About this trip
Fifteen days across two countries built around the ancient sites everyone wants to see, plus proper downtime built in. You'll cover the pyramids, tombs and temples of Egypt, cruise the Nile on a 5-star boat, then cross into Jordan for Petra and the desert.
There's a deliberate change of pace midway, with a stretch at an all-inclusive Red Sea resort to recover before Jordan, then a shift from ancient cities to open desert with jeep safaris and a night in a Bedouin camp.
This suits travellers who want the big historical names covered properly rather than rushed, with some comfort and rest days factored in alongside the sightseeing.
What you'll do
- See the Giza Pyramids and explore the Valley of the Kings
- Cruise the Nile aboard a 5-star boat
- Unwind at an all-inclusive Red Sea resort
- Explore the ancient city of Petra
- Float in the Dead Sea
- Take a jeep safari and overnight at a Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum
- Covers two countries in 15 days, so expect a fair amount of movement between sites
- Mixes fully guided sightseeing with genuine rest time at the Red Sea resort
- Group trip suited to those wanting a structured, guided introduction to Egypt and Jordan's history
Worth it if you're prepared for early starts, variable accommodation quality, and willing to overlook logistics hiccups for genuinely world-class sites and an excellent Egypt guide. Think twice if you need consistent 5-star comfort or seamless organisation throughout.
- Egypt guide Nabil Shohdy is genuinely exceptional: knowledgeable, charismatic, well-organised and makes ancient history engaging.
- Nile cruise boat is old, poorly maintained, smelly bathrooms, frequent water supply failures, one engine overheated mid-trip.
- Jordan portion falls flat: Jordan guide disorganised, accommodation changes mid-trip, Wadi Rum camp unhygienic with sand in beds and missing toilet paper.
- Pack early alarm clocks: fast-paced with 7-hour bus rides replacing advertised flights, arrival briefings vague, admission costs unclear upfront.
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Cairo · 28 Aug – 29 Aug
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