14 days tour

Temples, Tombs, Treasury - 14 Days

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Temples, Tombs, Treasury - 14 Days

This tour includes:

Guide

Services of an Egyptian tour guide degree qualified in Egyptology and licensed Jordanian guide throughout Jordan

Accommodation

8 nights 4-5 star hotels in Egypt, 3 nights 4 star hotels in Jordan, 1 night deluxe desert camp in Wadi Rum

Transport

Airport arrival and departure transfers on day 1 and day 14. Departure transfers on day 14 are offered at 23:00 (day 13), 04:00, 07:00, 09:00, 12:00 and 16:00 All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

Others

1 overnight train from Cairo to Luxor (Private 2 berth sleeper cabin) Touring - Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Luxor, Dendera, Hurghada, Petra and Shobak Hurghada Red Sea stay and Jordan Dead Sea stay

Meals

Breakfast daily, 1 lunch and 1 dinner Wadi Rum 4x4 desert safari and dinner

Not included:

Others

International flight between Hurghada and Amman is not included and needs to be booked separately by the traveller - refer to the Trip Notes, on day 9 for details International flights and visas (see Trip Notes for further information about visas) Tip for your tour guide in Egypt and Jordan. We recommend you allow USD$8 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture

Flights

International flights are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

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Itinerary of your trip Temples, Tombs, Treasury - 14 Days

  • Day 1 Day 1: Cairo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Cairo

      Sunday. Welcome to Egypt! On arrival at the airport youโ€™ll be transferred to our hotel to spend the rest of today at leisure. If arriving early, you may wish to join our Backstreets of Cairo tour, which visits lesser-known highlights of the capital, including the cave church of St Simon and Tahrir Square. You may also wish to extend your tour with an Alexandria Day Trip on the Saturday. We can arrange pre-tour accommodation on request.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Pyramids Of Giza
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Pyramids Of Giza

      Discover Egyptโ€™s most famous attraction today as we visit the Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Sphinx. Explore these ancient tombs and thereโ€™s also the opportunity to ride a camel at the legendary site. Continue to Saqqara necropolis to see the ancient stepped Pyramid of Zhoser. This monument is even older than the Giza Pyramids and is surrounded by countless tombs and burial sites.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Grand Egyptian Museum
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Grand Egyptian Museum

      Cairo - Luxor. Today weโ€™ll explore the Grand Egyptian Museum. Located only 2km from the Pyramids, this incredible new museum is home to a vast number of artefacts from across ancient Egyptian history. Some of these have never been on public display before and others have been painstakingly restored by experts. There is a large Tutankhamun exhibition and the museum makes use of modern technology, including virtual reality. After our guided tour we head over to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization to visit the fascinating Royal Mummiesโ€™ Hall, where the mummies of ancient Egyptian kings and queens are on now display. Strolling through this incredible hall weโ€™ll see 20 mummies, including Ramses II and Queen Hatshepsut. Some of these mummies are so well preserved that they still have thick locks of hair and visible finger nails! Then we return to our hotel where thereโ€™s time to relax by the pool and have dinner before we board the overnight train to Luxor this evening. Please Note: the Grand Egyptian Museum is scheduled to open in late 2024, though an official opening date has yet to be released. If travelling prior to the opening of the new facility weโ€™ll visit the Egyptian Museum instead.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Luxor & Dendera
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Luxor & Dendera

      We arrive in Luxor this morning and drive to Dendera, one of Egyptโ€™s best-preserved temple complexes. Enjoy a guided tour of this ancient site, including the magnificent Temple of Hathor. Later, we return to Luxor to spend the afternoon at leisure and thereโ€™s an optional visit to Luxor Temple this evening. After dark, the temple is beautifully illuminated by hundreds of lights.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Valley Of The Kings
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Valley Of The Kings

      Explore the lavishly decorated tombs of famous pharaohs this morning as we visit the Valley of the Kings. Many important pharaohs were buried here including Ramses II and of course, Tutankhamun. Continue to the mortuary temple of Hatshepsut - the second female pharaoh. The final stop of the morning is at the Colossi of Memnon. These two giant statues of King Amenhotep III are all that remains of what was once the largest temple in the world. After time to relax by the hotel pool our busy day of sightseeing continues this afternoon as we discover the spectacular Karnak Temple. This vast complex took over 1,500 years to complete and more than 30 pharaohs contributed to it.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Free Time In Luxor
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Free Time In Luxor

      Today is free for you to explore Luxor at leisure or relax in the hotel and enjoy the sunshine. There is an optional tour of Luxor Museum, home to many important exhibits including treasures recovered from the tomb of Tutankhamun.

