Sacred Journeys - Egypt
Journey to the Land of Ancient
Wisdom
Initiation into an Ancient Egyptian Mystery School
October 17 - 29, 2010
Tour Leaders: Stephen Mehler has been an independent Egyptologist and
researcher for almost 42 years and was the prime student and disciple of
Egyptian born Egyptologist, archaeologist, and indigenous wisdom keeper, Abd’El
Hakim Awyan (1926-2008) for 16 years. Stephen has authored two books, The
Land of Osiris and From Light Into Darkness: The Evolution Of Religion In
Ancient Egypt, based on his work and collaboration with Hakim and his
over 40 years of research in the area. Stephen is currently Director of Research
of both the Great Pyramid of Giza Research Association and his own Land Of
Osiris Research Project. Vivian Zaki, PhD has a degree in Archaeology and
Tourism, with over 15 years experience guiding groups in Egypt. Read more about
Stephen Mehler and Vivian Zaki on our About
Your Tour Leaders page.
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Tour Description
Journey to Egypt,
the Sacred Land of Khem (Khemit), with author, independent Egyptologist and
Indigenous Wisdom Teacher, Stephen Mehler, and Egyptologist, Vivian
Zaki, PhD. Elevate your consciousness and expand your awareness in
preparation for the dawn of a new era on Earth known to the Ancients as the
“Golden Age”. As you Journey to the Land of Ancient Wisdom and wander
through this majestic and mysterious land, a land of high wisdom and knowledge,
you will move closer to the ultimate goal of higher wisdom and the power of the
eternal now.
The ancient dwellers of Egypt had wisdom and knowledge that we are only
beginning to rediscover and understand today. They incorporated Cosmic cycles,
and universal laws and principles into the dimensions of their sacred stone
structures. They viewed their connection to all of creation in a very different
way than we do today. The sacred sites were considered a mirror image of what is
in the heavens; “as above, so below”. The human body was understood to be a
holographic image of the Universe. The universe was considered the same as God,
God the same as man, man the same as the cell, the cell the same as the atom,
the atom the same as… and so on, ad infinitum.
Many people have forgotten this truth and the reason for their connection. The
ancients realized the harmony of the universe and understood how to attune to
its energies. They understood that everything is intimately woven together in
the beautiful pattern of creation. They understood that the same pattern for the
creation of a solar system is the same pattern for the creation of a single
atom. They understood the intelligent energy and spirit that creates and
connects all life everywhere.
The Temples and Pyramids built by the Ancients were multi-functional; they were
astronomical observatories, places of initiation into the secrets of the cosmos,
energy and healing centres, and most important for humanity today, they held the
keys to understanding the universal laws and principals and the knowledge of the
coming Golden Age, the age of enlightenment. The ancient astronomer priests were
measuring cycles of time and following the processional cycle through its ages.
They understood the enormous importance of these cycles in relation to the
consciousness of all life on Earth.
As we now move with increasing speed towards this shift in consciousness, it is
integral for us to understand this ancient wisdom. In order to navigate these
chaotic times and walk forward, fully empowered and enlightened, it is essential
that we “wake up” and “remember” who we are and where we come from.
Join us on this exquisite 5 star journey through the sacred land of Khem (Khemit).
Enjoy luxurious accommodation in the shadow of the pyramids in Cairo, indulge in
splendour on the banks of the Nile at the Sonesta St. George Hotel in Luxor, and
glide along the Nile aboard a deluxe 5 star Cruise Ship. Travel with kindred
spirits and feel the intense connection with the ancients as we explore enticing
Egypt.
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About Your Tour Leaders
Stephen Mehler
Stephen
Mehler’s fascination with ancient Egypt,
which began at the age of eight, has guided
his education and spiritual work all his
life. Mehler holds three degrees in the
sciences and is a trained field
archaeologist and prehistorian. Mehler also
served as a Staff research scientist for the
Rosicrucian Order, AMORC, in San Jose,
California from 1978-1980.
For 16 years, 1992-2008 , Mehler was a
student, disciple, and close friend of
Egyptian-born Egyptologist and indigenous
wisdom keeper, Abd’El Hakim Awyan
(1926-2008), popularly known as Hakim.
