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Journey with us to Egypt!

This 9-day journey will be packed with learning experiences. See the world-famous Pyramids and be transported back to the time of Pharaohs.

Visit the Egyptian Museum and broaden your understanding of a long-ago era through historical artifacts.

Then, continue on to Luxor where you will experience Egypt via luxury cruise.

One of the most important parts of learning about a culture may be found in its food.

You will have the chance to dine at local restaurants and have a cooking lesson and home -visit to learn about authentic Egypt from a local family.

Your visit supports an advocacy movement to empower the women of Egypt.


Queen of the Nile


December 23, 2023 days and January 1, 2024 nights

Your Curriculum

At A Glance

DAY 1:Egypt Welcome to Egypt

A warm welcome to Egypt! The rich cultural and artistic heritage of Egypt will become apparent upon your arrival in Cairo. Once you have arrived and have cleared immigration, collected your luggage and passed through customs, you will see a bank of people waiting to greet you

DAY 2:Egypt Pyramids

After breakfast in the hotel, you will meet your Egyptologist for a morning excursion that visits the Pyramids and Sphinx, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
After seeing the miraculous Pyramids, you will visit a perfume factory.

DAY 3:Egypt Egyptologist

This morning, after a buffet breakfast, you will meet your Egyptologist for a morning excursion to the iconic Citadel of Saladin and the mosque of Mohamed Ali. This journey will then be followed by a visit of the Hanging Church, St. Serguis Church, and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Following your morning excursion, lunch will be served at noon at Felfela, a local restaurant well known for Egyptian cuisine.

DAY 4:Egypt Luxor

This morning, continental breakfast will start your day on an energetic note. Afterwards, you will check out of your hotel to continue your journey onto Luxor.
Following your 60-minute flight, a buffet breakfast will be served at a deluxe hotel to relax and enjoy before venturing out to see the Karnak Temple and Luxor Museum.

DAY 5:Egypt Valley of the Kings

After an early hearty morning buffet breakfast, experience the Nile by motorboat as you cross to the West Bank. At 7 a.m., visit the stunning tombs at the Valley of the Kings, followed by a visit of the Queen Hatshepsut temple, and finally a photo stop by the giant Colossi of Memnon.

DAY 6:Egypt Temple of Gebel el Silsila

After a delicious morning breakfast, followed by a visit at at 7:30 a.m. head to the Temple of temple of Gebel El Silsila, one of the well-preserved temples of Ancient Egypt.

DAY 7:Egypt Temple of Philae

After morning breakfast, you will engage at 9 a.m., visit to the lovely and elegant temple of Philae. The temple was dedicated to Isis. Later, enjoy your lunch on board as you continue your journey to your next stop.

DAY 8:Egypt Cairo

After a morning buffet breakfast, it's time to check out.
The morning fly to Cairo is approximately 1.5 hours in length.

DAY 9:Egypt See You Again

Don't leave just yet!


Why Learning Journeys?

At Learning Journeys we believe in a new kind of vacation. Our unique journeys help you explore and develop your skills and interest, travel the world, give back to the community and ultimately re-connect with yourself.


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The quest for knowledge as we open our hearts and minds to new experiences can transform us. As we see the world through the eyes of others, the communities we visit and touch are also transformed. This cycle of positive change is at the heart of every Learning Journeys experience.

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Learning Journeys is designed to nurture that ember of curiosity inside you into a flame of life-long discovery. Continued learning ensures continued growth, whether pursuing any number of interests that intrigue you or a passion you have honed over the years.

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Departure

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<p> This 9-day journey will be packed with learning experiences. See the world-famous Pyramids and be transported back to the time of Pharaohs. </p>
<p> Visit the Egyptian Museum and broaden your understanding of a long-ago era through historical artifacts. </p>
<p> Then, continue on to Luxor where you will experience Egypt via luxury cruise. </p>
<p> One of the most important parts of learning about a culture may be found in its food. </p>
<p> You will have the chance to dine at local restaurants and have a cooking lesson and home -visit to learn about authentic Egypt from a local family. </p>
<p> Your visit supports an advocacy movement to empower the women of Egypt. </p>

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What You Will Learn/Do

•    Perfume Workshop: The history of Egyptian perfumery through a workshop at a local perfume factory.
•    Egypt Mag Women’s Empowerment Project- Advocacy movement to empower the women of Egypt.
•    Historical Immersion: Egypt’s unique cultural and historical climate.
•    Egyptologist- History of the Pyramids, Sphinx, and more.
•    King Tut-Spectacular treasures of King Tutankhamen.
•    Local Cooking Experience-Egyptian Cuisine.
•    Hena Workshop: Visit a Nubian village to visit a local home and learn Hena drawing skills!
•    Life in Egypt-Enjoy brunch with a local woman in her home

