Pyramids to Petra

Itinerary

Days 1-2 Cairo

This thriving metropolis is renowned for its mysterious Sphinx and the iconic Pyramids.

Days 3-5 Aswan

Savour a delightful traditional lunch before heading out into the desert on camelback. Later, glide along the Nile in a traditional sailboat and fall asleep under the night sky.

Days 6-7 Luxor

Take a donkey ride into the Valley of the Kings, maybe explore the monumental Karnak temple or watch feluccas float down the river at sunset.

Day 8 Cairo

Return to the capital and take the opportunity to delve deeper into the city's heritage with a visit to the expansive Egyptian Museum.

Day 9 Mt Sinai

Ascend the mystical mountain of Moses for panoramic views of the desert landscape.

Days 10-11 Nuweiba

Golden sands, balmy beaches and an overnight stay in a simple beach hut provides a refreshing interlude.

Day 12 Aqaba

Take a ferry across to Aqaba, the only seaport in Jordan.

Day 13 Wadi Rum

Trace the footsteps of Lawrence of Arabia across the desert valley and experience a memorable night with our Bedouin hosts.

Days 14-15 Petra

Ancient pink-hued structures carved into the rock of the surrounding mountains make Petra a truly unique experience.

Day 16 Madaba

Wander the Kerak crusader castle, float in the Dead Sea and travel to Madaba, a city where Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics evoke memories of lost empires.

Days 17-18 Madaba/Amman

White stone buildings pack Jordan's capital, with the Roman Theatre and King Abdullah Mosque being the standout attractions.