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About this trip
Join us for a stress-free travel experience! Our trip leaders will be with you every step of the way, from meeting you at the airport on arrival day to ensuring a safe transfer on departure day, and everything in between. We’ve got you covered!
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🌞🐫 Calling all educators with an appetite for adventure and a thirst for knowledge! 📚✨ This summer, get ready to embark on an awe-inspiring journey to Egypt that will unravel the mysteries of the past while creating unforgettable memories for your future. Join us on an extraordinary expedition that combines the wonders of ancient history with the luxury of a Nile cruise. 🛳️🌅 Picture yourself gazing upon the iconic pyramids, floating down the legendary Nile, and stepping back in time to walk in the footsteps of pharaohs. From the bustling bazaars of Cairo to the tranquil temples of Luxor, every moment will be a lesson in itself. Engage with local experts, immerse yourself in the stories of ancient civilizations, and return to your classroom with a treasure trove of knowledge to ignite young minds. This isn't just a trip – it's a time-traveling experience that will reshape the way you teach forever. Pack your enthusiasm and join us for an Egyptian odyssey that promises adventure, enlightenment, and endless inspiration! 🏛️Note** Itinerary Subject to Change**
Professional Development: You will have the opportunity to visit schools and meet local educators. Please note, when we offer school visits, we are not guaranteeing you will be in your exact grade level. Learning about a new culture and making connections with educators provides an authentic learning experience for you to reflect on and bring back to your classroom.
You will be given a professional development certificate for 25 hours of professional development.
Terrain: Lots of stairs and uneven terrain
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What’s included
- Welcome ReceptionWelcome Reception upon arrival
- PD CertificateA certificate for 20 hours of professional development will be given to each participant
- Hotel Accommodations4 & 5 Star Hotel Accommodations
- MealsBreakfast every morning, 7 lunches and 5 dinners included
- Dinner CruiseDinner Cruise on the Nile with Belly Dancing and Tanoura Show.
- Summit DinnerConclusive Summit Dinner at end of PD Trip
- Group SightseeingIncluded highlights: a half day tour to the Alabaster Mosque (The Citadel), Dinner Cruise, Sound & Light Show at Giza Pyramids, Full day tour to the Pyramids and Egyptian Museum and more!
- Ground TransportationAll ground transportation in country. Also includes Roundtrip Air from Cairo to Aswan/Luxor.
- BBT T-ShirtYou will be sent a BBT shirt, specific to your trip, before your departure!
- The BBT TeamYour amazing Trip Leaders, your Professional Development facilitators, our Trip Managers, and our On-Site and Off-Site Team members!
What’s not included
- AirfareAirfare is not included
- Optional Side TripsYou will have a list of optional side trips for an additional fee, which will be available at a later date.
- VISA
- Tips and Gratuities
Available Packages
Available Add-Ons
Bookbag Tours has partnered with Friends University, based in Kansas, to offer graduate credit for this experiential learning course, designed to enhance professional development through global engagement. Educators have the option to enroll in either a 1 credit or 3 credit graduate-level workshop, allowing them to deepen their learning and apply new insights to their teaching practices. This partnership provides educators with a structured opportunity to gain professional growth, global perspectives, and practical applications for their classrooms, all while earning recognized graduate-level credit from an accredited university.
Click here to read the syllabus and to learn more about the 1 graduate credit course. (Document is view only, please download or make a copy. )
Payment for the credit is due when signing up for the add-on within WeTravel and is non-refundable. (It is the participant’s responsibility to verify if their school district will accept the credit(s) before they sign up. This can usually be done by printing out the syllabus linked above and sharing it with the school district.) This payment is not included with the autopayment function. Please read the syllabus linked above for more information pertaining to the enrollment process.
Deadline: July 31, 2025 (No signups will be accepted after the deadline)
If you have multiple people on your WeTravel account that you booked a trip for, please indicate who the credit option is for when booking and email [email protected] with the information as well.
Bookbag Tours has partnered with Friends University, based in Kansas, to offer graduate credit for this experiential learning course, designed to enhance professional development through global engagement. Educators have the option to enroll in either a 1 credit or 3 credit graduate-level workshop, allowing them to deepen their learning and apply new insights to their teaching practices. This partnership provides educators with a structured opportunity to gain professional growth, global perspectives, and practical applications for their classrooms, all while earning recognized graduate-level credit from an accredited university.
Click here for the syllabus and to learn more about the 3 graduate credit course. (Document is view only, please download or make a copy.)
