Itinerary
- Day 1
Cairo
You'll arrive in Cairo and get settled at your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to do what you'd like, or if you're interested, there's an optional Backstreets of Cairo tour that takes you through the city's quieter corners including Tahrir Square and other lesser-known spots.
- Start point
- Cairo, Al Qahirah, Egypt (airport)
Optional Activities
- Backstreets of Cairo tour visiting Tahrir Square and lesser known highlights
- Alexandria Day Trip
- Pre or post tour accommodation extensions
Landmarks Tahrir Square - Day 2
Giza - Saqqara
Head out to the Giza Plateau to see the Pyramids and the Sphinx, then drive south to Saqqara where you'll walk through the necropolis and see Djoser's Step Pyramid. There's also a stop at a government supervised papyrus shop where you can pick up souvenirs if you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of the Pyramids of Giza
- Visit to the Sphinx
- Stop at government supervised papyrus emporium
- Exploration of Saqqara necropolis
- Visit to Djoser's Step Pyramid
Landmarks Pyramids of Giza Great Sphinx of Giza Saqqara Djoser's Step Pyramid 
- Day 3
Cairo to Aswan
This morning you'll spend time at the Grand Egyptian Museum looking at artifacts from ancient Egypt, including items from King Tutankhamun's tomb. After that, head to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo to see more collections. In the evening, you'll board an overnight sleeper train heading south to Aswan.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza
- Visit to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo
- Viewing of mummies of Yuya and Thuyu
- Overnight sleeper train Cairo to Aswan (Private 2 berth sleeper cabin)
Landmarks Grand Egyptian Museum Egyptian Museum - Day 4
Aswan
You'll arrive in Aswan and take a boat out to Philae Temple on Agilika Island, which was built for the goddess Isis. There's a stop at a perfume oil shop, then you'll check in to your 5-star Nile cruiser. The rest of the afternoon and evening are free to walk around local souks and markets on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Boat trip to Agilika Island
- Visit to Philae Temple
- Visit to perfume oil emporium
- Check-in aboard 5-star Nile Cruiser
Optional Activities
- Shopping in Aswan souks and markets
Landmarks Philae Temple Agilika Island 
- Day 5
Aswan to Kom Ombo
There's an optional early morning drive to Abu Simbel to see King Ramses II's rock-cut temple if you want to go. You'll return to the cruiser and spend the afternoon sailing toward Kom Ombo, where you'll visit its temple before continuing down the Nile.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise the River Nile to Kom Ombo
- Visit to Kom Ombo temple
Optional Activities
- Early morning drive to Abu Simbel temple of King Ramses II
Landmarks Abu Simbel Kom Ombo Temple - Day 6
Kom Ombo to Luxor
As your Nile cruiser heads toward Luxor, you can relax on deck and swim in the pool. You'll arrive in Luxor this afternoon with free time to walk around the city before your final night on the boat.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise the River Nile to Luxor
- Access to Nile Cruiser facilities including pool
Landmarks Valley of the Kings Temple of Karnak 
- Day 7
Luxor
You'll leave the cruiser and check into your 5-star hotel in Luxor. The whole day is free for you to rest or explore the city at your own pace. In the evening, there's an optional tour to see the Temple of Luxor all lit up at night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Check-in at 5-star Luxor hotel
Optional Activities
- Visit to Temple of Luxor illuminated at night (book/pay locally)
Landmarks Temple of Luxor 
- Day 8
West Bank
Cross to the West Bank of the Nile to visit the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon (which once belonged to the Temple of Amenophis III), the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Temple of Karnak with its rows of stone papyrus columns. You'll have free time in the evening back in Luxor.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit to Valley of the Kings and tombs
- Visit to Colossi of Memnon
- Exploration of Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Visit to Temple of Karnak
Landmarks Valley of the Kings Colossi of Memnon Temple of Queen Hatshepsut Temple of Karnak 
- Days 9 - 10
Hurghada
Your second day in Hurghada stays flexible. Hang out at the resort, walk around town, or book one of the water activities. The optional Giftun Island trip gives you the chance to get out on the water for snorkeling and swimming, or you could try scuba diving or windsurfing instead.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Day trip to Giftun Island for swimming and snorkelling (book locally)
- Windsurfing
- Yachting
- Deep-sea fishing
- Scuba diving
- Snorkelling
Landmarks Giftun Island 
- Day 11
Hurghada to Petra
You'll fly from Hurghada to Amman with a stop in Cairo, then drive to Petra where you'll have the evening to settle in. If you're interested, there's an optional Petra by Night tour with candlelight that you can book once you arrive in town.
Optional Activities
- Petra by Night excursion - candlelight stroll through Petra's Siq (approximately USD$25)
Landmarks Petra 
- Day 12
Petra
Your guide will take you through the Siq, that narrow canyon passage, which opens up to the Treasury carved into the rock face. From there you'll walk through Nabatean tombs, Roman streets, temples, and see the amphitheatre. After the tour ends, you can either explore more on your own or hike up to the Monastery for good views. There's also an optional cooking class at Petra Kitchen if you want to try local food.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walk through Petra's Siq
- Visit to the Treasury
- Exploration of ancient Nabatean tombs and temples
- Visit to Roman amphitheatre
Optional Activities
- Hiking to the Monastery
- Petra Kitchen cooking class and meal add-on
Landmarks Petra Treasury Petra Siq Petra Monastery 
- Day 13
Petra to Wadi Rum
If you want another look at Petra, there's an option to return via the lesser-known Al Madras route. Later you'll head to Wadi Rum to see those dramatic red rock formations. You'll go on a 4x4 safari through the desert and have Bedouin dinner at a camp, staying overnight either under the stars or in tents.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Bedouin dinner at desert camp)
Included Activities
- 4x4 desert safari in Wadi Rum
- Bedouin dinner at desert camp
- Overnight stay in Wadi Rum desert camp
Optional Activities
- Revisit Petra via Al Madras secret road
Landmarks Wadi Rum 
- Day 14
Wadi Rum to Dead Sea
After breakfast at the camp, you'll head north to Shobak Castle sitting high on a hill, then descend to the Dead Sea, Earth's lowest point. You'll float in the salty water and coat yourself with black mud. If you're going April through October, there's a moderate 2-hour trek through Wadi Mujib Siq, a canyon with water running through it and optional swimming.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast at desert campsite
- Visit to Shobak Castle
- Access to Dead Sea for floating and mud treatment
- Trek along Wadi Mujib Siq (April-October departures)
Optional Activities
- Partial Wadi Mujib trek or wait at Visitor Centre
Landmarks Shobak Castle Dead Sea Wadi Mujib 
- Day 15
Dead Sea
You'll spend the full day at the Dead Sea floating in the buoyant mineral waters and doing mud treatments. There's an optional visit to Ma'in Hot Springs if you'd like, a place with historical significance tied to Christian tradition and baptism.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Free time at Dead Sea for floating and mud baths
Optional Activities
- Visit to Ma'in Hot Springs - site of believed baptism of Jesus Christ (book locally)
Landmarks Dead Sea Ma'in Hot Springs 
- Day 16
Dead Sea to Amman
Your tour ends with a transfer to Amman Airport. You can choose from several departure times: 23:00 the evening before, 04:00, 07:00, 09:00, 12:00, or 16:00. Other times and arrangements with hotel stays after the tour cost extra. You can also add on a 2-day extension in Amman if you'd like more time.
- End point
- Amman, Jordan (Airport, 04:00 - 16:00)
Optional Activities
- 2-day end in Amman add-on
