EGYPT REIMAGINED
9-DAY Egypt ITINERARY
Trip Style: Explore
ancient-meets-modern exploration with a focus on women, local communities, art and architecture
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STARTING AT $6495 per person
March 14-22, 2027
9-day Egypt group trip
6-14 people
Pairs with our Saudi Arabia add-on
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STARTING AT $6995 per person
Fully guided 9-day Egypt itinerary
Pricing on request
Minimum of 2 people
Trip Highlights
Boutique hotel stays + a dahabiya Nile cruise for slow travel with visits to villages, sites and pyramids
Visit to the Philae temple, goddess of Isis, and Temple of Hatshepsut celebrating ancient Egyptian women
Human-centered experiences with local women’s cooperatives & tea at a Nubian village
Curated visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum and Cairo’s Old City to experience the city’s modern vibrancy alongside its iconic ancient Giza pyramids
Experience hyper local, seasonal cuisine complete with a farm lunch and street food specialties
Come for Ancient Egypt. Stay for Living Egypt.
Egypt is one of the world's oldest civilizations, yet one of the most vibrant societies today.
This thoughtfully curated journey blends the iconic wonders you've dreamed of—standing before the Giza Pyramids, sailing the Nile aboard a traditional dahabiya, exploring the Valley of the Kings—and venturing beyond the crowds to quieter places that reveal another side of Egypt.
Meet local artisans and women entrepreneurs, cycle to the Dahshour countryside to lesser known – but equally as spectacular - pyramids, share tea in a colorful Nubian village, enjoy seasonal farm-to-table meals, discover Cairo's thriving food and creative scenes, and explore the spectacular new Grand Egyptian Museum.
Along the way, you'll travel at a slower pace, staying in beautiful boutique hotels and spending three unforgettable nights sailing the Nile, where daily life unfolds along much as it has for generations.
This is Egypt reimagined—an immersive journey that connects ancient history with modern culture, remarkable people, and the unforgettable hospitality that still defines Egypt today.
Choose from our scheduled 9-day small group departure or create a custom Egypt itinerary. For travelers wanting to explore even more of the region, add on an extra day for our Wadi Delga hike and consider our optional 5-day Saudi Arabia extension.
Also consider our 5-day Saudi Arabia add-on!
why this trip?
Egypt is often experienced through its monuments alone, but the country's greatest treasure is its people. While you'll visit the legendary pyramids, temples, and tombs that have captivated travelers for centuries, you'll also experience the warmth, creativity, and resilience of modern Egyptian life through meaningful encounters with the communities who call this extraordinary country home.
Travel slowly aboard a traditional dahabiya, where you'll sail the Nile much as travelers did generations ago, stopping at riverside villages and lesser-visited sites beyond the typical tourist route. Meet the women preserving traditional crafts and creating new opportunities through local cooperatives, share tea with a Nubian family, and enjoy meals that celebrate Egypt's rich culinary heritage, from seasonal farm lunches to bustling Cairo street food and memorable dinners where conversation reigns alongside the food.
Throughout the journey, you'll discover the powerful stories of women across Egypt's past and present. Explore the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, and the magnificent mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut before connecting with the inspiring women leading businesses, preserving traditions, and shaping their communities today. Combined with thoughtfully selected boutique accommodations, a women-owned dahabiya, and a balanced pace that allows time to truly absorb each destination, this is an Egypt experience that goes far beyond checking off iconic sites.
It's an invitation to discover a country that is every bit as fascinating today as it was thousands of years ago.
Travel with purpose. Every Traverse Journeys departure includes a contribution to a carefully selected Community Partner, supporting local organizations creating meaningful impact in the destinations we visit. For this trip, your booking supports female entrepreneurs preserving heritage traditions along the Nile.