Stephen has written two books, The Land of
Osiris (Adventures Unlimited Press, 2001)
and From Light Into Darkness: The Evolution
Of Religion In Ancient Egypt (Adventures
Unlimited Press, 2005), based on his work
and collaboration with Hakim and Stephen’s
over 40 years of research in the area.
Stephen is currently Director of Research of
both the Great Pyramid of Giza Research
Association and his own Land Of Osiris
Research Project. He is working on a third
book based on his work with Hakim.
Mehler has researched the phenomenon of
crystal skulls since 1979, especially those
known as ancient crystal skulls. Mehler has
experienced and tested four skulls that he
has labeled ancient artifacts and has seen
as many as nine that could fit that
category. Stephen has written a book on the
subject with David Hatcher Childress, The
Crystal Skulls: Astonishing Portals To Man’s
Past (Adventures Unlimited Press, 2008).
Ms. Vivian Zaki, PhD
Ms. Vivian Zaki, PhD, Egyptologist/Tour
Guide is extremely knowledgeable, very
professional, and also very warm and
friendly. Vivian has a degree in Archaeology
and Tourism, with over 15 years experience
guiding groups in Egypt.
Vivian also brings a vast knowledge of
alternative indigenous understanding of
ancient Egypt with her academic training in
Egyptology as she has worked with Stephen
for four years and was a guide on Stephen's
last tour with Hakim in March 2007. Besides
being a wonderful guide, Vivian is a very
spiritual person and is an active
participant in all our ceremonies.
Special Guests (for 2 days in Cairo):
Shahrzad Awyan
Shahrzad is Hakim’s eldest daughter and the
lineage bearer of the family tradition. She
is also an internationally known healer and
teacher—in the ancient Egyptian
techniques--and she will share that
knowledge with our group.
Yousef Awyan
Yousef is also becoming a wisdom keeper in
his father’s tradition. He will offer us
profound insights on site and be available
at the Awyan home for further initiations in
the Khemitian Mystery School.
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Tour Summary
Day 1 Arrive
Cairo
Day 2 Giza Plateau; Sphinx; Perfumery
Day 3 Dashur & Sakkara
Day 4 Cairo Museum; Fly to Luxor
Day 5 Sekhmet Chapel; Temple of Karnak, Luxor Temple
Day 6 Abydos & Dendera
Day 7 Board Nile Cruise Ship
Day 8 Valley of the Kings; Alabaster Factory; Hatshepsut Temple; Colossi
of Memnon
Day 9 Edfu Temple; Kom Ombo; Sail to Aswan
Day 10 Aswan; Temple of Isis at Philae; Unfinished Obelisk & Granite
Quarry; Felucca Ride
Day 11 Disembark Cruise Ship; Elephantine Island; Visit Nubian Home; Fly
to Cairo
Day 12 Old Cairo; Private Entrance into Great Pyramid
Day 13 Depart Cairo
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Sun, Oct 17:
Arrive in Cairo
Upon clearing immigration and
collecting baggage, transfer to our luxurious 5 star hotel near the Great
Pyramid and Sphinx and check in. Explore your beautiful surroundings and gaze in
awe at the Great Pyramid from the hotel grounds. Believe it. You are really here
in this ancient land where the mystery of spirit is palpable. Tonight we will
gather for our orientation meeting with Stephen Mehler, and get to know
some of our fellow participants on the journey.
(Overnight in Cairo at Mena House Oberoi)
http://www.oberoihotels.com/oberoi_menahouse/index.asp
Day 2 Mon, Oct 18: Giza Plateau; Sphinx; Perfumery (B, L, D)
Enjoy breakfast and then meet in the lobby ready to depart. This morning we
begin our journey with a visit to the Giza Plateau and Sphinx. One
of the greatest of the Ancient Mystery Schools was located in Giza, Egypt. Here
they taught the great mysteries. Our Egyptologist and guide, Vivian Zaki, will
present the accepted academic theories about the pyramids and Stephen Mehler
will also introduce the indigenous oral traditions. We will then briefly visit
the quarries where much of the limestone was obtained for the pyramids and
Stephen will present the alternative research concerning the machining and
technology of the ancients. We will be joined by Yousef Awyan, who will
offer his insights according to his Father’s tradition.
