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JanTimeless Egypt & Jordan
Unforgettable adventure along the Nile from Cairo to Aswan, this tour stops at the magnificent Pyramids of Giza, then head south to Aswan before setting sail on the Nile onboard a traditional felucca boat to Kom Ombo and Luxor. Finish off with Jordan, home to the stunning Rose City of Petra (voted one of the New 7 Wonders of the World), a 4×4 safari into the desert of Wadi Rum and the buoyant Dead Sea.
Included
+ 3 Nights at a 4-star hotel in Cairo (B/B)
+1 Night at a 4-star hotel in Aswan (B/B)
+1 Night on a traditional felucca sailing boat (F/B)
+1 Night at a 3-star hotel in Luxor (B/B)
+ 3 Nights at a 4-star hotel in Hurghada (A/I)
+ One-way overnight travel in an A/C bus (Cairo – Aswan)
+ One-way bus ride (Hurghada – Cairo)
+ One-way flight from Cairo to Amman
+ 1 Night camping in Wadi rum
+ 1 Nights at a 3* hotel in Petra
+ 2 Nights at 3* hotel in Amman
+ 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners
Excluded
+ Entrance fees to the sights
+ Flights (airfare), visas and insurance + Tipping/ kitty (USD $45) + Tour guide tips
+ Any Private Expenses
Tour Program
Day 1 Airport pick up to hotel in Cairo
Arrive at Cairo airport where you will be met by our representative who will assist you through the formalities. Transfer to your hotel to meet your guide, overnight stay at your hotel in Cairo.
Day 2 Cairo {Breakfast}
We depart early this morning for Cairo. today we tour the City of Cairo, beginning with the Egyptian Museum where you may view the treasures of King Tutankhamun’s tomb. From there we head to the Coptic area of old Cairo to visit the hanging church, so named as it is suspended above two Roman gate towers. Then on to the Mosque of Mohamed Ali, which sits majestically on the summit of the Citadel of Saladin. Afterwards we make our way to the old Cairo Bazaar, Khan El Khalili, with its maze of intriguing alleyways that are home to numerous souvenir stalls and coffee shops. Overnight stay at your hotel in Cairo.
Day 3 Aswan
Arrive in Aswan. we visit the romantic Philae Temple, its beautiful location is reached by small motor boat, making a truly magnificent approach to the site. Overnight stay at your hotel in Aswan
Day 4 Nile Felucca {Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner}
At midday, step aboard your Nile Felucca. Watch the world go by as you sail down the
Nile observing rural life on the shores and taking in the changing landscape of the mighty
river. Overnight on the Felucca.
*Optional extra: Visit Abu Simbel – the stupendous Sun Temple of Ramses the Great,
located at the southernmost tip of ancient Egypt’s borders.
Day 5 Kom Ombo- Luxor {Breakfast}
After breakfast we travel on an A/C bus to the city of Luxor, often described as the world’s
greatest open-air museum and home to some of the grandest monuments that have
survived from ancient Thebes. On the way we visit the temple of Kom Ombo – its perfectly
symmetrical twin entrances overlook the spectacular riverside. in the afternoon we tour the East Bank
of the Nile. Here you will experience the immense Karnak Temple, considered by some as
Egypt’s most important Pharonic site – the country’s powerhouse of ancient times; as well as
the magnificent Luxor Temple where visitors are greeted by the impressive Avenue of
Sphinxes. Overnight stay at your hotel in Luxor.
Day 6 Luxor to Hurghada, Red Sea {Breakfast-Dinner}
After breakfast we explore the West Bank of Luxor, starting the tour with the world famous Valley of the Kings, the richest archaeological site on earth, then on to the breathtaking Temple of Hatshepsut (Deir al-Bahri), built for the only woman to reign over Egypt as pharaoh. Finally, we visit the great Colossi of Memnon – the last remains of Amenophis III’s temple. We then take the A/C bus to Hurghada, Red Sea, and overnight stay at your hotel in Hurghada.
Day 7 Hurghada, Red Sea {Breakfast- lunch - dinner}
This is a free day to be spent at your leisure. With snorkeling, swimming, scuba diving and good food and drink available you will find much to do; or simply relax and enjoy the sun, overnight stay at your hotel in Hurghada..
Day 8 Hurghada-Red Sea {Breakfast- lunch - dinner}
This is a free day to be spent at your leisure. With snorkeling, swimming, scuba diving and good food and drink available you will find much to do; or simply relax and enjoy the sun, overnight stay at your hotel in Hurghada..
Day 9 Cairo-Breakfast
We depart early this morning for Cairo. today we tour the City of Cairo, beginning with the Egyptian Museum where you may view the treasures of King Tutankhamun’s tomb. From there we head to the Coptic area of old Cairo to visit the hanging church, so named as it is suspended above two Roman gate towers. Then on to the Mosque of Mohamed Ali, which sits majestically on the summit of the Citadel of Saladin. Afterwards we make our way to the old Cairo Bazaar, Khan El Khalili, with its maze of intriguing alleyways that are home to numerous souvenir stalls and coffee shops. Overnight stay at your hotel in Cairo.
Day 10 Cairo
This is a free day to be spent at your leisure, overnight stay at your hotel. (Breakfast included).
Day 11 Cairo_Amman to Wadi Rum
After breakfast you will be transferred to Cairo airport for the flight to Amman, arrive in Amman and you will be heading to Wadi Rum. After checking into our
Desert camp in Wadi Rum, we join a 2 hour Jeep safari in the desert. This evening we also enjoy an
Authentic Jordanian dinner in Wadi Rum. After chilling out by the desert fire and sharing experiences with
our travel mates under a starry sky, we spend the night in our desert camp. Overnight camping in Wadi
Rum. Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 12 Wadi Rum-Petra {Breakfast included}
After breakfast we depart for a full day tour in the Red Rose City Petra. We embark on an unforgettable trip on horseback and then by foot ‘til we reach the Treasury. Our local guide will provide us with a brief history of the city, which is one of the greatest attractions in the Middle East. We also visit the Pharaoh’s Castle, the Triumphal arch and the Amphitheater. Overnight stay at your hotel in Petra.
Day 13 Petra, Dead Sea, Kerak, Amman
Today we first drive to the lowest point on earth, Dead Sea for the spectacular floating on the salty water,
then Kerak to visit the impressive Kerak Castle, which was built in the 12th century. Later, we continue to
Amman. Overnight stay at your hotel in Amman. Breakfast included.
Day 14 Amman-City Tour
After breakfast we have Amman city tour. We will visit the most important sights of this beautiful city.
Overnight stay at your hotel in Amman. Breakfast included.
Day 15 Amman_airport transfer
After breakfast, transfer to the airport. Take the memories of your adventures with you on your flight home. Breakfast included.
