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GOSPEL ON THE NILE
MARCH 3 - MARCH 13, 2026
Throughout the unique "Gospel on the Nile" tour, you will not only explore the ancient Egyptian gospel but also strengthen your faith. Delve into the past as we uncover parallels to the beliefs of Adam, Noah, Abraham, and Moses, sought by the first Pharaoh. By immersing yourself in the ancient concepts, seeing, feeling, and touching them, you will gain a deeper appreciation for the divine restoration of the gospel through Joseph Smith. Discover the remarkable depiction of these sacred principles, significant to Latter-day Saints, on ancient temple walls and papyrus scrolls. This is a life-changing, faith-building experience you won’t want to miss.
EDUCATORS
Bruce Porter and Greg Matsen will serve as both hosts and educators for this tour. Each will be assigned to a specific bus throughout the journey, and both will be presenting and speaking at various sites, aboard the cruise, and at the hotels. This promises to be an epic and unforgettable experience.
ITINERARY
Schedule subject to modification based on circumstances, such as: group mobility, traffic, unforeseeable delays, weather, etc.
March 3: Depart the USA
March 4: Arrive in Cairo and transfer to the hotel
March 5: Tour to Memphis and Sakkara
March 6: Flight to Aswan, Temple of Philae, embark ship, Nubian village
March 7: Explore Aswan, Temple of Kom Ombo, optional tour Abu Simbel
March 8: Temple of Edfu
March 9: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Temple of Karnak
March 10: Dendera, overnight in Luxor
March 11: Flight to Cairo, conference with educators
March 12: Pyramids of Giza, The Sphinx, farewell dinner
March 13: Departure flights from Cairo
PRICING
Cost per person, based on double occupancy
*Price is subject to change
$4,178
INCLUDED IN PRICE:
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Quality, preferred hotels
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Transfers to/from the airport
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Comfortable, deluxe motorcoach during touring
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Two meals per day during touring. All meals while cruising
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Tour guides, special guest educators, and scholars
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Education with discussions and lectures during the tour
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Cruise cabin accommodations
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Ship onboard programming (crew organized activities)
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Use of the pools, gym, and ship entertainment on cruise
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All land taxes, booking fees, & entrance fees while touring
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Cruise taxes, fees, and port expenses of $72 per person
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Egypt internal flight(s)
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Required VISA for Egypt $25
NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE:
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International flights from the US and back
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Travel insurance (this can be added to your booking)
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Drinks (sodas, bottled water, etc.)
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Extras on cruise (internet, spa, photos, etc.)
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Expected gratuities:
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Tipping will be roughly $12 per person per day
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Guide: $5​ / Driver: $3 / Ship staff: $3 / Local aid: $1
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Post-tour tips and gratuities
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$17 per person per day ​
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Lunches (average $12-$17 per person per day)
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THE SHIP
MS BLUE SHADOW II
The Blue Shadow II Nile trip is one of Egypt's most popular and opulent Nile cruises.
SHIP FEATURES
24-hour room service
Wi-Fi access for a surcharge
Dry cleaning services
Laundry service
Fitness equipment
Spa & swimming pool
TURKEY POST-TOUR
Cost per person, based on double occupancy
*Price is subject to change
+$1,399
Flight from Cairo to Istanbul included
March 13: Flight from Cairo to Istanbul, free day to explore
March 14: Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern
March 15: Constantinople, Topkapi Palace, Taxim Square
March 16: Departure flights home
FLIGHT INFORMATION
MAIN TOUR FLIGHTS
Arrival
Arrive Cairo International Airport (CAI) between 10am and midnight on March 4
Return
Depart Cairo International Airport (CAI) between midnight and noon on March 13
*If you book a flight that arrives before 10:00 AM local Egypt time on March 4, you will be required to purchase an additional hotel night. This will be added to your reservation.
MAIN TOUR + TURKEY POST TOUR FLIGHTS
Arrival
Arrive Cairo International Airport (CAI) between 10am and midnight on March 4
Return
Depart Istanbul Airport (IST) after 9am on March 16
*If you book a flight that arrives before 10:00 AM local Egypt time on March 4, you will be required to purchase an additional hotel night. This will be added to your reservation.
PHOTO GALLERY
TESTIMONIALS
SARAH H.
When on the tour it was great! The educators are top notch, the itinerary is packed full of incredible sights. Our accommodations are always amazing. The pre-trip zoom is also very informative and a good way to meet the educator, other guests and ask questions.