Discover Egypt and the Nile Valley

Join us for a historical and cultural immersion into Egypt’s ancient treasures and timeless wonders. From iconic landmarks to architectural marvels that have captivated the world for millennia, this land of pharaohs and pyramids is undeniably a crucial part of human history.

Discover Egypt and the Nile Valley

Join us for a historical and cultural immersion into Egypt’s ancient treasures and timeless wonders. From iconic landmarks to architectural marvels that have captivated the world for millennia, this land of pharaohs and pyramids is undeniably a crucial part of human history.

Highlights

  • Be awed before the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Great Sphinx and delve deep into history at the Grand Egyptian Museum.
  • Witness the grandeur of the Karnak Temple Complex which includes contributions from approximately 30 pharaohs over thousands of years.
  • Sail the Nile on a private dahabiya — a traditional Egyptian sailing vessel — for four relaxing days and nights.
  • Be captivated by the intricate carvings inside the temple of Kom Ombo and visit Elephantine Island to view its traditional Nubian villages.
This is an exclusive U-M departure operated by Orbridge.

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart U.S. for Cairo, Egypt
Day 2: Cairo
Day 3: Cairo | Giza
Day 4: Cairo
Day 5: Cairo | Luxor
Day 6: Luxor | Esna | Embarkation | Nile River
Day 7: Edfu | Nile
Day 8: Edfu | Nile | Kom Ombo
Day 9: Kom Ombo | Nile
Day 10: Nile | Disembarkation | Aswan
Day 11: Aswan
Day 12: Aswan | Cairo
Day 13: Cairo | Depart for U.S.

Host

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Jody Lori

Sara H. & Robert B. Rothschild Endowed Professor in Global Nursing

Fun fact

I have traveled to over 100 countries in various roles as an educator and researcher.

U-M Role

I am a nurse-midwife by clinical background and served as the Associate Dean for Global Affairs and Director of the PAHO/WHO Collaborating Center in the School of Nursing for over a decade. My research focuses on the development and testing of innovative models of care to improve maternal and newborn health in areas of the world challenged by a lack of human resources, long distances to care, and cultural, gender, and socio-economic barriers. I have extensive experience working in sub-Saharan Africa.

Available to Book
Oct. 5-17, 2025

Starting price

$6,995

Deposit per person

$850

Countries Visited

Egypt

Activity Level

Medium
Oct. 5-17, 2025

Starting price

$6,995
*Single supplement applies

Deposit per person

$850

Countries Visited

Egypt

Activity Level

Medium
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