Intense tour of Egypt and Jordan fitting in as many iconic sights as possible, but with some welcome downtime at half-way on the Red Sea. Slightly more controlled than other trips, perhaps due to security issues, especially in Egypt but a great crowd on the bus and excellent guides as usual. I ticked off so many bucket list boxes on this one!
Cruise
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin, Camping, Resort
Age Range
10-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, A
Cairo, Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Hurghada
For travelers looking to unlock the wonders of Jordan and Israel, the "Explore Jordan" tour is an eight-day guided desert safari that combines natural beauty with ancient heritage. Journey from the cosmopolitan streets of Amman to the mystical deserts of Wadi Rum, marvel at Petra’s rock-carved splendor, and admire Madaba’s vibrant mosaics. With moderate activity levels, this trip is designed for explorers eager for both cultural immersion and a bit of adventure—think gentle hikes and authentic local experiences. The presence of a local leader adds insightful depth to each stop. The main highlight of this tour package is the seamless blend of history and hands-on experiences, making every day both memorable and meaningful.
Desert safaris
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Tent, Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Amman, Madaba, Jerash, Kerak, Wa
Amman, Madaba, Jerash, Kerak, Wadi Rum, Petra, Jerash
This was a great itinerary, although an extra day in Petra would be helpful especially when you are battling heat. To have time to actually use the pool at the 'village' hotel would be incredible. We came in around 10-11pm and were out by 7 am the next morning.
Also, you really need to deal with the 'extra' activities. We came in early to do the Desert Castles add-on and were told we had to wait to talk to our tour director - who we didn't see until 6 pm that evening when it was too late. (when we asked about it before going we were told to talk to our tour director when we got there)
We’re both in our 60s and loved the concept of seeing iconic cities in one tour. Highlights for us were Cape Town and Agra, very well organized with knowledgeable guides. The early morning flights and long transfers were tiring, and there wasn’t much time to unpack before moving again. That said, we met lovely people and learned so much. We just wish we had more time in Singapore. They handled logistics impressively for such a big tour. Would recommend for flexible, energetic travelers.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort, Tent
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Beijing, Dubai, Cairo, Toronto
Beijing, Dubai, Cairo, Toronto, Athens, Cape Town, Kruger National Park, Singapore, New Delhi
The tour was a total of 15 days, and while fast-paced, the overall experience was magnificent! The locations visited were breathtaking, and the knowledge provided by our tour guide Ramez was unsurpassed. I cannot recommend him enough. He went above and beyond in making everyone feel welcome and safe during the tour while bringing much fun to the adventure. Great thought went into the planning of the itinerary (particularly in Egypt), so that we would visit attractions at times when both crowds and the heat were minimal. Favourite activities included visiting the Valley of the Kings (including the sunrise hot air balloon ride over the region), Abu Simbel, and the overnight felucca ride which included dancing and merryment around a fire for a group member's birthday. Our group was of about 15, and by the end of the trip we all became great friends. The Jordan segment of the trip was slightly more rushed and disorganised, but still very much enjoyable. Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea are a defi
