15 Day Egypt Itinerary cairo and Jordan

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Enjoy Egypt -Jordan 15 Days itinerary  Visit Cairo, The Pyramids of Giza  the white desert, Luxor, Aswan and Hurghada, Book Now online 
 

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Day 1- Arrival in Cairo: 21 Dec 

Marsa Alam Tours representative will meet & assist you at Cairo  International Airport, Transfer to the hotel by private air-conditioned vehicle for a Free evening. Depends on your arrival. If you have an early flight to Cairo you can contact us to make a tour suggestion.Once at the hotel, we will assist you with a check and then we’ll discuss your tour itinerary with you, and also confirm pick-up times for your various tours.Go strolling around the city; sample some local cuisine.relax next to the pool, or simply retire to you room for some peace and quiet.

Day 2: Aswan Attraction- Nile Cruise:22 Dec 

Fly to Aswan early morning Pick up from the airport in Aswan Today you will visit Aswan attractions, including the Temple of Philae, and tour by Felucca around Elephantine, the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk
Phiala temple:
Built to honor the goddess, Isis, this was the last temple built in the classical Egyptian style. Construction began around 690 BC, and it was one of the last outposts where the goddess was worshipped.
The high dam:
Aswan High Dam is a rock-fill dam located at the northern border between Egypt and Sudan. The dam is fed by the River Nile and the reservoir forms Lake Nasser. Construction for the project began in 1960 and was completed in 1968. It was officially inaugurated in 1971.
The Unfinished Obelisk   :
Aswan was the source of ancient Egypt’s finest granite, used to make statues and embellish temples, pyramids, and obelisks. The large unfinished obelisk in the Northern Quarries has provided valuable insight into how these monuments were created, although the full construction process is still not entirely clear. Three sides of the shaft, nearly 42m long, were completed except for the inscriptions. At 1168 tonnes, the completed obelisk would have been the single heaviest piece of stone the Egyptians ever fashioned. 
12:00 lunch on board the Cruise
at 16:00 sailing trip with Felucca around Elphinatine island and Visit Lord Kitchener island-
Optional trip to the Nubian village
The Nubian village is one of Aswan's attractions. It's worth visiting and spending  2 hours. The place is very authentic and genuine, Colorful and artistic, the Nubian Village will surprise you in every corner! While walking in the village, you will straight away feel the soul of this place!
Dinner &overnight on board the Cruise
Meals: Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
 Day 3- Abu simple: 23 Dec 
Breakfast & Lunch onboard the cruise.Early Visit to Abu Simbel from Aswan
Abu Simbel temples:
The two temples of Ramses the second and the Queen Nefertari were carved out of the Mountain on the west bank of the Nile between 1274 and 1244 B.c, The Great Temple was dedicated to Ramses the second, Ra-Harakhty, Amun Ra, and Ptah, with 4 Colossal statues, The second temple was dedicated to The Queen Nefertari and Goddess Hathor, the two temples were dismantled stone by stone and rebuilt on higher ground, The preservation of the two temples of Abu Simbel must Rank as the greatest Achievement of the Unesco.
lunch on the Nile cruise
13:00 Sail to Kom Ombo
The Temple of Kom Ombo:
The temple and the associated settlement site are located 40 K.m north of Aswan, the temple was dedicated to the deities Sobek and Horus and dates mainly to the Ptolemaic and Roman periods (332 B.b -395 A.c)
Sail to Edfu-Overnight in Edfu 
Dinner &overnight onboard the Cruise
Galabyia Party.
Day 4- Edfu and Luxor: 24 Dec 

Breakfast on the board on the Nile cruise, Breakfast on the Nile Cruise, Visit the Edfu around 08:00 by horse carriage 

Edfu temple  :

Upper Egyptian site dominated by a large well -Preserved temple, dedicated to the hawk-God Horus, The Construction of Ptolemaic temple of Horus, which was founded on the site of a much earlier temple, dated to the period between the reigns of Ptolemy the Third(246 B.c), The descriptions on the walls include the Myth of contending of Horus and Seth(Probably performed annually as a religious Drama

You will be back around 10:00 

Lunch on the Cruise 
At 10:30 Sail to  Luxor  through Esna lock

Arrive  Luxor  at 18:00
Visit  Luxor temple.
Luxor  Temple:
Largely built by the New Kingdom Pharaoh Amenhotep the Third and Completed by King Tutankhamon and the Great King Ramses the second, The First pylon was raised by Ramses the second and Decorated  with His Military Battle of Kadesh
Dinner &overnight on board the Cruise

