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Detailed Itinerary:

DAY 1 - Cairo

Arrive at Cairo International Airport where a transfer from the airport to the hotel is included.

DAY 2 - Cairo - Aswan

This morning accompanied by an English-speaking Egyptologist we visit the Egyptian Museum. We then travel to the Great Pyramid of Giza before boarding a 1st class overnight train to Aswan. (B)

DAY 3 - Aswan

This afternoon we board a felucca to see the Elephantine and Kitchener Islands. We also call on a Nubian Village to learn the customs of the original inhabitants. (B)

DAY 4 Aswan

Early morning departure to Abu Simbel to visit the incredible temple built by Ramesses II. We also view the Temple of Hathor. This evening, there is an option to dine on the banks of the Nile. (B)

DAY 5 - Aswan - Luxor

In the morning we take air-conditioned coaches to Luxor. We visit the Temple of Karnak and the Temple of Luxor, discovering the magnificence of the old capital of Egypt. (B)

DAY 6 - Luxor - Cairo

A guided tour of the Valley of the Kings awaits. This evening we board a train for an overnight journey to Cairo. (B)

DAY 7 - Cairo

Arriving in Cairo midmorning the rest of the day is ours to explore the city. In the afternoon we take time to visit the vibrant Khan el Khallili Market. (B)

DAY 8 - Cairo - Dahab

We depart this morning for the Dahab, one of the Sinai’s most treasured diving destinations. (B)

DAYS 9-12 - Dahab

Swimming, snorkelling and water sports are all on hand. On land, experience the thrill of a desert safari on quad bikes, horses or camel. There is the option to climb to the top of Mt Sinai. We then return back to the beaches of Dahab. (Bx4)

DAY 13 - Dahab - Jerusalem

This morning we say goodbye to Egypt and our Egyptian Trip Leaders we cross the border into Israel at Eilat. Here we meet our Driver who takes us up through the changing countryside to Jerusalem. The evening is free. (B)

DAY 14 - Jerusalem

After breakfast, with our guide, we take a walking tour inside the Old City of Jerusalem. We enter the Old city of Jerusalem via Dung’s Gate, visit the Wailing Wall – the Jewish most sacred place on earth and see the Aqsa Mosque and Dome of the Rock. We walk through the narrow paths of the colourful Bazaars of the Old City up to the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre to visit the Golgotha. Making our way through the Jewish Quarter to visit the Cardo and the Armenian Quarter, we end up at Mount Zion to visit the Upper Room, king David’s Tomb and the Dormition Abbey. The rest of the day is free to visit the museums or shop. (B)

DAY 15 - Jerusalem - Amman

After breakfast we head to the Mount of Olives to have a breathtaking Panoramic view over Jerusalem. From here we visit the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations. Then we travel the short distance to Bethlehem - the birthplace of Jesus, to visit the Nativity Church and the Shepherds Field. No visit to the area is complete without a visit to the Dead Sea and we spend some time here, floating - a very strange sensation. Saying farewell to Israel, we cross into Jordan via the Sheikh Hussein Border. Here we meet our transfer Driver as we head for Amman. (B)

DAY 16 - Amman - Petra

After breakfast, transfer along the Kingsway road, visiting in route, Madaba, Mt. Nebo, Mujeb Valley, reaching Karak for a visit and then we continue to Petra for the night. (B)

DAY 17 - Petra

We have a whole day here to experience the magic that is Petra. Our guide really brings the history to life. There is plenty of time to explore by ourselves after the guided tour. (B)

DAY 18 - Petra - Wadi Rum

Heading south we visit Little Petra before we arrive at the stunning landscape in Wadi Rum. We transfer to jeeps to get into the desert, ending at our desert camp for our stay in tents. Dinner here is cooked in the traditional way. (B,D)

DAY 19 - Wadi Rum - Cairo

After breakfast transfer to Aqaba Port to catch the ferry back to Egypt. Once we land in Egypt we are met by our driver to transfer us back to Cairo. (B)

DAY 20 - Cairo

The trip ends at the hotel after breakfast. (B)