9-Day Egypt and Jordan Adventure: Cairo, Luxor, and Beyond

Good to know

• Duration 9 days
• Group size Up to 10
• Languages English, France, Germany, Italy
• Departs Everyday
• Start times 8:00 am
• Meeting point Cairo

Overview

Highlights

• Giza Pyramids
• the Great Sphinx
• Grand Egyptian Museum
• Saqqara Step Pyramid
• Hanging Church
• Khan El Khalili Bazaar
• Al-Muizz Street
• National Museum
• Valley of the Kings
• Temple of Hatshepsut
• St. George’s Church
• Mount Nebo
• Dead Sea
• Petra’s Siq and Treasury
• Royal Tombs
• Wadi Rum
• Luxor Temple
• Karnak Temple

What’s included

1. 01 Day 1 – Arrival in Cairo and Nile Dinner Cruise

   

   Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, a Book Egypt Travel representative will meet you, assist with arrival formalities, and help you identify and collect your luggage. You’ll then transfer by air-conditioned vehicle to your Cairo hotel to check in and relax.

   Dinner Cruise on the Nile

   In the evening, enjoy dinner aboard a Nile cruise, accompanied by live Egyptian music and traditional performances, including a Tanoura show. After the cruise, return to your hotel.

2. 02 Day 2 – Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum, and Flight to Luxor

   

   After breakfast and check-out, meet your guide and head to the Giza Plateau.

   Giza Pyramids Complex

   This celebrated archaeological site is home to the pyramids built for the kings of Egypt’s Fourth Dynasty. Its monumental architecture reflects the power, beliefs, and remarkable building skills of ancient Egypt.

   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 scale and precise construction continue to fascinate visitors and researchers.

   The Great Sphinx

   The Sphinx is a monumental statue with a lion’s body and a human head, traditionally associated with Pharaoh Khafre. Carved from the limestone bedrock, it stands as one of Egypt’s most recognizable ancient monuments.

   The Valley Temple

   Part of Khafre’s pyramid complex, the Valley Temple was used for royal funerary rituals. Its massive stone blocks and well-preserved interior offer a glimpse into Old Kingdom religious and architectural practices.

   Grand Egyptian Museum

   Located near the Giza Plateau, the Grand Egyptian Museum presents artifacts from across Egypt’s history. Its collection includes monumental statues and objects from the tomb of Tutankhamun, displayed in galleries designed to introduce visitors to ancient Egyptian civilization.

   Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before transferring to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.

3. 03 Day 3 – Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple

   

   After breakfast, explore Luxor’s East Bank.

   Karnak Temple

   Karnak is one of the largest religious complexes ever built. Developed over many centuries, it was a major center of worship dedicated primarily to the Theban god Amun and his divine family. Its monumental pylons, courtyards, obelisks, and Great Hypostyle Hall reveal the scale of ancient Egyptian religious life.

   Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then return to your hotel for time to relax before your evening visit.

   Luxor Temple by Night

   Set in the heart of modern Luxor, Luxor Temple is especially atmospheric after dark. Built mainly during the reign of Amenhotep III and expanded by later rulers, the temple is known for its elegant colonnades, statues, and detailed reliefs. It was closely connected with the annual Opet Festival, which celebrated the renewal of kingship.

   Return to your hotel for the night.

4. 04 Day 4 – Luxor’s West Bank

   

   After breakfast and check-out, explore the West Bank’s royal tombs and monuments.

   Temple of Hatshepsut

   Built for Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, this striking temple is set against a dramatic limestone cliff. Its terraces, colonnades, and carved reliefs commemorate the reign of one of Egypt’s most successful female rulers.

   Valley of the Kings

   The Valley of the Kings served as a royal burial ground during the New Kingdom. Its tombs were cut into the desert hills and decorated with scenes and texts connected with the pharaohs’ journey to the afterlife. The tombs open to visitors may vary, and some require a separate ticket.

   Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to the Colossi of Memnon.

   Colossi of Memnon

   These two monumental statues once stood at the entrance to the mortuary temple of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Although the temple has largely disappeared, the statues remain an impressive landmark on Luxor’s West Bank.

   Return to your Luxor hotel.

5. 05 Day 5 – Flight to Cairo and Historic Cairo

   

   After breakfast, check out and transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, meet your guide and explore historic Cairo.

   The Hanging Church

   Also known as the Church of the Virgin Mary, the Hanging Church is built above the southern gatehouse of the Roman Fortress of Babylon. Its interior features icons, a timbered ceiling, and decorative details reflecting centuries of Coptic Christian tradition.

