Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival
You'll arrive at the airport and staff will help arrange your transfer to the hotel. Once you get settled in, take time to rest and prepare for what's coming next.
- Day 2
Bethlehem
After breakfast, head to the Museum of Israel in Jerusalem's New City to see the Dead Sea Scrolls and check out a model of ancient Jerusalem. From there, walk toward the Hebrew University and then on to Ein Karem to visit the Shrine of Saint John the Baptist. Later in the day, you'll go to Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum and Memorial before crossing into Bethlehem with a Palestinian guide. See the Church of the Nativity and Shepherds' Field, then return to Jerusalem by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Museum of Israel - Shrine of the Book with Dead Sea Scrolls display
- Visit to model of Jerusalem at the time of Jesus
- Walk through Hebrew University of Jerusalem
- Visit to Shrine of Saint John the Baptist in Ein Karem
- Visit to Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum and Memorial
- Visit to Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem
- Visit to Grotto of the Manger
- Visit to Shepherds' Field in Bethlehem
Landmarks/POIs Museum of Israel - Shrine of the Book Hebrew University of Jerusalem Shrine of Saint John the Baptist Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum and Memorial Church of the Nativity Grotto of the Manger Shepherds' Field - Day 3
Jerusalem
Start the day exploring the Old City of Jerusalem, heading up Mount Scopus for views over the Holy City. Continue to Gethsemane and the Basilica of the Agony, then make your way to the Western Wall. Walk the Via Dolorosa through to Calvary and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Finish at Mount Zion to see the Tomb of King David, the Cenacle, and the Abbey of the Dormition.
Included Activities
- Excursion to Mount Scopus and Mount of Olives viewpoint
- Visit to Gethsemane and Basilica of the Agony
- Visit to Western Wall (Wailing Wall)
- Walk the Via Dolorosa to Calvary
- Visit to Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- Visit to Mount Zion - Tomb of King David
- Visit to Cenacle (Hall of the Last Supper)
- Visit to Abbey of the Dormition
Landmarks/POIs Mount Scopus Mount of Olives Gethsemane Basilica of the Agony Western Wall (Wailing Wall) Via Dolorosa Church of the Holy Sepulchre Mount Zion Tomb of King David Cenacle (Hall of the Last Supper) Abbey of the Dormition - Day 4
Jerusalem to Amman
Leave early for Sheik Hussein Bridge at the Israel-Jordan border and handle border formalities. Once across, explore the Fortress of Ajlun, a 12th-century castle, and the Church of Saint Sergius. Visit the Roman archaeological site at Jerash with its well-preserved ruins before heading to Amman for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit to Fortress of Ajlun
- Visit to Church of Saint Sergius
- Visit to archaeological site of Jerash
Landmarks/POIs Fortress of Ajlun Church of Saint Sergius Jerash Archaeological Site - Day 5
Amman
Visit the Desert Castles dating to the 7th-8th centuries, including Qasr Kharana and Qusayr Amra (a World Heritage site known for its frescoes). Then go to Madaba to see the Archaeological Park and the 6th-century mosaic in the Church of St. George. Head up to Mount Nebo where Moses viewed the Promised Land, then return to Amman.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit to Qasr Kharana castle
- Visit to Qusayr Amra World Heritage Site
- Visit to Madaba Archaeological Park
- Visit to Church of St. George with 6th-century mosaic
- Visit to Mount Nebo
Landmarks/POIs Qasr Kharana Qusayr Amra Madaba Archaeological Park Church of St. George Mount Nebo - Day 6
Amman to Dead Sea
Travel to Bethany on the River Jordan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where John the Baptist baptized Jesus. Stop at the Dead Sea Museum and its Panorama Complex before arriving at your Dead Sea hotel. Spend time swimming in the world's saltiest water at the lowest altitude on Earth.
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Bethany UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit to Dead Sea Museum with Panorama Complex
- Swimming in the Dead Sea
Landmarks/POIs Bethany Dead Sea Dead Sea Museum - Day 7
Dead Sea to Wadi Musa
Follow the historic King's Road through the Moab Kingdom region. Visit Karak Castle, an impressive 12th-century fortress, then continue to Dana, a stone village on a cliff overlooking the landscape. Pass the Crusader Castle at Shobak and arrive in Wadi Musa to see the Moses Spring and visit the Petra Museum. Optional activities include a Turkish bath or a light and sound show.
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Karak Castle
- Visit to Moses Spring
- Visit to Petra Museum
Optional Activities
- Turkish bath experience
- Light and sound show at Petra
Landmarks/POIs King's Road Karak Castle Dana Shobak Crusader Castle Moses Spring Petra Museum - Day 8
Wadi Rum
Experience Petra, the incredible archaeological site with temples and tombs carved into canyon cliffs and rock faces. After lunch, head into Wadi Rum desert and board 4x4 vehicles to explore the landscape. Take a 45-minute camel ride and visit Khazali Canyon to see engravings related to Arabic language origins. Dinner and overnight accommodation happens in a desert camp.
