*Egypt Off the Beaten Path
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Every Village Experience Responsible Tourism program includes the following:
- One on one consultation with our travel experts
- Private registration and trip page
- Pretrip Packet
- Handpicked accommodations
- Experienced Private Guide
- Artisan shopping opportunities
- Our favorite tour activities
- Donation to one of TVE’s community partners
Step back in time as you explore the ancient cities, temples, and necropolises of the mighty Pharaohs of Egypt. Dating back thousands of years, the well preserved, intricately painted and inscribed hieroglyphics depicting war, prosperity, feast, and famine will take your breath away. History will come alive as you gaze upon the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, walk through the Valley of the Kings and Queens, and sail on the Nile River stopping at incredible temples to various Gods and Goddesses. Don’t forget a journey to one of the many deserts to really get off the beaten path. We love Fayoum and Siwa for it’s natural beauty, sense of calm, and hidden treasures buried among the sand.
Located in Northeast Africa with Libya to the West, Sudan to the South and Israel to the Northeast, Egypt is in a unique location for politics, religion, and international relations. Egypt is covered by vast desert, with The Nile River flowing from South to North, fertilizing the banks along the way and providing much needed agriculture to the masses.
Egypt also boasts beautiful sandy coastlines with blue green water from the Mediterranean and Red Seas. Perfect for snorkeling and diving the colorful coral reefs.
Be sure to slow down and get lost in the sprawling Khan Il-Khalili bazaar in Cairo, stop by a local coffee shop, learn about traditional spices, haggle over handwoven carpets, and take in the mix of ancient and modern worlds that make Egypt so wonderfully appealing.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrive to the international airport in Cairo. Meet your Village Experience representative, process through immigration, and transfer to hotel for the evening.
Day 2 – Meet your guide in the morning and enjoy a visit to the Royal Mummies Hall at the New Egyptian Civilization Museum. Continue on to El Moezz Street – a thousand year old open air museum. End the afternoon with a coffee at El Fishawy – the oldest coffee shop in Cairo located within the Khan Il Khalili Bazaar. Return to hotel in the afternoon.
Day 3 – Morning drive to Marsa Matrouh on the North Coast of Egypt. This Mediterranean town is a popular spot for local holidays and boasts crystal clear water. Overnight at hotel.
Day 4 – Morning drive to the stunning Siwa Oasis. Stop for lunch along the way. Check into eco-lodge with stunning views of the surrounding mountains and lake and relax for the evening.
Day 5 – Enjoy a tour of Shali Fortress, The Temple of the Oracle, Cleopatra’s Bath, and the Mountain of the the Dead. Stop for lunch. Enjoy some time for shopping and exploring Siwa Town.
Day 6 – Morning visit to the famous Salt Lakes of Siwa for a dip in the healing waters. Return to hotel for a shower, change and some snacks. Head into the Sahara Desert in the afternoon for off roading, dune climbing, and tea at sunset.
Day 7 – Morning drive to Alamein area and check into hotel. Pamper yourself after a few nights in the desert. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8 – Morning drive to Alexandria – the home of Cleopatra. Check into hotel and enjoy a sunset tour of Qaitbay in the evening.
Day 9 – Enjoy a tour of Alexandria including the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, and Kom el-Dikka (Roman amphitheater). Stop for a lunch of fresh fish and seafood with views of the Mediterranean. Free evening to explore.
Day 10 – Morning drive to Cairo. Stop at the UNESCO World Heritage Natron Valley to see a Coptic Christian Monastery from the 4th Century. Continue on to the city and check into hotel. (B)
Day 11 – Spend today visiting the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Return to hotel for overnight.
Day 12 – Transfer to airport for onward flight home.