Pyramids, Petra, and Jerusalem Package

Welcome to Egypt, the first country on your miraculous journey through the Middle East! Land at Cairo International Airport, where you will be greeted and escorted to your hotel. Check in and meet your tour leader, who can answer any questions you may have regarding your trip. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Spend your time relaxing and recuperating from your flight, of if you prefer, head out and explore Cairo on your own. As an optional booking, enjoy a Sound and Light Show in the evening at the spectacular Giza Plateau, in the shadow of the great Pyramids at Giza.

Wake up to an amazing breakfast at your hotel in Cairo. Get ready for a fantastic day! After breakfast, meet your personal guide. Head to the spectacular Giza Plateau to visit one of the seven wonders of the ancient world - the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Upon arrival, make your way towards the pyramids and look into the eyes of the ancient Sphinx. The Pyramid of Cheops, the oldest and largest of the pyramids, was built around 2560 B.C. At over 145 meters tall, it was the largest man-made structure in the world for almost 4000 years. After visiting the complex, head to lunch at a local restaurant. Then, hop over to the Egyptian Museum, where you can examine astounding exhibits such as the treasure room of the child king Tutankhamen. Your last visits of the day include the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and the Khan El Khalili bazaar.

Wake up early and check out of your hotel. Return to the airport for your flight to Aswan, where you will be greeted by a member of our team. Together, head straight aboard your luxurious Nile River Cruise. Enjoy your lunch on board. Spend the next two nights sailing down the magnificent Nile River in luxury! Egypt’s lifeline, the river extends from inland Africa to the coast of Egypt. After lunch, visit the world famous High Dam and the Philae Temple, devoted to the goddesses Isis and Hathor. Pay a visit to the largest ancient obelisk, the Unfinished Obelisk before returning to your cruise ship for your overnight stay.

Awake to a fabulous onboard breakfast while you sail to Kom Ombo and watch the riverbanks awake to the day. In Kom Ombo, step on land and visit the temple dedicated to Sobek and Haeroris. Afterwards, continue your journey towards Edfu as you enjoy your lunch on board. Upon arrival in Edfu, disembark for a look at the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved cult temples in Egypt. Return to your boat and enjoy afternoon tea while you continue on to Esna. Enjoy your dinner as you watch the sun set over the magnificent Nile River. Enjoy the rest of the evening relaxing in your cabin or on deck.

Start your day with breakfast on board your cruise ship as you make your way to the city of Luxor. Visit the magnificent West Bank, which includes the royal cemetery of 62 Pharaohs, the Valley of the Kings. Then, head to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built in the 15th century B.C., before checking out the massive Colossi of Memnon. These two huge stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III were built over 3000 years ago. Hop back on board for a delicious lunch and afternoon tea. The rest of the afternoon is yours to use as you wish. Spend it relaxing in luxury aboard your ship before dinnertime. 

Wake up and have your breakfast. Then, disembark and follow your guide to the Karnak and Luxor Temples, located on the East Bank. Explore the vast temple complex of Karnak Temple, part of the ancient city of Thebes. Stroll among the ancient sculptures and remnants of magnificent Egyptian architecture in the grand Luxor Temple, built around 1400 B.C. Then, return to your cruise ship and pack your bags before transferring to the airport in Luxor. Board your flight to Cairo, where you will spend the night. Upon arrival at the airport, meet a representative who will accompany you to your hotel. 

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Afterward, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Amman, Jordan’s fascinating capital and largest city. You will be greeted at the airport in Amman by a member of our staff and taken to your hotel for your overnight stay. The rest of the day is yours to use at your leisure. Relax in your hotel room or start exploring the city on your own.

Start your day off with breakfast at your hotel. Then, you will be picked up from your hotel to embark on your tour to the City of Petra, one of the most attractive sites in Jordan. Nicknamed the “Rose City”, Petra features magnificent facades carved directly into the mountainside of red stone. The city was begun by the Nabataean Arabs in the 6th century B.C. To get to the entrance, meander through the astounding 1200-meter-long gorge featuring a myriad of colors that towers over 80 meters above its visitors. The beauty of Petra has captivated its visitors for years and is today considered one of the seven New World Wonders. After your visit, continue on to catch a glimpse of the sprawling desert landscape of Wadi Rum that will leave you awe-struck and impressed by the natural beauty. In the evening, return to Amman for your overnight stay.

Start the day with a strengthening breakfast. Then your driver will be waiting for you in the lobby for a day trip to Jerash and Ajloun. Jerash is one of the largest and best-preserved examples of Roman architecture outside of Europe. Located peacefully in the foothills of Mount Gilead, the ancient city is the perfect place to travel back in time. Visit the Nymphaeum and the Temple of Artemis, and walk the colonnaded streets of the city.

Your next stop is the castle of Ajloun, with its beautiful Islamic architecture that was built by Salah El-din during the 12th century. Marvel at the architectural beauty of Ajloun, before returning to your hotel in the evening.

Take another exciting day trip today. Your first destination is the mysterious Mount Nebo. From here, Moses is said to have gazed at the Promised Land before he died. Visit the old monastery on the mountain and enjoy and fantastic view over the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, Jericho, and even Jerusalem.

The next stop on the route is Madaba, where you have the chance to see the famous mosaic map of Palestine. The mosaic is located in the St. George's church and dates back to the 6th century. Next, drive along an ancient caravan route called the King's Way and visit Wadi Al-Mujib with its magnificent geological formations. On the way back to the hotel, stop in Kerak to visit the famous crusader castle that was erected here by King Baldwin of Jerusalem.

Today it's time to leave Jordan behind and continue on to Israel! After a delicious breakfast, your driver will transfer you to the border and then onwards to Jerusalem. Check into your hotel in this magnificent city and spend the remainder of the day either relaxing or exploring the city on your own. Feel the magic of this city by just meandering the street surrounding your hotel and watching everyday life happening around you.

Wake up to a beautiful in the holiest city in the world. After breakfast, your guide will take you to the Mount of Olives for a scenic overview of the city. Visit Mount Zion and the famous tomb of King David. Discover the room where the last supper took place and the Abbey of the Dormition. Enter the old center of Jerusalem and explore the Armenian and Jewish quarters to the recently excavated and restored Cardo, the principal road of the city, built by the Romans.

Visit the Jewish Wailing Wall, one of the most sacred places in Judaism. Continue to the nearby city of Bethlehem, where you visit Shepherd's Field, the Church of Nativity, and the manger's square. After a day full of exploration, return to your hotel for a relaxing evening. 

Wake up early today and depart for a day trip along the beautiful coastal highway. Make a pit stop in Nazareth, the town of Jesus' childhood, and visit the churches of Annunciation and St. Joseph. Continue to Capernaum, where you can explore the ruins of an ancient synagogue, where Jesus is said to have taught. Move on to Yardenit, the site where Jesus was baptized in the Jordan river, where it leaves the Sea of Galilee towards the Dead Sea. After this exciting day, return to your hotel and spend the evening relaxing.

Start the day with a wonderful breakfast. Then head out to explore one of the most fascinating places on earth: the Dead Sea. Not only can you float on its salty waters, it is also the lowest place on earth! Use your chance to swim in the water and experience that unique feeling of floating on the surface. Then continue towards Jericho. Make a pit stop at the Qumran caves, the place where the Dead Sea scrolls were found. In Jericho, visit the famous Elisha spring and Mount Temptation. In the later afternoon, return to your hotel.

Your Middle Eastern adventure comes to a close. Enjoy a last breakfast at your hotel, then your driver is ready to pick you up and transfer you to the airport. The trip might be over, but the memories of it will last you a life time. Have a save journey home!