Egypt and Jordan Tours in 11 Days

Itinerary

DAY 1: Get Started with Your Egypt and Jordan Tours 

• Make your arrival in Egypt an exciting start to an unforgettable journey! Upon landing at Cairo International Airport, your friendly tour manager will be there to greet you, assist with your luggage, and guide you to your hotel in the heart of Cairo. As you travel through the vibrant streets, anticipation for your upcoming adventure will grow.
• After checking into your hotel, your tour manager will provide all the details for tomorrow’s exploration, ensuring you’re ready for the exciting days ahead. The rest of the day is yours to unwind and explore Cairo at your leisure, whether you choose to visit local markets or enjoy a delicious meal at one of the city’s famous restaurants. Your Egypt and Jordan tours with Nile Cruise are about to begin, promising a journey filled with ancient wonders, rich culture, and amazing experiences!

Meals included: No meals.

DAY 2: Discover the Wonders of Giza and the GEM

• Following a hearty breakfast, your expert guide will escort you to the Giza Plateau to explore the legendary Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Marvel at the colossal pyramids, visit the iconic Sphinx, and uncover the mysteries of the Valley Temple.
• Afterward, enjoy a delicious lunch at a traditional Egyptian restaurant before heading to the New Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Just a short distance from the pyramids, the museum offers a sneak peek of Egypt's treasures through its Main Galleries, Grand Hall, and surrounding gardens. Your Egypt and Jordan tours with Nile Cruise continue as you return to your hotel for a restful afternoon and evening.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch.

DAY 3: Off to Aswan and Discover Its Ancient Wonders

• After a delicious breakfast at your hotel, you will check out and be escorted to the airport for your short flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, you will be warmly greeted by one of our expert tour guides who will take you to discover the most fascinating landmark: the breathtaking Temple of Philae. The Temple of Philae was meticulously relocated to higher ground to preserve it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser following the construction of the High Dam.
• Following your exploration, you will be transferred to your hotel in Aswan for check-in, where you can relax and unwind. With a free evening ahead, we recommend an early night in preparation for an exciting early start the next day, as your Egypt and Jordan tours with Nile cruise continues with a visit to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples.

Meals Included: Breakfast.

DAY 4: Onward to Abu Simbel and Embark on Your Nile Cruise

• Your day begins with an early pick-up at 03:00 from your hotel, where you will receive a Breakfast Box for the journey ahead. After a scenic 3-hour drive from Aswan, you will arrive at the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples. The grandeur of these massive rock-carved temples, built by Pharaoh Ramses II to honor himself and his wife, Queen Nefertari, will leave you speechless. The temples are not only architectural marvels but also a symbol of Ramses II’s military triumphs and power. This is a must-see experience on your Egypt and Jordan tours with Nile Cruise.
• Once you’ve explored the temples and soaked in their magnificence, you’ll return to Aswan to board your 5-star Nile cruise. Enjoy a relaxing lunch and dinner as you sail down the Nile, drifting into the peaceful evening, making it the perfect start to your Egypt and Jordan tours with Nile Cruise.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

DAY 5: Kom Ombo Temple

• Your first stop is the fascinating Temple of Kom Ombo, where your expert guide will introduce you to the unique design of this twin temple complex. Dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Horus,.
• Afterward, back to the cruise, and continue sailing to Edfu, dinner on board, and overnight in Edfu.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

DAY 6:  Edfu Temple – Karnak Temple – Luxor Temple

• Breakfast on board, we will start the day by visiting Edfu Temple by Horse Carriage, which was dedicated to the god Horus, and then we will back to the Cruise, and start sailing to Luxor, lunch on board during sailing, arrive in Luxor, and visit the magnificent Temples of Karnak & Luxor which is located at the East Bank of the Nile River in Luxor, back to the Cruise, dinner on board and overnight in Luxor.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

