Pyramids to Petra with Cruise - 15 days

Pyramids to Petra with Cruise - 15 days

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Pyramids to Petra with Cruise - 15 days

15 Days Starting in Cairo, Egypt and ending in Amman, Jordan

Visiting: Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Luxor, Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 24

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

15-

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests

Interests:

Cultural, Wildlife Tours

Activities:

Walking

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NB: Prices correct on 22-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 15-day journey from the iconic Pyramids of Giza to the enchanting city of Petra, with a luxurious Nile cruise in between. This cultural adventure takes you through the heart of Egypt and Jordan, exploring ancient wonders and breathtaking landscapes. Marvel at the grandeur of the Pyramids, the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum, and the tombs of the Valley of the Kings. Cruise the Nile in style, visiting the temples of Kom Ombo and Philae. In Jordan, wander through the rose-red city of Petra, experience the vast desert of Wadi Rum on a 4x4 safari, and float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea. With expert guides and comfortable accommodations, this tour offers an unforgettable exploration of two of the world's most fascinating countries.

Highlights

  • Petra - Discover the spectacular UNESCO-listed Nabataean city, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

  • Cairo - Marvel at the legendary Pyramids of Giza and explore the Necropolis of Saqqara.

  • Wadi Rum - Explore the vast red desert with its rolling dunes and dramatic rock formations in a 4x4.

  • Luxor West Bank - Discover exquisite tombs at the Valley of the Kings and explore the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.

  • The Dead Sea - Float in the famously buoyant, mineral-rich waters and smother yourself in Dead Sea mud.

  • Aswan - Take a leisurely boat trip to Agilika Island to explore the romantic Philae Temple.

  • Nile cruising - Cruise from Aswan to Luxor, spending 3 nights on board a 5-star Nile cruiser.

  • Madaba - See Jordan’s finest Byzantine mosaics at the Church of St George.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Cairo

Location: Cairo

Arrive Cairo and included transfer to hotel. Welcome to Egypt and the start of your holiday! Our welcome meeting is at 7pm this evening.

Day 2 : Pyramids Of Giza

Location: Giza

Meals Included: Breakfast

Our first stop for today is the magnificent Pyramids of Giza and iconic Sphinx, before continuing to Saqqara to see Zhoser’s step pyramid.

Day 3 : Cairo

Location: Cairo

Meals Included: Breakfast

Cairo - Aswan. This morning we join our guided tour of the incredible new Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza. This vast 490,000 sq.m complex showcases an astonishing collection of artefacts from nearly every period of ancient Egyptian history. Among the highlights are treasures of King Tutankhamun, with plans for his famous solid gold funerary mask to eventually be showcased here, alongside many items being exhibited for the first time. Later, we make our way to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which remains home to a vast collection of statues, jewellery, and sarcophagi. Here, we’ll see the well-preserved mummies of Yuya and Thuyu, high-ranking nobles and the great-grandparents of King Tutankhamun. Some mummies are so well preserved they still have thick locks of hair and visible fingernails. After our excursion, we return to the hotel to enjoy some free time by the pool before boarding the overnight sleeper train to Aswan.

Day 4 : Aswan

Location: Aswan

Accommodation Name: Nile Cruiser

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrival and enjoy a leisurely boat trip to Agilika Island for Philae Temple and our final stop is a traditional perfume oil emporium. Check-in on board our cruiser and as the sun sets, there is free time to shop in the colourful souqs and markets.

Day 5 : Abu Simbel

Location: Abu Simbel

Accommodation Name: Nile Cruiser

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Opt to join the excursion to the famous rock cut temple of Abu Simbel (best pre booked prior to arrival in Egypt). Our cruiser then sets sail along the river to Kom Ombo, where we enjoy a short stop to explore this site.

Day 6 : Nile Cruising

Location: Luxor

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Luxor - Nile Cruiser

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Chill out on deck and watch the locals going about their daily lives. Enjoy a swim and let your troubles melt away as we cruise the River Nile to Luxor. Home of the legendary Valley of the Kings! Arrival late this afternoon and free time is offered to independently explore.

Day 7 : Luxor

Location: Luxor

Meals Included: Breakfast

Disembark and then check into our hotel. Relax by the pool or head out and shop up a storm, explore more of Luxor's histry or or find a cafe' to sit and watch the world go by. Tonight, an optional visit is available to the Temple of Luxor (booked locally).

