Discover Egypt

Itinerary

Days 1-2 Cairo

Kick-start this adventure among the mayhem of Egypt's capital city. Climb atop a camel and ride out to behold the extraordinary Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza. Peruse ancient artefacts at the Egyptian Museum.

Days 3-4 Aswan

Hone your bargaining techniques in one of the country's best bazaars. Visit a Nubian village for an unforgettable insight into the culture and cuisine of the local people. Take an optional excursion to Abu Simbel.

Days 5-6 Nubian Homestay/Nile Felucca

Experience local village culture at a homestay. Drift along the Nile and take in the sights of rural riverside life. Enjoy meals prepared onboard by the crew before falling asleep under the stars.

Days 7-9 Luxor

Take a donkey ride to the ancient hieroglyphs and royal tombs in the spectacular Valley of the Kings. Explore the monumental temple complex of Karnak, and meet members of the Intrepid Foundation Animal Care Project, dedicated to improving the lives of working animals in Egypt.

Day 10 Cairo

Back in the capital, enjoy a guided walk through Islamic Cairo and bargain up a storm in the labyrinthine Khan al-Khalili, which sells almost everything under the sun.

Day 11 Mt Sinai

Climb, or perhaps ride a camel, to the top of Mt Sinai for panoramic desert views. Visit the legendary St Katherine's Monastery, built around the biblical burning bush.

Days 12-13 Red Sea Beach Camp

Snorkel among breathtaking coral reefs, stay in beach huts looking out to the mountains of Saudi Arabia and, in the evening, experience the hospitality of the Bedouin over an optional traditional meal with local friends.

Days 14-15 Cairo

Cross the famous Suez Canal on return to Cairo. An optional farewell dinner offers one last taste of local Egyptian favourites such as falafel and fuul.