DAY 1: Arrive in Cairo
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Welcome to Cairo! Buddy up with the friendly local who will receive you. They will help you with the passport process. Make your way to your hotel where you will find your local Egyptologist tour guide who will accompany you throughout your trip. Take part in the tour briefing to learn what awaits you. Head to your room for a good night's sleep before your adventure commences in the morning!
Included Meals
Accommodationi
Oasis Hotel
Rating: 4 star
DAY 2: Giza Pyramids - Sphinx - Sakkara
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Fuel up for your first day of iconic Egyptian experiences! Follow your guide to the mesmerising Giza pyramid complex and revel in some of the country's most famous attractions. See the Great Pyramids and Sphinx with your own ease. Discover the majesty of the Zoser step pyramid and Pharaonic tombs. Spend the evening relaxing in your Cairo hotel.
Experiences
Visit the awe-inspiring Great Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza plateau.
Visit the Pyramid of Zoser at Sakkara.
Included Meals
Accommodationi
Oasis Hotel
Rating: 4 star
Optional Excursions
- Sound and Light Show at Giza Pyramids i US$36
- Open Buffet Dinner on Nile Cruise i US$36
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.DAY 3: Aswan - Philae Temple - Nile Cruise
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Your included flight arrives in Aswan and then you make your way to the water to board a Nile cruise ship. Freshen up and get ready to be astounded by the sight of the High Dam of Aswan. Learn more about the history of the construction of the dam, and the creation of Lake Nasser, which necessitated the relocation of thousands of citizens and very important monuments. This includes Abu Simbel, which is on the itinerary tomorrow. Continue onwards to Agilkia Island to explore the Temple of Isis at Philae. Return to Aswan and overnight at the hotel.
Experiences
Visit the Philae Temple and the High Dam of Aswan. The evening is then yours to explore Aswan at your leisure.
Optional Excursions
- Dinner in a Nubian House i US$25
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.DAY 4: Nile Cruise - Kom-Ombo
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Enjoy the amazing views as we continue to navigate the Nile on our 5-star cruise ship. Opt-in on an excursion to the Abu Simbel complex - to massive temples at the southernmost tip of ancient Egypt’s borders. These Nubian Monuments have been around since the 1200s, when it was carved from the mountainside! Stopover at the Temple of Kom-Ombo this afternoon to learn more about the crocodile god Sobek, and the falcon god Haroeris. Overnight on the cruise ship as we make our way to Luxor.
Experiences
Visit the Temple of Kom-Ombo, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus.
Enjoy the amazing views as we navigate the River Nile on our 5-star cruise ship. These ships offer twin-share cabins with private en-suite facilities, a restaurant and bar, and a sun deck with swimming pool.
Included Meals
Accommodationi
5-star Nile Cruise
All meals are included. The cruise offers twin and double cabins with en-suite bathrooms.
Optional Excursions
- Abu Simbel Temple i US$90
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.DAY 5: Luxor - Karnak Temple - Nile Cruise
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Disembark along the East Bank of Luxor and take a tour of this exciting destination. Experience the majesty of the Karnak temple complex in person - these grand monuments are remnants of ancient Thebes. Discover the historic Luxor temple, where you'll wander down the mesmerising Avenue of Sphinxes. Overnight at your hotel in Luxor and get ready for another full day of Egyptian adventuring.
Experiences
Take an afternoon tour of the East bank of Luxor, where you will experience the massive Karnak Temple and the historic Luxor Temple.
DAY 6: Valley of the Kings - Hatshepsut - Hurghada
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Lovers of history, assemble! Enjoy breakfast and head for the world-famous Valley of the Kings to explore the tombs of King Tutankhamen and other New Kingdom pharaohs. Discover the Temple of Hatshepsut and visit the striking Colossi of Memnon. Board our air-conditioned bus to Hurghada on the Red Sea and overnight at your hotel after enjoying an included dinner.
Experiences
Tour of the West Bank, starting at the Valley of the Kings, and visit the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
With a full free day tomorrow, you can simply relax in the resort or take part in various optional activities including snorkelling and scuba diving.
Entrance fees (in Egyptian Pounds):
Optional Excursions
- Hot Air Balloon Ride Over the West Bank of Luxor i US$130
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.DAY 7: Hurghada : Free Day
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Make the most of your free day Hurghada. Enjoy one of the many activities on offer at the resort. Explore the beach, keep cool in the pool, or simply relax. Alternatively, you can also go snorkelling or scuba diving along the amazing coral reefs. Breakfast, dinner and lunch are included today. Overnight at Hurghada.
Optional Excursions
- Snorkelling i US$35
- Scuba Diving i US$65
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.DAY 8: Red Sea - Hurghada
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Enjoy another free day full of fun and relaxation in Hurghada today! Make the most of the range of activities on offer at the resort. Dive deep and experience ocean life on a scuba diving or snorkelling trip. Alternatively, take it easy - soak up the sun next to the pool or on the beach. Indulge in delicious food and drinks as breakfast, lunch and dinner are all included again today. Spend your last evening on the Red Sea coastline getting some rest and relaxation as tomorrow it is time to make our way to Cairo.
Experiences
Take a free day to explore the sights and sounds of the Red Sea resort.
