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Fall 2025

Egypt: Cairo and the Valley of the Kings

Thursday, October 30, 2025 - 08:00 to Thursday, November 6, 2025 - 20:00

Led by Professors David Tresilian & Ziad Majed

CL1099F8CCI - Modern to Contemporary in the Arab World
ME1099CCIFB - From Medina to Metropolis: Cities of Near East and North Africa 
HI2035 - State, Society and Political Economy of the Me State Society and Political Economy of the Me
HI1015 - History of the Middle East I
ME1015 - History of the Middle East I

Explore the monuments of Ancient Egypt by visiting the Valley of the Kings in Luxor and the spectacular tomb of Ancient Egyptian golden boy-king Tutankhamun. Understand more about the modern country by visiting Cairo, cultural capital and largest city in todays Arab World. This study trip explores selected destinations in Egypt, one of the largest and most-populous countries in Africa and the Arab World, focusing on aspects of both the countrys modern and ancient history.


Trip cost: €2,075
Includes round trip transportation to the destination, accommodation with breakfast, local visits, professors trip cost and VAT 


Last day to register/cancel: September 7, 2025 • Late cancelation fee: Full cost of the trip
Payment for study trips must be made no later than Sept. 19 for the Fall 2025 semester. Any concerns in this regard should be addressed to the Cultural Program Office and Student Accounting Services.