Dreamscapes Travel & Lifestyle

FALL/ WINTER 2024 DREAMSCAPES 53 Egypt is back Earlier this year the Egypt Ministry of Tourism reported a record-breaking 14.9 million tourists visited Egypt in 2023. Deemed one of the safest coun- tries currently in Africa—Gallup's Law and Order Index reports that Egypt ranks 14 th in the world for safety and security. The popularity of Egypt con- tinues to grow as visitors are welcomed by friendly locals, known for their Egyptian hospitality. Royal Egypt Tours Archaeological Paths offers a variety of Egypt tours including a trio of exciting private small group tours named the "Royal Egypt Tour." Visit the Land of the Pharaohs on the company's flagship 14- day tour, limited to 27 guests, and for more exclusivity, experience the 14-day Private Edition with maximum 18 per- sons. For time-conscious travellers, there is a 10-day version, offering the essence of the longer tours. Led by three of the most important Egyptologists today, you will visit the Giza Plateau before the crowds arrive in a private trek, stand solo between the paws of the Great Sphinx off-limits to the general public who watch from a distant viewing platform, enter all three chambers inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu with exclusive access to two that are closed to tourists, then journey down the Nile in a riveting luxury river cruise for incredible discov- eries in an itinerary tailored for royal visitors, world leaders and celebrities. Guests have exclusive access to sites closed to the public, and immerse in pri- vate out-of-hours visits to the most iconic ancient sites, meeting renowned Egyptologists like Dr. Zahi Hawass. "You will visit many unique sites that very few people get to see," says Dr. Hawass about Archaeological Paths' once-in-a- lifetime experience, which includes several exclusive meetings with the leg- endary archaeologist, often called the real-life Indiana Jones. During those enriching sessions, guests are privy to the newest archaeological finds, exciting research, and more beyond-the-guide- book insights. TRAVEL PLANNER For more information about the Royal Egypt Tours and other exclusive experi- ences from Archaeological Paths, and to begin your epic journey into ancient Egypt, visit ArchaeologicalPaths.com DS PHOTOS: ARCHAEOLOGICAL PATHS TRAVEL IN STYLE Travel in a new Mercedes motor coach exclusively used for Archaeological Paths guests. The spacious air-conditioned interior, equipped with Wi-Fi, provides stress-free, hassle-free transfers, connecting guests to only the finest locations on this royal Egypt quest. Overnight in luxury hotels like the historic Marriott Mena House, over- looking the stony peaks of the pyramids, and the five-star Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Res- idence, which boasts a majestic view in the heart of Cairo. Prepare to sail the Nile River on a storied cruise that pairs luxury with extraordinary. Cruise highlights: Edfu, Kom Ombo, Luxor and Aswan. MORE ROYAL EGYPT EXPERIENCES • VIP tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum with one of its directors. • Private out-of-hours entry to Luxor Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. • Exclusive access to the Tombs of the Pyramid Builders at Giza, an active excavation site. • Exclusive access to Khonsu Temple in Karnak, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, closed to the public.

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