We will then head out to the desert for an optional camel ride and enjoy a
spectacular view of the pyramids for photographs. We will gather again near the
majestic Sphinx where Stephen will present the first of many “smoking
guns”, a highly precise contoured block of granite. We continue with a visit to
the Sphinx Temple and the Sphinx Herself where Stephen will present the
indigenous view of the Sphinx as an aspect of the Great Mother.
We then break for lunch at a local restaurant to delight in traditional Egyptian
cuisine. Having tantalized our taste buds, we head off to the Thousand
and One Night Flower Extract Palace or a beguiling sensory experience. Here at the perfumery, owned
by Aly Awyan, a nephew of Stephen’s teacher Hakim, we learn about the ancient
Egyptian science and art of Aromatherapy. There will also be an opportunity to
go next door and meet with Shahrzad Awyan and learn of her techniques of healing
which are very much in tune with ancient Egyptian healing practices. Those who
would like private sessions with Shahrzad can discuss this with her at the time
In the early evening we immerse ourselves in a fascinating lecture and
presentation with Stephen Mehler, “The Indigenous Tradition of Ancient
Egypt”. Stephen will present an overview of the indigenous oral
tradition of the wisdom keepers of Egypt, a tradition that differs vastly from
the theories of academic Egyptology, as presented in Stephen’s first book, The
Land Of Osiris. Stephen will discuss the different theories of the pyramids,
Sphinx and the age and knowledge of the ancient civilization known as Khemit,
not Egypt. The lecture will then be followed by a delicious Welcome Dinner
feast where we will formally introduce ourselves to the group.
(Overnight in Cairo at Mena House Oberoi)
Day 3 Tue, Oct 19: Dashur & Sakkara (B, L)
An early start this morning as we head out to Dashur and Sakkara. Dashur
is a site where we can view several pyramids, two being among the oldest,
largest and best preserved pyramids in all of Egypt. Here we will enter the
Red Pyramid, so named after the iron content of the granite (limestone)
surface.. It has the second largest base of any pyramid in Egypt and is only
slightly smaller than the Great Pyramid at Giza. Inside the pyramid, we
experience the unusual acoustics and begin our initiations into the ancient
traditions by evoking the sacred sound codes, the key to understanding
ancient wisdom and the true functions of the pyramids. Stephen will share with
us the indigenous teachings that tell how all true pyramids utilized sound to
produce energy. We will be also joined by Shahrzad and Yousef Awyan
to help us demonstrate the sound initiations as taught by their father, Hakim.
We then visit the Bent Pyramid, a unique example of an earlier pyramid.
We will learn about the many theories which explain why the pyramid was built in
this angled fashion.
We will also visit the so-called “Black Pyramid” located at this site.
Taking a break from the midday heat, we head for lunch at one of our favourite
local restaurants. We then continue on to Sakkara, where we discover the
use of Sound Technology and Healing in Ancient Egypt. This vast, ancient burial
ground which features the world's largest Step Pyramid, supposedly built
for King Djoser by the ingenious architect, Imhotep, and considered by
Egyptologists the oldest of Egypt's pyramids. We explore the site and discover
its historical and spiritual offerings and also learn about the sound healings
which were once performed by the Egyptian priests and priestesses such as, the
Sound Healing Temple which was used to increase the vibratory rate and
accelerate higher consciousness of the Initiate. Here we evoke the ancient sound
codes for healing and demonstrate the techniques used by the ancients. We then
visit the area that Stephen’s teacher, Hakim, labelled “The Hospital”, where the
ancient sound healings took place and we will be aided in our initiations by
Shahrzad Awyan who is a Master of the ancient sound healing techniques. Stephen
will also discuss the famous Step Pyramid and the various structures found on
site. This evening you may choose the
optional dinner and visit to Khan el Khalili Bazaar.