Optional trip to the sound Light  Karnak    temple - 40 $ P.P
Day 5-Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut:25 Dec 
Optional trip Balloon ride over the Valley of the Kings 80 $ per person
Breakfast on the board on the Nile cruise Then Disembarkation Visit the west bank of Luxor and Karnak   
The Valley of the Kings:
Once  called the great Place of the Truth, this valley is Called now the valley of the Kings, It is a Majestic domain of the Pharaohs who once lay in great stone Sarcophagi, awaiting immortality, The isolated valley behind Deir el Bahri is dominated by the Pyramid-Shaped Mountain Peak
The colossi of Memnon:
Massive  pair statues Know as the  Colossi of Memnon, Rising about 18 M from the plain, They are the remains of what was once the largest  complex on the west bank, Built by Amenhotep the Third
The Queen Hatshepsut temple :
Rising out of the desert Plain, in a series of terraces, The temple of Hatshepsut Mergs with sheer limestone Cliffs of the eastern face of the Theban Mountain as if Nature herself had built this Extraordinary monument.
Karnak   Temple :
Karnak is more than A temple, is a spectacular Complex of Sanctuaries, Kiosks, Pylons, and Obelisks, All dedicated to the Theban gods and to the Greater Glory of Egypt`s Pharaohs, Karnak  was the Most Important place for the worship of the Theban Triad(Amun, Mut, and Khonso) 
Lunch will be served during the trip
then you will be transferred to Luxor airport for a short flight to Cairo then Sharm el sheikh 
Flights will usually be indirect and go through Cairo.
Day 6 Giza Pyramids - Egyptian Museum:26 Dec 
Check out after breakfast, then join your private tour guide to visit Cairo Highlights including:
The Egyptian Museum:
The museum displays a rare collection of 5,000 years of art. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, including an exhibit dedicated to Tutankhamun's collection of treasure, gold, and jewellery which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Cairo then proceed to visit

