From Cairo to Petra: An 8-Day Egypt & Jordan Adventure

Good to know

• Duration 8 days
• Group size Up to 10
• Languages English, France, Germany, Italy
• Departs Everyday
• Meeting point Cairo

Overview

Highlights

• Great Pyramids of Giza
• Great Sphinx
• Egyptian Museum
• Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara
• Citadel of Salah El-Din
• Khan El Khalili Bazaar
• National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
• Library of Alexandria
• Qaitbay Citadel
• Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa
• St. George’s Church in Madaba
• Mount Nebo
• Dead Sea
• The Siq at Petra
• The Treasury at Petra
• Royal Tombs of Petra
• Roman Theatre at Petra
• Wadi Rum desert

What’s included

1. 01 Day 1 – Arrival in Cairo

   

   Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, a Book Egypt Travel representative will meet you and assist with the arrival formalities. You will then meet your guide and transfer by air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Cairo. After check-in, take time to relax.

   Dinner Cruise on the Nile

   In the evening, enjoy dinner aboard a Nile cruise, with a meal and live entertainment featuring traditional Egyptian performances. After the cruise, return to your hotel for the night.

2. 02 Day 2 – Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum.

   

   After breakfast, meet your guide and travel to the Giza Plateau to explore some of Egypt’s most famous monuments.

   Giza Pyramids Complex

   The Giza Plateau is home to the pyramids built for the kings of Egypt’s Fourth Dynasty. The site offers a remarkable look at the ancient Egyptians’ funerary beliefs and architectural skill.

   The Great Pyramid of Khufu

   Built as the tomb of Pharaoh Khufu, the Great Pyramid is the largest pyramid at Giza and the only surviving wonder of the ancient world. Its immense scale and precise construction have fascinated visitors for thousands of years.

   The Great Sphinx

   The Sphinx is a monumental statue with a lion’s body and a human head, traditionally identified with Pharaoh Khafre. It stands near the pyramid complex and has become one of Egypt’s most recognizable landmarks.

   The Valley Temple

   This well-preserved temple was part of Khafre’s pyramid complex. It is associated with ancient royal funerary rituals and is notable for its massive stone blocks and granite features.

   Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to the Grand Egyptian Museum.

   Grand Egyptian Museum

   Located near the Giza Plateau, the Grand Egyptian Museum presents artifacts from across Egypt’s history. Its galleries include monumental statues, objects from the tomb of Tutankhamun, and exhibits that introduce visitors to ancient Egyptian culture.

   Return to your Cairo hotel.

3. 03 Day 3 – Alexandria Sightseeing

   

   After breakfast, travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Alexandria, Egypt’s historic Mediterranean city.

   Qaitbay Citadel

   Built in the fifteenth century on Alexandria’s eastern harbor, Qaitbay Citadel is a coastal fortress with views over the Mediterranean. It stands on the site traditionally associated with the ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria.

   Library of Alexandria

   The modern Library of Alexandria opened in 2002 as a tribute to the ancient library. Its distinctive architecture houses a major collection of books and cultural facilities, making it one of the city’s leading landmarks.

   Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then continue exploring Alexandria.

   Pompey’s Pillar

   This tall Roman column stands within the archaeological remains of the Serapeum. Erected in the late third century AD, it is one of Alexandria’s most prominent surviving monuments from the Roman period.

   Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa

   These underground tombs date mainly to the Roman period and combine Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artistic styles. Their chambers and carved decorations offer a glimpse into Alexandria’s multicultural history.

   After sightseeing, return to Cairo.

4. 04 Day 4 – Civilization Museum and Historic Cairo

   

   After breakfast, visit the Civilization Museum,

   The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

   Visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, home to artifacts that trace Egypt’s story from prehistoric times to the modern era. The museum also displays the Royal Mummies, offering a close look at some of Egypt’s most famous ancient rulers.

   Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then explore historic Cairo.

   The Hanging Church

   Also known as the Church of the Virgin Mary, the Hanging Church is one of Cairo’s best-known Coptic churches. It is built above the southern gate of the Roman Fortress of Babylon, which gives the church its name.

   Ben Ezra Synagogue

   Ben Ezra is one of the most significant historic synagogues in Cairo. It is associated with the discovery of the Cairo Geniza, a large collection of Jewish manuscripts and documents.

