Adventures by Disney introduces Egypt itinerary ​, more 2020 excursions

Adventures by Disney is introducing an Egypt vacation for 2020, more itineraries offered for adults and revamped trips to Montana and Yellowstone National Park.

Here’s what’s new for the 2020 vacation season:

The Ultimate Egypt Experience

The new itinerary will bring travelers to both ancient and modern Egypt with up-close encounters with the legendary landmarks and rich history of ancient Egypt, complemented by interactive introductions to the customs and culture of contemporary Cairo.

From there, you take a cruise along the Nile River to lesser-known relics of the old world, and a retreat to the colorful shores of the Red Sea. Here’s a look at the 10-day, nine-night Egypt vacation:

• Visits ancient monuments with the expert guidance of a world-class Egyptologist, including the world-famous pyramids and Sphinx of Giza; the Valley of the Kings and Tutankhamun’s tomb; and the temples of Luxor, Kom Ombo, Horus at Edfu, Philae and Karnak.
• Immersive experiences at the brand-new Grand Egyptian Museum, which opens to the public in 2020. Guests can embark on an interactive King Tut-themed treasure hunt or peruse the museum’s state-of-the-art exhibits at their leisure.
• Access to the inner wonders of the Great Pyramid of Giza during a tour of the burial chamber of Pharaoh Cheops.
• Interactive cultural activities, such as a chef-led cooking class on Egyptian specialties, a Nubian folkloric show and henna tattoo experience, and a hieroglyphic writing lesson.
• Picture-perfect outings in surreal settings, like a voyage on a traditional Egyptian felucca sailboat, visits to lively local markets and a private beachside Bedouin-themed dinner.
• A three-night cruise along the Nile River with premium accommodations and themed entertainment, followed by a two-night stay at a luxurious beachside resort in Sharm El Sheikh, including a full day snorkeling excursion on a private boat to visit the famous coral reefs of the Red Sea.

There will be 11 Egypt departures in 2020, five of which are reserved for adult travelers. The adult-only itinerary features an exclusive VIP tour of the conservation rooms at the Grand Egyptian Museum, where millennia-old artifacts lie uncovered and unrestored.

New Experiences for Adults

As part of Adventures by Disney’s expansion of adult-exclusive departures, new programming will be added to select itineraries in 2020 to further tailor the experience for adults.

New adult-exclusive programming includes the behind-the-scenes museum tour in Egypt; a ceviche cooking class and artisan beer tasting in Costa Rica; a culinary walking tour of Athens’ central market in Greece; a behind-the-scenes experience at a Sichuan “face-changing” opera in China; a premium five-course meal with cocktail pairings in Australia; mango-carving and coffee-tasting activities in Laos; and a private nighttime excursion in search of the Northern Lights in Iceland.

Returning Adventures to the Old West

The 2020 itinerary lineup includes the return of popular itineraries around the globe, with more than 35 vacations on six continents. This includes destinations such as Japan, South Africa, Peru and Scotland, as well as some of North America’s most iconic sites including Alaska, New York City, and Arizona and Utah.

Adventures by Disney continues to enhance existing itineraries with new activities. During the Montana and Yellowstone National Park vacation — which transports guests to the Old West to witness spectacular natural wonders, go glamping under the stars and live large at a rustic dude ranch — new experiences in 2020 include a visit to the Norris Geyser Basin and one-night stay in Bozeman, Montana.