This 13 day journey pairs two of the ancient world’s most incredible wonders to create an unforgettable journey. Explore the splendid land of the Pharaohs before crossing the Sinai Peninsula to Petra, the ‘rose-red city half as old as time’.
Start in Cairo, where a full day tour takes you to The Great Pyramid of Khufu. Built between 2560 and 2540 BC, it is also the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the only one still standing. The surrounding necropolis offers much to discover, including the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, The Great Sphinx, along with numerous cemeteries and many smaller tombs. Your tour also takes you to the Solar Boat Museum, the ancient capital of Memphis and Sakkara, the famed ‘City of the Dead’.
Fly to Luxor for an unforgettable five day cruise up the Nile. Explore the wonders of Upper Egypt, including the Valley of the Kings, where Pharaohs of the New Kingdom were entombed between the 16th and 11th centuries BC. Visit the ruins of ancient Thebes and the incredible temples of Luxor and Karnak.
The Temple of Horus is the most complete ancient site in nearby Edfu, and perhaps the best preserved anywhere in Egypt. Equally impressive is the temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek at Kom Ombo. You’ll see Sobek enshrined in much of the temple’s artwork, and in the 300 mummified crocodiles displayed in the temple’s Crocodile Museum.
A day tour of Aswan takes you to see Aswan Dam, with a cruise around beautiful Elephantine Island and the Botanical Gardens. You’ll also have the option to fly to Abu Simbel to see the temple of Ramses II.
A mysterious desert nether-land between Africa and the Middle East, the Sinai Peninsula is packed with fascinating history, and is lined by many of the region’s best beach resorts. Stop in at Sharm el-Sheikh, with the option of visiting St Catherine’s Monastery.
Jordan’s capital, Amman is a thriving, progressive city, particularly in its west. With historic sights like the Roman Theatre and King Abdullah Mosque, this is an ideal place to begin your Jordanian adventure.
After a day touring the capital, set out for Petra, the symbol of Jordan. Spend two nights here, as you’ll want plenty of time to visit this millennia old city, with famous sights including the rock-cut architecture of the Treasury, the Street of Facades and the Amphitheater.
Head out to visit Wadi Rum, the breathtaking, almost alien desert landscape made famous by Lawrence of Arabia. Finally, visit the Roman city of Jerash and Ajloun Castle before your return to Amman.