Egypt & Jordan Explored By Nile Cruise (5 & 4 Star Hotels) Tour by Travel Talk

15 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

40 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 75 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Cairo, Egypt

Ends

Amman, Jordan

Highlights

Cairo: The Great Pyramids, Sphinx and Egyptian Museum

Luxor: Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Luxor Temple

Aswan: Philae Temple, High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk

Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum, Ajloun & Shobak castles

Itinerary

Sail into the mysteries of the ancient world on the Egypt & Jordan Explored By Nile Cruise (5 & 4 Star Hotels) tour, a 15-day journey crafted for young adults and families. Begin in Cairo, gliding down the Nile on a 5-star cruiser while exploring legendary sites like Luxor and Aswan. Cross into Jordan to discover the deserts of Wadi Rum and the lost city of Petra, ending with a relaxing stay at the Dead Sea. The highlight of this trip is the luxurious river cruise experience, seamlessly blending iconic history with modern comfort. Ideal for those who want to see two ancient cultures in style, this tour promises adventure with a touch of elegance.

day 1 - Cairo

Welcome to Egypt! At the Cairo terminal keep your eyes peeled for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel. Freshen up and meet in the lobby around 6:00pm for an informal meeting with your guide and other tour members. Afterwards you have free time to start exploring vibrant Cairo or board a cruise for an optional group dinner.

Meals:Group Dinner on Cruise - 35 USD

Accommodation:Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino – 5 Star

Others:Welcome Meeting

day 2 - Cairo City Tour

Set your alarms for 7.30am and fill up on plenty of breakfast before a big day exploring Egypt’s iconic Ancient Wonder of the World – the Pyramids and Sphinx! Follow your guide for a tour across the ancient site to learn about the 4,600-year-old wonders. The journey continues with one of the most important museums dedicated to the ancient world – The Grand Egyptian Museum of Cairo. Home to over 120,000 ancient Egyptian relics and antiquities, this place will leave you in awe! After everyone has had their dose of awe, we’ll head back to our hotel for overnight stay.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino – 5 Star

Others:Sightseeing of Giza Pyramids, Sightseeing of Sphinx, Sightseeing of The Grand Egyptian Museum, Giza Pyramids/Sphinx - 700 EGP, The Grand Egyptian Museum – 1470 EGP

day 3 - Cairo - Flight to Aswan - Nile Cruise

We start the day with a flight to Aswan where we will have a city tour with our local guide. Visit the Unfinished Obelisk for a look into the incredible building methods used to create the four-sided, hallmark monuments that are placed at the entrances of Egyptian temples. Take some time to walk along the 42-metre long lying bed of granite and learn about its significance from your guide. Visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, divine mother of the pharaohs. The temple is set beautifully on an island in the middle of the Nile. Then all aboard the a 5-star Nile Cruiser as we check in to our private cabins and prepare for three nights on the Nile River. Tonight, we’ll have the option to join a traditional Nubian dinner in the evening.

Meals:Breakfast, Nubian Dinner - 32 USD

Accommodation:Nile Cruiser – 5 Star

Others:Aswan City tour, Sightseeing of Philae Temple, Sightseeing of Unfinished Obelisk of Aswan, Philae Temple - 550 EGP

day 4 - Nile Cruise

At 04:45 in the morning, we depart for the optional trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Abu Simbel. It is a must-do for all keen historians! Enjoy a free afternoon to explore Aswan and the banks of the Nile River at your own pace.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:Nile Cruiser – 5 Star

Others:Abu Simbel - 120 USD

day 5 - Nile Cruise

Time to relax and enjoy the cool breeze of the Nile and the rest of the day is yours to wander around Aswan as you wish.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:Nile Cruiser – 5 Star

Transport:Cruise On the Nile

day 6 - Edfu, Komombo, Luxor

As we hop back onboard the coach and drive north towards Kom Ombo. Visit the Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. Next stop will be Edfu, home to one of the largest and best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to the falcon god Horus, the temple was built over 180-years from 237 BC to 57 BC. We’ll arrive in Luxor in the late afternoon, before checking out the Luxor Temple in the evening. Explore the dim-light temple after dark and learn from your guide of the temple complexes ancient history, dating back to the 14th century B.C. Not to forget, a visit to the vast Karnak Temple Complex, one of the most important religious centers of ancient Egypt with its marvelous temples. Your Egyptologist guide will enlighten you with the most intriguing stories and mythologies from the temple complex. Feeling adventurous?

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Steigenberger Nile palace Hotel – 5 Star

Others:Sightseeing of Edfu Temple, Sightseeing of Komombo Temple, Sightseeing of Karnak Temple, Sightseeing of Luxor Temple, Edfu Temple - 550 EGP, Komombo Temple - 450 EGP, Luxor Temple - 500 EGP, Karnak Temple - 600 EGP

day 7 - Luxor, Flight to Cairo

Early in the morning take to the skies on an optional hot air balloon ride over Luxor.

Then follow your guide to the Valley of the Kings, also known as the ‘City of the Dead’, home to fancy royal tombs carved into desert rocks and filled with treasures for the Pharaoh afterlife. Next up, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and Colossi of Memnon. Later in the afternoon we make our way to the airport and fly back to Cairo.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino – 5 Star

Others:Sightseeing of Hatshepsut Temple & Colossi of Memnon, Hot Air Balloon - 124 USD, Valley Of The Kings - 750 EGP, Hatshepsut Temple - 440 EGP

day 8 - Cairo City Tour

Wake up well rested as your overnight sleeper train pulls into Cairo!

