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Journey through Egypt and Jordan that encompasses some of the most astounding sites from the old world. On this amazing journey you will discover two of the 7 Natural Wonders of the world and one of the oldest cultures in history. Marvel at the diversity the landscapes have to offer when you visit both countries then take some time to relax in the cool waters of Dahab. Egypt & Jordan Discovered By Land-Xmas
Day 1 Cairo
Day 2 Cairo City Tour, Hurghada After breakfast we visit the Giza Plateau to explore the world famous pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mycrenos. The afternoon is left to site-see Sakkara; the first capital of pyramid built by King Zoser in 2700 B.C. In the eveninng we board our bus to Hurghada. We stay overnight in Hurghada. Day 3 Hurghada, Luxor Another day to participate in numerous sea or land activities available in Hurghada or spend a relaxing day after a tiring(!) night. In the afternoon we’ll depart for Luxor, the premier travel destination in UIpper Egypt and the Nile Valley. In antiquity, the city, known as Thebes by the Greeks, was the dynastic and religious capital of Middle Kingdom and New Kingdom Egypt. Today, it has much to offer the traveler, from vast temples, to ancient royal tombs, via spectacular desert and river scenery. In the evening we’ll check into our Premium hotel by the River of Nile. After dinner we start to explore the night life of this amazing town. Day 4 Luxor Today, after an early breakfast we visit the temple of Luxor on the East Bank of the Nile which was dedicated to the great god Amun, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu (the mood god) together represents the Theban triad. The temple was built on the site of a probable smaller structure for the god Amun, while the earliest parts of the temple seen today date from the 14th century BC and the time of Amenhotep III. In the afternoon we proceed to the Temple of Karnak, one of the most important religious centers of ancient Egypt. Then we depart for the West Bank of the Nile where our donkey awaits to take us into the Valley of the Kings. Next is our discovery of the magnificent “city of the Dead” where tombs were carved into the desert rocks, decorated richly, and filled with treasures for the Pharaoh afterlife. Rising out of the desert plain in a series of terraces, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut is our next stop.Then we drive to Aswan for overnight stay. Day 5 Aswan After breakfast we start to explore Aswan, the smallest of the three major tourist cities based on the Nile famous for the amazing Philea Temple and High Dam, an engineering miracle when it was built in the 1960s. After visiting the High Dam we head to Philea Temple and take a short motorboat ride to reach the island. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, Philae Temple has a beautiful setting on an island in the River of Nile. Its various shrines and sanctuaries celebrate the deities involved in the myth of Isis and Osiris. Early in the morning you can join the optional trip to Abu Simbel, one of the most impressive ancient sights of Egypt. Day 6 Daily Felucca Trip Today we get back to basics and jump onboard a Felucca sail boat, bound for the Elephantine and Kitchener Islands on the River Nile. After our river excursion the rest of the day is yours free to wander around Aswan as you wish.. Day 7 Edfu, Komombo, Luxor, Cairo After our Aswan hotel breakfast we head to Edfu to visit the largest and best preserved temple in Egypt. The temple is dedicated to the falcon god Horus and was built over a 180-year period from 237 BC to 57 BC. Then we continue to visit Komombo Temple which was built during the Ptolemaic and Roman periods. The temple is dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and god Horus. In the evening we board the overnight train to Cairo and check into our sleeper cabin. Day 8 Cairo City Tour Our journey continues with a visit to one of the most important museums in the ancient world, the Egyptian Museum houses more than 100,000 relics of Egypt. Today we discover the Citadel of Saladin, Mosque of Mohamed Ali, the Hanging Church and the world famous Kahn El Khalili bazaar. Day 9 Cairo, Nuweiba, Dahab Relax and unwind next to the sea with all the activities available including swimming, snorkeling, diving, camel treks, jeep safaris and more!! Day 10 Dahab Another relax day in paradise ! Day 11 Dahab, Taba, Aqaba, Wadi Rum We depart for Nuweiba or Taba to board the speed ferry to Aqaba, the Jordan’s window to the sea. After checking into our desert camp in Wadi Rum, we join a 2 hour Jeep safari in the desert. This evening we also enjoy an authentic Jordanian dinner in Wadi Rum. After chilling out by the desert fire and sharing experiences with our travel mates under a starry sky, we spend the night in our desert camp. Day 12 Wadi Rum, Petra After breakfast we depart for a full day tour in the Red Rose City Petra. We embark on an unforgettable trip on horse back and then by foot ‘til we reach the Treasury. Our local guide will provide us with a brief history of the city, which is one of the greatest attractions in the Middle East. We also visit the Pharaoh's Castle, the Triumphal arch and the Amphitheater. We remain in Petra overnight. Day 13 Petra, Dead Sea, Amman Today. Today we first drive to the lowest point on earth, Dead Sea for spectacular floating on the salty water, them continue to Amman to overnight. Day 14 Amman City Tour, Mt. Nebo, Kerak, Aqaba In the morning we start with Amman City Tour then we travel the King's Highway, the world's oldest continuously used trading route, connecting Amman in the north to Aqaba in the south of the country. we first make our way to Mt. Nebo and then Kerak to visit the impressive Kerak Castle, which was built in the 12th century Amman City Tour, Mt. Nebo, Kerak and sleeping in Aqaba. Day 15 Aqaba, Taba, Cairo Wake up in Aqaba with a unique mix of experiences from the cultural to the culinary and head back to Cairo. Day 16 Cairo Our trip will end after we say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast, and check-out of the hotel in Cairo (11:00am) Two hours before your flight we bus you back to the airport and bid you safe travels Sights Visited
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