Egypt and Jordan Family Holiday Tour by Intrepid Travel

16 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

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

Starts

Amman, Jordan

Ends

Hurghada, Egypt

Highlights

Explore ancient icons like the Pyramids, Sphinx and Valley of the Kings with you family, getting the behind the scenes info from expert local guides.

This tour offers so many chances to interact with the locals and experience a slice of contemporary Egyptian life, including dinner with a Nubian family in an Aswan village.

Camp in the middle of the desert in Wadi Rum under a blanket of stars – an unforgettable experience that your children won't forget!

See the light of the sunrise on the dunes of the Sahara during a breakfast cruise down the Nile on a traditional felucca.

Play gladiator in the ancient Roman city of Jerash, and re-enact more ancient epics in the crusader Kerak Castle

Take a dip like no other in the Dead Sea. The strange feeling of floating effortlessly in the salt-filled water (don’t be tempted to taste it!) of this unique ecosystem is something that will stay with you and your family for a long time

Itinerary

Imagine gazing at the pyramids in Cairo, cruising down the Nile on a felucca, and watching the sunset over Wadi Rum—all with your loved ones by your side. The "Egypt and Jordan Family Holiday" is a 15-day adventure packed with ancient wonders and modern comforts, crafted specifically for families seeking both excitement and relaxation. This family-friendly tour starts in Cairo and concludes at the Dead Sea, journeying through Luxor, Aqaba, and a host of other iconic destinations across Egypt and Jordan.

From the moment you arrive, you’ll dive into a world where every day brings new discoveries. Explore timeless sites like the Sphinx and Karnak Temple, then enjoy unique experiences off the typical tourist trail. Highlights include dining with a welcoming Nubian family, floating in the buoyant waters of the Dead Sea, and unwinding by the pool after a day of exploration. Whether you’re gliding past ancient temples on the Nile or marveling at Petra’s rose-red city, there’s a perfect mix of guided sightseeing and free time built in for everyone to recharge.

The easy physical activity level ensures that both children and adults can fully enjoy the trip, with gentle walks, plenty of rest stops, and flexible pacing. Experienced guides handle logistics, accommodations, and meals, so families can focus on making memories rather than worrying about the details. One of the standout features of this tour package is its thoughtful blend of must-see sights with interactive, family-oriented activities—ensuring every member of the family, from the youngest to the oldest, stays engaged and inspired.

What truly sets this adventure apart is its commitment to authentic cultural immersion. By incorporating local interactions—like sharing dinner with a Nubian family or learning about Bedouin life in Jordan—your family will gain genuine insight into the people and traditions that shape these ancient lands. These moments, along with poolside relaxation and awe-inspiring sunsets, promise to fill your photo albums and spark dinner table conversations for years to come.

For families searching for a trip that combines the magic of Egypt and Jordan with comfort and ease, this guided small group tour is an unbeatable choice. Experience the timeless allure of two legendary countries, all while enjoying quality family time and stress-free travel.

day 1 - Amman

Ahlan Wa Sahlan! Welcome to Jordan. If you have booked a transfer,
you’ll be met at Queen Alia International Airport and transferred to
your hotel. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 5 pm
in Amman – the ancient capital of Jordan known for its 1994
excavation uncovering homes and towers believed to have been
built during the Stone Age. If you arrive early, maybe visit the
Roman Theatre, learn about the Dead Sea Scrolls at The Jordan
Museum or explore the excavated ruins of the Umayyad Palace.
After your meeting, you'll be able to get to know your fellow
travellers better over a group dinner.

accommodation:Khan Khediwe Hotel or similar

meals:1 Dinner

day 2 - Amman / Jerash

This morning, set off on a short walk along the Soap House Trail. As
you hike through the Ajloun Forest Reserve, take in the surrounding
landscape of woodlands, filled with oak, pistachio and oriental
strawberry trees. When you arrive at the soap house, meet some of
the local women who are keeping the traditional process of making
pure Orjan olive soap alive. After your hike, travel to Jerash to
explore the ruins, which were re-discovered in 1806. Wander along
the Colonnaded Street and see the grooves in the paving stones
where chariot wheels once rolled. Later, return to Amman. In your
free time tonight, maybe visit the Citadel or find a local restaurant
for dinner - your leader will have the best recommendations!

included:Jerash - Roman ruins, Alloun - Ajloun Reserve Walk

accommodation:Khan Khediwe Hotel or similar

meals:1 Breakfast

day 3 - Amman - Madaba - Dana Village - Petra

Take the Desert Highway to Petra this morning. Along the way, stop
at Madaba – a historical town known for its Ottoman-style houses
and beautiful Byzantine-era mosaics. Slightly out of town, you might
see the black beit ash shar tents of the hardy Bedouin who still
wander throughout the Middle East as they have for centuries. After,
travel to Dana Village, built on a nature reserve, and join your local
leader on a walk. Meet some locals and learn about their culture as
you make your way through the terraced gardens. After checking into your hotel in Petra the rest of the evening is yours to enjoy.