Payment for the credit is due when signing up for the add-on within WeTravel and is non-refundable. (It is the participant’s responsibility to verify if their school district will accept the credit(s) before they sign up. This can usually be done by printing out the syllabus linked above and sharing it with the school district.) This payment is not included with the autopayment function. Please read the syllabus linked above for more information pertaining to the enrollment process.
Deadline: July 31, 2025 (No signups will be accepted after the deadline)
If you have multiple people on your WeTravel account that you booked a trip for, please indicate who the credit option is for when booking and email [email protected] with the information as well.
Our tour guide will pick you up from your Nile cruise in Aswan, to sail on the Nile by a
motorboat to the Nubian Village that is located on West Bank of the River Nile in Aswan
and just opposite to Soheil Island and near the Aswan Dam passing by the First Cataract of
Aswan, this fantastic tour to the Nubian Village lets you meet and impact with a Nubian
family and to learn about their simple life style, culture and traditions and then you be
transferred back to your Nile cruise in Aswan.
Egypt Unlimited Tours Guide will pick you up from your hotel in Aswan to enjoy a visit to
Abu Simbel by a private air-conditioned vehicle. The two Temples of Abu Simbel, with
their unique style, are considered to be the masterpieces of ancient Egypt. The Temple of
Ramsses II was dedicated to the four universal gods Ptah, Re-Her-Akhtey, Amun-Re, and
to Ramsses II himself. The great Abu Simbel temple is also called The Sun Temple of
Ramssess II.The Temple of Queen Nefertari is also Called Temple of Hathor who was the
wife of the Sun God so in a symbolic way, the two Temples, that of Ramsses II and that of
Nefertari, bring Ramesses II, Nefertari, Hathor and the Sun God together as one. Then you
will head back Aswan to go back to your hotel.
Early morning, Our representative will pick you up from your Nile Cruise to the West Bank
to enjoy Egypt Hot Air Balloon. Transfer to marine enjoy Soft drinks before you take the
motor boat to the west bank, then you will be transferred to the take off area where you are
going to start your balloon ride in the sky of the biggest open-air museum Luxor. The
"Balloon Ride" trip departs everyday, however confirmation in advance is still highly
recommended.
Our Tour Guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo, to enjoy amazing Day Trip To
Alexandria From Cairo. First, visit Pompey's Pillar. It was constructed in honour of Emperor
Diocletian at the end of the 4th century. Originally from the temple of the Serapis, it was
once a magnificent structure rivalling the Soma and the Caesarean. Then drive to visit the
Catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock.
Lunch at Sea Food restaurant in Alexandria, and then proceed to see the Qaitbay Citadel
which was built on the site of the ancient pharaohs (lighthouse) of Alexandria then, to
Bibliotheca Alexandria. Finally you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo.
For one person (Private) upgrade to the Presidential Suite with a King Bed (1 Bed only). Click the link to see the picture.
Jordan Luxury Tour 5 D -4N
Day 1: Final Departure from Egypt
Fly To Jordan After breakfast trfansfer to Cairo airport with Unforgettable Memories. Take your flight to Amman. Arrive to Queen Alia International Airport, our representative will meet and assist the client with customs and immigration formalities to get the visa, then transfer to Amman for overnight at the hotel.
Overnight Amman Hotel: 5 Star Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast Hotel.
Day 2: Amman – Mt. Nebo – Madaba – Shobak - Petra
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart to Visit the Sanctuary of Mount Nebo and Madaba . Continue via desert highway to visit Shobak.
Overnight Petra Hotel: 5 Star Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast Hotel /Lunch.
Day 3: Petra – Wadi Rum
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit of Petra. Late afternoon, transfer to Wadi rum, join 2 hours’ tour in 4x4 jeep. Continue to the camp for dinner and overnight.
Overnight Wadi Rum
Meals included: Breakfast /Lunch / Dinner
Day 4: Wadi Rum – Dead Sea.
Breakfast at the Camp. Depart to Dead Sea, free time for leisure.
Overnight Dead Sea Hotel: 5 Star Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast Hotel /Lunch.
Day 5: Dead Sea –Airport
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Airport for departure from Amman airport with Great Memories.
Itinerary
Welcome to Egypt, one of the world's greatest ancient civilizations.
Arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel. Our BBT staff will be at the airport to transfer you to the hotel.
Evening Welcome Reception at the Hotel Lobby- Connect with fellow educators from around the world, share experiences, and build a professional network. This reception provides an opportunity to exchange ideas, discuss best practices, and create lasting connections that will support your growth as an educator.
Overnight in Cairo: Le Meridian Hotel (or similar)
Arriving early? Let us help you plan your early adventure!