Egypt & Jordan Discovered
Egypt & Jordan Discovered by
Felucca
15 days Cairo to Cairo
Tour type: Group
Introduction
Discovery of two of the
most impressive countries in the Middle East in 15 days.
A journey which should be not missed!
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 Welcome to Cairo
The city of the mysterious pyramids and pharaohs, tombs and temples and more than 6000 years of history. Arrival transfer from the airport to our hotel in Cairo. In the evening our tour leader will meet us to brief about the next days of your journey.
Day 2 Cairo
Today we will first visit the Giza Plateau to explore the world famous pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mycrenos. In the afternoon we will head our way to Sakkara, the first capital of ancient Egypt, famous for its step pyramid built by King Zoser in 2700 B.C. In the evening we’ll board the overnight train to Aswan.
Day 3 Aswan
Our day will start with the discovery of the High Dam before visiting the Philae Temple - dedicated to the Goddess Isis - and the unfinished Obelisk.
Day 4 Aswan, Felucca Cruise
Today we’ll board our traditional Felucca to start our cruise on Nile. We’ll first visit the Elephantine and Kitchener Islands and continue our way down to north. Overnight stay on Felucca including all meals.
Day 5 Felucca Cruise
Today we’ll sail all day long on Nile and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of one of the greatest rivers on the earth.
Day 6 Felucca Cruise, Komombo, Edfu, Luxor
After breakfast we will head our way to the Komombo Temple which was built during the Ptolemaic and Roman periods. The temple is dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and god Horus. Then we’ll continue to Edfu to visit the largest and best preserved temple in Egypt. The temple is dedicated to the falcon god Horus and was built over a 180-year period from 237 BC to 57 BC. Then we’ll head our way to Luxor. After cheking into our hotel, we’ll depart to visit the temple of Luxor on the East Bank of the Nile which was dedicated to the great god Amun, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu (the mood god) - together representing the Theban triad. The temple was built on the site of a probable smaller structure for the god Amun, while the earliest parts of the temple seen today date from the 14th century BC and the time of Amenhotep III.
Day 7 Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Dahab
After breakfast we’ll depart for the West Bank of the Nile where our donkeys are waiting to take us into the Valley of the Kings through quiet roads with lovely views of the Nile. After the donkey ride, we’ll start our discovery with this magnificent sight, “the city of the Dead”, where magnificent tombs were carved into the desert rocks, decorated richly, and filled with treasures for the afterlife of the Pharaohs. Rising out of the desert plain in a series of terraces, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut will be our next stop. In the eveningwe’ll board our overnight coach to Dahab, the activity and leisure centre of Egypt.
Day 8, 9 and 10 Dahab
Three more days to savour the sun, sand, sea and to enjoy the activities available in Dahab : windsurfing, sailing, deep-sea fishing, swimming, but above all, snorkelling and diving. Jeep and camel safaris are also available in this charming Red Sea resort.
Day 11 Nuweiba/Taba, Aqaba, Wadi Rum
Depart for Nuweiba or Taba to board the speed ferry to Aqaba, the Jordan’s window to the sea. After checking into our desert camp in Wadi Rum, we’ll join a 2 hour’s Jeep safari in the desert. This evening we’ll also enjoy a Jordanian local dinner in Wadi Rum. After chilling out by the desert fire and sharing our experiences with our travel mates under a starry sky, we’ll stay overnight in our desert camp.
Day 12 Wadi Rum, Petra
After breakfast we’ll depart for a full day tour in the Red Rose City Petra. We’ll join an unforgettable trip on horse back till the siq and then by foot till we reach the Treasury. Our local guide will provide us with a brief history of the city, which is the greates attractions in the Middle East. We’ll also visit the Pharaoh's Castle, the Triumphal arch and the Amphitheater. Overnight stay in Petra.
Day 13 Petra, Kerak, Dead Sea, Amman
Today we’ll first head our way to Kerak to visit the impressive Karak Castle, which was built in the 12th century, then we’ll drive to the lowest point on earth, Dead Sea for floating on the salty water. After the orientation tour in Amman, we’ll check into our hotel.
Day 14 Amman, Aqaba, Nuweiba/Taba, Cairo
Early in the morning drive back to Aqaba to board our ferry to Egypt. Overnight stay in Cairo.
Day 15 Cairo
End of the tour.
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