Itinerary
- Day 1
Cairo
You're arriving in Cairo, and if you get there early, there's time to walk through the famous bazaars, check out Dr Ragab's Pharaonic Village, or grab a sahlab drink to cool off. The official welcome meeting starts at 6 pm, followed by dinner with your group where you'll try koshari, a vegetarian Egyptian dish. After that, you're free to explore Cairo's nightlife and get to know the other travelers.
Optional Activities
- Explore Khan Al-Khalili bazaar
- Visit Dr Ragab's Pharaonic Village
- Explore Cairo's nightlife
- Day 2
Cairo
After breakfast, you'll head to the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. You'll have time to walk around, get close-up views, and take photos with Cairo in the background. The afternoon is yours to visit the Egyptian Museum, see the Valley Temple of King Khafre, or do your own thing. Later, you'll board an overnight sleeper train headed to Aswan.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx
- Overnight sleeper train to Aswan
Optional Activities
- Visit the Egyptian Museum (minimum 2 people) - USD50
- Visit the Valley Temple of King Khafre
- Visit the 3rd Pyramid of Menkawre (entrance fee) - EGP280
- Visit the Great Pyramid of Cheops (entrance fee) - EGP1000
- Visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization & The Royal Mummy Room (entrance fee) - EGP550
- Saqqara and Memphis Afternoon Tour - USD49
- Sufi Dance Khan al-Khalili (entrance fee) - EGP180
- Coptic Museum (entrance fee) - EGP280
- Islamic Art Museum (entrance fee) - EGP340
- The Citadel (entrance fee) - EGP550
- Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids Tour (minimum 2 people) - USD55
- Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids (entrance fee) - USD20
Landmarks Great Pyramids of Giza Sphinx Egyptian Museum Valley Temple of King Khafre 
- Day 3
Aswan
Your leader takes you through the bazaar in the morning, showing you the oil and perfume merchants and sharing Egypt's aromatic traditions. In the afternoon, you'll paddle a kayak along the Nile and see the historic waters from the water. Later, there's an option to visit a Nubian village for dinner with a local family if you're interested.
Included Activities
- Orientation walk & bazaar visit in Aswan
- Kayaking on the Nile
Optional Activities
- Philae Temple Complex tour (entrance fee) - EGP550
- Temple of Isis visit
- Nubian Village Visit and Dinner (minimum 4 people) - USD20
- Philae Temple Tour (minimum 2 people) - USD40
- Philae Temple Sound & Light Show Tour (minimum 2 people) (entrance, guide & transport) - USD55
- Philae Temple Sound and Light Show (entrance fee, minimum 2 people) - USD20
- Philae Temple, High Dam and Unfinished Obelisk Tour (minimum 2 people) - USD65
- Unfinished Obelisk (entrance fee) - EGP220
- Nubian Museum (entrance fee) - EGP400
Landmarks Philae Temple Complex Temple of Isis 
- Day 4
Aswan
The morning in Aswan is relaxed and yours to use as you like. There's an optional very early trip to Abu Simbel, the historic temple carved into a rock cliff built for Pharaoh Ramses II. Renting a minivan with other travelers is the cheapest way to go, about 3 hours each way, and you'll want at least 2 hours at the site. The evening is free for dinner and drinks around town.
Optional Activities
- Abu Simbel Tour (minimum 4 people) - USD110
- Abu Simbel by Air - subject to availability (Per Person) - USD450
Landmarks Abu Simbel - Day 5
Nile River
Spend the morning relaxing in Aswan to recharge. Late afternoon, you'll board a traditional felucca, a sailing boat that feels like a floating tent, for an overnight journey on the Nile. You can read, play cards, or join a beach party under the stars if the group's up for it. You'll drift to sleep with the gentle motion of the boat and constellations above.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner and Music on the Felucca)
Included Activities
- Overnight felucca sailing trip on the Nile
- Dinner and Music Felucca
- Day 6
Nile to Luxor
After disembarking the felucca this morning, you'll head to a hotel for a freshwater shower. On the way to Luxor, you can optionally stop at the Temple of Edfu to learn about the Hellenistic period. Once in Luxor, you'll wander this open-air museum at your own pace. Karnak Temple is a great first stop to understand life over 3,000 years ago. Tonight, try local dishes like fiteer baladi or shawarma.
Optional Activities
- Visit Temple of Edfu (entrance fee) - EGP550
- Visit Karnak Temple (entrance fee) - EGP600
- Karnak Temple Sound and Light Show (minimum 2 people) (entrance, guide & transport) - USD45
Landmarks Temple of Edfu Karnak Temple 
- Day 7
West Bank
You'll travel to the West Bank this morning and explore three burial tombs in the Valley of the Kings, including an optional visit to Tutankhamun's tomb. Next, you'll see the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. There's also a stop at ACE, an Intrepid Foundation partner providing free veterinary care for working animals. If you have energy left, you can optionally visit Hatshepsut's tomb or Luxor Temple before boarding an overnight train to Cairo.