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Petra archaeological site
- 4x4 vehicle tour in Wadi Rum
- Camel ride through Wadi Rum (45 minutes)
- Visit to Khazali Canyon
Landmarks/POIs Petra Wadi Rum Khazali Canyon - Day 9
Wadi Rum to Saint Catherine
Head to Aqaba on the Red Sea coast and walk through the city center. Cross into Israel and Eilat where you can relax, swim, or explore the beaches. Continue toward Egypt and Sinai, with time to photograph Pharaoh's Island and the fortress of Saladin. Arrive in Saint Catherine for dinner.
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walk through Aqaba city center
- Photography stop at Pharaoh's Island with Saladin fortress
Optional Activities
- Swimming at Eilat beaches
- Strolling around Eilat
Landmarks/POIs Aqaba Eilat Pharaoh's Island Fortress of Saladin - Day 10
Saint Catherine
Visit the walled Monastery of Saint Catherine at the base of Mount Sinai, a sacred site for Jews, Christians, and Muslims. Tradition says this is where Moses saw the burning bush. Travel through the Sinai Desert's landscape and stop at the Well of Moses, a biblical oasis. Cross through the tunnel under the Suez Canal and arrive in Cairo.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit to Monastery of Saint Catherine
- Stop at Well of Moses
Landmarks/POIs Monastery of Saint Catherine Mount Sinai Well of Moses Suez Canal - Day 11
Cairo
Spend a full day exploring Cairo's ancient sites. See the Pyramids of Cheops, Kefren, and Micerinos plus the Sphinx carved from rock. Tour the Egyptian Museum with its ancient treasures including the mummy of Tutankhamen. Visit the Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque. End with a walk through the historic Coptic neighborhood to see the Hanging Church built above a Roman fortress.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- View of Pyramids of Cheops, Kefren and Micerinos
- View of the Sphinx
- Visit to Egyptian Museum with Tutankhamen treasure
- Visit to Citadel of Saladin
- Visit to Alabaster Mosque
- Visit to Hanging Church in Coptic neighborhood
Optional Activities
- Entry inside the pyramids (not included - paid separately)
Landmarks/POIs Great Pyramid of Cheops Pyramid of Kefren Pyramid of Micerinos Great Sphinx Egyptian Museum Citadel of Saladin Alabaster Mosque Hanging Church - Day 12
Cairo to Aswan to Abu Simbel
Depart Cairo early for a flight to Aswan. From the airport, head directly toward Abu Simbel for a boat trip on Lake Nasser. View the architecture of Abu Simbel temples from the water before visiting them in person. See the massive 20-meter statues and temples carved by Ramses II and visit the Temple of Nefertari. Return to Aswan in the afternoon.
- Meals
- Lunch (Typical Nubian restaurant)
Included Activities
- Flight from Cairo to Aswan
- Boat trip on Lake Nasser
- Visit to Abu Simbel temples of Ramses II
- Visit to Temple of Nefertari
Landmarks/POIs Abu Simbel Temple of Ramses II Temple of Nefertari (Abu Simbel) Lake Nasser - Day 13
Aswan
Explore Aswan and the surrounding area, starting with the Red Granite Quarry to see the Unfinished Obelisk and learn about ancient stone extraction. Take a boat to the Temple of Philae dedicated to the goddess Isis on a small island. Enjoy traditional felucca sailing along the Nile to the colorful Nubian Village. In the afternoon, take a camel ride and visit the Monastery of Saint Simeon, a former monastery that became a caravanserail.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- City tour of Aswan
- Visit to Red Granite Quarry with Unfinished Obelisk
- Boat trip to Temple of Philae
- Felucca sailing to Nubian Village
- Camel ride (approximately 15 minutes)
- Visit to Monastery of Saint Simeon
Landmarks/POIs Red Granite Quarry Unfinished Obelisk Temple of Philae Nubian Village Monastery of Saint Simeon Nile River - Day 14
Aswan to Luxor
Travel through the Nile valley with scenic views of palm groves and riverside communities. Stop at the Temple of Kom Ombo overlooking the Nile, dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the falcon god, known for its symmetrical design and hieroglyphic reliefs and mummified crocodile museum. Continue to Edfu to see the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt's best-preserved temples. Pass through Esna to view its preserved temple with original roof and colors, arriving in Luxor by late afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit to Temple of Kom Ombo
- Visit to Crocodile Museum
- Visit to Temple of Edfu (Temple of Horus)
- Pass through Esna and view temple from outside
Landmarks/POIs Temple of Kom Ombo Crocodile Museum Temple of Edfu (Temple of Horus) Esna Temple Esna Caravanserai Esna Floodgates - Day 15
Luxor
