Egypt Spiritual Journey Path of Initiation in Egypt
April 24 - May 7, 2022 11 Days in Egypt with Optional 4 Day Red Sea
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The Path of Initiation
Walking the Path of Initiation in Egypt activates each one of your chakras through sacred ritual and ceremony in key temples aligning the Nile. Beginning with the root chakra in Abu Simbel and ending with the crown chakra in the Pyramid of Giza in Cairo, you will draw powerful energy inward and upward, activating the kundalini, accessing cellular memory, clearing negativity and connecting you directly with Source. It is truly an enlightening process. Itinerary and Registration Forms:
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
· 11 Days 9 Nights, 20 Meals,
· 5 Days/ 4 Nights Deluxe Nile cruise
· Cairo’s Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
· Early Private Entry to the Pyramids area before the Regular visit Start
· Private Entry to The Great Pyramids of Khufu, with visits to Khafre and Menkaure
· Camel Ride around the Pyramids & the Sphinx
· Dinner Cruise in Cairo with Live Music and Belly & Whirling Dervish Show while cruising Cairo Nile
· Sakkara Pyramid & the Bent & Red Pyramids of Dahshure
· The Temple of Isis at Philae Island
· The Hanging Church, the Jewish Synagogue.
· Sprawling temples of Luxor and Karnak in Luxor
· Tombs of the Valley of the Kings
· Queen Hatshepsut Temple
· Horse-drawn calèche ride to Edfu’s Temple of Horus
Cairo/Giza/Aswan/Luxor
Day 1 Sunday, April 24
Fly from USA to Egypt on your own or through our travel agent – Let us know.
Day 2 Monday, April 25: Cairo
Arrive Cairo
Arrive to Cairo international airport, meet and assist by Airport Rep. who will assist you through airport formalities (immigration and luggage). Then Transfer to your Hotel.
Day 3 Tuesday, April 26: Cairo
After breakfast, we will spend a full day at the Egyptian Museum. The GEM's construction is 88 percent complete and is set to open by 2020, before the previously announced official date in 2022. Construction of the museum first began in 2006, among thousands of other magnificent riches, we will see the priceless jewelry and treasures of King Tut Ankh Amon. After a hearty Egyptian lunch, our second stop is old Cairo where we visit the Church of Abu Serga, where according to tradition the Holy Family rested after fleeing from King Herod; it has an icon dating to the 11th century, and then, we visit the beautiful Ben Ezra, where, according to legend, Jeremiah was buried and where the Pharaoh’s daughter found Moses in the basket in the reeds, and where Mary found water to wash Jesus. Finally, we visit the Al-Muallaqa Church, called the Hanging Church built atop of a Roman fortress; it is one of the oldest churches in Egypt.
Evening Meditation.
Optional P.M the Sound & Light Show at the Great Pyramids - $45
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: B, L
Day 4 Wednesday, April 27: Giza/Cairo
Breakfast at hotel. Private, 7 am tour of the Great Pyramid with Sound Meditation in the King’s Chamber. Today we see one of the wonders of the world: The Great Pyramids of Giza. As we marvel at the human imagination and energy they display, we will find it will difficult to avoid being overwhelmed as these pyramids survived for 4,500 years, seeing dynasties come and go and surviving Egypt’s many foreign invaders and conquerors. A visit to a papyrus institute provides the opportunity to purchase gifts for others and treasures for ourselves. Then we have late lunch, later we have an experience that you will not see on any Egyptian tour itinerary: a special and a typical tour through Moqattam City – the Garbage City. Step into this fascinating community and view the world of these disadvantaged, yet hopeful people. On the far side of this neighborhood, a new world opens visit the Church of St. Saaman, the cathedrals carved out of the mountain.
Evening Meditation.
After our meditation, enjoy a nice dinner cruise through the beautiful River Nile in Cairo with sparkling colorful lights on a floating restaurant (very picturesque) that serve dinner with belly dance & Whirling Dervish show and life music, then return to the hotel
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: B, L
Day 5 Thursday, April 28: Giza/ Sakkara/ Dahshur
After breakfast we will visit The Red Pyramid of Dahshur. Located at a short distance from Saqqara, the Red Pyramid at Dahshur was built for the pharaoh Snefru, father of Khufu for whom the Great Pyramid of Giza was built. The Red Pyramid is the first 'true' pyramid and it has the second largest base of all Egyptian pyramids. After Lunch, we move on to Saqqara, where the oldest stone structure in the world is located: The Step Pyramid. We will also visit a weaving school where beautiful area carpets are created.