Included Activities
- Valley of the Kings (entrance to 3 tombs)
- Animal Care in Egypt (The Intrepid Foundation Partner) visit
Optional Activities
- Tomb of Tutankhamun (entrance fee) - EGP700
- Hatshepsut Temple (entrance fee) - EGP440
- Luxor Temple (entrance fee) - EGP500
- Luxor Museum (entrance fee) - EGP400
- Dinner with a local family (minimum 2 people) - USD25
- Hot Air Balloon over the Valley of the Kings (Per Person) - USD120
Landmarks Valley of the Kings Colossi of Memnon Tomb of Tutankhamun Hatshepsut Temple Luxor Temple - Day 8
Cairo
You'll arrive in Cairo this morning and head to your hotel to drop your bags and freshen up. Then you'll jump on the Metro with your leader to Bab al-Futuh, one of three remaining gates from the Old City. After walking past ancient Islamic monuments, you'll haggle at Khan Al-Khalili bazaar, then relax at El Fishawy, a 240-year-old cafe for tea or cold water with mint. The evening is yours for a farewell dinner or nightlife with your group.
Included Activities
- Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar visit
Landmarks Bab al-Futuh Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar El Fishawy Café - Day 9
Cairo to Amman
You're flying to Amman, Jordan's capital, and have free time until the group meeting at 6 pm. Head to Rainbow Street for falafel and shisha like the locals do. If you prefer cultural activities, visit the Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts, get photos from the Temple of Hercules, or try a hammam. Your leader will know the best bars on Rainbow Street after the meeting.
Optional Activities
- Explore Rainbow Street
- Visit Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts
- Visit Temple of Hercules
- Experience a hammam
Landmarks Temple of Hercules Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts 
- Day 10
Amman - Wadi Rum
Start this morning with a guided walk through Amman's central areas, taking in the hilltop Citadel and the Roman Theatre. You'll have time to browse local nut shops and wander through the souqs if you're interested. After that, head to the Royal Automobile Museum to see King Husseini's private vehicle collection. Once you've grabbed lunch, the drive to Wadi Rum takes a few hours. When you arrive, your Bedouin hosts will greet you with mint tea and show you around. Dinner happens in the evening at the camp, and then you'll settle in for the night in traditional Bedouin-style tents. Sleeping under the stars here is something special, with minimal light pollution making the night sky really clear.
- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional Bedouin cuisine)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Amman
- Visit Citadel
- Visit Roman Theatre
- Visit Royal Automobile Museum
- Bedouin Desert Camp stay
- Traditional Bedouin dinner
Optional Activities
- King Abdullah I Mosque visit - JOD2 entrance fee
- Jordan Archaeological Museum - JOD3 entrance fee
Landmarks Citadel Roman Theatre Royal Automobile Museum Wadi Rum 
- Day 11
Wadi Rum
You'll wake early to catch the sunrise over Wadi Rum's dramatic landscape. Then you're off in a 4WD jeep across the desert terrain, driving past Lawrence Spring with its freshwater spring and views. You'll stop at Lawrence House, supposedly where Lawrence of Arabia lived, then continue to one of the largest sand dunes and explore famous rock bridges. The landscape looks like it's from Hollywood films. You'll return to camp in the afternoon for a second night with your Bedouin hosts.
Included Activities
- 4WD jeep safari in Wadi Rum
Landmarks Lawrence Spring Lawrence House - Day 12
Wadi Rum to Petra
You're leaving Wadi Rum and heading to Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. You have two full days here, so take your time. A guided tour will cover thousands of years of history and filming locations. You'll walk through the narrow siq, a crack in the mountain, to reach Petra's tombs, temples, and rock-hewn amphitheatre. Ask your leader about hiking trails for different views of the 'rose-red city.' The cave bar is great for relaxing after exploring.
Included Activities
- Leader-led tour of Petra
- Petra Two-Day Pass
Optional Activities
- Petra By Night - JOD17
- Little Petra - Free
- Hiking trails in Petra
Landmarks Petra 
- Day 13
Petra
Another day at Petra on your own schedule. Walk the road to Al Khanzneh, the Treasury, one of the most impressive structures. If you skipped it yesterday, climb the stairs to El Dier, the Monastery, for great views from above. You could also hike to the royal tombs or visit the Byzantine mosaics. Your leader can recommend activities based on what interests you most.
Optional Activities
- Visit Al Khanzneh (the Treasury)
- Visit El Dier (the Monastery)
- Hike to royal tombs
- Visit Byzantine mosaics
- Petra By Night - JOD17
- Little Petra - Free
Landmarks Al Khanzneh (the Treasury) El Dier (the Monastery) - Day 14
Petra to Madaba
After breakfast, you'll drive down the King's Highway toward Madaba, stopping at the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth. You can swim or float in the salty water, and the mud has healing properties if you're sore from Petra. Then you'll head to Mt Nebo to view the Promised Land like Moses did. In Madaba, the 'city of mosaics,' your leader will give an orientation walk. Visit St Georges Church to see the intricate mosaic map of the Holy Land. The evening is free for local restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Dead Sea visit and swim
- St Georges Church visit
Optional Activities
- Mt Nebo visit (Entrance fee) - JOD3
Landmarks Dead Sea Mt Nebo St Georges Church - Day 15
Madaba
Your Jordan adventure ends in Madaba after breakfast. There's plenty more to see in both Madaba and Amman if you want to extend your stay. Contact your booking agent beforehand if you're interested in adding pre or post trip accommodation.
- Meals
- Breakfast
