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Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 16 Day Jordan and Egypt: Ancient Ruins, Desert Dunes & Iconic Wonders. Get ready for an epic 16-day journey through the cultural and historical wonders of Jordan and Egypt, perfect for budget-savvy travellers. Start with Jordanian hospitality at a local family's home near Amman, then explore the legendary stone city of Petra and camp under the starry skies of Wadi Rum. Float in the soothing waters of the Dead Sea before heading to Egypt for a felucca cruise down the Nile, and prepare to be awestruck by the majestic Pyramids. You’ll also experience read more a Bedouin camp, share a traditional meal in a Nubian village, and turn those travel dreams into unforgettable memories in two bucket-list destinations.
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US$2,327 per person
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Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
18-to-Thirtysomethings
Budget
Affordable
Age Range
18-39 Years
Max. Group Size
16
Pace
Leisurely
Guide Style
Fully Guided
Tour Code
DJAC
Itinerary
Arrive at any time. After a brief welcome meeting at the hotel connect with new friends on an optional group dinner in Amman, or explore on your own before the adventure begins. Stay: Nomads Hotel Amman
It’s all about Amman’s culture and food today in an immersive experience of the must-see sites and best food in the city. After breakfast, visit the King Abdullah Mosque, then follow that up with visits to the Citadel and Roman Amphitheater before travelling to the local favorite hillside town of As Salt. Here, embark on a 2-hour food tour where you will experience first-hand typical Jordanian hospitality while sampling, and learning about a smattering of regional dishes earning you a memorable taste of As Salt’s rich culinary traditions. The remainder of the afternoon and evening will be free in Amman to do as you please. Stay: Nomads Hotel Amman (B/L)
Leave Amman in the morning and travel to the remarkably well-preserved Roman archaeological site of Jerash. Enjoy a 3-hour guided tour of the site and learn more about the history of this architectural marvel as you walk through the various public squares and plazas. Continue onwards to Petra where you will have free time to get settled in before dinner on your own. Stay: Nomads Petra hotel (B)
Today the group will hike from Little Petra along the ancient backdoor trail to the iconic masterpiece of Petra. The trail comes out near the Monastery where you can enjoy a boxed lunch overlooking the image most people come to Jordan searching for. Drive back to the hotel and have a free rest of the day to explore on your own or relax on the rooftop as the sun goes down past the horizon. Stay: Nomads Petra hotel (B/L)
You’re in for an unforgettable experience on a sunrise visit to Petra to witness this famous archaeological site as the morning light crests over the sandstone cliffs. Travel back to the hotel for breakfast and then depart for the ‘Valley of the Moon’ or more commonly known as Wadi Rum. Upon arrival hop on a 4x4 and ride deep into the natural beauty and unique landscape of red sand dunes to reach your private camp amid the dunes. Take some time to get settled here and have a group dinner at camp before a walking tour for some stargazing in a sky with very little light pollution. An epic day for sure! Stay: Harb Eco Camp (B/D)
After breakfast leave the solitude of the desert for a more lively time in Aqaba on the Red Sea. Upon arrival, the day is yours to do as you please. Choose to book a boat ride with lunch and snorkelling in the marine-rich waters of the Dead Sea, or stay on land and peruse the Marina Village, or the Aqaba Local Market. Dinner this evening is on your own. Stay: My Luxury Hotel Aqaba (B)
Get out there and fully immerse yourself in the fun experiences Aqaba has to offer its visitors. Choose to purchase a full-day beach club pass which includes lunch and will let you be as relaxed as can be on the sand, the whole day belongs to you. You can also visit the sites in town that you didn’t get a chance to check out yesterday. Dinner is wherever you please, but a nearby restaurant with some live music and a fun local crowd sounds like a good idea! Stay: My Luxury Hotel Aqaba (B)
Leave Aqaba and the Red Sea behind today and travel to Madaba and the salty waters of the Dead Sea. Along the way make a stop for a traditional Jordanian meal at the G Adventures-supported Al Safi Kitchen working to create a sustainable future for community members near the Dead Sea. Then, it’s the moment many have been waiting for, a soak and float in the healing waters of the sea. Search for salt chunks bobbing nearby and rub the medicinal mud on your skin. Visit St George Church next, where you will see some of the finest Byzantine mosaics in the world. Spend a free evening in Madaba before an optional dinner with the group Stay: Rumman Hotel Madaba (B/L)
Transfer from Madaba to Amman in the morning and catch a flight to Cairo for the next leg of this epic adventure. Spend a free evening in the city and attend an optional group dinner. Stay: Pharaohs Hotel Cairo