Day 8 : Luxor

Location: Luxor

Accommodation Name: Sleeper Train

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today we venture to the West Bank to explore the tomb strewn Valley of the Kings. We'll also visit the Colossi of Memnon, the Valleys of the Kings and the awesome colonnaded Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. This afternoon we explore the colossal Temple of Karnak, before boarding our overnight sleeper train to Cairo.

Day 9 : Cairo

Location: Cairo

Meals Included: Breakfast

Arrive Cairo and hotel check in, the rest of the day is at leisure, relax by the hotel pool, independently explore or perhaps head to the famous Khan el Khalili bazaar.

Day 10 : Cairo

Location: Amman

Meals Included: Breakfast

Hotel check out and included onward departure transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Amman (FLIGHT NOT INCLUDED - enquire with your consultant for further information). Arrival Amman Airport and included transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or head out and explore the city of Amman.

Day 11 : Madaba

Location: Petra

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today we explore the Citadel and Archaeological Museum. Leaving Amman, we'll visit Madaba and Mt. Nebo, and then continue onto Um ar-Rasas, one of Jordan’s World Heritage sites. Our final stop today is Petra, this evening consider our optional Petra by Night excursion (bookable locally).

Day 12 : Petra

Location: Petra

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning we walk through the mysterious mile-long Siq, to explore the Khazneh (the temple of Indiana Jones fame), Theatre, Colonnaded Street and Museum. After lunch, we climb to ad-Deir (the Monastery) and this evening, why not try your hand at Jordanian cooking, see the details for the optional Petra Kitchen add-on (best pre booked).

Day 13 : Wadi Rum

Location: Wadi Rum

Accommodation Name: camp site

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning offers the opportunity to return to Petra. We then stop at the Wadi Musa souk to pick up lunch before making the scenic drive to Wadi Rum. Afternoon jeep tour to our remote camp site deep in the heart of the Wadi Rum.

Day 14 : Dead Sea

Location: Dead Sea

Accommodation Name: resort by the Dead Sea

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the campsite, we head north along the Desert Highway and visit Shobak Crusader Castle. We drive on and arrive at the Dead Sea where we can bob in the mineral rich waters. Later, we trek the Siq Trail of Wadi Mujib before returning to our resort by the Dead Sea.

Day 15 : Amman

Location: Amman

Meals Included: Breakfast

Onward departure transfer to Amman's Queen Alia Airport. Departure transfers are offered at 04:00, 07:00 and 12:00 today. If you would like a departure transfer at any other time or a transfer with post tour accommodation this can be arranged at an additional cost.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    4 - 5 star

  • Breakfast daily, 3 lunches and 4 dinners

    Enjoy daily breakfast, along with 3 lunches and 4 dinners during the tour.

  • 9 nights 4-5 star hotels, 1 night Wadi Rum deluxe desert camp, 3 nights aboard a 5 star Nile Cruiser (en suite cabin)

    Stay in 4-5 star hotels for 9 nights, experience a night in a deluxe desert camp in Wadi Rum, and enjoy 3 nights on a 5-star Nile Cruiser with an en suite cabin.

  • 2 overnight trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo (Private 2 berth sleeper cabin)

    Travel on two overnight trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo in a private 2 berth sleeper cabin.

  • Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 and day 15

    Receive airport transfers upon arrival on day 1 and departure on day 15, with specific departure times available.

  • Touring - Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Aswan and Luxor

    Explore the historic sites of Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Aswan, and Luxor with guided tours.

  • Touring - Amman, Dead Sea, Petra, Wadi Rum, Umm ar-Rasas, Mt Nebo and Shobak

    Discover the wonders of Amman, the Dead Sea, Petra, Wadi Rum, Umm ar-Rasas, Mt Nebo, and Shobak with guided tours.

  • Wadi Rum - 4x4 desert safari through the sand dunes

    Experience a thrilling 4x4 desert safari through the sand dunes of Wadi Rum.

  • Dead Sea - Free time to swim and detox

    Enjoy free time to swim and detox in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea.

  • Escorted by an Egyptian tour guide degree qualified in Egyptology and a licensed Jordanian tour guide

    Be accompanied by an Egyptian tour guide with a degree in Egyptology and a licensed Jordanian tour guide.