(Overnight in Cairo at Mena House Oberoi)
Day 4 Wed, Oct 20: Cairo Museum; Fly to Luxor (B, L)
After breakfast, prepare for a morning of magnificent discovery at the amazing
Egyptian Museum of Antiquities. This outstanding museum houses an
innumerable collection of fine relics and artifacts dating back thousands of
years and is home to the most extensive collection of Egyptian antiquities in
the world. It is impossible to see all that the museum holds in just one day,
but we will do our best to take in as much as we can. A highlight of our time
here will be the Royal Mummies Room which holds many treasures of Tutankhamun
such as, ornate jewellery, alabaster vases, and tools used by the king, the
Akhenaten room, and esoteric items not seen by most tourists.
Later, we transfer to the airport for our flight to Luxor. Spend the evening
exploring the city independently. Enjoy traditional cuisine at one of the many
restaurants, scour the markets for treasures, or gaze at the twinkling
nightscape from the banks of the Nile.
(Overnight in Luxor at Sonesta St. George Hotel)
http://www.sonesta.com/Luxor/
Day 5 Thu, Oct 21: Sekhmet Chapel; Temple of Karnak, Luxor Temple (B)
This morning we make our first stop at the Sekhmet Chapel to experience a
powerful ceremony. Sekhmet, literally means “The Power,” as she represents the
Unconditional Love of Mother. Here, we will use the sacred sound codes to
connect with Her as an aspect of The Great Mother and ask for Her protection for
our journey through life.
We then explore the vast open air museum of the Temple of Karnak complex,
one of the largest ancient religious sites in the world, where we will
experience the acoustical wonder of the Fallen Obelisk demonstrated by
Stephen. Remnants of Sphinxes, which once lined the avenue all the way to the
Luxor Temple, still remain. For many centuries, Karnak Temple was the main
religious centre of Egypt, with each Pharaoh adding to or altering the complex.
It was the main temple for the cult of Amun, but like many other Egyptian
temples, other gods and goddesses were worshipped here as well, including Ptah
and Sekhmet. The key difference between Karnak and many other temples and sites
in Egypt is the length of time over which it was developed and utilized.
Approximately 30 Pharaohs contributed to the buildings, enabling it to reach a
size, complexity and diversity not seen elsewhere. Here Initiates learned how
spiritual forces and all energy and consciousness could be brought to
manifestation in the physical world.
Enjoy some time independently this afternoon for a lunch break; check out the
amazing souk for some shopping, take a carriage ride, or stroll along the Nile,
or take an optional trip to the Luxor Museum with
Stephen (approx. 80LE/$15, payable locally).
In early evening we gather together once more and continue on to the Luxor
Temple, an impressive representation of Sacred Geometry at its best. The
Temple, beautiful under the Stars, exhibits proportions which show a
comprehension of the link between so-called cosmic realms and the terrestrial
nature, including alchemy, physics, mathematics, geometry, art, astronomy, and
symbolism. The Temples were also encoded with practical, physical and spiritual
lessons.
(Overnight in Luxor at Sonesta St. George Hotel)
Day 6 Fri, Oct 22: Abydos & Dendera (B, L)
Early this morning, we enjoy a scenic bus trip to Abydos, the cradle of
the earliest dynasties of historical Egypt and the site dedicated to the Neter
Osiris (Wizzer). During our bus ride, Vivian will share very interesting
information about modern Egyptian social customs. The Temple was one of the
holiest places throughout the whole history of Ancient Egypt. It was the cult
centre of the god Osiris and the mysteries connected with his “Resurrection.”
Abydos is a huge archaeological site and a place of pilgrimage for spiritual
seekers. Here at Abydos we will visit the Temple of Seti I which was
supposedly built by Seti and his son Ramses II. In the outer hypostyle hall we
will see a cartouche which has become famous for the engraved figures of the
“Abydos Helicopter” as well as a submarine. At the Temple of Osiris,
Vivian will present the accepted theories of the site being constructed for King
Seti of the 19th Dynasty, ca. 1250 BC and Stephen will present the indigenous
tradition.
