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Egypt & Jordan Adventure
15 days, Cairo to Amman
Get ready for a wide-ranging adventure showcasing the region’s natural wonders and fascinating cultures, offering the perfect combination of guided excursions with free time to explore at your own pace. Our expert local leaders will share with you the archaeological and historical secrets of the ancient sites of Petra, Luxor, and the Great Pyramids of Giza. Whether it’s haggling in Cairo’s bustling bazaars or snapping a desert sunset, Egypt and Jordan will be etched into your memory like a hieroglyph.
15 days
Cairo to Amman
From$20943HKD
was
$24639
Valid on
Jan 12 2025
Trip Code: DPJA
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Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, avg 10
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Places visited
- Egypt
- Jordan
Itinerary Notes
-Please note that during Ramadan, the museum, and Egyptian pyramids will close at 3PM this year, and so we will follow the below order, and schedule on Day 2.
Visit the Pyramids from 9 - 11
Visit the museum from 11:30 - 14:30
Lunch from 15:00 - 16:00 before heading to the train station
Itinerary
Day 1Cairo
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Cairo/Aswān
Enjoy a visit to the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Sphinx before a guided tour of the Egyptian Museum. Catch an overnight train to Aswan.
Meals included:
Breakfast | DinnerDay 3Aswān
Opt to explore the busy Aswan market or visit the beautiful Philae Temple, before visiting a Nubian village and enjoying a home-cooked dinner with a local family.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 4Aswān
Spend the day exploring Aswan.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your Discover MomentMeals included:
BreakfastDay 5Aswān/Luxor
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Ride on a Felucca to Aswan Bridge, where we will disembark and transfer to Kom Umbo. Later visit Kom Umbo temple before transferring to Luxor. Tonight, enjoy dinner at the local market where you can try some local specialties.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 6Luxor
After breakfast the group will set off on a guided visit to the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Have lunch with a local family on the West Bank of the Nile, then visit an Alabaster Factory en route back to Luxor. The remainder of the afternoon will be at your leisure.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 7Luxor
After breakfast the group will sail by ferry to the West Bank to meet our student-guide. Together we will bike through the village and visit the Funtasia Project Center where the group will learn about the Planeterra project at this location over tea with our guide. From here, enjoy a visit to the Karnak Temple, which was once the centre of all religious life in ancient Egypt. Later, take advantage of free time in Luxor to explore the bustling local bazaar at your leisure.
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BreakfastDay 8Luxor/Amman
Take a flight from Luxor to Cairo, then transfer to a connecting flight to Amman, Jordan. Free time to explore Amman on arrival.
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BreakfastDay 9Amman/Jerash/Dead Sea/Amman
Guided visit to the ancient Roman town of Jerash followed by a visit to the Dead Sea.
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BreakfastDay 10Amman/Karak/Petra
Start the day with a guided visit to the intricate Madaba mosaics, enjoying the panoramic views from Mt Nebo and a visit to the crusader castle at Karak. Continue to Wadi Musa for the evening.
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BreakfastDay 11Petra
Start early to visit iconic Petra. Enjoy a guided walking tour with your CEO, then opt to hike up to the top of the treasury or explore on your own. This evening, opt to visit a Turkish bath or visit Petra by night.
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BreakfastDay 12Petra/Wadi Rum
Opt to visit Little Petra in the morning before continuing to Wadi Rum. Head out for a 4x4 excursion during the day before a traditional dinner and overnight at a Bedouin desert camp.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 13Wadi Rum/Aqaba
Journey to the Red Sea, where you can explore your surroundings or relax on the beach.
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BreakfastDay 14Aqaba/Amman
Journey back to Amman. En route stop at a G Adventures- supported community cafe for lunch.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 15Amman
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Funtasia Project Visit, Luxor
- Your G for Good Moment: Al Safi Community Lunch, Jordan Valley
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Local Living Moment: Boat ride to Nubian Village with Traditional Meal, Aswān
- Your Discover Moment: Aswān
- Your Local Living Moment: Lunch with a Local Family, Luxor
- Your Local Living Moment: Bedouin Camp Overnight, Wadi Rum
- Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx and Egyptian Museum guided tour
- Felucca sailing excursion
- Karnak and Kom Ombo temples guided tour
- Temple of Hatshepsut and Valley of the Kings guided tour
- Colossi of Memnon visit
- Wadi Rum jeep excursion
- Petra guided tour
- Karak castles and Madaba mosaics visit
- Dead Sea visit
- Internal flight
- All entrance fees
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (12 nts), sleeper trains (1 nt), desert camping (1 nt).
Meals
14 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
Allow USD320-420 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private air-con van, train, plane, felucca, 4x4 pickup truck
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)
Aqaba Boat Trip with Snorkelling - From $389.00
Looking for a perfect day trip to make the most of your time in this seaside town? Board a boat and enjoy a relaxing day on the waters of the Red Sea. Enjoy lunch aboard and join a snorkelling guide to spot marine life beneath the surface. If snorkelling isn't your thing, sit back and enjoy the view of Aqaba.
Islamic and Coptic Cairo Tour - From $479.00
Explore Cairo’s fascinating architectural, cultural, and historical contrasts on a tour of Coptic and Islamic Cairo. Visit of the iconic Citadel of Saladin, the Mohamed Ali Mosque, the Hanging Church, St. Sergius Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Philae Temple Visit - From $399.00
Sail across the Nile to the beautiful island of Agilkia and explore the Greco Roman history of the Temple of Philae, built as a dedication to the Goddess Isis. This temple complex was moved from its original location on the Island of Philae after the flooding of Lake Nasser, the word "philae" meaning "the end" in reference to this island's placement on what was once the southernmost border of Egypt.
Temple of Abu Simbel Visit - From $989.00
Part historic monument and part modern marvel, Abu Simbel is one of Egypt’s grandest temples. Built during the rule of Ramses the II this structure was almost swallowed by the Nile, but now stands safe and sound thanks to some crafty archaeologists and UNESCO. Travel through Egypt’s rugged landscapes and the towering figures of Ramses himself, Ra-Horakhty, Amun, and Ptah will all be waiting to welcome you.
My Own Room - From $7199.00
If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, select this option during the online booking process.
Departures
Make it a private tour
Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour.