The Great Sphinx stands in front of a large pyramid in the desert under a partly cloudy sky.

Legends of the Nile

Experience Egypt’s sites, history, and culture on a guided journey by land and Nile cruise.

Highlights

  • Journey through Egypt with an Egyptologist, visiting the Pyramids of Giza and tombs in the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens.
  • Cruise the Nile for four nights aboard the Sanctuary Nile Adventurer, exploring temples, villages, and landmarks.
  • Marvel at Luxor and Karnak’s majestic temples, the colossal Abu Simbel, and uncover the mysteries of the past at the Grand Egyptian Museum’s collection.
  • Explore Cairo’s mosques and bazaars, visit a Nubian village, and learn about antiquities conservation at Luxor’s research center.
This is an exclusive U-M departure operated by AHI.

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart U.S. for Cairo, Egypt
Day 2: Cairo
Day 3: Cairo
Day 4: Saqqara | Giza
Day 5: Cairo
Day 6: Cairo | Luxor
Day 7: Luxor | Embarkation
Day 8: Karnak | Cruising the Nile
Day 9: Cruising the Nile | Edfu | Kom Ombo
Day 10: Aswan | Philae | Nubian Village
Day 11: Disembarkation | Abu Simbel | Cairo
Day 12: Cairo | Depart for U.S.

Available to Book
Oct. 18-29, 2027

Starting price

$8,145

Deposit per person

$1,000

Countries Visited

Egypt

Activity Level

High
Oct. 18-29, 2027

Starting price

$8,145
*Single supplement applies

Deposit per person

$1,000

Countries Visited

Egypt

Activity Level

High

Michigan Alumni Travel is an exclusive member benefit. All travelers, regardless of alumni status, must be members to attend our trips. See our full membership options.

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