Spectacular Egypt + Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead Sea

Upon landing in Egypt, proceed with customs & immigration procedures. Meet our Representative who will assist you and also transfer to your Cairo Hotel.

After breakfast at your Hotel, join your guide for a full day of sightseeing tour of The Great Pyramids & Sphinx + Valley Temple of Khafre followed by Sakkara. The Pyramids of Giza complex is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World that remains in one piece.
The pyramids are named after the Pharaohs who built them; Khufu is the tallest, followed by Khafre and Menkaure, which is the one located in the front. The Pyramids are not decorated inside, and there are no treasures or mummies. You can visit them inside by purchasing a separate ticket. Although it is safe to tour the pyramids inside, you must be relatively fit since you go through steep stairways and low passages; some people also find it claustrophobic. The tour continues to Khafre’s Valley temple and the Great Sphinx. This famous monument carved out of limestone has the facial features of a man but the body of a lion. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the archeological site of Sakkara. This vast necropolis is known for the Step Pyramid of King Djoser. The Sakkara Pyramid is considered the oldest pyramid in Egypt.

Early morning transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Luxor.
Upon arrival, meet our representative, who will assist you with transferring to your Nile River Cruise. Later, join your guide for a tour of the famous Karnak & Luxor Temples.
One of the highlights of the Luxor Temple is the Avenue of the Sphinxes, which, in ancient times, was the procession route to Karnak Temple. The Karnak Temple-Complex is considered one of the most fascinating open-air museums, with its Great Hypostyle Hall home to 134 large columns that soar up to twenty meters. Lunch and dinner onboard the cruise ship. The Nile river cruise features, on average, sixty cabins with panoramic windows, a private bathroom with hairdryer, and a shower. There is also a swimming pool, and a sun deck with bar. Your Cruise includes all meals + daily offshore guided sightseeing tours.

After early breakfast on board, join your guide for an off-shore excursion to the Valley of the Kings.
The Valley of the Kings is the final resting place of the most powerful Pharaohs, including the boy Prince Tutankhamun. Your tour includes a visit to one of the Tombs. None of the Tombs contain any treasures or mummies, but their chambers are decorated with hieroglyphs that recount the history of Ancient Egypt. For the Tomb of Tutankhamun, you must purchase a separate ticket subject to the open tomb. Your tour continues with a visit to Queen’s Hatshepsut Temple, one of the longest female rulers of ancient Egypt. This temple, built directly into the cliff face, is one of the most spectacular in Egypt. On your way back to the ship, stop by the Colossi of Memnon. These two gigantic stone statues are 3400 years old and weight 720 tonnes each; they depict the Pharaoh Amenhotep and his wife. Lunch and dinner onboard the cruise ship.

After Breakfast, on board, join your guide for today's off-shore excursions to the Temple of Edfu & Kom Ombo. Edfu temple is dedicated to the falcon god, Horus, and is well-known for its unique massive entrance covered with amazing relief carvings. The Temple of Edfu is considered one of Egypt's best-preserved ancient temples. The Temple of Sobek at Kom Ombo is a unique temple dedicated to two gods, the crocodile god and Sobek, the god of fertility. You will also visit the crocodile museum located next to the temple. Lunch and dinner onboard the cruise ship. In the evening dress up with Egyptian attire and enjoy a traditional Galabeya cruise party night.

After Breakfast, on board, depart with your guide for today's off-shore excursions to the High Dam & Temple of Philae. Aswan's High Dam is one of Egypt's most visited modern sites in Egypt. It was built to protect the Nile Valley from flooding.
Many archeological sites were submerged after its construction; some, like Abu Simbel and Philae, were rescued and relocated. Continue to the Temple of Philae. The original Temple was submerged underwater after the construction of the Dam. It was painstakingly disassembled and relocated to Agilkia Island, south of Aswan. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, it is a fantastic example of ancient Egyptian architecture. In the afternoon, there is a Felucca ride. A Felucca is a traditional Egyptian sailing boat. Sail as you enjoy the famous scenery of the Nile. Lunch and dinner onboard the cruise ship.