Why We Love This Traveling Classroom

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<p> This journey is truly the epitome of immersive education. </p>
<p> During your time in Egypt, you will not only learn the extensive history of the pyramids by seeing them, gain knowledge of historical artifacts by visiting the Egyptian Museum, but you will also gain understanding of the real customs of Egyptian life. </p>
<p> Enjoy city explorations, an evening of food immersion in Cairo, and even a home visit where you will learn to cook Egyptian cuisine. </p>
<p> Visit a local village and learn the art of Henna. Be “Queen for a day” as you embark on your horse carriage to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Your visits support an advocacy movement to empower the women of Egypt. </p>

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How This Program Benefits The Local Community

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<p> Learning Journeys is committed to protecting and empowering women through responsible tourism throughout the world. </p>

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Program

DAY 1:Egypt Welcome to Egypt

·    Proceed to the hotel to check in,
·    Spend the day at leisure to rest and acclimate
·    Dinner tonight will be on your own
·    Overnight is at Cairo Sheraton Hotel with a - Nile River view room


DAY 2:Egypt Pyramids

LEARNING EXPERIENCE: Perfume Workshop
Following the perfume factory, lunch will take place at noon at Mariott Mens House Palace, which overlooks the pyramids.! Then, visit the collection of artifacts at the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, including the spectacular treasures of King Tutankhamun before returning to the hotel.

IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE- Cairo by night food experience
This evening, join your guide for a night-time food experience in the heart of Cairo. Start from the famous Tahrir Square and sample traditional Egyptian dishes while walking in Cairo city center streets. Overnight in Cairo.


DAY 3:Egypt Egyptologist

IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE -
Following a local lunch, your next activity will be in collaboration with Woman in Egypt Mag organization.! Egypt Mag is an advocacy movement to empower the women of Egypt. Visit a local project that supports women, and learn about the impact these programs have on women’s lives. Your visit supports the work of the organization and local women.
Tonight is a free night to enjoy a dinner of your choosing. Overnight in Cairo


DAY 4:Egypt Luxor

Next up, it’s time to check in on board the Mayfair / Mayflower Nile Cruise. ! Once boarded, there will be free time for leisure and exploring the boat before a 6 p.m. visit of the Luxor Temple.

At approximately 7:30 p.m., dinner will be served on board.

Overnight in Luxor.


DAY 5:Egypt Valley of the Kings

IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE: BRUNCH WITH A LOCAL WOMAN TO LEARN ABOUT LIFE IN EGYPT
At 10:30 a.m., it’s time for brunch with an Upper Egypt household wife to learn about authentic Egypt from a local. After brunch, you will head back to the East Bbank by motorboat.
Lunch will be served on board as you set sail to Edfu, a trip that is approximately 9 hours.

Afternoon sailing will be relaxing and educational, as you pass through the Esna lock.
Overnight in Edfu.


DAY 6:Egypt Temple of Gebel el Silsila

Then, at approximately 10 a.m. it’s time to set sail to Kom Ombo. An afternoon visit to the temple of Kom Ombo will take place following your anticipated 3:30 p.m. arrival. At 5 p.m., it’s time to set sail once again for a journey to Aswan.
Overnight in Aswan.


DAY 7:Egypt Temple of Philae

LEARNING EXPERIENCE: HENNA WORKSHOP:
The afternoon brings a scenic Felucca ride, followed by a camel ride, toward the Nubian village, where you will visit a Nubian house, and learn Nubian women's Henna drawing skills.! Dinner will be at 7:30pm back on board. Overnight in Aswan.


DAY 8:Egypt Cairo

LEARNING EXPERIENCE: COOKING CLASS
Once back in Cairo, it’s time to explore local cuisine. An immersive cooking class in collaboration with the House Of Cooking Egypt will teach you how to prepare authentic Egyptian dishes by yourself to make at home. After cooking, it’s time to eat your delicious makings for lunch. A favorite activity after cooking: it’s now time to shop. You can enjoy shopping at Khan El Khalili, a local market and El Moez Islamic street.

After shopping, it’s time to check in at the Intercontinental City Stars, located - 10 minutes from Cairo airport. Overnight in Cairo.


DAY 9:Egypt See You Again

Extend your journey on one of our numerous programs in Jordan, Israel, Oman, or India. Need to head back? We look forward to welcoming you on another Learning Journeys Traveling Classroom.