  • All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

    Travel in comfort with all relevant transfers and transportation provided in private modern air-conditioned vehicles.

What's Not Included

  • International flight between Cairo and Amman is not included

    The international flight between Cairo and Amman is not included and needs to be booked separately by the traveller.

  • International flights and visas

    International flights and visas are not included in the tour package.

  • Tip for your tour guides in Egypt and Jordan

    Tips for your tour guides in Egypt and Jordan are not included; it is recommended to allow USD$8 per day, per traveller.

  • Entrance Fees

    Entrance fees amounting to USD$210-230 per person, paid in local currency, are not included.

Age Policy

15+ if accompanied by an adult. 15+ for all tours that include a Nile Cruiser. Where a tour includes an overnight felucca the Min age is 18 yrs, except 'with teens' tours as life jackets are worn'.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with private modern air-conditioned vehicles for all relevant transfers and transportation. Enjoy two overnight trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo in private 2-berth sleeper cabins, and cruise the Nile from Aswan to Luxor aboard a 5-star Nile Cruiser.

Accommodation

Enjoy 9 nights in 4-5 star hotels, 1 night in a deluxe desert camp in Wadi Rum, and 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile Cruiser with en suite cabins. Experience comfort and luxury throughout your journey, ensuring a restful stay after each day's adventures.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 9 nights in 4-5 star hotels, 1 night in a Wadi Rum deluxe desert camp, and 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile Cruiser with en suite cabins.

  • Are there any meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour package includes breakfast daily, 3 lunches, and 4 dinners.

  • Is there a guide provided during the tour?

    Yes, the tour is escorted by an Egyptian tour guide who is degree qualified in Egyptology and a licensed Jordanian tour guide.

  • What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

    All relevant transfers and transportation are provided in private modern air-conditioned vehicles. Additionally, there are two overnight trains from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor to Cairo in private 2 berth sleeper cabins.

  • Is the international flight between Cairo and Amman included in the tour?

    No, the international flight between Cairo and Amman is not included and needs to be booked separately by the traveller.

  • What activities are included in Wadi Rum?

    In Wadi Rum, a 4x4 desert safari through the sand dunes is included, and you will spend a night camping under the stars.

  • What is the policy on tipping during the tour?

    Tipping is recommended for your tour guides in Egypt and Jordan, with a suggested amount of USD$8 per day, per traveller, though tipping is entirely at your discretion.

  • What is the age policy for this tour?

    The minimum age for this tour is 15 years if accompanied by an adult. For tours that include a Nile Cruiser, the minimum age is also 15 years. If the tour includes an overnight felucca, the minimum age is 18 years, except for 'with teens' tours where life jackets are worn.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

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Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

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Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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I have just returned from my tour with On The Go and it was an amazing trip! From arriving at the airport and meeting the OTG representative, everything was well organised and hassle free.  Our tour guide was Amir. He is awesome!! From the beginning he was so friendly and enthusiastic about showing us around Egypt, giving us loads of information at each place and time to explore ourselves. Learnt so much from him about this fascinating place, and he was always happy to answer more questions.   The trip itself was amazing. There's lots of travelling on this trip, but it's really not too bad, and the sights you see when you get to where you are going are worth it. I'm not a big fan of boats, but the Felluca ride across the Nile was pretty fun too.  On the first day I also did the optional tour of Cairo with Ahmed Helal - another excellent guide from OTG. It's worth doing this add on as you don't spend much time in Cairo, and you go to three very different places.  I'm so glad that I decided to do this trip. It was just ace.  If you're thinking about it too, you should probably just book it. And hopefully you get Amir as your guide.

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I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

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26-Nov-2024

This company doesn’t deserve even 1 star. I would not recommend this company. There are hidden fees which means the cost of the holiday ends up being very expensive. We recently came back from our trip to China where it is not customary to tip in restaurants & hotel staff. Yet we had to make a payment upfront in cash to to the guide for more than £100. The hotel service was appalling. Just think £100 from each person. The trip was suppose to be a Tour yet we had to pay for all entrance fees. We complained about the poor condition of the hotels but no one responded to our emails to date. The after sales service is non existent. Do not use this company. Far far too expensive for what you get. Not competitive at all. They messed up our booking; repeatedly asked for the same information. We spent so much time correcting their errors. Very difficult to get hold of anyone because they all work in S Africa or New Zealand. Absolute nightmare

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    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

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