included:Dana - Village visit, Petra - Little Petra

accommodation:Seven Wonders Hotel or similar

meals:1 Breakfast

day 4 - Petra

This morning, squeeze through the long stretch of stonewalls to
Petra – one of the Seven Wonders of the World. When you arrive,
explore the old Roman road, temples, old tombs and the rock-hewn
amphitheatre. After, maybe walk up the clifftop path to the
Monastery for panoramic views overlooking the Treasury. Later
today, join a Jordanian cooking class at a local Al Qantara kitchen.
Prepare appetisers like baba ghanoush and hummus, typical
Jordanian mains like kabsah (mixed rice) or mjadra (lentils and rice)
and learn the secrets behind these delicious Arabic flavours.

included:Petra - Guided tour, Petra - Cooking Class

accommodation:Petra Silk Road Hotel or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

day 5 - Wadi Rum

After breakfast, travel to Wadi Rum – a valley known for its desert
scenery, which has been the backedrop to many films. Along the
way, stop for a tea with a local Bedouin family in Little Petra. When
you arrive in Wadi Rum, jump in one of the jeeps and drive through
the Mars-like landscapes, passing by Lawrence Spring – a rocky
landscape contrasted by a freshwater spring with panoramic views
over the valley. You’ll also stop at Lawrence House – supposedly the
house where Lawrence of Arabia lived and stored his equipment.
Continue to one of the largest sand dunes in Wadi Rum and check
out some of the famous rock bridges. After, set up camp in Bedouinstyle tents. If you choose, you can even sleep in the open air,
surrounded by the Mars-like mountains in the background. Fall
asleep under a desert blanket of an undisturbed night sky, rich with
stars.

included:Wadi Rum - 4WD jeep safari

accommodation:Desert camp

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

day 6 - Aqaba

Today you’ll drive from the desert to the coast for some sun and
relaxation. Aqaba is landlocked Jordan’s only town on the sea, and
this Red Sea beach resort is yours to explore for the rest of the day.
Just south of town, the warm and shallow waters of the Red Sea is
home to a series of untouched coral reefs. Maybe grab a mask and
some flippers and explore the underwater world, take a walk along
the shoreline or simply kick back by the pool. Later, maybe visit the
14th century Ottoman Fort. This is where the T.E Lawrence (of ‘of
Arabia’ fame) rode to Cairo with big news about a revolt.

accommodation:Captain's Hotel or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

day 7 - Dead Sea

This morning, travel along the King's Highway – a winding road that
follows the contours of the rocky hills, occasionally passing nomadic
shepherds as they tend their flocks in the few areas where there’s
water. Descend lower and lower until you eventually arrive on the
shores of the Dead Sea. When you arrive, put your swimwear on and
take a dip in the salty lake. While you’re here, maybe grab a handful
of the shoreline’s mud and slop it over your body – it’s full of
nutrient-rich natural minerals that are meant to have healing
properties and will leave your skin feeling great. This evening,
maybe find a nearby restaurant and head out for dinner with your
fellow travellers.

included:Dead Sea - visit and swim

accommodation:Holiday Inn or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

day 8 - Cairo

Say goodbye to the Dead Sea after breakfast and travel to Amman’s
Queen Alia International Airport where you’ll board a flight to Cairo.
On arrival to Cairo you'll be transferred to your hotel and have some free time to relax before joining a second welcome meeting at 5pm this afternoon where you'll meet your local leader for the next part of your trip. After your meeting, you'll be able to head out for a delicious dinner at a nearby restaurant.

accommodation:Pyramids Park Hotel or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

day 9 - Overnight Train

This morning, head to Giza – home to some of the world’s most iconic sights and one of the Ancient Seven Wonders of the World. Explore the structures that have stood tall for 4500 years and uncover the mysteries surrounding them with your leader. Head to a spot where you'll have a panoramic view of the three pyramids, before checking out the Great Sphinx of Giza. For lunch, follow your leader to a local restaurant to try a koshary plate (a tasty and filling Egyptian take on pasta). After, make your way to the Grand Egyptian Museum, newly open in November 2025, which houses one of the world's greatest collections of antiquities. Wander through the treasure-filled halls while your leader highlights the true gems of the exhibits. Later, meet your leader and travel to the nearby train station, where you’ll board an overnight sleeper train bound for Aswan.