Evening Meditation.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: B, L
Day 6 Friday April 29: Aswan Nile Cruise – Embark Aswan
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Aswan, upon arrival we will visit the temple of Philae, and then transfer to your luxury cruise ship for 5 days / 4 nights’ cruise. Embarkation and lunch on board the cruise.
Evening Meditation.
Overnight: Aswan, Nile Cruise
Meals: (B, L, D)
Day 7 Saturday April 30: Abu Simbel – Aswan – Kom Ombo – Edfu.
Early Morning start by driving south through the land of Nubia to reach ABU – SIMBEL where we visit the great temples of Ramses the great and His wife Queen Nefertiti. These great monuments were cut out of the mountain in 1290 BC. The UNISCO spend $40 Million in 1964 to safe these temples as they would have been submerged completely by the huge lake that was created as they were building the High Dam in the southern part of Egypt during that time. We will drive back to Aswan to our cruise boat for lunch. Afternoon we sail to Kom Ombo. Visit the temple of Kom-Ombo that was built in 227 BC, dedicated for gods Sobek and Harroris. Sail to Edfu.
Evening Meditation.
Overnight: Edfu, Nile Cruise
Meals: (B, L, D)
Day 8 Sunday, May 1: Edfu – Esna – Luxor
Buffet Breakfast on board. We will visit the temple of HOURUS dedicated to the Falcon God. This is the most well-preserved temple I n the world that was built in 258 BC. After the visit, we will come back to the cruise boat and start sailing to Luxor via Esna Locks. Evening visit to Luxor Temple that was built 1300 BC.
Evening Meditation.
Overnight on board of the cruise ship in Luxor.
Overnight: Luxor, Nile Cruise
Meals: (B, L, D)
Day 9 Monday, May 2: Luxor
After breakfast, we will visit the West bank including the two Colossi of Memnon, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahari, Valley of kings and Madinat Habu which is known as Djanet and according to ancient belief was the place where Amun first appeared. Both Hatshepsut and Tuthmosis III built a temple dedicated to Amun here and Later Rameses III constructed his larger memorial temple on the site. After lunch, we will visit the largest temple in the world. The great temple of Karnak dedicated to the God Amon -Ra.
Evening Meditation.
Overnight on board of the cruise ship in Luxor.
Overnight: Luxor, Nile Cruise
Meals: (B, L, D)
Day 10 Tuesday, May 3: Luxor. Disembark Qena / Denderah
After breakfast we will visit The Magnificent: Temple of Hathor, Hathor was a major goddess in the ancient Egyptian pantheon, who personified the principles of joy, feminine love, and motherhood, and her cult center was at Dendera, one of the best-preserved temple complexes in all of Egypt. The Temple of Hathor is the largest and most impressive buildings in this religious complex, and is visually stunning with its grand entrance, detailed carvings, hieroglyphs, and decorated ceilings.
At the end of this visit we will split into two groups.
One group will go back to Luxor to catch a flight to return to Cairo for one night. The next day they will fly back to U.S.A
The second group will continue to drive after Denderah temple to the Red Sea for four days three nights
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: (B)
Day 11 Wednesday May 4: Cairo – USA
Wednesday/Departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to USA
Flight Home
Meals: (B)
The above tour includes:
All groups meditations and pre- trip workshops
· 4 nights in Cairo in a 5-star hotel based on bed and buffet breakfast. (Steigenberger Pyramids Hotel with Pyramid View rooms) or Similar
· 4 nights cruise in a 5-star boat based on full board. (Concerto Nile cruise or Similar)
· Entrance fees for All sites mentioned above, with English speaking Egyptologist.
· Air-conditioned bus/minibus/car
· All domestic flights
· All transfers within Egypt.
· Lunch during all sightseeing days
· Private entry to the great pyramid
· Fancy dinner Cruise in Cairo with belly dance & Whirling Dervish show and life music
· All tips (bus drivers, hotels, cruise boat, sightseeing and restaurants)
except for main Tour guide (recommended $10 per person per day)
The tour doesn’t include:
OPTIONAL TOURS AVAILABLE
Additional Red Sea R & R:
From Day 11
Overnight: Hurghada
Day 11 Wednesday, May 4th: Red Sea
Enjoy the sea-side resort in Hurghada / Enjoy the seaside resort (optional snorkeling trip/full day includes lunch) for a full-day snorkeling tour to the Gifton Islands, this one comes highly recommended and includes lunch in the national park. B +D
Overnight: in Hurghada
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12 Thursday May 5th: Red Sea
Optional camel desert safari with Bedouins. Driving with 4X4 Vehicles through the Red Sea Mountains to visit the Bedouin Settlements and learn about their way of life and Traditions while enjoying beautiful scenery and fresh air.