Depart early morning before sunrise with a boxed breakfast to visit Abu Simbel's Temples which were moved from their original sacred place to save them from flooding. Abu Simbel is a UNESCO World Heritage site; these two massive rock temples were built 3,300 years ago.
Rescued after being submerged under water by the construction of the Aswan Dam and rebuilt above the new shoreline.
This project is considered one of the most outstanding achievements in modern engineering. After your tour, disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival transfer to your Cairo Hotel.

After breakfast at your Hotel join your guide for a tour of Old Cairo: Starting at the Egyptian Museum, famous for its extensive collection of Egyptian artifacts, you can see Tutankhamun's favorite treasures. Continue through Al Muizz Street; this 10th-century roadway leads you through one of the world's oldest Islamic cities. After free time to wander the shops or take a refreshing drink in one of the many favorite cafes in the Bazar of Khan El Khalili, we continue to see the Coptic Quarter of Cairo, known for housing the Holy Family during their exile from Israel. Here, we will see the famous Hanging Church and the churches of St George and Abu Serga, one of the oldest churches in Egypt. Finally, we will visit the Synagogue of Ben Ezra on the banks of the Nile, which, according to local folklore, was built where baby Moses was found. Lunch is included at a local restaurant.

After breakfast at your hotel transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Amman. Upon arrival in Amman, our Representative will assist you with transfer to your Hotel.
You are required a valid passport with blank pages; valid for six months past your return date.
American and Canadian passport holders require a tourist visa, which will be arranged by us with a copy of your passport.
Other passport holders need to contact your local Jordan Embassy. Later, depart for the Ancient City of Jerash, second only to Petra in terms of tourist destinations.
Jerash is one of the world's best-preserved cities of the Roman Empire.
The Ancient City of Jerash has been inhabited for more than 6,500 years and came under Roman rule in 63 BC. Continue with a short scenic drive through the beautiful valleys of northern Jordan to Ajlun Castle, located on the top of a mountain.
Ajlun Castle is a maze of corridors and architecture that offers a beautiful view of the surrounding area. Overnight in Amman.

After breakfast, you will depart by road for Wadi Rum. Along the way, you will visit Mt. Nebo and Madaba.
Mt. Nebo (also known as Siyagha) is a holy site and a memorial to the Prophet Moses. On Mt. Nebo, Moses is said to have seen the promised land. On a clear day, enjoy views of the Jordan Valley and get a glimpse of Judah, Jericho, and the Dead Sea. Continue your tour. Drive approximately one hour to visit St. George's Greek Orthodox Basilica in Madaba, home to the oldest preserved and most detailed ancient map of the lands extending east and west of the River Jordan from Lebanon to Egypt, from the desert to the Mediterranean. Then, Drive to Wadi Rum, the Valley of the Moon. Feel the romance and adventure of the Arabian Desert. Wadi Rum was Lawrence of Arabia's headquarters during World War I, fighting against the Turkish Ottoman Empire. It was also the film set of the famous movie Lawrence of Arabia.
Experience a tour of this magical moonscape desert region in a 4X4 Jeep. Be amazed at the spectacular landscapes of towering cliffs and canyons.
Enjoy a traditional dinner followed by an overnight in Wadi Rum at a desert campsite surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

After breakfast, drive to Petra to tour this famous ancient site.
Petra: The "Pink City" is the top tourist destination in Jordan and a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is unique because it was built on a massive rock face over 2,000 years ago.
Enter through the famous SIQ, an impressive long winding opening between the walls of two overhanging cliffs. Although you find many structures, the most impressive are the Treasury, the Amphitheater, and the Ad-Deir Monastery, which looks over the valley and is accessible by a flight of 800 stairs cut from the rock.
After your tour of Petra, drive to the shores of the Dead Sea.
The Dead Sea region is rich in natural beauty, and its waters are sought for their healing abilities. Overnight Dead Sea.