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Your trip in a nutshell
Itinerary
Day - 1
Cairo Arrival: Gates of the Pharaohs
Arrive at Cairo International Airport, where a representative assists you through immigration and customs. Transfer to your hotel to check in and settle into this dynamic metropolis. Spend your first evening relaxing and preparing for the immersive journey through Egypt's ancient and modern history, from the soaring pyramids to the bustling markets.
Day - 2
Pyramids, Pharaonic Treasures, and Bazaars
Begin with a full-day visit to the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the monumental Sphinx. Continue to the Egyptian Museum to marvel at the world’s most extensive collection of ancient artifacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun. The day concludes with an exploration of Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where you can navigate the labyrinthine alleys filled with spices, textiles, and traditional crafts.
Day - 3
Alexandria: Roman History on the Mediterranean
Embark on a scenic drive to Alexandria, the "Pearl of the Mediterranean." Explore the city's Greco-Roman past with visits to the subterranean Catacombs, the ancient Roman Theater, and the towering Pompey’s Pillar. Admire the medieval architecture of the Citadel of Qaitbay from the outside, built upon the ruins of the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria, before returning to Cairo in the evening.
Day - 4
Aswan's Treasures and Nile Cruise Start
Transfer to Cairo Domestic Airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, your tour begins with a visit to the architectural feat of the High Dam, the massive Unfinished Obelisk, and the beautiful Philae Temple, rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser. After your visits, transfer to your luxury Nile cruise ship to check in, settling into your floating accommodation before dinner.
Day - 5
Abu Simbel's Might and Temple Sailing
Embark early on a spectacular road trip (with a breakfast box) to the colossal Abu Simbel Temple, carved directly into the mountainside by Ramses II. Return to the ship and sail north, stopping to visit the unique Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to both the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris. Continue sailing towards Edfu, enjoying lunch and dinner on board.
Day - 6
Horse Carriages and River Scenery
Enjoy breakfast on board before visiting the magnificent Edfu Temple, one of Egypt's best-preserved sanctuaries, reached via a charming horse-drawn carriage ride. The temple, dedicated to the falcon god Horus, offers a deep insight into Ptolemaic religious architecture. Return to the cruise and continue sailing towards Luxor, passing pastoral landscapes along the Nile's banks while enjoying lunch and dinner.
Day - 7
Luxor's Legacy: Tombs and Colossal Temples
Disembark to explore the monumental Valley of the Kings, the burial site of pharaohs, and the terraced Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Pass the giant Colossi of Memnon before visiting the massive Karnak Temple, the world's largest religious structure, and the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple. After your final visits, check out of the cruise and transfer to your hotel in Luxor.
Day - 8
Two Continents: From the Nile to the Levant
Check out after breakfast and transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo, where you connect to your international flight to Jordan. Upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, a representative assists you with your final transfer to your Amman hotel, marking the transition from the land of the Pharaohs to the Hashemite Kingdom.
Day - 9
Roman Grandeur and Amman Citadels
Begin with a tour of downtown Amman, exploring the hilltop Citadel and the remarkably preserved Roman Amphitheatre. Proceed north to Jerash, the "Pompeii of the East," to walk the best-preserved Roman ruins outside Italy. Pass through Hadrian’s Arch, stand in the Oval Plaza, and wander the original colonnaded streets and majestic temples, experiencing the full grandeur of the Decapolis before returning to Amman.
Day - 10
Mosaics, Mounts, and Crusader Castles
Depart south via the scenic Kings Highway. Stop in Madaba to view the famous 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land. Continue to Mount Nebo, the revered site overlooking the Jordan Valley, where Moses allegedly viewed the Promised Land. The journey culminates at Kerak Castle, a massive, imposing Crusader fortress dating back to the 12th century, before you arrive in Petra for check-in.
Day - 11
Petra: The Rose-Red City and Desert Sands
Dedicate the morning to exploring the Nabatean masterpiece of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enter the city through the Siq, a narrow, kilometer-long gorge that dramatically reveals the Treasury (Al-Khazneh). Spend the day walking among elaborately carved tombs, theatres, and temples cut directly into the striking rose-red sandstone. Afterward, head further south to the protected wilderness of Wadi Rum for dinner and an unforgettable night in the vast desert.
Day - 12
Valley of the Moon to the Lowest Point
Experience the spectacular red landscape of Wadi Rum, known as the "Valley of the Moon," on a thrilling two-hour jeep tour. Traverse the immense desert valleys and stand beneath towering rock formations described by T.E. Lawrence as "god-like." Leave the desert behind and descend to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth. Check into your resort for a restorative night by the mineral-rich, hypersaline waters.
Day - 13
Dead Sea Departure: Salty Shores Farewell
Enjoy a free morning to float effortlessly in the therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea, renowned for their healing properties. Soak up the sun and the unique atmosphere of the lowest spot on the planet before checking out. A professional transfer takes you back to Queen Alia International Airport for your onward flight, concluding your extensive journey through Egypt and Jordan.
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