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Trip Inclusions
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5 nights’ boutique hotel stay in Giza, Cairo and Aswan
3 nights dahabiya Nile river cruise cabin
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Transfers to/from airport on arrival & departure days
Private vehicle transit between all excursions
Domestic flight Cairo-Aswan and Luxor-Cairo
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Guided visits and entries in Aswan, Kom Ombo, Esna, and Luxor including the Philae temple, goddess of Isis, Horus & Sobek temples, Karnak, the Luxor East and West Bank, Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut
Guided visit and downtown walk in Old Cairo with snacks & street food
Entry and guided visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
Guided visit and entry to the famous pyramids of Giza
Farouk Lake excursion with a bike ride, visits to the Black, Bent and Red Pyramids
Experience papyrus making and other local handicrafts
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Daily breakfast, 6 dinners, 2 lunches
Hand selected Welcome & Farewell dinners with local Egyptian cuisines
Organic lunch at our farm visit in the Dahshour countryside
Traditional Nubian tea with a local family in Aswan
Cooking class & lunch with a women’s cooperative in Esna
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Experience with our Community Partner + donation to their organization
Dedicated local trip host throughout your trip
Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
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Extra nights in Cairo
Day 6 Karnak Sound & Light Show; Day 7 Luxor Hot Air Baloon
Day 9 Wadi Delga day hike (requires an extra night)
Red Sea Excursion – 2-3 nights at the Red Sea
5-day post-trip Saudi Arabia add-on
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International airfare or required visas
Additional meals, excursions and activities not listed
Tips to your local guide, Traverse guide, drivers, etc.
Alcohol, unless specified
Required travel insurance
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You'll be paired with a roommate of your same gender unless you request your own room.
STARTING at $6495 per person double occupancy
+$1595 'My own room' option
Minimum 2 people required to confirm departure.
$2695 per person, double occupancy
$2995 per person, single occupancy
See all trip details and inclusions here.
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STARTING at $6995 per person - double occupancy, minimum 2 people
Pricing provided upon request
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Day 6 Karnak Sound & Light Show $75 per person
Day 7 Luxor Hot Air Balloon - $185 per person
Day 9 Wadi Delga full day hike, a beautiful oasis outside of Cairo. Pricing to come, requires an extra night. Please indicate if interested.
Red Sea Excursion Day 9 Wadi Delga hike followed by 2-3 nights at the Red Sea. Pricing to come. Please indicate if interested.
Extra nights, pricing on request
Saudi Arabia 5-day add on, details here
FAQs
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This is an active Egypt itinerary and most of our explorations are done by foot - a bit by bike, too! While your fitness level doesn't have to be like an athlete, you should be able to walk multiple hours throughout the day, with climbs up temple steps and through ancient streets. We would estimate 10-20,000 steps per day most days of the tour.
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We're quite adept at tailoring to your needs. Whether gluten free, vegetarian or vegan, dairy or lactose free, or if you have a specific allergy or intolerance we can work around your needs and provide fresh, locally sourced meals that will keep you nourished and satisfied. We’ll provide you with Egypt-specific tips to suit your dietary needs.
Terms & Conditions
Please refer to your Registration Packet for complete Terms & Conditions, which can also be obtained by submitting a request to hello@traversejourneys.com
Deposit
A $500 deposit per person per trip is required for each traveler to secure the booking. The deposit is non-refundable and non-transferrable unless otherwise indicated on booking with the exception of our 24-hour No Regrets policy. A booking is not final until you receive a final confirmation from us.
24-hour No Regrets Policy: If, within 24 hours of submitting your deposit, you decide to cancel your booking you may request a refund, which will be granted less transaction fees.
Payment
Payments can be made either by 1) Normal Payment terms of 50% due 30 days after booking and 50% due 90 days prior to departure or 2) Monthly terms of equal installments with a $10 per month fee. Payments options include ACH, wire, credit card or Zelle. Payee is responsible for all transaction or processing fees. Late payments are given a two-week grace period; after that a $10 per month late payment fee will be charged.
Cancellations Policy
Group Trips & Retreats: Cancellations, less the trip deposit, are refundable up to 120 days prior to the trip start date.
Custom and Self-Guided: All payments non-refundable. Requests for transfers may be considered in extenuating circumstances and may incur a change fee.
To cancel a booking, Traveler must submit a request to us in writing by email to hello@traversejourneys.com
Flexible Booking Policy Specific to COVID-19
In the wake of COVID-19, Traverse has implemented a flexible booking policy that allows for deposits and payments to be transferrable to the greatest extent possible to new trip dates should a recurrence of COVID-19 render travel impossible due to border closures and related travel restrictions.
Travel Insurance
The trip price does not include travel insurance. Trip protection-style travel insurance that includes travel medical coverage is required for all trips with Traverse. The coverage must have a minimum $150,000 of medical coverage and include injury, medical, evacuation, and repatriation. See more info at https://traversejourneys.com/insurance
Documents, Personal Identification, Vaccinations
Traveler assumes complete and full responsibility for all required travel documents including passport, visas, entry or exit fees, and vaccinations. Traveler is also solely responsible for any adverse consequences resulting from incomplete or defective documentation. Traverse does not cover the cost or assist in obtaining any of the above, and reserves the right to collect information on all.