Overnight: in Hurghada
Meals: Breakfast
Day 13 Friday, May 6th: Depart – Fly Hurghada to Cairo.
Flight to Cairo.
After breakfast, free morning to enjoy the beach then you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cairo
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
Day 14 Saturday May 7th: Depart Cairo.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to USA (B)
Flight Home
Meals: (B)
· 11 Days 9 Nights, 20 Meals,
· 5 Days/ 4 Nights Deluxe Nile cruise
· Cairo’s Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)
· Early Private Entry to the Pyramids area before the Regular visit Start
· Private Entry to The Great Pyramids of Khufu, with visits to Khafre and Menkaure
· Camel Ride around the Pyramids & the Sphinx
· Dinner Cruise in Cairo with Live Music and Belly & Whirling Dervish Show while cruising Cairo Nile
· Sakkara Pyramid & the Bent & Red Pyramids of Dahshure
· The Temple of Isis at Philae Island
· The Hanging Church, the Jewish Synagogue.
· Sprawling temples of Luxor and Karnak in Luxor
· Tombs of the Valley of the Kings
· Queen Hatshepsut Temple
· Horse-drawn calèche ride to Edfu’s Temple of Horus
Cairo/Giza/Aswan/Luxor
Day 1 Sunday, April 24
Fly from USA to Egypt on your own or through our travel agent – Let us know.
Day 2 Monday, April 25: Cairo
Arrive Cairo
Arrive to Cairo international airport, meet and assist by Airport Rep. who will assist you through airport formalities (immigration and luggage). Then Transfer to your Hotel.
Day 3 Tuesday, April 26: Cairo
After breakfast, we will spend a full day at the Egyptian Museum. The GEM's construction is 88 percent complete and is set to open by 2020, before the previously announced official date in 2022. Construction of the museum first began in 2006, among thousands of other magnificent riches, we will see the priceless jewelry and treasures of King Tut Ankh Amon. After a hearty Egyptian lunch, our second stop is old Cairo where we visit the Church of Abu Serga, where according to tradition the Holy Family rested after fleeing from King Herod; it has an icon dating to the 11th century, and then, we visit the beautiful Ben Ezra, where, according to legend, Jeremiah was buried and where the Pharaoh’s daughter found Moses in the basket in the reeds, and where Mary found water to wash Jesus. Finally, we visit the Al-Muallaqa Church, called the Hanging Church built atop of a Roman fortress; it is one of the oldest churches in Egypt.
Evening Meditation.
Optional P.M the Sound & Light Show at the Great Pyramids - $45
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: B, L
Day 4 Wednesday, April 27: Giza/Cairo
Breakfast at hotel. Private, 7 am tour of the Great Pyramid with Sound Meditation in the King’s Chamber. Today we see one of the wonders of the world: The Great Pyramids of Giza. As we marvel at the human imagination and energy they display, we will find it will difficult to avoid being overwhelmed as these pyramids survived for 4,500 years, seeing dynasties come and go and surviving Egypt’s many foreign invaders and conquerors. A visit to a papyrus institute provides the opportunity to purchase gifts for others and treasures for ourselves. Then we have late lunch, later we have an experience that you will not see on any Egyptian tour itinerary: a special and a typical tour through Moqattam City – the Garbage City. Step into this fascinating community and view the world of these disadvantaged, yet hopeful people. On the far side of this neighborhood, a new world opens visit the Church of St. Saaman, the cathedrals carved out of the mountain.
Evening Meditation.
After our meditation, enjoy a nice dinner cruise through the beautiful River Nile in Cairo with sparkling colorful lights on a floating restaurant (very picturesque) that serve dinner with belly dance & Whirling Dervish show and life music, then return to the hotel
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: B, L
Day 5 Thursday, April 28: Giza/ Sakkara/ Dahshur
After breakfast we will visit The Red Pyramid of Dahshur. Located at a short distance from Saqqara, the Red Pyramid at Dahshur was built for the pharaoh Snefru, father of Khufu for whom the Great Pyramid of Giza was built. The Red Pyramid is the first 'true' pyramid and it has the second largest base of all Egyptian pyramids. After Lunch, we move on to Saqqara, where the oldest stone structure in the world is located: The Step Pyramid. We will also visit a weaving school where beautiful area carpets are created.
