Ägypten 10 Tage Journeys: Discover Egypt Erlebnisrundreise National Geographic Journeys in internationaler Gruppe

Follow in the footsteps of the Pharaohs on a remarkable journey through Egypt. Uncover its most iconic archaeological sites – Abu Simble, Philae Temple, Edu fu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple and the Valley of the Kings – with expert-led tours through each of these jaw-dropping wonders. Experience the warmth and hospitality of Egyptian culture with a food tour through Cairo, a visit to a community farming project dedicated to empowering local farmers and women, a meet-and-greet with locals at a G for Good project, and a traditional Egyptian meal in the home of a Nubian family.

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Früheste Abreise ab: 00:01 Uhr

1. Tag Cairo

Arrive at any time. Your arrival transfer is included.

Event: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen (1.0h)
Transport: Cairo International Airport – Cairo
Unterkunft: Safir Hotel Cairo

2. Tag Cairo

In the morning, enjoy a visit to the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. No matter how many photos or documentaries you have seen, the first glimpse of these marvels of the ancient world will take your breath away. As a qualified Egyptologist certified by the Ministry of Antiquities, your Chief Experience Officer (CEO) will share their knowledge about these massive structures. From here, visit a local farm supported by Nawaya, a community-led project which helps small scale farming families generate new income streams in the tourism industry. Embark on a farm-to-table experience learning about sustainable cultivation practices and traditional food-cultural preservation work being carried out on nearby farms before a hands-on bread and cooking demonstration in a female-led community kitchen followed by lunch. After, travel through barren desert and fertile farmlands to Sakkara, the site of Egypt’s first pyramids where you’ll dig deep into the history of this important archaeological site. The rest of the evening is on your own. (F) (M)

Event: Führung bei den Pyramiden von Gizeh und der Sphinx
Event: Nawaya Project Visit (3.0h)
Event: Sakkara Visit (2.0h)
Unterkunft: Safir Hotel Cairo

3. Tag Cairo / Aswan

Board an early flight from Cairo to Aswan. Upon arrival, visit Philae Temple, built as a dedication to the Goddess Isis and the temple walls are adorned with scenes from Egyptian mythology. Philae Temple complex was moved from its original location on the Island of Philae after Lake Nasser flooded. Learn about the temple’s architecture, history and important place in Egypt’s culture. This evening embark on a sunset felucca ride on the Nile to a Nubian Village. Walk through the village, learning about local customs while listening to the Nubian Peoples‘ own distinct language, which does not have an alphabet and was thus never written down. Afterwards, sit down for dinner in the home of a local family. (F) (A)

Transport: Cairo – Aswan (1.25h)
Event: Besichtigung des Tempels Philae (3.0h)
Event: Segeltörn zu einem nubischen Dorf und traditionelles Abendessen (1.0h)
Unterkunft: Movenpick Aswan

4. Tag Aswan

In the morning, board a flight to Abu Simbel where you will explore the two rock-cut temples built by and dedicated to famed King Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. A true testament to innovation, the temple was saved from the waters of Lake Nasser by a massive global mobilization led by UNESCO in the 1960s. Fly back to Aswan to enjoy lunch and an afternoon at leisure. In the free evening choose to experience one of the best sound and light shows in Egypt at Philae Temple. (F) (M)

Transport: Aswan – Abu Simbel (0.75h)
Event: Besichtigung von Abu Simbel (Bus) (2.0h)
Transport: Abu Simbel – Aswan (0.75h)
Freizeit: Aswan
Unterkunft: Movenpick Aswan

Optionaler Ausflug:
Ton- und Lichtshow im Philae Tempel (**)

5. Tag Aswan / Luxor

After breakfast, drive north along the Nile passing local villages and farmland as you make your way to the top of the Temple of Kom Ombo. Built along the riverbank, the temple is dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. Continue your journey north towards Luxor and stop to explore the temple of Edfu, it took nearly 200 years to build and was dedicated to the God of War and Sky, Horus. Enjoy lunch before continuing the scenic drive to Luxor. (F) (M)

Transport: Aswan – Luxor (3.0h)
Event: Besuch des Doppeltempels von Kom Ombo (1.0h)
Event: Besichtigung des Tempels von Edfu (1.0h)
Freizeit: Luxor
Unterkunft: Sonesta St. George Hotel Luxor

6. Tag Luxor

Today, head to the West Bank of Luxor. Start the morning with a visit to Funtasia, a G for Good project. Enjoy a short bike ride led by a student guide before stopping for tea and a discussion about the project and community. Continue to explore the famed Valley of the Kings-a UNESCO World Heritage Site and active archaeological site of over 63 tombs-many still in excavation. Descend inside a few tombs with the option to visit Tutankhamen’s resting site.

