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22 Days | A deep dive into the histories and culture of Egypt and Jordan
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Start
Cairo, Egypt
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Finish
Amman, Jordan
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Trip Code
XEPDC
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - null
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Physical Rating
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Meals
20 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 13 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle, Plane, Riverboat, Felucca, Jeep
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Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (16 nights), Feature Stay (5 nights)
From £6,371(22 days)
Trip Informations
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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 camp in Wadi Rum, your Feature Stays for this adventure.
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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.
Is this trip right for you?
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In 2023, Ramadan will take place from 22 March to 21 April. Travelling during this holy month can be a rewarding cultural experience, however some regular services may not be available during the daytime, such as restaurants or coffee bars, and occasionally travel can be disrupted by events. Your leader will adjust the itinerary accordingly, but please consider your travel arrangements carefully before booking travel for this period.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Day 1 • Cairo
- DAY 2Day 2 • Cairo
- DAY 3Day 3 • Alexandria
- DAY 4Day 4 • Alexandria
- DAY 5Day 5 • Cairo
- DAY 6Day 6 • Nile Cruise - Luxor
- DAY 7Day 7 • Nile Cruise - Edfu
- DAY 8Day 8 • Nile Cruise - Aswan
- DAY 9Day 9 • Nile Cruise - Aswan
- DAY 10Day 10 • Abu Simbel
- DAY 11Day 11 • Aswan
- DAY 12Day 12 • Aswan
- DAY 13Day 13 • Cairo
- DAY 14Day 14 • Cairo
- DAY 15Day 15 • Amman
- DAY 16Day 16 • Amman
- DAY 17Day 17 • Dead Sea
- DAY 18Day 18 • Petra
- DAY 19Day 19 • Petra
- DAY 20Day 20 • Wadi Rum
- DAY 21Day 21 • Amman
- DAY 22Day 22 • Amman
Inclusions
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20 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 13 dinners
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Private vehicle, Plane, Riverboat, Felucca, Jeep
bed Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (16 nights), Feature Stay (5 nights)
festival Activities
circleComplimentary Arrival Transfer
circleCairo - Welcome Dinner
circleCairo - Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
circleCairo - Egyptian Museum
circleAlexandria - Wadi El Natron monasteries
circleAlexandria - Anba Bishoy Monastery
circleAlexandria - Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa
circleAlexandria - Bibliotheca Alexandrina
circleAlexandria - Fort Qaitbay
circleEl Alamein - War cemeteries and museum
circleLuxor - Karnak Temple
circleLuxor - Valley of the Kings (entrance to 3 tombs)
circleLuxor - Tomb of Tutankhamun
circleLuxor - Hatshepsut Temple
circleLuxor - Colossi of Memnon
circleIzbat Al Bayyarah - Kom Ombo Temple
circleAswan - Philae Temple
circleAswan - Sharia el Souk
circleAbu Simbel - Abu Simbel temples
circleAbu Simbel - Abu Simbel Sound and Light Show (entrance fee)
circleAswan - Afternoon tea at the Old Cataract Hotel
circleAswan - Sunset drinks on a felucca
circleAswan - Elephantine Island
circleAswan - Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam
circleAswan - Nubian Village Visit and Dinner
circleCairo - Home-Cooked Dinner
circleCairo - Coffee/tea in a local cafe
circleCairo - Khan al-Khalili Bazaar
circleCairo - Ibn Tulun Mosque
circleCairo - Gayer-Anderson Museum (entrance fee)
circleCairo - Fayoum Day Trip with Valley of the Whales and the Climate Change Museum
circleAmman - Welcome Dinner
circleJerash - Roman ruins
circleAmman - cooking class and dinner
circleMadaba - St Georges Church
circleMt Nebo - Site visit
circleShobak - Shobak Castle
circlePetra - Leader-led tour of Petra
circlePetra - Petra second day visit (unguided)
circleWadi Rum - Desert Jeep tour
circleWadi Rum - Zarb Local Dinner
circleWadi Rum - Desert and dunes walk
museum Optional activities
circleCairo - Islamic Art Museum (entrance fee) - EGP270
circleUrban Adventures - Islamic Cairo in Depth Tour - USD86
circleUrban Adventures - Saqqara and Memphis - USD82
circleCairo - Urban Adventures Downtown Cairo Tour - USD40
circleCairo - The Great Pyramid of Cheops (entrance fee) - EGP900
circleLuxor - Luxor Museum (entrance fee) - EGP300
circleLuxor - Luxor Temple (entrance fee) - EGP400
circleLuxor - Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show (minimum 2 persons) (entrance, guide & transport) - USD45
circleLuxor - Valley of the Queens (entrance fee) - EGP180
circleLuxor - Tomb of Queen Nefertari in the Valley of the Queens (entrance fee) - EGP2000
circleLuxor - Medinat Habu Temple (entrance fee) - EGP200
circleLuxor - Hot Air Balloon over the Valley of the Kings - USD120
circleAswan - Philae Temple Sound and Light Show (entrance fee) - USD40
circleAswan - Nubian Museum (entrance fee) - EGP300
circlePetra - Petra By Night - JOD17
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Important notes
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1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
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2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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3. This trip includes domestic and international flights as indicated on the trip map. The luggage allowance is 23kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on.
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4. Petra By Night is offered as an optional activity. This activity is currently scheduled to operate on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Please check your departure date if you are planning this activity as it is not available on all departures.
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