The journey continues with one of the most important museums dedicated to the ancient world - The Grand Egyptian Museum of Cairo. Home to over 120,000 ancient Egyptian relics and antiquities, this place will leave you in awe! Then, roam around Cairo stopping by the Citadel of Saladin and the world-famous Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Make sure to wear your haggling hats and brace for the mayhem!

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Sonesta Hotel Tower & Casino – 5 Star

Others:Sightseeing of Cairo, Sightseeing of The Grand Egyptian Museum, Sightseeing of Citadel of Saladin, Sightseeing of Mohammed Ali Mosque, Sightseeing of Hanging Church, Sightseeing of Bazaar Khan El- Khalili, The Grand Egyptian Museum - 1470 EGP, Citadel of Saladin - 550 EGP

day 9 - Cairo, Amman ( By Flight)

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo airport for your flight to Amman. In the afternoon, feel free to discover Amman on your own terms and compare the local Jordanian cuisine with Egypt!

Meals:Breakfast, Group Dinner - 22 USD

Accommodation:Sulaf Luxury Hotel - 4 Star

Others:Welcome Meeting

day 10 - Amman, Ajlun, Jerash

Fill up on breakfast before a big day exploring. Follow your guide on an included city tour through Amman with included visits to the Citadel and Amphitheatre. Next up, make tracks towards Ajloun to visit the castle ruins and impressive ancient city of Jerash. Filled with stunning sights of Greco-Roman ruins, the area has been inhabited since the Bronze Age! Return to Amman in the evening.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Sulaf Luxury Hotel - 4 Star

Others:Guided City Tour in Amman, Sightseeing of Jerash, Sightseeing of Ajloun, Ajloun Natural Reserve Trail - 25 USD, Jerash - 15 USD, Ajloun - 5 USD

day 11 - Amman, Wadi Rum

Today we will make tracks for our campsite in Wadi Rum Desert. Enjoy free time to explore and relax or join an optional camel trek through the otherworldly desert landscapes. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Jordanian dinner under the stars. Followed by music and dance around the campfire as we get to know the locals of Wadi Rum!

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner

Others:Rahayeb Desert Camp, Sightseeing of Wadi Rum, Camel Ride in Wadi Rum - 17 USD, Wadi Rum - 10 USD

day 12 - Wadi Rum, Petra

Kick off the day with an included Jeep safari through the incredibly vast and rocky landscapes of the desert. In the afternoon, farewell Wadi Rum as we head towards the Lost City of Petra! Recognised as one of the amazing 7 Wonders of the World, the city of Petra is a serious sight to behold, carved from rose-coloured rock. Enjoy free time on arrival in Petra to relax and unpack before an optional Petra by Night tour in the evening for a magical first glimpse of the ancient city lit by over 1,5000 glimmering candles.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Petra Moon Hotel - 4 Star or similar

Others:Jeep Safari, Petra By Night Tour - 43 USD, Petra Ancient City - 70 USD

day 13 - Petra

Get your cameras ready for a full day exploring all the sights of Petra. Be sure to pack comfortable shoes as there will be plenty of walking today. Follow your guide as they lead you towards the inner city to the Paraoh’s Castle, Triumphal Arch, Amphitheatre, Siq, Treasury and plenty more. Learn fascinating stories about the rediscovery of this ancient city lost in time.

Meals:Breakfast

Accommodation:Petra Moon Hotel - 4 Star or similar

Others:Sightseeing of Petra Ancient City, Petra Ancient City - 70 USD

day 14 - Petra, Shobak Castle, Deadsea, Amman

Fill up on breakfast before a jam-packed day! First up we’ll visit the Shobak Castle, the first Crusader fortress in the territory of East Jordan (Oultrejourdain). Learn from your guide about the history of these ruins built in 1115. Then, hop back on board the coach as we head towards the lowest point of dry land on Earth – the Dead Sea! Also known as ‘Sea of Salt’, the Dead Sea is hundreds of metres below sea level and holds incredibly salty water that keeps you afloat! Throw on your swimsuit, cover yourself in a cleansing mud bath and jump into the salty sea to bath in the natural minerals! Tonight, we’ll return to Amman.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch at Dead Sea - 12 USD

Accommodation:Sulaf Luxury Hotel - 4 Star

Others:Sightseeing of Dead Sea, Swim and Float At Dead Sea, Sightseeing of Shobak Castle, Dead Sea - 10 USD, Shobak Castle - 2 USD

day 15 - Amman

Enjoy a final breakfast with the tour group before bidding your farewells to new travel mates and checking out of the hotel. Time to start counting down the days until your next adventure with Travel Talk!

Meals:Breakfast

Egypt & Jordan Explored By Nile Cruise (5 & 4 Star Hotels)

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Accommodation

5 & 4 star hotels and Nile Cruiser in Egypt, 4 & 3 star hotels and desert camp in Jordan

Meals

14 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

Transport

A/C bus or mini-bus, Nile Cruise 4X4 Jeep in Wadi RumArrival airport transfer on first day of the trip and airport transfers on day 9Flights Cairo-Aswan & Aswan-Cairo and Cairo-Amman

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Services of experienced Eqyptologist guides and local tour leaders in Jordan

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