   Khan El Khalili Bazaar

   Khan El Khalili is a lively historic market with shops selling souvenirs, jewelry, textiles, spices, and other goods. Its narrow lanes and traditional cafés make it a memorable place to experience Cairo’s atmosphere.

   Return to your hotel.

5. 05 Day 5 – Cairo to Amman

   

   After breakfast, check out and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Amman. Upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport, a representative will meet you and assist with arrival procedures. Transfer to your hotel in Amman and check in.

6. 06 Day 6 – Madaba, Mount Nebo, and the Dead Sea

   

   After breakfast, meet your driver and travel to Madaba.

   St. George’s Church

   St. George’s Greek Orthodox Church is known for its sixth-century mosaic map of the Holy Land. The map depicts biblical locations and is an important example of early Christian mosaic art.

   Continue to Mount Nebo.

   Mount Nebo

   Mount Nebo is a hilltop site traditionally associated with the biblical story of Moses. Visitors come for its religious significance and its panoramic views across the Jordan Valley and, on clear days, toward the Dead Sea.

   Continue to the Dead Sea.

   The Dead Sea

   The Dead Sea lies at the lowest elevation on Earth’s surface and is known for its highly saline water. Visitors can relax by the shore and experience floating in the water, conditions permitting.

   Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then continue to Petra and check in to your hotel.

7. 07 Day 7 – Petra and Wadi Rum

   

   After breakfast and check-out, explore Petra with a local guide.

   Petra

   Petra was the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom and is renowned for its buildings carved into rose-colored sandstone. The ancient city’s monuments, tombs, and water systems reflect the skill and influence of the Nabataeans.

   The Siq

   The Siq is a narrow, winding gorge that forms the main approach to Petra’s central area. Its high rock walls create a dramatic entrance to the ancient city.

   Al-Khazneh (The Treasury)

   The Treasury is Petra’s best-known monument, with an elaborate façade carved directly into the sandstone cliff. Despite its name, it is generally understood to have served as a royal tomb or temple.

   The Royal Tombs

   Carved into Petra’s eastern cliffs, the Royal Tombs are a group of large burial façades. Their varied designs and weathered colors make them some of the city’s most striking monuments.

   Roman Theatre

   The theatre was originally built by the Nabataeans and later altered during the Roman period. Carved into the rock, it once accommodated a large audience for performances and gatherings.

   Qasr al-Bint

   Qasr al-Bint is one of Petra’s major freestanding temples. Its surviving stone structure offers an impression of the religious architecture that once stood in the city center.

   After your Petra visit, travel to Wadi Rum for dinner at a Bedouin camp.

   Wadi Rum

   Wadi Rum is a vast desert landscape of red sand, sandstone mountains, and natural rock formations. Its scenery and archaeological remains reflect a long history of human presence in the region.

8. 08 Day 8 – Wadi Rum Safari and Departure

   

   After breakfast at the camp, set out on a 4–5-hour 4x4 safari through Wadi Rum.

   Um Frouth Rock Bridge

   Um Frouth is a natural rock arch that visitors can climb for views across the desert. The ascent involves uneven terrain and may not suit everyone.

   Little Bridge

   This smaller natural rock arch is a distinctive formation in Wadi Rum. It offers a short stop to admire the surrounding desert scenery.

   Burdah Arch

   Burdah Arch is a high natural rock bridge set among Wadi Rum’s mountains. It is a well-known landmark; reaching it on foot involves a strenuous climb, so the safari route and access depend on conditions and the tour arrangement.

   Nabataean Temple

   The remains of the Nabataean Temple provide evidence of the region’s historical role along ancient trade routes. Inscriptions and stonework connect Wadi Rum to the wider Nabataean world.

   Lawrence Spring

   Lawrence Spring is a water source on the slopes above Wadi Rum. It is associated with T. E. Lawrence, who travelled through the region during the Arab Revolt.

   Khazali Canyon

   Khazali Canyon is a narrow cleft in the rock known for ancient inscriptions and carvings on its walls. The markings reflect the presence of communities and travelers in the area over many centuries.

   After the safari, transfer to Amman or Queen Alia International Airport for departure.

Availability

This tour departs on the following days. Send us your preferred date and we will confirm availability for you.

• Everyday

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