Solo-ish Egypt
- Trip code: 401X007
- Dauer: 9
- Stil: Solo-ish Adventures
Travel solo but never alone on this nine-day Egyptian adventure where new friendships await and ancient history comes alive. Wander the wonders of the Nile, stand in awe before the Great Pyramid of Giza, and connect with Egypt’s rich culture over a village lunch with a welcoming Nubian family. Drift along the Nile on a traditional felucca, feast on farm-to-table Egyptian cuisine near Cairo, and lose yourself in the vibrant bazaars of Aswan and Luxor. With each unforgettable moment and every spontaneous surprise, you’ll return home with a fresh perspective on Egypt — and maybe even on yourself.
Übersicht
Accommodation
Hotels (7 nts) on a twinshare basis. Overnight train (1 nt). If you are interested in purchasing your own room, please see below for the My Own Room option
Checklist
Cold weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers
Conservative Dress:
• Modest clothing that covers knees and shoulders (Long pants, long skirts, shirts that cover shoulders)
• Shawl or scarf (for temple visits)
Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)
Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket
Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout and local guides for some experiences while on tour
Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg 12
Highlights
Learn about a local farming initiative’s mission to transform the food landscape for families near Cairo, Sail down the Nile on a traditional felucca, See the grandeur of the pyramids and the mysterious Sphinx up close, Share a meal with a Nubian family in their home, Explore ancient temples and monuments
Introduction
Travel solo but never alone on this nine-day Egyptian adventure where new friendships await and ancient history comes alive. Wander the wonders of the Nile, stand in awe before the Great Pyramid of Giza, and connect with Egypt’s rich culture over a village lunch with a welcoming Nubian family. Drift along the Nile on a traditional felucca, feast on farm-to-table Egyptian cuisine near Cairo, and lose yourself in the vibrant bazaars of Aswan and Luxor. With each unforgettable moment and every spontaneous surprise, you’ll return home with a fresh perspective on Egypt — and maybe even on yourself
Meals Included
8 Frühstück, 3 Mittagessen, 3 Abendessen
Meal Budget
Plane USD165-215 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein
Optional Activities
Aswān
- Besichtigung von Abu Simbel (Bus)
- Suk-Besuch (Gratis)
Luxor
- Basarbesuch (Gratis)
Start / Finish
Cairo nach Luxor
Transport
Private vehicle, overnight train, felucca, walking
What's Included
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Funtasia Project Visit, Luxor
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dinner Party: Cairo Street Food Walking Experience, Cairo
We Day: The Great Pyramids of Giza & A Female-led Community Kitchen, Cairo
G Day: Cairo's Ancient History Through Religion & Culture, Cairo
Dein Local-Living-Moment: Segeltörn zu einem nubischen Dorf und traditionelles Abendessen, Aswān
Me Day: Aswān Me Day, Aswān
Dein Local-Living-Moment: Mittagessen mit einer einheimischen Familie, Luxor. Complimentary arrival transfer. Overnight train to Aswan. Philae temple by boat. Sail to a Nubia Family for a local meal. Free time in Aswan & Luxor. Ride a felucca to Kom Ombo temple. West Bank tour. Karnak temple. Funtasia Project. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Internationale Flüge
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Minimum Age 18+
The minimum age for this trip is 18 years
Itinerary
Day 1 Dinner Party: Cairo
Welcome to Egypt! Arrive by 2:00 pm for your included arrival transfer from the airport. Then join your CEO and group for this evening’s adventure. After your welcome moment, head to downtown Cairo for a walking food tour with stops at local favourite establishments. Learn more about Egyptian cuisine as you wander the bustling streets and taste street food from fava beans to falafel sandwiches. Witness first-hand how food has the power to bond strangers together and enjoy yourself during this G unique family-style dinner
Day 2 We Day: Cairo
Wake early to beat the heat and enjoy a visit to the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. We’ve all “seen” the pyramids, but your first glimpse will always take your breath away. Learn more about the structures from your CEO and certified Egyptologist and feel as if you’ve stepped back in time. Then head to a cultural farming project outside the city that boasts a female-led community kitchen. Attend a bread making demonstration before having lunch here with the women of the project to hear how their work is preserving their traditions, culture, and ways of life, while allowing them to independently support their families. Afterwards, pass through the barren desert and fertile farmlands to Sakkara, the site of the county’s first pyramids. Spend the rest of the evening on your own back at the hotel
Day 3 G Day: Cairo and overnight train to Aswan
