Yoga Escape
House of Kheops
A yoga escape by the pyramids
6 days, 5 nights
from Sept to June
Price (€) on demand
A yoga escape by the pyramids
Heading to Cairo, a captivating and bustling capital. Rich in history, it is also called “Oum el Dunya” in Arabic, which means “the mother of the world.”, the cradle of civilization.
You will stay in the “House of Kheops,” a spiritual oasis located in the Giza area in Cairo, at the bottom of Egypt’s largest pyramid and the first wonder of the world.
Amidst dynamic and meditative yoga practices emerges a spiritual and cultural experience, creating a conducive space for deep connection, unveiling the historical and mystical mysteries of the pyramids.
The House of Kheops [Yoga Escape] is made for you if you are :
• Individuals : you can join a group in one of our scheduled yoga escape
• Teachers : you are a yoga professional and want to book the escape to host your yoga retreat
• A private group (minimum 4 people) : we create your own personalised yoga retreat according to your needs.
Our yoga escapes are open to all levels, including beginners, and are mixed (men/women).
the program
the program
the program
Typical day
The House of Kheops as a Yoga escape is an immersive experience, a fusion of a cultural exploration, yoga and traditions allowing you to discover the pyramids from a historical and mystical perspective, away from the usual paths. It’s also an opportunity to center yourself, immerse in the present moment, and explore a space for reconnection.
- Morning dedicated to Yoga
- Local and organic meals
- Immersive afternoons with cultural and local activities
- Evening soft yoga practice or local workshop
- Stroll, free time and evenings
Day to day
Day 1 - Saturday, Arrival in Cairo
- Arrival in Cairo
- Settling in at the house and getting acquainted with the neighborhood
- Opening circle
- Dinner and evening in the house
Day 2 - Sunday, Giza pyramids
- Morning dedicated to Yoga practices
- Homemade organic brunch
- Egyptian brunch at the house
- Immersive afternoon in Giza :
– Visit of Giza pyramids with your Egyptologist
– Exclusive visit of the inside of the Great pyramid
– Meeting and strolling in the neighborhood of Nazlet El Samman - Free evening at the House (Soft yoga, meditation, lecture, stargazing..)
- Dinner and night
Day 3 - Monday, retreat day at the House
- Morning dedicated to Yoga practices
- Homemade organic brunch at the house
- Free time
- Dancing feminine class & meditation by calligraphy art ( by Hoda Abbas)
- Candlelight Sound & vibration healing – chakra balancing experience (optional)
Day 4 - Tuesday, immersion in Saqqara
- Morning dedicated to Yoga practices
- Homemade organic brunch
- Egyptian brunch at the house
- Immersive afternoon in Saqqara :
– Visit the Saqqara necropolis with your Egyptologist
– Meet an Egyptian farming family who will take you on horseback to explore their village and way of life. You’ll then be invited to their home to share a traditional meal made with fresh produce from their land and garden. - Night in the House
Day 5 - Wednesday, historic Cairo
- Morning dedicated to Yoga practices
- Homemade organic brunch
- Egyptian brunch at the house
- Immersive afternoon in historical Cairo :
– Visit of Cairo citadel with your egyptologist
– Guided walking tour in historical Cairo
– Stroll and local lunch in the traditional souk of Khan el Khalili
– Traditional Sufi dance performance - Late snacks and night in the house
Day 6 - Thursday, last morning the House, departure
Morning dedicated to Yoga practices
Closing ceremony
Last brunch at the House
Departure (or extension proposed by Dunya).
Accomodations
The House
A place, a history, a family, an energy. You will stay at the House of Kheops, a spiritual oasis located at the bottom of Egypt’s largest pyramid and the first wonder of the world.
The House of Kheops is a family home situated in the popular neighborhood of Nazlet El Samman, on the outskirts of Cairo.
Due to its unique and almost surreal location in front of the Kheops pyramid, it’s a place brimming with energy, a true haven of peace amidst streets often bustling with merchants and horse-drawn carts.
About the House of Kheops
- An observatory built in alignment with the Great Pyramid of Kheops.
- 4 double rooms with private bathroom and toilet.
- An outdoor garden with a natural water pool.
- A large, shared, and fully equipped kitchen.
- Traditional and local meals prepared by the welcoming family.
Cultural team
Fatma, Khadiga & Tarek
Experienced tour managers and Egyptologists from Cairo, our experts are fluent in Arabic , French and English.
They will be leading your cultural visits, immersing you in the ancient Egyptian civilization and contemporary life of Egypt.
They are passionate about their work and driven with the desire to share their passion and make you come back to Egypt for more.
Artistic team
Hoda Abbas
Egyptian Artist
Arabic calligraphy artist and feminine fusion dance teacher
Workshops : Meditation by calligraphy art & feminine fusion dance
She will guide you on an artistic journey, using integrated therapeutic art techniques to explore core values through meditation and breathing practices. She will also teach you simple basic steps of sensual flow to feel your feminine power and get fully connected to your inner self.
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Practical
informations
Good to know
- Language : English / French / Arabic
- A mixed (women/men) stay accessible to all
- Living space : The House of Kheops
- Practice location : The observatory of the house (capacity : 12 participants)
Included
- Airport transfers (Arrival and departure)
- All other transfers during the stay
- 4 nights at the house in a shared double room
- All meals throughout the stay (3 meals per day)
- Water and hot drinks
- Wifi available in the house
- Entrance tickets to cultural sites
- All yoga practices and others activities
- Egyptologist speaking EN/FR/AR
- Dunya Escape representative
- International or local yoga teachers
Not included
- International flights
- Individual travel insurance
- Egyptian entry visa
[Dunya assists and guides you on these last points] - Single room supplement (€…)
- Internet card (€15)
- Paid drinks (alcohol and soda)
- Local tips
A magical escape by the pyramids
Price
on demand (€)
If this escape inspires you to explore more of Egypt, Dunya can assist you in organizing an extension before or after your stay in Cairo. Egypt offers a multitude of beautiful places to discover, such as the Red Sea, Nile cruises, Luxor, Aswan, Fayoum, Siwa Oases, white desert and many more. For more information, contact the Dunya team at the following address: info@dunya-escapes.com.