Evening Meditation.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: B, L
Day 6 Friday April 29: Aswan Nile Cruise – Embark Aswan
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Aswan, upon arrival we will visit the temple of Philae, and then transfer to your luxury cruise ship for 5 days / 4 nights’ cruise. Embarkation and lunch on board the cruise.
Evening Meditation.
Overnight: Aswan, Nile Cruise
Meals: (B, L, D)
Day 7 Saturday April 30: Abu Simbel – Aswan – Kom Ombo – Edfu.
Early Morning start by driving south through the land of Nubia to reach ABU – SIMBEL where we visit the great temples of Ramses the great and His wife Queen Nefertiti. These great monuments were cut out of the mountain in 1290 BC. The UNISCO spend $40 Million in 1964 to safe these temples as they would have been submerged completely by the huge lake that was created as they were building the High Dam in the southern part of Egypt during that time. We will drive back to Aswan to our cruise boat for lunch. Afternoon we sail to Kom Ombo. Visit the temple of Kom-Ombo that was built in 227 BC, dedicated for gods Sobek and Harroris. Sail to Edfu.
Evening Meditation.
Overnight: Edfu, Nile Cruise
Meals: (B, L, D)
Day 8 Sunday, May 1: Edfu – Esna – Luxor
Buffet Breakfast on board. We will visit the temple of HOURUS dedicated to the Falcon God. This is the most well-preserved temple I n the world that was built in 258 BC. After the visit, we will come back to the cruise boat and start sailing to Luxor via Esna Locks. Evening visit to Luxor Temple that was built 1300 BC.
Evening Meditation.
Overnight on board of the cruise ship in Luxor.
Overnight: Luxor, Nile Cruise
Meals: (B, L, D)
Day 9 Monday, May 2: Luxor
After breakfast, we will visit the West bank including the two Colossi of Memnon, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahari, Valley of kings and Madinat Habu which is known as Djanet and according to ancient belief was the place where Amun first appeared. Both Hatshepsut and Tuthmosis III built a temple dedicated to Amun here and Later Rameses III constructed his larger memorial temple on the site. After lunch, we will visit the largest temple in the world. The great temple of Karnak dedicated to the God Amon -Ra.
Evening Meditation.
Overnight on board of the cruise ship in Luxor.
Overnight: Luxor, Nile Cruise
Meals: (B, L, D)
Day 10 Tuesday, May 3: Luxor. Disembark Qena / Denderah
After breakfast we will visit The Magnificent: Temple of Hathor, Hathor was a major goddess in the ancient Egyptian pantheon, who personified the principles of joy, feminine love, and motherhood, and her cult center was at Dendera, one of the best-preserved temple complexes in all of Egypt. The Temple of Hathor is the largest and most impressive buildings in this religious complex, and is visually stunning with its grand entrance, detailed carvings, hieroglyphs, and decorated ceilings.
At the end of this visit we will split into two groups.
One group will go back to Luxor to catch a flight to return to Cairo for one night. The next day they will fly back to U.S.A
The second group will continue to drive after Denderah temple to the Red Sea for four days three nights
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: (B)
Day 11 Wednesday May 4: Cairo – USA
Wednesday/Departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to USA
Flight Home
Meals: (B)
The above tour includes:
All groups meditations and pre- trip workshops
· 4 nights in Cairo in a 5-star hotel based on bed and buffet breakfast. (Steigenberger Pyramids Hotel with Pyramid View rooms) or Similar
· 4 nights cruise in a 5-star boat based on full board. (Concerto Nile cruise or Similar)
- 1 Night Cairo, Inter-Continental City Stars or similar.
· Entrance fees for All sites mentioned above, with English speaking Egyptologist.
· Air-conditioned bus/minibus/car
· All domestic flights
· All transfers within Egypt.
· Lunch during all sightseeing days
· Private entry to the great pyramid
· Fancy dinner Cruise in Cairo with belly dance & Whirling Dervish show and life music
· All tips (bus drivers, hotels, cruise boat, sightseeing and restaurants)
except for main Tour guide (recommended $10 per person per day)
The tour doesn’t include:
- Air fare to and from Egypt
- Dinner during your stay in Cairo.
