A deep dive into the histories and culture of Egypt and Jordan
Discover the modern and ancient marvels of Egypt and Jordan on this 22-day Premium journey to two of the Middle East’s most fascinating countries. Beginning in Cairo, pass by the magnificent Pyramids of Giza, take a four-day cruise down the legendary Nile and learn about the battles fought in El Alamein. Fly to Jordan and discover the unique culture of the Bedouin in Wadi Rum, float in the salty Dead Sea and stand in awe in front of the elaborate Treasury of Petra. With premium accommodation, local leaders and a relaxed pace all as standard, you’ll be enjoying these masterpieces in all their prized glory.
Why you’ll love this trip
PREMIUM ACCOMMODATION
Our best accommodation and highest level of service.
PREMIUM EXPERIENCES
Unusual, exceptional and authentic on-trip experiences.
PREMIUM KNOWLEDGE
Led by our most experienced and highest rated local leaders.
- Discover the Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings, the ancient city of Alexandria, battle site of El Alamein, the majesty of Petra, and embark on a 4WD drive adventure through wind-swept rock formations of Wadi Rum.
- Enjoy unforgettable Exclusive Experiences, including dinner in a family’s home in Cairo, a visit to the city’s oldest coffeeshop, sunset drinks on board a traditional felucca and a zarb dinner with your Bedouin hosts in Wadi Rum.
- Take your time exploring Abu Simbel with an overnight stay, discovering this magnificent monument carved out of the mountainside with less crowds, followed by a Premium Exclusive Experience; an incredible sound and light show.
- Relax with four nights on a premium Nile riverboat, allowing you to cruise up the river in comfort, and experience isolated elegance during your stay at a luxury camp in Wadi Rum, your Feature Stays for this adventure.
- Experience the best of Middle Eastern cuisine during welcome dinners in Cairo and Amman, high tea at the Old Cataract Hotel in Aswan, traditional meals in two family homes and a family-run cooking class in Amman.
Itinerary
Day 1: Cairo
Day 2: Cairo
Day 3: Alexandria
Day 4: Alexandria
Day 5: Cairo
Day 6: Nile Cruise – Luxor
Day 7: Nile Cruise – Edfu
Day 8: Nile Cruise – Aswan
Day 9: Nile Cruise – Aswan
Day 10: Abu Simbel
Day 11: Aswan
Day 12: Aswan
Day 13: Cairo
Day 14: Cairo
Day 15: Amman
Day 16: Amman
Day 17: Dead Sea
Day 18: Petra
Day 19: Petra
Day 20: Wadi Rum
Day 21: Amman
Day 22: Amman
Inclusions
Meals
21 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 14 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Plane, Riverboat, Felucca, Jeep
Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (16 nights), Feature Stay (5 nights)
Included activities
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
- Cairo – Welcome Dinner
- Cairo – Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
- Cairo – Egyptian Museum
- Cairo – The Egyptian Museum headset
- Alexandria – Wadi El Natron monasteries
- Alexandria – Anba Bishoy Monastery
- Alexandria – Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
- Alexandria – Bibliotheca Alexandrina
- Alexandria – Al Montazah Palace & Gardens
- El Alamein – War cemeteries and museum
- Luxor – Karnak Temple
- Luxor – Valley of the Kings (entrance to 3 tombs)
- Luxor – Tomb of Tutankhamun
- Luxor – Hatshepsut Temple
- Luxor – Colossi of Memnon
- Izbat Al Bayyarah – Kom Ombo Temple
- Aswan – Philae Temple
- Aswan – Sharia el Souk
- Abu Simbel – Abu Simbel temples
- Abu Simbel – Abu Simbel Sound and Light Show (entrance fee)
- Aswan – Afternoon tea at the Old Cataract Hotel
- Aswan – Sunset drinks on a felucca
- Aswan – Elephantine Island
- Aswan – Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam
- Aswan – Nubian Village Visit and Dinner
- Cairo – Downtown Walking and Tasting Tour
- Cairo – Tahrir Square
- Cairo – Khan al-Khalili Bazaar
- Cairo – Ibn Tulun Mosque
- Cairo – Gayer-Anderson Museum (entrance fee)
- Cairo – Home-Cooked Dinner
- Cairo – Coffee/tea in a local cafe
- Amman – Welcome Dinner
- Jerash – Roman ruins
- Amman – Beit Sitti cooking class and dinner
- Madaba – St Georges Church
- Mt Nebo – Site visit
- Shobak – Shobak Castle
- Petra – Guided tour of Petra
- Petra – Petra second day visit (unguided)
- Wadi Rum – Desert Jeep tour
- Wadi Rum – Zarb dinner
- Wadi Rum – Desert and dunes walk
Premium Inclusions
- Arrival airport transfer
- Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
- Luggage transfer
- Daily breakfast and signature local meal experiences
- 24/7 on-ground support
Images courtesy of Intrepid Group
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