Egypt & Jordan Explored
Trip Details
- Duration: 17 day(s) days
- Visited Areas: Middle East
Explore two of the most fascinating countries of the Middle East as you journey through Egypt and Jordan, lands steeped in history, culture and stunning scenery. In Egypt we visit the main sights of Cairo, before exploring the ancient temples and tombs dedicated to the mighty Pharaohs. We cruise along the Nile, the world's longest river, and then head east to swim and snorkel in the warm coral gardens of the Red Sea in Hurghada. We then cross the wilderness to the oldest monastery in the world, and to Mount Sinai, and from here cross the Gulf of Aqaba and into the Kingdom of Jordan. We take a jeep safari across the stunning desert landscape of Wadi Rum and travel along the old Caravan Route to the World Heritage Site of Petra. We float on the Dead Sea, see the mosaic city of Madaba, and explore the old city of Jerash. Our journey ends in Jordan's capital Amman, where we meander through the bustling souqs and visit the imposing citadel.
Itinerary
Day 1
Join Cairo
Day 2
Cairo - Sphinx, Giza Pyramids, Sakkara
Day 3
Cairo - Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, Khan el Khalili. Overnight Train to Aswan
Day 4
Aswan - High Dam, Temple of Philae, Sunset Felucca Trip
Day 5
Optional Abu Simbel Trip. Embark on Nile Cruise - Kitchener Islands, Kom Ombo, Edfu
Day 6
Cruise to Luxor - Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple (East Bank)
Day 7
Luxor - Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Hatsheput's Temple, Colossi of Memnon. Overnight Luxor
Day 8
To Hurghada - Red Sea
Day 9
Hurghada - Free Day at Red Sea
Day 10
To Cairo
Day 11
St Catherine's Monastery, Mount Sinai
Day 12
Nuweiba, Ferry to Aqaba
Day 13
Wadi Rum, Jeep Safari, Little Petra, Petra
Day 14
Petra
Day 15
Dead Sea, Madaba, Mt Nebo, Amman
Day 16
Jerash, Amman City Tour
Day 17
Amman - Tour Ends After Breakfast