Prepare to experience what G Adventures does best and enjoy an adventurous day in Cairo with a surprise G twist occurring somewhere along the way. Spend the morning at the Egyptian Museum, which houses over 10,000 pieces from every period of Egyptian history, making it a fantastic place to learn about the country. From priceless artifacts to mesmerizing mummies, there are millennia of Egyptian heritage on display. Travel onward to The Hanging Church, also known as Saint Virgin Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church, and one of Egypt’s oldest churches. Break up the day with lunch at a local spot in Khan el-Khalili, a famous bazaar and souk in the historic centre of Cairo. Visit two mosques after lunch that are very cherished and of great historical significance to the Muslim community. As you observe the allure of these places for yourself, know you are experiencing the true essence of old Cairo. Be on the lookout for today’s surprise! The evening will be spent aboard an overnight train to Aswan
Day 4 Aswān
As one of the important destinations in Egypt and the premier location at the far southern end of the country where the Nile widens and the Sahara Desert meets its flowing water. For thousands of years it has been a crucial trade route between Egypt and Africa and today it offers a fusion of cultures, landscapes, and some striking architecture. After arriving on the overnight train, the group will travel to the beautiful Philae Temple. Sail across the Nile to the island of Agilkia to explore this temple complex. Sail back to the mainland and have free time for lunch back at the hotel before reconvening for a short walk to the boat launch point. Cross to one of the many Nile islands and visit a Nubian village. Walk around the small community, then enjoy a traditional dinner at a local family in their home
Day 5 Me Day: Aswān
It’s time for a day that belongs to you! The choice really is all yours. You can join your CEO for a visit to Abu Simbel, one of the most fascinating sights in the area, or you can spend the morning enjoying your own company. The remainder of the day is free to do as you choose. Perhaps, join a half-day tour to an unfinished obelisk and gain insights into Egypt's rich history of monumental construction.Either way, take the itinerary into your own hands and spend some time exploring the area on your own
Day 6 Aswān/Luxor
Travel by traditional felucca today along the Nile to Aswan Bridge, where you’ll disembark as a group and transfer to Kom Umbo. Visit this temple right on the banks of the river that is dedicated to the crocodile god before continuing on towards Luxor, the incredible city on the East Bank. Enjoy dinner at a local market restaurant in the city before an evening to yourself; the perfect way to unwind
Day 7 Luxor
Prepare for a day of visits to the most impressive sites in Luxor. Begin with the famed Valley of the Kings on a guided tour descending down the narrow corridors to check out the tombs of the pharaohs. Then it’s onward to The Funerary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which seems to rise out of the surrounding limestone outcrops and learn more about how her family members attempted to wipe her memory from history. Finish off the guided visits at the massive 18m (59ft)-high Colossi of Memnon, which is all that remains of this once magnificent ancient temple. Lunch will be had with a local family on the West Bank of the Nile with views over the water. After the meal the group will stop at an Alabaster Factory together to learn more about this type of stone and what it means to Egyptians both ancient and today. The remainder of the late afternoon and evening will be spent at your leisure
Day 8 Luxor
Sail by ferry back to the West Bank this morning to meet your student guide. Then, set off on two wheels and pedal through the local village where the group will visit and learn about the Funtasia Project and how it’s benefitting the local community over tea. Round out the day with a stop at Karnak Temple to learn about ancient religious life in Egypt. Then, have a free afternoon all to yourself to explore the bustling bazaar in Luxor at your leisure
Day 9 Luxor
You arrived a solo traveller and are leaving with many new friends. Say goodbye to your fellow Solo-ish travellers and depart at any time
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Dinner Party: Cairo
Day 2 We Day: Cairo
Day 3 G Day: Cairo and overnight train to Aswan
Please note, before tonight's travel the group will return to the hotel where there will be time to shower and freshen up. The overnight train is a modern air-conditioned sleeper, with twin-berth beds. There is no shower in the cabin, but each cabin does have a sink. The shared toilet is at the end of each carriage. A basic airline-style tray meal for dinner and breakfast is included. Attendants can serve drinks in your compartment at extra cost or there is a bar car for socializing.
Day 4 Aswān
Day 5 Me Day: Aswān
Day 6 Aswān/Luxor
Day 7 Luxor
Day 8 Luxor
Day 9 Luxor
