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Temples, Tombs, Treasury

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 Trip Length
14 Days
 Trip Starts
Cairo
 Trip Finishes
Amman
14 Day Temples, Tombs, Treasury Itinerary (On The Go Tours)
Countries Explored: Egypt, Jordan
Departures
Accommodation
3 - 4 Star
Max. Group Size
24
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
TTT

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on On The Go Tours 14 Day Temples, Tombs, Treasury. Experience the best of Egypt and Jordan on this 14 day adventure. Discover a treasure chest of ancient sites including the legendary Pyramids of Giza, the Valley of the Kings and the mysterious city of Petra, with beach time by the Red Sea, floating in the Dead Sea and a night in a desert Bedouin camp!

Itinerary

Welcome to Egypt! On arrival at the airport you'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.

Discover Egypt's most famous attraction today as we visit the Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Sphinx. Explore these ancient tombs and there'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. (B)

Today we'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 Mummies' Hall, where the mummies of ancient Egyptian kings and queens are on now display. Strolling through this incredible hall we'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 there'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 we'll visit the Egyptian Museum instead. (B)

We arrive in Luxor this morning and drive to Dendera, one of Egypt'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 there's an optional visit to Luxor Temple this evening. After dark, the temple is beautifully illuminated by hundreds of lights. (B)

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. (B)

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. (B)

Today we'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 Hurghada's restaurants and vibrant nightlife. (Bx2)

Today we say goodbye to Egypt and fly to Amman via Cairo. On arrival we'll drive to Petra for an evening at leisure, or you may wish to book our 'Petra By Night' 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. (B)

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. (B)

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. (B/D)

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 Jordan's most remarkable natural features and you should prepare to get wet as we travel along the Siq Trail. (B)

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 Ma'in hot springs this afternoon. (B)

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 Jordan's ancient capital, Amman. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Petra - Discover this spectacular UNESCO-listed Nabataean city, which is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World
  • Cairo - Marvel at the legendary Pyramids of Giza, explore the Necropolis of Saqqara and see King Tut's treasures at the Grand Egyptian Museum
  • Luxor - Roam around the colossal Temple of Karnak and take an optional tour of the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple at night
  • Luxor West Bank - Discover exquisite tombs at the Valley of the Kings, see the towering Colossi of Memnon and explore the beautiful Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
  • Dendera - Explore the beautifully preserved Temple of Hathor, with its exquisitely decorated ceiling
  • Hurghada - Relax at the Red Sea, swim and opt to snorkel or scuba dive in the clear coastal waters
  • Wadi Rum - Explore this vast red desert with its rolling dunes and dramatic rock formations in a 4x4 and camp under a blanket of stars
  • The Dead Sea - Spend a night at the Dead Sea, float in the famously buoyant, mineral-rich waters and smother yourself in Dead Sea mud
  • Shobak - Visit Shobak Crusader Castle, perched dramatically on a hill top
  • Wadi Mujib - Trek the Siq Trail and go canyoning in the lowest nature reserve in the world (seasonal - included on departures Apr to Oct)

  • Breakfast daily, 1 lunch and 1 dinner
  • 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
  • Touring - Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Luxor, Dendera, Hurghada, Petra and Shobak
  • Hurghada Red Sea stay and Jordan Dead Sea stay
  • Wadi Rum 4x4 desert safari and dinner
  • Services of an Egyptian tour guide degree qualified in Egyptology and licensed Jordanian guide throughout Jordan
  • All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

  • 8 nights 4-5 star hotels in Egypt, 3 nights 4 star hotels in Jordan, 1 night deluxe desert camp in Wadi Rum
  • 1 overnight train from Cairo to Luxor (Private 2 berth sleeper cabin)
  • Radisson Blu Hotel (Cairo)
  • Holiday Inn Cairo Maadi (Cairo)
  • Sleeper Train (Cairo)
  • Steigenberger Nile Palace (Luxor)
  • Sonesta St. George Hotel (Luxor)
  • Swiss Inn Resort Hurghada (Hurghada)
  • Old Village Resort (Petra)
  • Petra Moon Hotel (Petra)
  • Desert Seasons Camp (Wadi Rum)
  • Sharah Camp (Wadi Rum)
  • Holiday Inn Resort (Dead Sea)

  • International flight between Hurghada and Amman via Cairo is not included and needs to be booked separately by the traveller - refer to the Trip Notes, on day 9 for details
  • Excludes International flights and visas (see Trip Notes for further information about visas)
  • Excludes 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
  • Excludes Entrance Fees: USD$210-230pp, paid in local currency
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