Cairo Day Tour (Giza Pyramids – Memphis and Saqqara) start your Cairo Day Tour by visiting the Pyramids of Giza,
  Visit Giza Pyramids
The complex includes three main pyramids, the great sphinx and the Valley Temple.The complex dates back to the 4th dynasty 2500 years B.C.
The Great Pyramid:
It is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids of Giza plateau and the only one to remain intact from the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World. The height of the Great Pyramid is 147m, the number of stones used in construction is 2,300,000 and it took twenty years to be built.
 The Great Sphinx:
It is the largest statue in the world, standing 73 m. long, 19 m. wide, and 20 m height. It is the oldest known monumental sculpture.
The Valley Temple:
A Granite mortuary temple was used by Ancient Egyptians for the mummification process and this is the only remaining one at the Giza plateau.
Lunch will be served at the Pyramids then move to visit:
 Memphis, Sakkara  Pyramids. You will start with the Step Pyramid at Sakkara, which is considered the world's oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty for King Djoser. After that transfer to Memphis which was founded by King Menes, and was the capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom, it was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3000 years the first capital of Egypt, and see the Statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx of Memphis. Then drive to your hotel in  Cairo
back to Cairo overnight in Cairo
Day 7:Cairo to Sharm El Sheik:27 Dec 
Early flight to Sharm You will once again be met at Sharm International Airport and then driven to the hotel where 
After enjoying your breakfast in your hotel, you can either have this day all to yourself to enjoy Sharm El Sheikh as you wish,enjoy a city tour in sharm 
Meals included: Breakfast and .dinner 
Day 8: The Incredible St. Catherine Monastery:28 Dec 
After breakfast, you will be taken to the Monastery of St. Catherine in Sinai. This is located by the foot of Mount Moses. Here, you will find gardens and stunning cypress trees.
The monastery is operated by the Greek Orthodox Church and has the second-largest collection of illuminated manuscripts. It is here you will find the Burning Bush as well as incredible pieces of artwork.
Meals included: Breakfast + Lunch
Day 9 flight to Cairo from Sharm  29 Dec 
Around 13:00 pick up from your hotel to Sharm airport for a short flight to cairo 
overnight in Cairo 
Day 10 Alexandria Day tour 30 Dec 
Start your private tour to   Alexandria   from  Cairo  , starts at 7:00 am with Pickup from your hotel by our Egyptologist, and transfer by Private A/C Vehicle to   Alexandria  , The distance is 220 k/m Northwest of   Cairo  . Arrive at    Alexandria   around 10 am
Start your day Tour in  Alexandria  Visiting The Roman  Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa  
The Catacombs Kom el Shoqafa  :
Archaeologists believe that the Catacomb of Kom el Shoqafa was started in the 2nd century A.D. and was used to intern the dead for the next 200 years. This was a period in the history of the city of  Alexandria  when there was a great mixture of different cultures. Of course, there was the ancient history of the great Egyptian kingdoms which went back thousands of years
Pompey Pillar:
Has nothing to do with Pompey. The story behind the name refers to the possible burial ground of the Roman general when he fled to Egypt and was assassinated after losing a major battle in Greece against Caesar. The red granite column was probably built to honor Emperor Diocletian. Today it stands 25 meters high and is the tallest ancient monument in  Alexandria
The Citadel of Sultan Qeitbay:
The Citadel was built in the 15th Century by the Mamlouk Sultan Qeitbay, To Guard the City against the threat of Crusaders, This wonderful Islamic Monument was built by the use of the ruins of the old Lighthouse that was constructed by Ptolemy 11 in 3rd Century B.c. The Lighthouse was damaged during an Earthquake that Occurred in Egypt in 1303 A.c during the reign of the Mamlouk King  Qeitbay
Lunch in  Alexandria  in Egyptian Restaurant
The new Library of  Alexandria  :
The Library of  Alexandria  was reborn in October 2002 to reclaim the mantle of its ancient namesake. It is not just an extraordinarily beautiful building; it is also a vast complex where the arts, history, philosophy, and science come together. Moreover, the myriad activities it offers have made it a place for open discussion, dialogue, and understanding.
Day 11:Old Cairo and transfer to Jordon  31 Dec 
 Your guide will accompany you around 8 am to visit 
Salah el din Citadel:
It served as Egypt's seat of government till the 1860s, Cairo Citadel is a magnificent fortress. It was constructed during Salah ad-Din reign. The construction work has started in 1176 and was completed in 1182.
Then pay a visit to 
Mohamed Ali Mosque:
It was constructed between 1830 and 1848, the mosque named " The Alabaster Mosque" because most of the walls made out of pure alabaster. The mosque is a replica of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul
The Coptic Cairo:
The Hanging Church, one of the oldest churches in Egypt, Church of Abu Serga, The synagogue of Ben Ezra Khan El Khalili Bazaar:
No visit to Cairo is complete without a stop to Khan EL Khalili bazaar; one of the most famous and oldest bazaars in the Middle East.
then transfer to Cairo airport for a flight to Jordon at 2:00 pm to catch the flight to Jordon at 17:10 to Amman 
overnight in amman 
 Day 12 Madaba- Mount Nebo - Kerak – Madaba Overnight 1st Jan 
Start the day with a visit to Madaba, known for its Byzantine mosaics, including the famous 6th-century mosaic map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. Next, we’ll take you to Mount Nebo, where Moses is said to have viewed the Promised Land, and then to the castle of Kerak, a Crusader fortress built in the 12th century. End the day in Madaba, spend the night at a hotel in Madaba. 
Meals included: Breakfast + Lunch
Day 13: Petra + Wadi Rum – Wadi Rum Overnight   2 Jan 
Explore the ancient city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Walk through the Siq, a narrow canyon with towering sandstone walls, and emerge at the Treasury, a magnificent facade carved into the rock. Continue through the site, which includes a theater, temples, tombs, and other structures from the Nabataean period. Then Take a trip to Wadi Rum, a desert valley known for its stunning landscape of sandstone mountains, red sand dunes, and rock formations. Take a jeep tour of the valley, stopping to admire the natural beauty and learn about the Bedouin culture that has inhabited the area for centuries,. Spend the night at a camp  the Dead Sea area 
Meals included: Breakfast + Lunch
Day 14: Dead Sea - Jerash 3 Jan 
After breakfast, visit the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth and known for its healing properties and high salt content. Float in the salty water and enjoy the unique experience, Then we will head to Jerash, one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world, located a few hours, and then transfer to Cairo 
Overnight in Cairo 
Day 15 Memphis and Sakkara day tour and  Departure  4 Jan  
You will be picked up from your hotel by Marsa Alam tour guide to enjoy Cairo Day Tour to Memphis Sakkara and Dahshur Pyramids. You will start with the Step Pyramid at Sakkara, which is considered the world's oldest major stone structure. It was built in the 3rd Dynasty for King Djoser. Then Proceed to have your lunch at a local restaurant. After that transfer to Memphis which was founded by King Menes, and was the capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom, it was considered to be a center of rule and culture for over 3000 years the first capital of Egypt, and see the Statue of Ramses II and the Alabaster Sphinx of Memphis. Then drive to Dahshur, Two of the later pyramids constructed here have been completely destroyed by time, and the elements and several others, such as the Black Pyramid (12th Dynasty, 1929-1885 BC), are badly damaged, but Dahshur also boasts two of Egypt’s best-preserved early pyramids. Both built during the reign of King Sneferu (2613-2589 BC), the founder of the 4th Dynasty, the Bent Pyramid, and the Red Pyramid at Dahshur are massive evidence of the architectural development that lead to the construction of the Great Pyramid and it companions at Giza. Then  transfer to Cairo airport for departure 
 

