SAFARI in 4WD through the desert

EXPLORE petrified forests 

SUNSET on the sand dunes

SLEEP in the Old city

ROADTRIP back to Cairo

STOP in at Berber villages and coastal towns

FINAL night dinner

MISS you already!

meet your hosts kelly & kody

inclusions

• 7 night’s accommodation in Cairo, Luxor and Siwa

• transfers to and from Cairo Airport

• overnight sleeper train cabin on way to Luxor

• all breakfasts

• all tours, including the pyramids & sphinx

• 24/7 local guide

• domestic internal flights

exclusions

• flights to and from Cairo

• tourist visa

faq’s

what is the accommodation like?

we’ll be staying in a range of accommodation types to give you the traditional Egyptian experience. Think charming, Nubian village houses, ancient city citadels turned into hotels as well as an overnight on a sleeper train travelling to Aswan!

what should I bring?

we’ll be doing lots of walking, so comfortable walking shoes are a must. Other than that, bring everything you’ll need for an eight-day adventure exploring the sights and sounds of Egypt. It can get pretty warm during the day, so light, breathable clothing is recommended. Come nightfall, you’ll need a warm jacket as it can cool down a little in the evenings. 

will I have downtime?

while our days are pretty packed to ensure you get the most out of your time, there will be times where you will be able to explore the city yourself or stay in and have some downtime. We’ll be spending some time on the road as well – the perfect time to get to know your fellow travelers, or pop in some headphones and bunker down with a good book.

how do i get there?

getting to cairo international airport is fairly straightforward from most capital cities, with a small layover perhaps. once you arrive, you’ll be picked up from the airport and you won’t need to worry about a thing.

can i come solo or with friend or a partner?

both! solo travellers will immediately connect with the group under the warm stewardship of kelly & kody and friends will likewise have a great time connecting with the group. if you're coming with a friend, and want to be roomed together, let us know in the rooming configuration box at purchase. if you're coming with a partner (or someone you're close enough to share a double bed with), let us know at operations@aweventurer.com and we will contact you with further details.

when should i book my flights?

we need to reach a minimum trip number to confirm this departure, so please hold off on booking flights until we send you a welcome email that confirms departure.

what do i pack?

while we’ll be travelling to egypt in april – technically the region’s springtime – temperatures are very moderate in this part of the world, with average temperatures ranging from 14ºc (58°F) at night to 28ºc (82°F) during the day.

we recommend packing something light but warm to throw on in the evenings when it cools down a little. other than this, bring everything you need for a cool down – swimmers, sunscreen, a wide brimmed hat, and any other sun-protective gear you may need.

how can i be culturally sensitive?

we will be travelling during ramadan, which is a hugely important religious time for local egyptians. our local guide will explain how we can be sensitive to the local culture during this time.

will i have downtime?

while we do have lots of things planned, there will be time a small slither of time to chill every day!

is it covid safe?

we will be watching the border and health situation very closely. rest assured that if covid impacts the majority of travellers we will postpone to a later date. if that isn’t feasible, we will offer partial refunds (the deposit is non-refundable).

how do i pay to confirm my place?

you have two options: pay in full or pay the $550 deposit. if you pay the deposit, we will require payment in full 25 days prior to the trip start date.

any further questions?

hit us up anytime at operations@aweventurer.com