Afterward, meet an archaeologist at the temple of Hatshepsut, dedicated to the powerful Queen that ruled for 21 years. During your visit, you’ll learn about the archaeologist’s dig site and continuing work in cataloging new discoveries. Finally, visit the colossi of Memnon, which guarded the entrance to King Amenhotep III’s massive temple. Enjoy a late lunch in the home of a local family before heading back to Luxor. (F) (M)

Event: Funtasia Project Visit (1.0h)
Event: Besuch im Tempel der Hatschepsut und Tal der Könige (6.0h)
Event: Meet with an Archaeologist
Freizeit: Luxor
Unterkunft: Sonesta St. George Hotel Luxor

7. Tag Luxor

Start your day exploring Luxor with a visit to Karnak Temple. The temple is known as the house of Amon Ra, the King of Gods. The Temple was the largest religious complex of its time and took 2,000 years to complete, as each subsequent king has added something to the temple. Lunch will be on your own before an afternoon of free time. In the evening meet back up with the group for a visit to Luxor Temple after dark to witness the monuments lit up in their glory. Dinner will be on your own. (F)

Event: Besuch des Karnak-Tempels (2.0h)
Freizeit: Luxor
Event: Luxor Temple After Dark (1.0h)
Unterkunft: Sonesta St. George Hotel Luxor

8. Tag Luxor / Cairo

In the morning, fly from Luxor to Cairo. Head to ancient Coptic Cairo and enjoy visits to the Hanging Church, St. Sergius Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Then, travel to Tahrir Square to meet a local food expert for an Egyptian foodie experience. Visit urban local food counters and small specialty restaurants while learning about traditional dishes and their connection to Egyptian culture. The remainder of the afternoon and evening is yours to explore Cairo on your own. (F) (A)

Transport: Luxor Airport – Cairo (1.0h)
Event: Coptic Cairo Tour (1.25h)
Freizeit: Cairo
Event: Cairo Food Tour
Unterkunft: Safir Hotel Cairo

9. Tag Cairo

Drive to the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum for a morning visit on a tour that will take you through the kingdoms of Ancient Egypt. From there, proceed to Khan El Khalili, the largest bazaar in Egypt. The iconic market was established in 1382 and contains hundreds of stalls with a treasure trove of souvenirs, spices, and more. Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in the market, then walk along Muiz Islamic Street as you continue to explore the lively stalls. (F) (M)

Event: Besuch im Ägyptischen Museum (4.0h)
Event: Orientierungs-Spaziergang auf dem Basar Chan el-Chalili (2.0h)
Unterkunft: Safir Hotel Cairo

10. Tag Cairo

Depart at any time. Your departure transfer from the hotel to the Cairo International Airport is included. (F)

Transport: Cairo – Cairo International Airport

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Fahrplan-, Flugplan-, Hotel- und Programmänderungen bleiben ausdrücklich vorbehalten.

(**) organisierte Programme sowie Aktivitäten. Diese sind nicht im Reisepreis enthalten und müssen vor Ort gebucht werden. Änderungen vorbehalten.

(F=Frühstück,M=Mittagessen,A=Abendessen)

Leistungen:

Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Nawaya Project Visit, Cairo
Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Meet with an Archaeologist, Luxor
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Funtasia Project Visit, Luxor
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Local-Living-Moment: Segeltörn zu einem nubischen Dorf und traditionelles Abendessen, Aswan
Dein Foodie-Moment: Cairo Food Tour, Cairo. Arrival transfer. Guided visit to the Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx. Guided visit to Sakkara and the Step Pyramid of Zoser. Guided visit of Philae Temple in Aswan. Visit to the Abu Simbel temple. Guided visit of the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Guided visit to the tomb complex of El Kab and the temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo. Guided visit to the temples of Karnak and Luxor. Visit the Grand Egyptian Museum. Visit the Hanging church, St Sergius church & Ben Ezra Synagogue. Explore the Khan El Khalili market and Muiz Islamic street. Departure transfer. Internal flights on tour and all transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Unterbringung: Hotels (9 nts)
Transport: Private vehicle, plane, bicycle, walking, felucca, motorboat.
Mahlzeiten: 9 Frühstück, 5 Mittagessen, 2 Abendessen

Aufpreis für Einzelzimmer – nur wenn explizit gewünscht:
Ansonsten wird das Zimmer mit einem gleichgeschlechtlichem Zimmerpartner geteilt

27.04.2025 -28.12.2025 EUR 1349

Gruppengröße: Marvel at the breathtaking pyramids of Giza the oldest and last remaining of the original Seven Wonders of the World, Tour the majestic site of Abu Simbel and relish in the striking rock-cut temples built by Pharaoh Ramses II, Sample traditional Egyptian fare with a special dinner served in the home of a local Nubian family, Join an archaeologist and learn about the ongoing excavations of some of Egypt’s most famed archeological sites – including the West Bank at Luxor.

 

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Buchbar	10.08.2025	-	19.08.2025	3449 €				Unterbringung: Hotels (9 nts)
Buchbar	14.09.2025	-	23.09.2025	3639 €				Unterbringung: Hotels (9 nts)
Buchbar	21.09.2025	-	30.09.2025	3639 €				Unterbringung: Hotels (9 nts)
Buchbar	28.09.2025	-	07.10.2025	3829 €				Unterbringung: Hotels (9 nts)
Buchbar	05.10.2025	-	14.10.2025	3829 €				Unterbringung: Hotels (9 nts)
Buchbar	12.10.2025	-	21.10.2025	3829 €				Unterbringung: Hotels (9 nts)
Buchbar	19.10.2025	-	28.10.2025	3829 €				Unterbringung: Hotels (9 nts)
Buchbar	26.10.2025	-	04.11.2025	3829 €				Unterbringung: Hotels (9 nts)
Buchbar	02.11.2025	-	11.11.2025	3829 €				Unterbringung: Hotels (9 nts)
Buchbar	09.11.2025	-	18.11.2025	3639 €				Unterbringung: Hotels (9 nts)
Buchbar	07.12.2025	-	16.12.2025	3639 €				Unterbringung: Hotels (9 nts)
Buchbar	21.12.2025	-	30.12.2025	3639 €				Unterbringung: Hotels (9 nts)
Buchbar	28.12.2025	-	06.01.2026	3829 €				Unterbringung: Hotels (9 nts)