At the rear of the Temple of Osiris sits a very strange structure called the
Osirion (Osireion) that holds a number of mysteries. Visitors must exit
Seti's Temple at the rear and approach the Osirion from above at modern ground
level. The first thing of note is the enormous size of the granite blocks used
in its construction, which draws parallels with similar megalithic structures,
like the Valley Temple, and the Sphinx Temple at Giza. The megalithic design,
the lack of prolific inscriptions, and the fact that some of the larger stone
blocks weigh up to 100 tons suggest that the Osirion pre-dates the Temple of
Seti. Inscribed on some of these blocks and visible from the staircase one can
see a number of Flower of Life patterns of interlocking circles. This
structure forms the basis for music, as the distances between the spheres is
identical to the distances between the tones and the half tones in music. It is
also identical to the cellular structure of the third embryonic division; the
first cell divides into two cells, then to four cells then to eight. This same
structure, further developed, creates the human body and all of the energy
systems, including the ones used to create the Merkaba. If we continue creating
more and more spheres we will end up with the structure called the Flower of
Life. Here we will discuss Sacred Geometry of the Merkaba and the
Flower of Life and connect with this tradition.
After enjoying a boxed lunch at the site, we return to Luxor, making a stop at
the Temple of Hathor at Dendera. Hathor was the Neter of love,
relationships, healing and all the arts, and was identified with Aphrodite to
the Greeks and Venus to the Romans. This was also a temple where esoteric
knowledge was passed to initiates. In the underground crypts, Stephen will share
with us their knowledge and we will then gather for a ceremony to connect
with Hathor.
(Overnight in Luxor at Sonesta St. George Hotel)
Day 7 Sat, Oct 23: Board Nile Cruise Ship (B, L, D)
This morning, enjoy your time independently for some last minute shopping at the
souk and jewellery stores. We then transfer to the port and embark our luxurious
5 star cruise ship and prepare ourselves for our Nile cruise. Once we have
settled and attended the safety briefing, we will enjoy a wonderful buffet
lunch. In the afternoon we gather for a fascinating lecture with Stephen,
“The Evolution of Religion In Ancient Egypt”. Stephen will discuss
how ancient spirituality devolved into our modern religions, a presentation
based on his second book, From Light Into Darkness. Stephen will also
discuss the “King” Akhenaten, and his connections to monotheism, Judaism, the
Rosicrucian Tradition, and all modern mystery schools. After dinner, enjoy the
rest of the evening sharing stories and experiences with new friends, or just
relax and enjoy this tranquil sail along the Nile.
(Overnight aboard Nile Cruise Ship)
Day 8 Sun, Oct 24: Valley of the Kings; Alabaster Factory; Hatshepsut Temple;
Colossi of Memnon (B, L, D)
This morning we transfer over to the west bank of the Nile to visit the
Valley of the Kings. The Egyptian belief that “to speak the name of the dead
is to make him live again” is certainly carried out in the building of the
tombs. The king's formal names and titles are inscribed in the tombs along with
images and statues. Beginning with the 18th Dynasty and ending with the 20th,
the kings abandoned the Memphis area and built their tombs in Thebes. Most of
the tombs were cut into the limestone following a similar pattern: three
corridors, an antechamber and a sunken sarcophagus chamber. These catacombs were
harder to rob and were more easily concealed. Construction usually lasted six
years, beginning with the new reign. The text in the tombs is from the Book of
the Dead, the Book of the Gates and the Book of the Underworld.
Next, we stop at a local alabaster factory and see how the
artisans create the magnificent carved pieces out of raw alabaster and then
visit the Funerary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which is one of the most
popular attractions in Egypt today. It is located in Deir el-Bahri, a complex of
mortuary temples and tombs found on the west bank of the River Nile just across
from Luxor. Hatshepsut's reign was a long and prosperous one and although she
saw warfare early on, eventually her reign ushered in an era of extended peace.
She also re-established trading relationships and increased the wealth of Egypt,
allowing the country to introduce a higher calibre of Egyptian architecture, the
likes of which remained incomparable worldwide for hundreds of years.
On our way back to the ship, we pause to gaze at the spectacular Colossi of
Memnon. Amenhotep III built a mortuary temple in Thebes that was guarded by
these two gigantic statues on the outer gates. The statues are made from carved
blocks of quartzite quarried either at Giza or Gebel es-Silsila. The Northern
statue depicts Amenhotep II with his mother, Mutemwia, while the southern statue
is of Amenhotep II with his wife, Tiy, and one of his daughters. On the sides of
the statues are reliefs depicting Nile gods joining together plants symbolizing
Upper and Lower Egypt.