   Ben Ezra Synagogue

   Ben Ezra is a historic synagogue in Old Cairo, associated with the Cairo Geniza, a remarkable collection of Jewish manuscripts and documents. The site reflects the area’s long and diverse religious history.

   National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

   The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization traces Egypt’s story from prehistoric times to the present. Its galleries explore different periods of Egyptian life, while the Royal Mummies Hall displays the remains of several ancient rulers.

   Al-Muizz Street

   Al-Muizz Street is a historic thoroughfare lined with mosques, schools, gates, and other examples of Islamic architecture. Its buildings offer a vivid sense of Cairo’s medieval history.

   Khan El Khalili Bazaar

   This historic market is known for its lively lanes and shops selling souvenirs, spices, jewelry, textiles, and traditional crafts. It’s also a popular place to stop for tea at a classic Cairo café.

   After sightseeing, transfer to your Cairo hotel.

6. 06 Day 6 – 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 Book Egypt Travel representative will meet you and assist with arrival formalities and luggage. You’ll then transfer by private vehicle to your hotel in Amman.

7. 07 Day 7 – Madaba, Mount Nebo, and the Dead Sea

   

   After breakfast, meet your driver and travel to Madaba.

   St. George’s Church and the Madaba Map

   St. George’s Greek Orthodox Church is home to the famous sixth-century mosaic map of the Holy Land. Though parts of the mosaic are missing, it remains an important example of early Christian art and offers a fascinating view of biblical geography.

   Mount Nebo

   Mount Nebo is traditionally associated with the biblical account of Moses viewing the Promised Land. From the summit, enjoy panoramic views across the Jordan Valley and, on clear days, toward the hills around Jerusalem.

   The Dead Sea

   The Dead Sea is known for its exceptionally salty water and its location at the lowest elevation on Earth’s surface. Take time by the shore and, if conditions allow, experience floating in the mineral-rich water.

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

8. 08 Day 8 – Petra and Wadi Rum

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

   

   Petra

   Petra was the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom and is renowned for its rose-colored sandstone monuments. Its temples, 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 entrance to Petra. Its high rock walls open onto the city’s most famous monument.

   Al-Khazneh (The Treasury)

   The Treasury is Petra’s most recognized façade, carved into the sandstone cliff in the first century AD. Despite its name, it is generally believed to have served as a tomb or temple.

   The Royal Tombs

   Carved into Petra’s eastern cliffs, the Royal Tombs form an impressive group of burial façades. Their varied designs and weathered colors offer insight into Nabataean funerary architecture.

   The Roman Theatre

   The theatre was first built by the Nabataeans and later modified during the Roman period. Carved partly into the rock, it could accommodate a large audience for performances and public gatherings.

   Qasr al-Bint

   Qasr al-Bint is one of Petra’s principal temples and one of the few major structures in the city built as a freestanding monument. Its surviving stonework gives visitors a sense of the religious architecture that once stood in Petra’s center.

   After your visit, travel to Wadi Rum and enjoy dinner at a Bedouin camp.

   Wadi Rum

   Known as the “Valley of the Moon,” Wadi Rum is a vast desert landscape of red sand, sandstone cliffs, and striking rock formations. Its natural scenery and archaeological remains tell the story of human life and travel across the region.

9. 09 Day 9 – Wadi Rum Safari and Departure

   

   After breakfast, set out on a 4–5-hour 4x4 safari through Wadi Rum’s desert landscape. Explore the area’s rock formations and historic sites, including:

   Um Frouth Rock Bridge

   This natural rock arch is a well-known landmark in Wadi Rum. Visitors can climb it for views of the surrounding desert; the ascent involves uneven terrain.

   Little Bridge

   A smaller natural rock arch set among Wadi Rum’s sandstone formations, Little Bridge is a scenic stop during the desert safari.

   Burdah Arch

   Burdah Arch is a striking natural rock bridge high in the mountains. Reaching it on foot requires a strenuous climb, so your visit will depend on the safari route and conditions.

   Nabataean Temple

   The remains of this temple reflect Wadi Rum’s historical connections to Nabataean trade routes. Its stonework and inscriptions provide evidence of the region’s ancient communities.

   Lawrence Spring

   Lawrence Spring is a natural water source associated with T. E. Lawrence, who travelled through Wadi Rum during the Arab Revolt. The spring has long served as a source of water in the desert.

   Khazali Canyon

   Khazali Canyon is a narrow gorge known for inscriptions and carvings on its rock walls. These markings offer a glimpse into the people who travelled through and lived in the region over many centuries.

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