  • Day 7 Day 7-8: Hurghada By The Red Sea
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7-8: Hurghada By The Red Sea

      Luxor - Hurghada. Today weโ€™ll drive to the popular Red Sea resort of Hurghada for two nights on the coast. Spend time relaxing on the beach or try out water sports such as kite-surfing. Alternatively, join our optional snorkelling trip at a nearby coral reef and swim amongst colourful fish in the crystal water. You may even see a turtle, or friendly dolphin or two. This excursion can be booked locally. In the evenings take some time to explore Hurghadaโ€™s restaurants and vibrant nightlife.

  • Day 8 Day 9: Fly To Jordan
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Fly To Jordan

      Hurghada - Cairo - Amman - Petra. Today we say goodbye to Egypt and fly to Amman via Cairo. On arrival weโ€™ll drive to Petra for an evening at leisure, or you may wish to book our โ€™Petra By Nightโ€™ add-on (approx. USD$25 payable locally). Take a stroll through the famous Siq to the Treasury, lit by over 1,000 candles. PLEASE NOTE: The flight from Hurghada to Amman via Cairo is not included in the cost of this tour. Travellers need to independently book these flights at a personal cost (total flight cost approximately USD$250 - $350pp) however, we can assist in booking these flights should you require. The flights to be booked are detailed in the tour Trip Notes.

  • Day 9 Day 10: The Rose City Of Petra
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: The Rose City Of Petra

      Today we explore the ancient Rose City of Petra. Our guided walk will take in the highlights including the majestic Treasury - an ancient Nabatean tomb. Marvel at the giant amphitheatre, which once held a capacity of 7,000. After the tour you may wish to climb the steep steps to the Monastery for amazing panoramic views, or haggle for a horse and chariot ride. This evening is at leisure - why not join our Petra Kitchen add-on and learn how to cook delicious Jordanian cuisine? A local chef will show you how to create dishes including baba ghanoush and hoummous, before you sit down and enjoy your feast.

  • Day 10 Day 11: Wadi Rum
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Wadi Rum

      Petra - Wadi Rum. This morning there is time to revisit Petra, before we travel to the wild desert of Wadi Rum. Enjoy an SUV safari experience through this silent red landscape to our Bedouin desert camp. Here we enjoy a traditional Jordanian dinner and settle down to sleep in comfortable tents, away from the lights and noise of civilization.

  • Day 11 Day 12: Crusader Castles, Wadi Mujib & The Dead Sea
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Crusader Castles, Wadi Mujib & The Dead Sea

      Wadi Rum - Shobak - Wadi Mujib - Dead Sea. We leave the desert today and head to the imposing hill-top fortification of Shobak Castle, built by the Crusader King Baldwin I in 1115. After exploring this site, we continue to the shore of the Dead Sea, more than 400 metres below sea level. April - October departures will enjoy a trek to Wadi Mujib before we descend to the Dead Sea. The Wadi Mujib canyon is one of Jordanโ€™s most remarkable natural features and you should prepare to get wet as we travel along the Siq Trail.

  • Day 12 Day 13: Dead Sea Free Time
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Dead Sea Free Time

      Today is free to relax on the Dead Sea as you please. Enjoy bobbing in the mineral-rich waters, where the high salt content will keep you afloat. There is also an optional excursion to the Maโ€™in hot springs this afternoon.

  • Day 13 Day 14: Dead Sea To Amman Airport
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Dead Sea To Amman Airport

      Saturday. Dead Sea - Amman. Our tour comes to an end today with a departure transfer to the airport. These transfers are offered at 23:00 on the evening of day 13 or at 04:00, 07:00, 09:00, 12:00 and 16:00 today. If you have extra time and wish to head back to Amman, why not book our 2 day end in Amman add on? Perfect for those who wish to spend more time in Jordanโ€™s ancient capital, Amman.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 15 / Max: 80

Minors from 15 to 17 years must be accompanied by an adult.

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