Program Registration Fees

All itinerary prices are listed in USD

Per person for Single Standard $1,500.00

Per person for Standard $3,850.00


Program Departure Dates:

Services Included

·    Accommodation:
o    3 Nights accommodation at Cairo Sheraton hotel – Nile view room
o    4 nights on M/S Mayfair Mayflower Nile Cruise - River View Room
o    One night at the Intercontinental City Starts Hotel -City View Room
·    Meals:
o    8 Breakfasts
o    5 Lunches
o    5 Dinners
·    Airfare: Cairo / Luxor - Aswan / Cairo
·    10 guided tours led by experienced Egyptologist including sites entrance fee
·    All transfers, sightseeing & excursions by air-conditioned vehicle wherever used.
·    Porter for Airports, Hotels and Nile Cruise
·    Water, tea and coffee offered during every meal.
o    One bottle of water 0.5 L per person offered on each excursion
·    Meeting and assistance on arrival / departure by our representative at Airports.
·    Private English speaking Egyptologist
12/23/2023 8:00:00 AM

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Program Type

Adventure Learning
Ancient Traditions
Arts-Crafts-Textile
Birding and Wildlife
Bucket List Learning
Dance
Fashion
Gastronomy
Genealogy
Language
Music
Photography
Theater Arts
Unplugged Learning
Wellness and Spirituality
Wine and Spirits
Woman's Focused
Writing and Literature

Learning Level

Explore an Interest
Pursue a Passion
Change My Life!

Activity Level

Moderate


What You Will Learn/Do

Perfume Workshop: The history of Egyptian perfumery through a workshop at a local perfume factory.

Egypt Mag Women’s Empowerment Project- Advocacy movement to empower the women of Egypt.

Historical Immersion: Egypt’s unique cultural and historical climate.

Egyptologist- History of the Pyramids, Sphinx, and more.

King Tut-Spectacular treasures of King Tutankhamen.

Local Cooking Experience-Egyptian Cuisine.

Henna Workshop: Visit a Nubian village to visit a local home and learn Hena drawing skills.

Life in Egypt-Enjoy brunch with a local woman in her home.


Why This Program Is Unique

This journey is truly the epitome of immersive education.

During your time in Egypt, you will not only learn the extensive history of the pyramids by seeing them, gain knowledge of historical artifacts by visiting the Egyptian Museum, but you will also gain understanding of the real customs of Egyptian life.

Enjoy city explorations, an evening of food immersion in Cairo, and even a home visit where you will learn to cook Egyptian cuisine.

Visit a local village and learn the art of Henna. Be “Queen for a day” as you embark on your horse carriage to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Your visits support an advocacy movement to empower the women of Egypt.


How This Program Benefits The Local Community

Learning Journeys is committed to protecting and empowering women through responsible tourism throughout the world.


Program Itinerary

Start/Finish City:

Open All Days


DAY 1: Welcome to Egypt

A warm welcome to Egypt! The rich cultural and artistic heritage of Egypt will become apparent upon your arrival in Cairo. Once you have arrived and have cleared immigration, collected your luggage and passed through customs, you will see a bank of people waiting to greet you · Proceed to the hotel to check in, · Spend the day at leisure to rest and acclimate · Dinner tonight will be on your own · Overnight is at Cairo Sheraton Hotel with a - Nile River view room

DAY 2: Pyramids

After breakfast in the hotel, you will meet your Egyptologist for a morning excursion that visits the Pyramids and Sphinx, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. After seeing the miraculous Pyramids, you will visit a perfume factory. LEARNING EXPERIENCE: Perfume Workshop Following the perfume factory, lunch will take place at noon at Mariott Mens House Palace, which overlooks the pyramids.! Then, visit the collection of artifacts at the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, including the spectacular treasures of King Tutankhamun before returning to the hotel. IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE- Cairo by night food experience This evening, join your guide for a night-time food experience in the heart of Cairo. Start from the famous Tahrir Square and sample traditional Egyptian dishes while walking in Cairo city center streets. Overnight in Cairo.

