Visit Philae, Kom Ombo and Edfu
Legends of the Nile
Cairo, Temples & Timeless Landscapes
Journey from Cairo’s pyramids to the great temples of Upper Egypt on an immersive Nile voyage.
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About this trip
Cairo, Temples & Timeless Landscapes
This extended journey combines Cairo’s defining landmarks with a voyage between Aswan and Luxor. Students explore how the Nile supported settlement, agriculture, religion, trade and royal authority.
From Philae and Kom Ombo to Karnak and the Valley of the Kings, each stop introduces a new chapter in Egypt’s story.
Why this journey?
A journey beyond the classroom
- Explore Giza, Memphis and Saqqara
- Sail through the Nile Valley
- Visit Philae, Kom Ombo and Edfu
- Walk through Karnak and Luxor temples
- Discover the Valley of the Kings
- Compare ancient monuments with modern Egypt
DID YOU KNOW?
The Nile’s annual flood deposited fertile soil that supported farming and helped Egyptian civilisation flourish
The experience
Highlights of the journey
Meaningful places selected for their educational value and cultural significance.
Explore Giza, Memphis and Saqqara
Cairo & Giza
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Sail through the Nile Valley
Aswan & Philae
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Temples of the Nile
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Walk through Karnak and Luxor temples
Luxor’s West Bank
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4 days of discovery
Suggested itinerary
This itinerary can be adapted around your curriculum, group requirements and preferred travel dates.
Day 1
Arrival in Cairo
Arrive in Egypt’s energetic capital, meet your local representative and transfer to your accommodation. Settle in before receiving an introduction to the country and the journey ahead.
Day 2
Wonders of Ancient Egypt
Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx before continuing to Memphis and Saqqara. Pupils will investigate royal power, ancient beliefs, burial traditions and the development of monumental architecture.
Day 3
Historic Cairo
Explore a major collection of Ancient Egyptian artefacts before visiting the Citadel and one of Cairo’s historic mosques. Finish at Khan el-Khalili, where traditional crafts and busy streets reveal another side of the city.
Day 4
Cairo to Aswan
Fly south to Aswan and board your Nile cruise. Visit the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple to learn about engineering, stoneworking and the preservation of ancient monuments.
Day 5
Kom Ombo and the Nile
Sail along the Nile to Kom Ombo and explore its unusual riverside temple. Discover its symmetrical design, ancient medical carvings and dedication to the gods Sobek and Horus before continuing towards Edfu.
Day 6
Edfu, Karnak and Luxor
Visit the remarkably preserved Temple of Edfu before sailing to Luxor. Explore the East Bank, including the vast Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple, while learning about religious life in Ancient Egypt.
Day 7
Valley of the Kings
Cross to Luxor’s West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Afterwards, fly back to Cairo and transfer to your accommodation.
Day 8
Departure from Cairo
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for the return journey, taking home a deeper understanding of Egyptian civilisation and life along the Nile.
This is a suggested itinerary. The order of activities may change according to flight schedules, local conditions and availability. Your Pathfinder specialist will confirm all timings and visits in the final programme.
TRIP AT A GLANCE
MADE FOR YOUR
SCHOOL
Stay
4 hotel + 3 cruise nights
Transport
Private coach
Guides
English-speaking
Programme
Fully adaptable
Egypt
Journey from Cairo’s pyramids to the great temples of Upper Egypt on an immersive Nile voyage.
YOUR TRIP PACKAGE
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Return international flights, including taxes
- Carefully selected accommodation
- Breakfast and evening meals
- Private airport transfers and in-destination coach travel
- Experienced English-speaking local guides
- Guided visits and activities shown in the confirmed itinerary
- Pre-departure planning and a detailed information pack
- Free staff places based on the agreed group size
Not included: travel insurance, visas where required, personal spending, optional activities and tips. Your final quotation will clearly confirm all inclusions.
Learning beyond the classroom
Designed to support curriculum learning
Guided visits encourage students to question, reflect and connect places with classroom studies.
Investigate evidence, chronology and the ways the past shapes modern communities.
History
01
Explore landscapes, settlement, tourism and relationships between people and place.
Geography
02
Encounter sacred architecture, shared heritage and cultural identity.
Religious Studies
03
Develop respectful enquiry, independence and responsible global citizenship.
Citizenship
04
Students will return with…
Stronger subject knowledge
Improved confidence and teamwork
Greater cultural awareness and empathy
Memories that bring learning to life
Teacher reassurance
Planned with care. Supported throughout.
Student wellbeing sits at the heart of every Pathfinder journey. We work with school leaders and experienced local partners to create a safe and rewarding programme.
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Risk-aware planning
Information and support for school risk assessments.
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Trusted partners
Experienced guides, accommodation and transport.
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Group requirements
Support with dietary, medical and accessibility needs.
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Before you travel
Dedicated planning and detailed final information.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Can the itinerary be adapted?
Yes. We can adjust the programme to suit your curriculum focus, preferred pace, group needs and available budget.
Are free teacher places available?
Free staff places are available according to the agreed pupil-to-staff ratio and will be confirmed in your quotation.
Can dietary requirements be accommodated?
Most dietary requirements and allergies can be accommodated when provided to us well before departure.
When should we book?
We recommend enquiring as early as possible, particularly for larger groups or specific travel dates. This gives your school the best choice of flights and accommodation.
Tauheedul Islam Boys' High School
"Working with Hisham and the Pathfinder Trips team made organising our school trip incredibly straightforward. Every detail was carefully planned, communication was excellent throughout, and the itinerary was perfectly tailored to our students. Their professionalism and attention to detail gave us complete confidence, allowing both staff and students to enjoy an unforgettable educational experience from start to finish."
Tauheedul Islam Boys
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