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IMAGES OF JORDAN & EGYPT
Day 1 London to Amman
Fly from London with BMI to Amman where you will be met upon arrival
and transferred to the Marriott Amman Hotel for your two night stay.
(N)
Day 2 Amman & Jerash
Start the day with a city tour of Amman to include the archaeological
museum and a walk through the bazaars to the Gold Market. Also visit
the Roman ruins of the citadel and theatre which dates back to the
2nd century AD. Later proceed to the remarkably well preserved Greco-Roman
city of Jerash, known as the ‘Pompeii of the East’. Jerash
dates from the time of Alexander the Great and is renowned for its
imposing Roman Forum and mile-long ‘Street of Columns’.
(B/D)
Day 3 Amman to Petra – 315kms
Leave with your driver and guide and proceed south along the ancient
Kings’ Highway, with stops at the Byzantine Church of Mount
Nebo with its spectacular views over the Jordan Valley, Jericho and
the Judean Hills. It was from here that Moses is said to have seen
the ‘Promised Land’. Proceed to Madaba where you will
see a unique 6th Century mosaic map which portrays the Holy Land.
Finally visit Kerak to see the famous 12th Century crusader castle,
before arriving in Petra for a two night stay at the Movenpick Petra
Hotel. (B/D)
Day 4 Petra
A full day exploring the ‘Rose-Red City’ of Petra with
your guide. Hewn from solid rock Petra was founded by the Nabateans
and influenced by the Romans and Crusaders, before being abandoned
in the 6th century AD. Enter the city by foot through the Siq canyon,
a 1km long fissure through the towering cliffs, with a narrow winding
path that dramatically opens up to expose the awesome facade of the
Treasury. This historic site includes temples, baths, houses, paved
streets, public buildings, theatres, reservoirs and cisterns. (B/D)
Day 5 Petra to Dead Sea – 440kms
This morning head south to see the desert lunar landscapes of Wadi
Rum, made famous by Lawrence of Arabia, and take an exhilarating 4-wheel
drive across the dunes. Then continue north via the Desert Highway
to the Dead Sea to stay for two nights at the luxurious Movenpick
Resort and Spa. (B/D)
Day 6 Dead Sea
This morning visit the site of John the Baptist's settlement at Bethany
which is the baptism site of Jesus. The rest of your afternoon will
be at leisure to relax by the Dead Sea.
Day 7 Amman to Cairo – by air
This morning transfer to Amman Airport for the direct flight to Cairo.
On your arrival you will be met and transferred by car to Giza to
stay at the Oberoi Mena House Hotel for the next three nights.
Day 8 Cairo
This morning explore the ancient ruins at Memphis, founded around
3,100 BC, this is the legendary city of Menes, the King who united
Upper and Lower Egypt. Continue to the necropolis of Sakkara to see
the Step Pyramid of King Zoser. Later visit the mystical pyramids
at Giza, site of the Great Pyramid of Cheops. Also see the famous
Sphinx and the Solar Boat Museum. (B/L)
Day 9 Cairo
This morning, a tour of the Egyptian Antiquities Museum leads you
to the treasures of Tutankhamen and the Mummies Room. After lunch,
explore medieval Cairo, including the Mosque of Mohammed Ali and the
14th century Sultan Hassan Mosque, then wander through the Khan el
Khalili Bazaar. (B/L)
Day 10 Cairo to Aswan – by air
Early this morning fly to Aswan and on arrival proceed direct by private
transfer to the spectacular temple complex at Abu Simbel. Return by
air to Aswan to join the MS Oberoi Philae for the next four nights
afloat. After lunch enjoy a felucca cruise around the islands of the
Nile, followed by a visit to the Nubian Museum. Please note that travel
from Aswan to Abu Simbel will be by convoy and that the cruise, and
shore excursions, are operated on a ‘join-in basis’ with
other travellers. (B/L/D)
Day 11 Nile Cruise
After breakfast enjoy a visit to Aswan’s High Dam and Old Dam,
The Unfinished Obelisk and the beautiful temple of Isis on the island
of Philae. Returning to the boat for a buffet lunch, you then sail
to Kom Ombo and to visit the Temple of Sobek and Haroeris overlooks
the Nile. Built during the Ptolemaic period, it is unusual in that
it is in fact two temples – one devoted to the crocodile-god,
Sobek, and the other to Haroeris, the falcon-headed god (Horus the
Great). Continue to Edfu, where the boat will moor overnight. (B/L/D)
Day 12 Nile Cruise
This morning visit the wonderfully preserved Temple of Horus. The
sanctuary of Horus contains the granite shrine that once housed the
gold cult statue of Horus. This afternoon the boat continues along
the Nile to Esna, passing through the lock and sailing on to Luxor.