DAY 3: Egyptologist

This morning, after a buffet breakfast, you will meet your Egyptologist for a morning excursion to the iconic Citadel of Saladin and the mosque of Mohamed Ali. This journey will then be followed by a visit of the Hanging Church, St. Serguis Church, and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Following your morning excursion, lunch will be served at noon at Felfela, a local restaurant well known for Egyptian cuisine. IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE - Following a local lunch, your next activity will be in collaboration with Woman in Egypt Mag organization.! Egypt Mag is an advocacy movement to empower the women of Egypt. Visit a local project that supports women, and learn about the impact these programs have on women’s lives. Your visit supports the work of the organization and local women. Tonight is a free night to enjoy a dinner of your choosing. Overnight in Cairo

DAY 4: Luxor

This morning, continental breakfast will start your day on an energetic note. Afterwards, you will check out of your hotel to continue your journey onto Luxor. Following your 60-minute flight, a buffet breakfast will be served at a deluxe hotel to relax and enjoy before venturing out to see the Karnak Temple and Luxor Museum. Next up, it’s time to check in on board the Mayfair / Mayflower Nile Cruise. ! Once boarded, there will be free time for leisure and exploring the boat before a 6 p.m. visit of the Luxor Temple. At approximately 7:30 p.m., dinner will be served on board. Overnight in Luxor.

DAY 5: Valley of the Kings

After an early hearty morning buffet breakfast, experience the Nile by motorboat as you cross to the West Bank. At 7 a.m., visit the stunning tombs at the Valley of the Kings, followed by a visit of the Queen Hatshepsut temple, and finally a photo stop by the giant Colossi of Memnon. IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE: BRUNCH WITH A LOCAL WOMAN TO LEARN ABOUT LIFE IN EGYPT At 10:30 a.m., it’s time for brunch with an Upper Egypt household wife to learn about authentic Egypt from a local. After brunch, you will head back to the East Bbank by motorboat. Lunch will be served on board as you set sail to Edfu, a trip that is approximately 9 hours. Afternoon sailing will be relaxing and educational, as you pass through the Esna lock. Overnight in Edfu.

DAY 6: Temple of Gebel el Silsila

After a delicious morning breakfast, followed by a visit at at 7:30 a.m. head to the Temple of temple of Gebel El Silsila, one of the well-preserved temples of Ancient Egypt. Then, at approximately 10 a.m. it’s time to set sail to Kom Ombo. An afternoon visit to the temple of Kom Ombo will take place following your anticipated 3:30 p.m. arrival. At 5 p.m., it’s time to set sail once again for a journey to Aswan. Overnight in Aswan.

DAY 7: Temple of Philae

After morning breakfast, you will engage at 9 a.m., visit to the lovely and elegant temple of Philae. The temple was dedicated to Isis. Later, enjoy your lunch on board as you continue your journey to your next stop. LEARNING EXPERIENCE: HENNA WORKSHOP: The afternoon brings a scenic Felucca ride, followed by a camel ride, toward the Nubian village, where you will visit a Nubian house, and learn Nubian women's Henna drawing skills.! Dinner will be at 7:30pm back on board. Overnight in Aswan.

DAY 8: Cairo

After a morning buffet breakfast, it's time to check out. The morning fly to Cairo is approximately 1.5 hours in length. LEARNING EXPERIENCE: COOKING CLASS Once back in Cairo, it’s time to explore local cuisine. An immersive cooking class in collaboration with the House Of Cooking Egypt will teach you how to prepare authentic Egyptian dishes by yourself to make at home. After cooking, it’s time to eat your delicious makings for lunch. A favorite activity after cooking: it’s now time to shop. You can enjoy shopping at Khan El Khalili, a local market and El Moez Islamic street. After shopping, it’s time to check in at the Intercontinental City Stars, located - 10 minutes from Cairo airport. Overnight in Cairo.

DAY 9: See You Again

Don't leave just yet! Extend your journey on one of our numerous programs in Jordan, Israel, Oman, or India. Need to head back? We look forward to welcoming you on another Learning Journeys Traveling Classroom.


Program Registration Fees

2023 Departures & Fees 2 Departures

Date Double Occupancy Single Supplement Additional
June 24, 2023
Reserve Online
$5,005.00
Per Person
$1,950.00
Per Person
December 23, 2023
Reserve Online
$5,005.00
Per Person
$1,950.00
Per Person
Dates & Fees: View 2023
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Services Included

Accommodation: 3 Nights accommodation at Cairo Sheraton hotel – Nile view room 4 nights on M/S Mayfair Mayflower Nile Cruise - River View Room One night at the Intercontinental City Starts Hotel -City View Room Flights: Airfare: Cairo / Luxor - Aswan / Cairo *** International flights are not included. Guide: Private English speaking Egyptologist Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 5 Dinners Additional Services: Learning experiences as noted 10 experiences led by Egyptologist including sites entrance fee Porter for Airports, Hotels and Nile Cruise Water, tea and coffee offered during every meal. One bottle of water 0.5 L per person offered on each excursion Meeting and assistance on arrival / departure by our representative at Airports. Transport: All transfers, sightseeing & excursions by air-conditioned vehicle

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