DAY 7: Valley of the Kings’ – Hatshepsut Temple – Colossi of Memnon

• Breakfast on board, disembark from the Nile Cruise, and start by visiting the Valley of the Kings’ where we will visit 3 of the most reserved royal tombs (not including entry to Tutankhamun, Seti I, and Ramses V & Ramses VI), after that we will visit the funerary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut which was built inside the mountain, later we will visit the Huge Statues of King Amenemhat III which called the Colossi of Memnon.
• Following your tours, you’ll head to Luxor airport for a short flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, your tour manager will be there to greet you and escort you to your hotel for your last night in Egypt. The rest of the day is yours to spend as you wish, reflecting on the unforgettable memories from your Egypt and Jordan journey.

Meals Included: Breakfast.

DAY 8: Flight to Amman and Free Time

• Today marks the beginning of the Jordan phase of your Egypt and Jordan tours with Nile Cruise. After breakfast, your tour manager will meet you at your hotel to assist with check-out and escort you to the airport for your flight from Cairo to Amman, Jordan.
• Upon arrival in Amman, we will be there to welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. After checking in, the rest of the day is yours to explore or relax. We recommend visiting the ancient Roman Theater or enjoying a delicious meal at one of Amman’s fine restaurants to get a taste of local culture.

Meals Included: Breakfast.

DAY 9: Ruins of Jerash and Dead Sea Visit

• After you have had breakfast at your hotel today, you will be picked up from your hotel and then you will travel to the ancient city of Jerash. When you reach the site, you will meet up with a specialist tour guide who will then give you a comprehensive tour of what was once a thriving Roman city. This is truly a magnificent site, and the ruins that remain are without question the best example of ancient Roman architecture outside of Italy.
• Once your tour of Jerash ends, we then travel to the Dead Sea, where you will have ample time for relaxing or floating on its notoriously salty water. As evening approaches, you will travel back to Amman, and you will be dropped off at your hotel. Your Egypt and Jordan tours with Nile cruise have brought you through some of the most incredible ancient sites, and this day at the Dead Sea offers a relaxing conclusion to your unforgettable journey.

Meals Included: Breakfast.

DAY 10: Discover Petra’s Hidden Wonders and Adventure in Wadi Rum

• Start your day with a delightful hotel breakfast before your journey to one of the world’s most iconic sites, the Lost City of Petra. After a two-hour drive, you will arrive at this mesmerizing ancient city carved into the rose-red sandstone cliffs by the Nabateans over 2,000 years ago. As you walk through the narrow Siq, the grandeur of Petra slowly unfolds, leading you to the awe-inspiring Treasury and the many tombs, temples, and monuments scattered throughout the city. Your Petra tour will last approximately 2 hours, but the beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage site will stay with you forever.
• Next, get ready for an exhilarating 4×4 jeep tour through the striking desert landscape of Wadi Rum, famously known as the Valley of the Moon. This vast, awe-inspiring desert, with its towering sandstone mountains and red dunes, was immortalized by the film Lawrence of Arabia. Explore this otherworldly terrain in a thrilling jeep ride, as you take in the dramatic beauty of the desert.
• After this unforgettable adventure, you'll head back to Amman for the last night of your Egypt and Jordan tours with Nile cruise. Enjoy a relaxing evening at your hotel as you reflect on the incredible experiences you’ve had.

Meals Included: Breakfast.

DAY 11: Unforgettable Conclusion of Your Egypt and Jordan Tours with Nile Cruise

• As your remarkable adventure through Egypt and Jordan reaches its conclusion, start your final day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel in Amman. Afterward, your tour manager will meet you at the hotel to assist with check-out, ensuring a smooth departure. You’ll be driven to the airport for your flight, marking the final chapter of your unforgettable journey.
• Though your Egypt and Jordan tours with Nile cruise has come to a close, the memories of the incredible sights and experiences will remain with you forever. Thank you for trusting us to be a part of your travel dreams, and we wish you a safe and pleasant journey back home.

Meals Included: Breakfast.