included:Cairo - Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, Cairo - Grand Egyptian Museum

accommodation:Overnight sleeper train

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

day 10 - Aswan

This morning, wake up in Aswan – a city on the Nile River, known for its archaeological sites and ruins. After dropping your bags at the hotel and freshening up, you'll head off to explore Philae Temple. Also known as the Temple of Isis, Philae Temple is an ancient Egyptian temple complex located on Agilkia Island. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, the temple dates back to the Ptolemaic and Roman eras and is famous for its well-preserved hieroglyphic reliefs and soaring columns. This afternoon is free for you to rest and relax. Tonight visit a Nubian village for dinner with a local family. This is a great way to immerse your family in a different culture and learn about another way of life.

included:Aswan - Philae Temple, Aswan - Nubian Village Visit and Dinner

accommodation:Obelisk hotel or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

day 11 - Aswan

Today is free for you to explore Aswan or the surrounding area at your family’s preferred pace. Maybe visit the Abu Simbel – these two temples, one for Ramses II and another he dedicated to his wife Queen Nefertari, were cut into the cliff face in the 13th century and remain impressive in their scope and detail. If you would prefer to stay in Aswan and get a taste of contemporary Egypt, there’s plenty to do. The relaxed atmosphere makes Aswan a great city to wander and watch the boats cruise the Nile, plus there’s always the hotel pool nearby where you and the kids can cool off. In the afternoon, regroup for a sail on the Nile in a traditional felucca before finishing the day with an included dinner in a nearby local restaurant.

included:Aswan - Sunset felucca sail

accommodation:Obelisk hotel or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

day 12 - Luxor

This morning, say goodbye to Aswan as you drive to Luxor. When you arrive, visit the Temple of Karnak – the largest religious building in the world, built over 4000 years ago. Set off on a guided tour of this vast system of pylons, obelisks and chapels including the Avenue of Sphinxes and the Great Temple of Amun and hear about the stories and legends that shape this area. Also on this day you'll visit a local NGO, Animal Care in Egypt (ACE), one of our Intrepid Foundation partners, to learn about the work they do to care for wounded working animals in the region.

included:Luxor - Karnak Temple, Luxor - Animal Care in Egypt (The Intrepid Foundation Partner) visit

accommodation:Pyramisa Isis Hotel or similar

meals:1 Breakfast

day 13 - Luxor

Today, visit the Valley of the Kings. With a tour guide, you’ll spend a few hours exploring some of the beautifully decorated tombs of the 63 pharaohs who were buried here as part of their journey to the afterlife. It is here that the burial site of the boy-king, Tutankhamun, was re-discovered by British archaeologist Howard Carter in 1922. If you'd like to organise a visit to King Tut's tomb today, this can be arranged with advance notice – ask your leader for details at the beginning of your trip. Get to know more about the Egyptian way of life today with a visit to local Egyptian home for a delicious home cooked lunch. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy as you like.

included:Luxor - Valley of the Kings (entrance to 3 tombs), Luxor - Home cooked lunch

accommodation:Pyramisa Isis Hotel or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

day 14 - Hurghada

This morning, drive to Hurghada – a beach town stretching almost 40 km along Egypt’s Red Sea where you'll spend the next 2 nights in a beachfront, all-inclusive resort. After checking-in the rest of the day is free for you to explore at your own pace. Maybe wander through the Hurghada Museum or simply relax on the beautiful beaches or by the resort swimming pool.

accommodation:AMC Royal Hotel or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

day 15 - Hurghada

Today is a free day for you to relax, explore or take part in one of the many optional activities on offer. You might like to join the Red Sea snorkelling boat trip, which is a favourite activity for most kids! Underneath the water are vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life like gentle turtles and playful stingrays. Tonight, regroup with your fellow travellers for a final dinner together and toast to a magical Egyptian adventure!

accommodation:AMC Royal Hotel or similar

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

day 16 - Hurghada

As there are no further activities, your trip comes to an end today. There is plenty more to see and do in Hurghada so you may like to stay longer, otherwise an International airport is located nearby and transfers can be arranged at an additional cost. For those wanting to return to Cairo a group transfer by private vehicle is offered departing around 9 am and returning to Cairo by approximately 3 pm. This can be booked as an optional extra just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.

meals:1 Breakfast

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel (11 nights), Overnight sleeper train (1 night) Desert Camp (1 night), Resort (1 night)

Meals

13 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 9 Dinners

Transport

Overnight train, Private Minivan, Flight

Guide

An expert tour leader

Included Activities

Cairo - Pyramids of Giza and the SphinxCairo - Egyptian MuseumLuxor - Temple of KarnakLuxor - Valley of the Kings (entrance to 3 tombs)Aswan - Philae TempleAswan - Nubian Village Visit and DinnerAswan - Felucca SailJerash - Roman ruinsAlloun - Ajloun Reserve WalkDana - Village visitPetra - Little PetraPetra - Guided tourPetra - Cooking ClassWadi Rum - 4WD jeep safariDead Sea - visit and swim

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