Cruise between Aswan and Luxor
Nile & Red Sea Discovery
Civilisation, Landscapes & Coastal Ecology
Combine Egypt’s greatest historical sites with the contrasting landscapes of the Red Sea coast.
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About this trip
Civilisation, Landscapes & Coastal Ecology
This comprehensive programme follows Egypt’s story from the pyramids of Cairo to the temples and tombs of the Nile Valley, before crossing the Eastern Desert.
The Red Sea stay creates space for reflection and optional environmental learning as students compare river, desert and marine landscapes.
Why this journey?
A journey beyond the classroom
- Discover Cairo’s ancient and Islamic heritage
- Cruise between Aswan and Luxor
- Explore temples, tombs and archaeological evidence
- Cross the Eastern Desert
- Compare river, desert and coast
- Balance intensive learning with reflection
DID YOU KNOW?
The Red Sea supports some of the world’s northernmost tropical coral reefs, adapted to unusually warm and salty conditions.
The experience
Highlights of the journey
Meaningful places selected for their educational value and cultural significance.
Discover Cairo’s ancient and Islamic heritage
Cairo & Giza
01
Nile Voyage
02
Explore temples, tombs and archaeological evidence
Ancient Luxor
03
Cross the Eastern Desert
Red Sea Coast
04
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 Cairo, meet your local representative and transfer to your accommodation. Settle in and prepare for a journey combining ancient history, Nile landscapes and the Red Sea coast.
Day 2
Pyramids, Sphinx and Saqqara
Explore the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx before travelling to Memphis and Saqqara. Examine how Egyptian architecture, religion and royal authority developed over thousands of years.
Day 3
Cairo’s Heritage
Discover ancient artefacts and stories at one of Cairo’s leading museums. Continue to the historic Citadel and a significant mosque before experiencing the atmosphere, crafts and trading traditions of Khan el-Khalili Bazaar.
Day 4
Cairo to Aswan
Fly to Aswan and board the Nile cruise. Visit the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple, exploring themes of engineering, archaeology, water management and cultural preservation.
Day 5
Kom Ombo
Sail to Kom Ombo and explore its distinctive riverside temple, learning about religious beliefs, ancient medicine and the importance of the Nile. Continue sailing towards Edfu.
Day 6
Edfu and Luxor
Visit the Temple of Edfu before continuing to Luxor. Explore Karnak and Luxor temples on the East Bank and discover how these ceremonial sites developed over successive dynasties.
Day 7
Luxor to the Red Sea
Visit the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut and Colossi of Memnon on Luxor’s West Bank. Afterwards, travel through the Eastern Desert to the Red Sea resort of Hurghada.
Day 8
Red Sea Experience
Enjoy a more relaxed day beside the Red Sea. Depending on the final programme, pupils may take part in supervised swimming, a boat excursion, snorkelling or organised activities at the accommodation.
Day 9
Coastal Leisure and Marine Life
Spend another day enjoying the coast and the facilities available to the group. Optional activities can introduce pupils to the Red Sea’s marine environment and the importance of protecting coral ecosystems.
Day 10
Return to Cairo
Transfer to Hurghada Airport for the flight back to Cairo. On arrival, continue to the accommodation for the final evening in Egypt.
Day 11
Departure
Enjoy breakfast before transferring to Cairo International Airport. The group will depart with memories spanning ancient monuments, Nile communities and the natural beauty of the Red Sea.
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
Hotels, cruise & resort
Transport
Private coach
Guides
English-speaking
Programme
Fully adaptable
Egypt
Combine Egypt’s greatest historical sites with the contrasting landscapes of the Red Sea coast.
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.
03
Group requirements
Support with dietary, medical and accessibility needs.
04
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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