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Join Tyson on the 2024 Egypt Histories & Mysteries Tour

Embark on a journey like no other - explore the ancient histories and enchanting mysteries of Egypt with your host, Tyson Sheedy.

Join us March 6th - 20th, 2024

The Journey

Egypt is one of the most enchanting and energetic destinations in the world with an ancient history and an abundance of monuments unlike anywhere else. This unique tour is an opportunity to experience Egypt in a way few have done before and to step back in time to see some of the most magnificent wonders of the world.

Our journey begins in Aswan as we work our way down the Nile to Cairo. Along the way, we will visit some of the most spectacular and magical places. Some of the highlights of the trip include: a cruise on the Nile and private visits to the Great Pyramid and Sphinx on the Spring Equinox.

Check out the tour’s itinerary below!

Your Host, Tyson Sheedy

Your special host is Tyson Sheedy, a seasoned traveler, avid researcher, and gifted intuitive. Having lived in Los Angeles, New York City, and London, she has thoroughly explored these cities and traveled extensively from these points of departure. Her favorite adventures include following in the footsteps of the Inca to Machu Picchu, sailing to the Galapagos Islands, tracing her ancestry in Southern Italy and Western Ireland, walking on the Great Wall of China, snorkeling above the Great Barrier Reef, and meditating between the paws of the Sphinx.

For Tyson, every destination is another opportunity to learn and explore a new culture. When planning a trip, she thoroughly researches the destination in order to craft a well-rounded and engaging itinerary. In addition, she has always had an interest in spiritual and mystical places and incorporates this interest into her travels. She studied with Celebrities Psychic Nancy Bradley for seven years to develop her investigative skills and intuitive ability.

What's Included?

  • Meet and greet/customs assistance by tour staff at all airports
  • English-speaking Egyptologist/Guide throughout
  • All meals as mentioned in the itinerary (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
  • 1 Night accommodation in Le Meridien Cairo Airport Hotel based on half board
  • 1 Night accommodation in Movenpick Resort Aswan in a Nile view room based on half board
  • 3 Nights accommodation on 5-Star Luxury Nile Cruise-M/S Sun Goddess in a presidential suite with balcony or similar based on full board
  • 4 Nights accommodation in Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa in a Nile view room based on half board
  • 5 Nights accommodation in Marriott Mena House Hotel Cairo in a Pyramids view room based on half board
  • Unlimited mineral water per coach per day
  • Entry fees to all venues, sites, and temples as mentioned in the itinerary
  • All transportation within Egypt, including boat and air-conditioned bus
  • Domestic flight tickets from Cairo to Aswan, Luxor to Cairo, and to/from Aswan and Abu Simbel
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Service charges and taxes
  • Free SIM Card with 7GB of internet
  • Private visit to the Great Pyramid
  • Private visit to the Sphinx
  • Private visit to the Osirion at Abydos Temple

Tyson specializes in sublime adventures in destinations rich in culture and spiritual history. We hope you will join Tyson on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure!

The Itinerary

Egypt Histories and Mysteries Tour 2024

  • Day 1: Welcome to Egypt! You will be met and assisted by a tour representative at the Cairo Airport and escorted to your hotel – Le Meridien Cairo Airport Hotel.  
  • Day 2: In the morning, you will meet the group for a Welcome Breakfast. Then we will fly to Aswan where we will visit the High Dam, Philae Temple, and a local coffee/tea shop at sunset with amazing views of the city. Then we will check into our hotel – Movenpick Resort Aswan.
  • Day 3: In the morning, we will fly to Abu Simbel to explore this amazing temple complex built into a mountainside. In the afternoon, we will tour the city of Aswan and visit a cotton shop and a healing oil shop. Then we will enjoy High Tea at sunset at the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Hotel. Then we will board our luxury Nile River Cruise.
  • Day 4: As we journey along the Nile, we will stop at two temples today – Kom Ombo Temple, the only temple dedicated to two gods, and Edfu Temple, one of the most well-preserved temples in Egypt. We will then continue on through the Esna Locks. 
  • Day 5: We will begin the day with an optional hot air balloon flight at sunrise over the Valley of the Kings. After breakfast, we will explore the Valley of the Kings with a visit to the Tomb of Tutankhamun followed by the Valley of the Queens to see the Tomb of Nefertari. Then we will see the Colossi of Memnon and visit an alabaster shop.
  • Day 6: After disembarking from the cruise, we will visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, the El-Assasif Tombs, and the Ramesseum. After lunch, we will visit Habu Temple and then check into our hotel – Hilton Luxor Resort and Spa.
  • Day 7: Today we will visit Karnak Temple, a “sacred place” built by generations of Pharaohs. After lunch, we will visit the papyrus shop. Then we will have the option of a shopping trip to the Gohar Jewelry Shop and the Luxor Market or an afternoon of leisure at the hotel.
  • Day 8: In the morning, we will travel by bus to Dendara Temple and then to Abydos Temple. We will have a private visit to the Osirion, where the god Osiris is believed to be buried, and where we will see one of the oldest known hieroglyphs of the Flower of Life.   
  • Day 9: Today we will visit the Luxor Museum and the Avenue of the Sphinxes. Then we will board a sailboat called a felucca and enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch while sailing along the Nile. In the evening, we will visit Luxor Temple. 
  • Day 10: In the morning, we will fly back to Cairo. We will have lunch in Azhar Park and then visit the Citadel and Alabaster Mosque. Afterward, we will visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization to see the Royal Mummies. Then we will check into our hotel – Marriott Mena House Hotel.
  • Day 11: We will visit the Fayoum Oasis and see the Meidum and Hawara Pyramids. We will have lunch at Tunis Village and then explore the pottery shops.
  • Day 12: Today we will explore several ancient pyramids. We will start in Saqqara with the Step and Unas Pyramids followed by the Serapeum, which houses the largest sarcophagi ever discovered. After lunch, we will visit a training center for carpet making and then visit the Bent and Red Pyramids at Dahshur.
  • Day 13: We will spend the day at the Grand Egyptian Museum which contains many important artifacts of ancient Egyptian history and houses the world’s largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities including the treasures from the tomb of Tutankhamen. In the afternoon, we will have the option of a shopping trip to a local bazaar or an afternoon of leisure at the hotel.
  • Day 14: On this Spring Equinox, we will spend the day at the Giza Plateau. At sunrise, we will have a private visit to the Great Pyramid and go inside the King’s and Queen’s chambers. After breakfast, we will explore Khafre’s and Menkaure’s Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Valley Temple. We will also ride a camel at the pyramids. At sunset, we will have a private visit to the Sphinx where we will have a chance to explore this wonderous monument up close. In the evening, we will have a Farewell Dinner to celebrate our amazing journey and the friendships we have made along the way. 
  • Day 15: A tour representative will transfer you to the Cairo Airport and assist you with your departure from Egypt with memories to last a lifetime!

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