We then return to the ship for lunch and set sail for Edfu in the afternoon. We
later gather for a sharing circle where you will have time for a question
and answer period with Stephen.
(Overnight aboard Nile Cruise Ship)
Day 9 Mon, Oct 25: Edfu Temple; Kom Ombo; Sail to Aswan (B, L, D)
This morning we disembark to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu (also
known as the Temple of Edfu), considered the best-preserved cult temple in
Egypt. It was built during the Ptolemaic era on top of an earlier temple to
Horus, which was oriented east-west instead of the current north-south
configuration. The falcon-headed Horus was originally the sky god, whose eyes
were the sun and moon. The “Eye of Horus” is considered an important Egyptian
symbol of power. He was later assimilated into the popular myth of Isis and
Osiris as the divine couple’s child. After Osiris’ murder by his brother Seth,
Horus avenged his father's death in a great battle at Edfu. Seth was exiled and
Horus took the throne with Osiris reigning through him from the underworld.
Thus, all pharaohs claimed to be the incarnation of Horus, the “living king”.
Horus, or Heru in the ancient tongue, was the principle of the realized male,
the Initiate. The Temple of Horus is a great teaching temple and we will view
and discuss the many esoteric reliefs according to the indigenous tradition not
usually discussed by Egyptologists. Vivian will also present different theories
of this well-preserved temple. We will also have the opportunity for a
meditation to connect with the Higher Self, the path to initiation into The
Greater Mysteries.
We return for lunch on board the ship and have some time to relax. Swim,
sunbathe, catch up on your reading, or simply spend time in quiet reflection.
In the early evening we visit the temple known as Kom Ombo, which is
actually two temples consisting of a Temple of Horus and a Temple of
Sobek, each dedicated to the corresponding gods. The left, or northern side,
is dedicated to Horus, a representation of the higher self. The right is
dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile God, representing the lower self. This was a
temple of initiation and here the initiates swam with crocodiles in order to
overcome fear and negativity. Here we will understand the importance of
releasing ourselves from fear and negativity in order to raise our consciousness
as we follow the path of the ancient initiate. Sobek was the principle of
assimilation and transmutation. In this temple the ancient initiates would
attempt to overcome their fears, particularly the Fear of Death. We will do a
meditation to give our fears to Sobek and overcome all doubts on the path to
self-mastery.
We return to our ship once more for dinner and then set sail for Aswan.
(Overnight aboard Nile Cruise Ship)
Day 10 Tue, Oct 26: Aswan; Temple of Isis at Philae; Unfinished Obelisk &
Granite Quarry; Felucca Ride (B, L, D)
After breakfast we take a ferry ride over to the Island of Agilika,
formerly known as the Island of Philae and the Temple of Isis.
Philae is the modern day Greek name, but the ancient Egyptians called the island
P-aaleq, which amongst other definitions has the dual meaning of “end” and
“creation”. It is believed that the various structures contained on the island
took 800 years to build however, the building of the Aswan Dam almost wiped out
the island and its history. Fortunately, with the aid of UNESCO and the Egyptian
government, the temples were rescued, dismantled, relocated and finally
reconstructed piece by piece in a mission that took 10 years to complete. The
island is considered to be a site of worship in honour of the goddess Isis, who
was the Neter of the complete feminine principle. Love and dedication of Mother,
healing, nurturing, and wisdom were just parts of her domain. The cult of Isis
was well spread in the Roman world and Philae survived as the last outpost of
this ancient following. The temple sanctuary, or Holy of Holies, where the
goddess resides, was thought to be the source of the “waters of life”, and was
once separated from the rest of the temple by a curtain.
Next, we visit the Unfinished Obelisk at the Granite Quarry on our
way back to the ship. Stephen will present the alternative theories of Chris
Dunn and the indigenous tradition concerning advanced machining as to the
unfinished obelisk, a “smoking gun” in the alternative approach.
We return for lunch aboard the ship, and then spend some time independently to
explore Aswan. Later in the afternoon, we board a traditional Felucca for
a leisurely ride along the Nile. Back on the ship, we wash up for dinner and
then spend the evening in a sharing circle to discuss some of our
experiences thus far, and ask any questions we may have.