Included Meals
Accommodationi
Sunny beach resort
Rating: 4 star
Optional Excursions
- Scuba Diving i US$65
- Snorkelling i US$35
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.DAY 9: Hurghada - Cairo
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It’s time to travel to Cairo, Egypt’s sprawling capital city. Take a trip through history when you join an outing to the Egyptian Museum. Get to know more about Egypt’s fascinating history, which stretches back thousands of years and catch a glimpse of the treasures found in King Tutankhamun’s tomb! Afterwards, we pay a visit to the Cairo Bazaar, Khan El Khalili. Located in Cairo’s historic centre, this colourful bazaar is filled with an eclectic mix of things to eat, see and buy!
Included Meals
Accommodationi
Oasis Hotel
Rating: 4 star
DAY 10: Cairo: Free Day
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Spend a free day exploring the bustling city of Cairo at your leisure! Today, you can also choose to join a trip to Alexandria on the Mediterranean Coast. Named after its founder, Alexander the Great, Alexandria is a historic seaside city. Visit the fortress, catacombs, and souks and experience relics from bygone days. See the beautiful beaches and take in the views along the seafront. Make a stop at one of the inviting cafes and restaurants found along the seafront corniche. Return to Cairo where we will be spending the night.
Optional Excursions
- The Sights of Alexandria i US$90
* Stated prices and availability are subject to change.DAY 11: Cairo - Amman - Wadi Rum
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Get ready for a desert adventure as we make our way to Wadi Rum! Start the day with breakfast before we make our way to Cairo Airport to catch a flight to Amman in Jordan. Once we land in Amman, we will head to Wadi Rum and see the amazing desert landscapes. After checking in at our desert camp where we will be spending the night, we will explore the area on a two-hour 4x4 Jeep safari! After a day filled with desert-adventure, enjoy an authentic Jordanian dinner by the campfire. Finish your day off with some spectacular stargazing.
Experiences
Make your way into the desert to explore these striking landscapes on a 4x4 safari with expert local guides. Gain a new appreciation for its arid beauty and spend the night in a tented camp in Wadi Rum.
Enjoy an authentic Jordanian dinner around the campfire with the rest of the group and do some stargazing before heading for bed. Optional: Upgrade the size of your tent to get add-on extras like aircon and TV.
Included Meals
Accommodationi
Bait Ali Camp
Traditional Bedouin tents with modern bathrooms (shared). The camp site has a terraced area, bar facilities and swimming pool.
DAY 12: Wadi Rum - Petra
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Hop aboard - we're off on a full-day trip to the gorgeous Rose City of Petra. Explore this ancient UNESCO site on horseback and by foot. Behold the world-renowned Treasury, which was carved from the limestone rockface. Learn more about this fascinating city and see all the major attractions, including the majestic Amphitheater. Overnight at a hotel in Petra.
Experiences
Embark on a guided tour of Petra with free time. Back in 300 BC, Petra was the capital of the prosperous Nabatean Kingdom. Swiss explorer Jean Louis Burckhardt famously wrote about it in his diary. “It's one of the most elegant remains of antiquity existing.” He penned this when he discovered the site in 1812. It's easy to see why - Petra is simply breathtaking. It is also known as the 'Rose City' due to the colour of the stone from which it was carved. However, the site is best known for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system.
Included Meals
Accommodationi
La Maison Hotel
Rating: 3 star
DAY 13: Petra - Dead Sea - Kerak - Amman
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Board the coach to head for the Dead Sea as we leave Petra behind. Experience first hand what it feels like to float in the dense, salty water that is purported to have healing properties. Pay a visit to the impressive Kerak Castle, a relic from the 1100s. Make your way to Amman and book in at the hotel this evening.
Experiences
Step into the Dead Sea. The Dead Sea is actually not a sea at all, but a lake that contains more than 30% salt. It is also the lowest place on earth, at 417 feet below sea level. The water's properties are said to cure various skin conditions. It may also relieve respiratory ailments. The lake's mud is used in spa treatments at the hotels along its shore. Please note: entrance fee applies.
Visit Kerak Castle. This fantastic Crusader stronghold, and later Mamluk fortress, is one of the largest crusader castles in the Levant. Construction of the castle began in the 1140s, under the rule of King Fulk of Jerusalem.
Included Meals
Accommodationi
Meneur Hotel
Rating: 4 star
DAY 14: Amman city tour
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Join in on a tour of the city of Amman after breakfast. Follow your guide to some of the best-loved sights in the city, including the Roman Temple of Hercules, the 8th-century Umayyad Palace complex, and more. Overnight at the Amman hotel and get ready to head home in the morning.
Experiences
Enjoy a guided city tour of Jordan’s capital, Amman. The city is filled with ancient ruins and famous visitors' attractions like the historic Citadel, Mount Nebu, the Roman Theatre and more. Downtown Amman gives a contrasting modern atmosphere to these historical ruins. Go wandering through bustling souks. Or sip on coffee in the many coffeehouses and watch the locals go by.
Included Meals
Accommodationi
Meneur Hotel
Rating: 4 star
DAY 15: Amman
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Your tour of Egypt and Jordan concludes today. Head to the airport to return home, or onto your next adventure. We trust you had a wonderful time and look forward to welcoming you aboard an Expat Explore coach tour again soon! There is so much left to explore!