Start early with a private boat crossing the Nile to the west bank. Visit Deir el-Medina (Valley of the Artisans), see the Temple of Medinet Habu, and view the Colossi of Memnon. Explore the Valley of the Queens and the Temple of Hatshepsut. Visit the Valley of the Kings with an electric cart and enter the Tomb of Ramses. Return to the east bank, then explore the Karnak temple complex in the afternoon. Visit the Luxor Museum after dark and see the beautifully lit Luxor Temple, then explore the nearby souk.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Private boat crossing of Nile to west bank
- Visit to Deir el-Medina (Valley of the Artisans) - three tombs
- Visit to Temple of Medinet Habu (Temple of Ramses II)
- Visit to Colossi of Memnon
- Visit to Valley of the Queens
- Visit to Temple of Hatshepsut
- Visit to Valley of the Kings
- Electric cart ride in Valley of the Kings
- Entry to Tomb of Ramses
- Visit to Karnak temple complex with Temple of Amun-Ra
- Visit to Temple of Khinsu in Karnak
- Visit to Luxor Museum
- Evening entrance to illuminated Luxor Temple
Landmarks/POIs Deir el-Medina (Valley of the Artisans) Temple of Medinet Habu Colossi of Memnon Valley of the Queens Temple of Hatshepsut Valley of the Kings Tomb of Ramses II Karnak Temple Complex Temple of Amun-Ra Temple of Khinsu Luxor Museum Luxor Temple - Day 16
Luxor to Hurghada
You'll have free time in Luxor to stroll, shop, or sightsee on your own. After that, travel to Dendera to see one of Egypt's best-preserved temple complexes, with its 40,000 square meter enclosure surrounded by ancient brick walls. Explore the Temple of Hathor dedicated to the goddess of love and fertility. Cross through desert mountain ranges with scenic views and arrive in Hurghada on the Red Sea coast.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit to Dendera Temple Complex
- Visit to Temple of Hathor
Optional Activities
- Shopping or sightseeing in Luxor during morning free time
Landmarks/POIs Dendera Temple Complex Temple of Hathor - Day 17
Hurghada
Enjoy a full day in Hurghada with free time in the morning to relax at your hotel or visit the large aquarium and museum on your own. After lunch, take an excursion to El Gouna, a luxurious holiday town with canals and lagoons. Stroll through the exclusive resort area and marina with shops and restaurants, visit the local mosque, and enjoy free time before returning to your hotel.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Excursion to El Gouna
- Visit to El Gouna marina area
Optional Activities
- Visit to Hurghada Aquarium (independent)
- Visit to Hurghada Museum (independent)
Landmarks/POIs El Gouna Hurghada Aquarium Hurghada Museum Hurghada Marina Hurghada Mosque - Day 18
Hurghada to Cairo
Travel along the Red Sea to visit the Monastery of St. Anthony, the oldest monastery in Christendom dating to the fourth century, with its walled complex and Coptic murals. Continue to El Galala, a new desert city under construction since 2015, and take the highest cable car in Africa to explore this modern development. Have lunch and then head back to Cairo.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit to Monastery of St. Anthony
- Cable car ride to El Galala (highest slope in Africa)
Landmarks/POIs Monastery of St. Anthony El Galala Red Sea Mountain - Day 19
Cairo to Alexandria
Travel to Wadi Natrun, an area known for Coptic monasteries since the fourth century when Christians fled Roman persecution. Visit the Monastery of Saint Macarius founded in 360 AD and the Monastery of Anba Bishoy from 340 AD, both featuring fortified towers and guided tours from monks. Continue to Alexandria, a major port city with over 5 million inhabitants. See the impressive Qaitbey Fortress built in 1480 on the site of an ancient lighthouse and travel along the cornice with its commercial and elegant areas.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit to Monastery of Saint Macarius
- Visit to Monastery of Anba Bishoy
- Visit to Qaitbey Fortress
Landmarks/POIs Wadi Natrum Monastery of Saint Macarius Monastery of Anba Bishoy Qaitbey Fortress - Day 20
Alexandria
Continue exploring Alexandria by entering the Catacombs of Kom Ash Shuqqafa, the largest Roman cemetery in Egypt with its unique blend of Pharaonic and Greco-Roman styles. Walk through busy alleys to the 30-meter Column of Pompey rising from ancient temple ruins. View the modern Library of Alexandria inaugurated in 2002. Head to Rosetta to see a replica of the Rosetta Stone in the Fortress of Rashid and explore the charming fishing village. Take a boat trip on the Nile to enjoy local fishing boat activity.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit to Catacombs of Kom Ash Shuqqafa
- Visit to Column of Pompey
- Viewing of Library of Alexandria (external)
- Visit to Fortress of Rashid with Rosetta Stone replica
- Walk through Rosetta village
- Boat trip on the Nile near Rosetta
Landmarks/POIs Catacombs of Kom Ash Shuqqafa Column of Pompey Library of Alexandria Rosetta Fortress of Rashid Nile River - Day 21
Departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure. Tour services end here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