For lunch, why not go local with a couple of falafel sandwiches, or take the chance to find out what kushari tastes like? In the evening, board an overnight train to Aswan. The overnight train is a modern air-conditioned sleeper, with twin-berth beds. There is no shower in the cabin, but each cabin does have a sink. The shared toilet is at the end of each carriage. A basic airline-style tray meal for dinner and breakfast is included. Attendants can serve drinks in your compartment at extra cost or there is a bar car for socializing. (B/D)
Our train is due to arrive in Aswan early in the morning, but, trains can often be delayed. Stay: Obelisk Hotel Aswan (B/D)
Spend another day exploring Aswan. Opt to visit one of the most fascinating sights in the area, the Temple of Abu Simbel. Or continue exploring the city to learn more about Aswan's local people. In the evening choose to book the Philae Temple Sound and Light Show. Stay: Obelisk Hotel Aswan (B)
Feluccas are very basic traditional Nile sailboats and make for an extremely relaxing and enjoyable way to travel down the river. Stay: Susanna Hotel Luxor (B/L/D)
Enjoy a full free day to explore Luxor. Opt to set off on a guided visit to the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank of Luxor excursion. Or choose to discover the city at your own pace, by wandering through the local bazaars or visiting a museum—the choice is yours! Stay: Susanna Hotel Luxor (B)
In the evening, board an overnight train back to Cairo. The overnight train is a modern air-conditioned sleeper, with twin-berth beds. There is no shower in the cabin, but each cabin does have a sink. The shared toilet is at the end of each carriage. A basic airline-style tray meal for dinner and breakfast is included. Attendants can serve drinks in your compartment at extra cost or there is a bar car for socializing. (B/D)
Tour ends upon arrival. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Experience a taste of As-Salt’s rich culinary traditions on food tour throughout the city and sit down for tea in a local home.
- See the unique and charming Little Petra before hiking along the back door trail to its famous big neighbour.
- Stay in a private tented desert camp in Wadi Rum arriving by 4x4.
- Float blissfully in the buoyant waters of the Dead Sea.
- Explore ancient temples and monuments.
- Journey down the Nile on a felucca.
- Visit a Nubian village.
- Your G for Good Moment: Al Safi Community Lunch, Jordan Valley
- Your G for Good Moment: Funtasia Project Visit, Luxor
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
- Your Foodie Moment: As-Salt Food Tour, As Salţ
- Your Big Night Out Moment: Aqaba
- Your Local Living Moment: Boat ride to Nubian Village with Traditional Meal, Aswān
- Your Discover Moment: Aswān
- Amman Citadel, Mosque and Amphitheatre Visit
- Jerash Guided Visit
- Little Petra and hike to Petra with guided visit
- Sunrise visit to Petra
- 4x4 Wadi Rum Desert Trip
- Night Walk in Wadi Rum
- Dead Sea Visit
- Madaba Mosaics
- Guided tour of the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
- Orientation walk through Cairo's Khan el-Khalili bazaar
- Free time in Aswan
- Felucca Sailing Excursion
- Kom Ombo Temple visit
- Cycle and Funtasia Project visit
- Free time in Madaba, Aqaba, Amman, Cairo, and Luxor
- Internal flight between Amman and Cairo
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Hotels (12 Nights, twin-share), Desert Tented Camp (1 Night), Overnight sleeper-train (2 Nights)
- In Egypt, you can expect to stay in clean and locally-run, but very simple accommodations in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights. Rooms will have an en suite bathroom, air conditioning, and basic breakfast will be provided.
- Please be advised that where we use multi-share accommodations, rooming requests of any kind cannot be taken.
- The accommodation is clean and centrally located but very simple. Your room will have an en suite bathroom, air conditioning and a basic breakfast will be provided. For private accommodation please see tours in our Classic Travel Style.
- In Jordan, you can expect to stay in small local hotels or pensions (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are locally-run and in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights.
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, & in Egypt a Certified Egyptologist as CEO
- 14 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners
- Private air-conditioned van, train, felucca, walking, 4x4
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
Operator
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Built for young travellers ready to break free from the everyday grind, these trips bring together a safe and supportive group of like-minded people in their twenties and early thirties.
Connect on the First Night Out, explore with a Chief Experience Officer (CEO), enjoy free time, and celebrate unforgettable moments with new friends - without breaking the bank. Travel confidently, respectfully, and affordably.
Dates & Pricing
USD
Saturday
28 Feb 2026
28 Feb 26
Amman
Sunday
15 Mar 2026
15 Mar 26
Cairo
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$2,629
Twin Share (Per Personpp)
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Note
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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