Aspectos importantes

  ► EGYPT
  • ► Cairo
  • ► Luxor
  • ► Aswan
  • ► Abu Simbel
  • ► Felucca Cruise
  • ► Luxor
  • ► Sharm Mount Sinai
  ► JORDAN
  • ► Wadi Rum
  • ► Petra
  • ► Dead Sea
  • ► Amman
 ► Inclusions :
  • ►Meet and greet service for all arrivals and departures
  • ►Customer service assistance throughout your stay
  • ►All road travel in private air-conditioned vehicles
  • ►Hotel accommodations for 3 nights in Cairo (includes breakfasts)
  • ►Hotel accommodation for 1 night in Aswan(includes breakfasts)
  • ►Accommodation for 3 nights on board the 5-Star Nile cruise ship (full board)
  • ►Hotel accommodation for 2 nights in Sharm el Sheikh (full board )
  • ►Hotel accommodation for 3 nights in Amman (includes breakfasts)
  • ►All tours mentioned in the Egypt and Jordan trip itinerary
  • ►Lunch meals during tours in Cairo
  • ►Entrance fees to all attractions mentioned in the Egypt and Jordan trip itinerary
  • ►Private English-speaking guide in Cairo
  • ► English-speaking guide on the cruise
  • ► Local English-speaking guides in Petra and Jerash for about 2-3 hours
  • ►English assistant driver in the Dead Sea, Madaba, Nebo and Ajloun
  • ►  Domestic Flight ticket
  • ► International flight from Sharm to Amman
  • ► Meals as mentioned in the above Egypt and Jordan tour itinerary
  • ►All service charges and taxes
► Exclusions 
  • ► International airfare (flight to Egypt and flight home from Jordan)
  • ► Entry visa for Egypt and Jordan
  • ► Optional trips not mentioned in the Egypt and Jordan itinerary
  • ► Personal expenses
  • ► Tips for services received at restaurants etc.

►  Please remember to bring:

  • ►  Passports valid 6 months
  • ►  Hat
  • ►  Suncreams
  • ►  Sunglasses

►  Accommodation Plan:

  • ►  In Cairo: Sky pyramids 

  • ►  In Aswan-Basmatic Guest house 

 ►  Duration:

  • ►  About 14  Days / 13 Nights

 ►  Type:

  • ►  Private

►   Run:

  • ►  Everyday

►   Pick-Up Time:

  • ►  according to the flight

► Booking Method:

  • ► Full Payment during the trip or by Visa Card Online Via our website​​​​​

Reservations should be made as early as possible to book the desired Nile cruise, spaces will be secured upon receiving a deposit of 25 %, and during the Christmas and New Year holidays, the required deposit is 50%. This deposit forms part of your final payment. Deposits can only be made by credit cards, wire transfer and or the Western Union

►  Tipping

It is a customary attitude for expressing one's satisfaction with good services rendered to him by staff on duty with him. We advise if you are willing to offer it, this would be great and if not, you are not obliged to do it.

►  Prices:

Prices are quoted in $ USA Dollars per person per trip in Double Cabin 

►  Payment PolicyChildren Policy:

  • ►  0 - 01.99 Free of Charge

  • ►  2 - 5.99 pay 25% of the tour price
  • ►  6 - 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
  • ►  12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.