- Any kind of drinks with your meals during your day trips or in the cruise boat.
- Tips for guides/Drivers/Nile Cruise.
- Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry etc.
- Visa fee
- Trip insurance – a must!
OPTIONAL TOURS AVAILABLE
- Balloon trip in Luxor flying above the temples and the village about $160 (available on day 9)
- Sound and Light show at the Great Pyramids (available on day 3)
Additional Red Sea R & R:
From Day 11
Overnight: Hurghada
- Included 3 Nights in Hurghada Resort City, Marriott Beach Resort or Similar
Day 11 Wednesday, May 4th: Red Sea
Enjoy the sea-side resort in Hurghada / Enjoy the seaside resort (optional snorkeling trip/full day includes lunch) for a full-day snorkeling tour to the Gifton Islands, this one comes highly recommended and includes lunch in the national park. B +D
Overnight: in Hurghada
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12 Thursday May 5th: Red Sea
Optional camel desert safari with Bedouins. Driving with 4X4 Vehicles through the Red Sea Mountains to visit the Bedouin Settlements and learn about their way of life and Traditions while enjoying beautiful scenery and fresh air.
Overnight: in Hurghada
Meals: Breakfast
Day 13 Friday, May 6th: Depart – Fly Hurghada to Cairo.
Flight to Cairo.
After breakfast, free morning to enjoy the beach then you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cairo
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
Day 14 Saturday May 7th: Depart Cairo.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to USA (B)
Flight Home
Meals: (B)
Payments and Important Information
Contribution:
Cancellation Policy:
• A $500 deposit must be paid to secure a reservation. This deposit is applied against the total trip cost but is refundable until December 31, 2021 and non transferable in the event of cancellation.
• 120 days before departure (Dec 31, 2021): 50% of total package cost
• 60 days before departure: 80% of total package cost.
• Within 60days before departure:100%of total package cost
Contribution Additional Information:
*20 or less pilgrims $4490 - double occupancy – deduct $200 if paid in full by Dec. 31, 2021
**20+ pilgrims $4290 – double occupancy - deduct $200 if paid in full by Dec 31, 2021
***Deduct $100 if paid by check.
- 14 Day Package Egypt & Red Sea $4490 Double Occupancy**/***
- 14 Day Package Egypt & Red Sea $5390 Single Occupancy (includes$900 Single Supplement)
- 11 Days - Egypt Only $3995 Double Occupancy*
- 11 Days Egypt Only $$4695 Single Occupancy (includes $700 Single Supplement)
Cancellation Policy:
• A $500 deposit must be paid to secure a reservation. This deposit is applied against the total trip cost but is refundable until December 31, 2021 and non transferable in the event of cancellation.
• 120 days before departure (Dec 31, 2021): 50% of total package cost
• 60 days before departure: 80% of total package cost.
• Within 60days before departure:100%of total package cost
Contribution Additional Information:
*20 or less pilgrims $4490 - double occupancy – deduct $200 if paid in full by Dec. 31, 2021
**20+ pilgrims $4290 – double occupancy - deduct $200 if paid in full by Dec 31, 2021
***Deduct $100 if paid by check.
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COVID 19 UPDATE:
Hello, according to the CDC guidelines, in most circumstances, Covid 19 vaccinated folks can gather indoors but should continue to wear masks. By now all of us have had access to the Covid 19 Vaccine. At Spirit is Calling we wish to stay as safe as possible with our "in person" attendance. If you are not fully vaccinated yet or do not wish to be, we encourage you to continue joining us on our online space. Vaccination is required for all attendees on our Spiritual Journeys, and proof of vaccination is required prior to registering.
We will keep you updated on any changes as we learn more about being "safe" during these COVID 19 times!
Hello, according to the CDC guidelines, in most circumstances, Covid 19 vaccinated folks can gather indoors but should continue to wear masks. By now all of us have had access to the Covid 19 Vaccine. At Spirit is Calling we wish to stay as safe as possible with our "in person" attendance. If you are not fully vaccinated yet or do not wish to be, we encourage you to continue joining us on our online space. Vaccination is required for all attendees on our Spiritual Journeys, and proof of vaccination is required prior to registering.
We will keep you updated on any changes as we learn more about being "safe" during these COVID 19 times!