(Overnight aboard Nile Cruise Ship)
Day 11 Wed, Oct 27:
Elephantine Island; Disembark Cruise Ship; Fly to Cairo (B)
Later in the evening we transfer to the airport for our flight back to Cairo.
(Overnight in Cairo at Mena House Oberoi)
Day 12 Thu, Oct 28: Old Cairo; Private Entrance into Great Pyramid (B, D)
Back in bustling Cairo, spend the morning for some last minute shopping, or take
an optional tour to Old Cairo which contains remnants of Egypt’s earlier capital
cities. There will also be time to visit the Awyan house for shopping and
optional healing sessions. Enjoy lunch on your own at one of the many
restaurants in the area and then meet back in the lobby.
We then head to the Giza Plateau for a special initiation ceremony in the
Great Pyramid. Alone in the Great Pyramid, we will fully experience the
acoustics and wonder of this great monument. Before entering, Stephen will have
already discussed the Great Pyramid in detail and presented the indigenous
traditions, supported by many scientists, that the Great Pyramid was a machine,
not a tomb for any “king”, or anyone! The Great Pyramid was a sonic machine and
we will engage in sacred chanting and toning to open all chakras, energy
centers, as the final initiation into the Greater Mysteries. Over the last few
thousand years, the Great Pyramid has become the Supreme Temple of Initiation,
and we will connect with all the great souls who have been there!
After a profound experience in the Great Pyramid we return to the hotel and
prepare for our final Farewell Dinner. Having encountered so many
fascinating places and having experiencied a plethora of emotions, there will be
much to share on this last night.
(Overnight in Cairo at Mena House Oberoi)
Day 13, Fri, Oct 29: Depart Cairo (B)
Today we bid our farewells to Egypt and all its majesty, abundant with its many
gifts. Transfer to the airport for your departure and return home with many fond
memories and new friendships.
(B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner)
NOTE: This itinerary subject to change due to conditions beyond our control.
Retreat Inclusions & Price
Tour Includes:
5 Star accommodation throughout: 5 nights in Cairo at the Mena House Oberoi, 3
nights in Luxor at the Sonesta St. George Hotel, and 4 nights aboard a luxury
Nile Cruise Ship
Breakfast daily, 8 Lunches, and 6 Dinners
Arrival and Departure Transfers
Private Coach Transportation
Hotel Taxes & Service Charges
Admission to all sites as per itinerary
All guide services as per itinerary
Special Added Features:
Travel with Indigenous Wisdom Teacher Stephen Mehler and Egyptologist Vivian
Zaki, PhD
Special guests, Shahrzad and Yousef Awyan in Cairo
Informative Lectures and Presentations with Stephen Mehler
Sacred Ceremonies and Meditations
Felucca Ride along the Nile
Visit to a traditional Nubian home
Private Meditation in King’s Chamber at the Great Pyramid
Retreat does not include:
Airfare to Cairo, Egypt
Egypt Tourist Visa (approx. $25, issued on arrival)
Cancellation & Medical Insurance (ask us for a quote if your are Canadian)
Meals and drinks not specified
Cost to obtain valid passport
Any items of a personal nature such as laundry, drinks and telephone calls. Any
item that is not specifically detailed on our website or in the final retreat
itinerary.
Tour Price Per Person
Single Supplement
Prepaid Gratuities
USD $ 3489.00 Land Only USD
$890.00
USD $170.00
Tour Price Per Person
Note: Pre-paid
gratuities to cover ALL TIPS & GRATUITIES - i.e. tour guides, drivers, waiters,
baggage handling, cruise staff, etc. Your Tour Escort will carry and disburse
these funds so that you can relax and enjoy your trip, knowing that everyone
assisting you is being taken care of properly.
Note: The single supplement is ONLY for those who would like to secure a
private room throughout the tour, at the indicated additional price. If you are
not traveling with anyone you know and would like to share a room, we will be
happy to work to find you a suitable roommate. Per our Terms and Conditions,
registration for the tour will be held open until two weeks before the departure
date in order to try to match everyone with a roommate. If by that date we have
not been able to match you with a suitable roommate, you will be responsible to
pay for the single supplement. An early registration will facilitate this
process.
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