Overnight onboard in Luxor. (B/L/D)
Day 13 Nile Cruise
Crossing over to Luxor’s West Bank you will visit some of the
stunning tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Inconspicuous and unassuming,
the Valley of the Kings hides its secrets well. The grand pyramids
of the earlier pharaohs proved too tempting to grave robbers, so from
the eighteenth to twentieth Dynasties, 26 pharaohs opted to build
their tombs in the valley. Carving them deep into the mountains, far
from reach, Tutankhamen, Ramses the Great and Tuthmosis III's tombs
lie in this single, sprawling necropolis. Continuing to the Valley
of the Queens, you then return via the temple of Medinet Habu and
the Colossi of Memnon. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight on board in
Luxor. (B/L/D)
Day 14 Luxor to Cairo – by air
After breakfast disembark and proceed to visit the awe-inspiring temple
complex at Karnak, the most important place of worship in all Egypt
during Theban power. It was built, dismantled, restored, enlarged
and decorated by several pharaohs. It's a complex of sanctuaries,
obelisks and pylons, dedicated to the glory of the pharaohs. Also
visit the imposing Luxor Temple before taking your return flight to
Cairo. You will be met on arrival and transferred to the Fairmont
Towers Heliopolis Hotel which situated near the international airport.
(B)
Day 15 Cairo to London
Depart on the non-stop flight with BMI to London.
STAYING ON
Experience the desert at sunrise with and extend your time to include an overnight tented stay in Wadi Rum. Famous for its links to Lawrence of Arabia, Wadi Rum is an awe-inspiring place of endless ever-changing desert and towering rocky outcrops.
Relax and recuperate at the end of your tour with an extended stay in one of Egypt’s excellent beach hotels where an excellent option would be the Oberoi Sahal Hasheesh Hotel near Hurghada. A secluded haven on the Red Sea Coast, The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh is bordered by white sand, aquamarine waters and vibrantly-hued marine life and is easily reached by car from Luxor.
Extend your stay in Egypt and visit Alexandria, easily reached from Cairo. Stay for three nights at the Four Seasons Hotel which will provide ample time to visit Pompey’s Pillar, the Catacombs, the Roman Theatre, Bibliotheca Alexandria and El Alamein before returning to Cairo and London. Please note that the National Museum is currently closed for renovation.
Explore Bahariya Oasis and the White Desert - a four day / three night journey for the adventurous traveller. From Cairo drive to Bahariya Oasis to visit the Temple of Ain El Muftella, the Temple of Alexander the Great and the Museum of Bahariya where the Golden Mummies are displayed. Next day depart by Jeep to see the incredible landscapes of the White Desert where you will camp overnight. On the journey back to Bahariya the following day, visit the Pharaohs market and Pyramid Mountain before returning to Cairo and London.
Options abound for extended stays on the River Nile. In addition to the four night cruise detailed in this itinerary, the Oberoi Philae also operates a four night cruise starting from Luxor and a six night cruise from Aswan to Luxor, and vice versa, which takes in the additional sights of Quina and the Temple of Dendera.
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A Guide to Price – IMAGES OF JORDAN & EGYPT
Prices vary according to selected airlines, hotels and season, however, an indication to the current cost of this itinerary is from £5,640. All prices are per person and are based on a minimum of TWO persons travelling together and sharing a twin bedded room with meals as indicated. If you wish to travel alone we will be pleased to assist you with your arrangements and can provide a proposal on request.
Note: Meal Basis (N) = No Meal; (B) = Breakfast; (L) = Lunch; (D) = Dinner
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