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18 days, Cairo to Amman
itiNerary... Days 1-2 cairo This thriving metropolis is renowned for its mysterious Sphinx and iconic Pyramids, which have amazed travellers for centuries. Days 3-5 aswan Savour a *plus Local Payment US$300
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delightful traditional lunch before heading out into the desert on camelback. Later, glide along the Nile on a traditional sailboat and fall asleep under a starry night sky. Days 6-7 luxor Take a donkey ride to the Valley of the Kings, visit the monumental Karnak Temple and watch feluccas float down the river at sunset. Day 8 cairo Return to the capital and take the opportunity to delve deeper into the citys heritage with a trip 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 on the Red Sea. Day 12 aqaba Take a ferry across to Aqaba, the only spot in Jordan where sea-swimming is possible. 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 surrounding mountains make Petra a truly unique experience. Day 16 Madaba Discover 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 Jordans capital, with the Roman Theatre and King Abdullah Mosque being the standout attractions.
Intrepid Photography Competition 2007: Felucca ride on the Nile - Ken Love accoMMoDatioN Guesthouses/hotels (11 nts), basic guesthouses/hostels (2 nts), overnight trains (2 nts), felucca (1 nt), desert camp (1 nt) traNsPort Train, bus, jeep, taxi, ferry, felucca, metro, donkey, walking GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 11 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners BuDGet Allow US$250 for meals not included DeParts Selected Thu GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed traVeller ratiNG 4.73 out of 5 start 2008 10 Jan 24 Jan 07 Feb 14 Feb 28 Feb 06 Mar 13 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 10 Apr 17 Apr 24 Apr 08 May 15 May 22 May Finish 27 Jan 10 Feb 24 Feb 02 Mar 16 Mar 23 Mar 30 Mar 06 Apr 13 Apr 27 Apr 04 May 11 May 25 May 01 Jun 08 Jun 05 Jun 12 Jun 19 Jun 17 Jul 31 Jul 14 Aug 28 Aug 11 Sep 25 Sep 02 Oct 09 Oct 16 Oct 23 Oct 30 Oct 06 Nov 13 Nov 20 Nov 22 Jun 29 Jun 06 Jul 03 Aug 17 Aug 31 Aug 14 Sep 28 Sep 12 Oct 19 Oct 26 Oct 02 Nov 09 Nov 16 Nov 23 Nov 30 Nov 07 Dec 27 Nov 04 Dec 11 Dec 18 Dec 25 Dec 2009 08 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 26 Feb 05 Mar 12 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 14 Dec 21 Dec 28 Dec 04 Jan 11 Jan 25 Jan 08 Feb 22 Feb 01 Mar 08 Mar 15 Mar 22 Mar 29 Mar 05 Apr 12 Apr 19 Apr 09 Apr 16 Apr 23 Apr 30 Apr 07 May 14 May 21 May 28 May 04 Jun 18 Jun 26 Apr 03 May 10 May 17 May 24 May 31 May 07 Jun 14 Jun 21 Jun 05 Jul
" Drift down the Nile on a felucca " experience desert lifestyles of the Bedouin " travel the kings highway to the Dead sea
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22 days, Amman to Cairo
itiNerary... Day 1 amman Its worth arriving early to see the sights, including the ultra-saline waters of the Dead Sea and the ruins of Jerash. Days 2-3 Petra From the village of Wadi Musa, *plus Local Payment US$350
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explore the awesome stone structures of Petra. Day 4 Wadi rum Explore this fascinating area by jeep and camp with local Bedouins at a traditional desert camp. Days 5-6 Nuweiba Kick back at a Red Sea beach camp. Snorkel or scuba dive through the spectacular underwater scenery and feast on fresh seafood. Day 7 Mt sinai Ride a camel or climb the 3,750 steps to the summit of Mt Sinai. Days 8- 9 cairo Get lost among the market stalls of the lively Khan al-Khalili bazaar or head to Giza to visit the incredible Sphinx and Pyramids. Days 10-11 aswan Its possible to visit Abu Simbel from the Nubian city of Aswan. Days 12-13 Felucca Relax and enjoy the view on a long felucca ride down the Nile. Days 14-15 luxor Ride a donkey to the Valley of the Kings or wander the ancient capital of Thebes. Day 16 alexandria Delve into the mind-boggling catacombs of Kom ash-Shuqqafa. Days 17-18 siwa Take a dip in Cleopatras bath or ride a bike to the Mountain of the Dead in Egypts most impressive oasis. Explore the ancient mud brick Old Town and discover a unique culture and lifestyle under the swaying palm trees. Days 19-21 Western Desert Discover the Western Desert with its windswept dunes, surreal rock formations and picturesque villages. Day 22 cairo Head back to the souqs to grab a last-minute bargain or get a final history fix at the Egyptian Museum.
accoMMoDatioN Guesthouses/hotels (13 nts), overnight trains (2 nts), desert camps (2 nts), beach huts (2 nts), feluccas (2 nts) traNsPort Train, taxi, felucca, public bus, metro GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 4 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 4 Dinners BuDGet Allow US$250 for meals not included DeParts Selected Sun GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed Notes Small itinerary changes occur Jun to Aug. See Trip Notes online for details traVeller ratiNG 4.58 out of 5 start 2008 06 Jan 20 Jan 03 Feb 17 Feb 02 Mar 16 Mar 30 Mar 13 Apr 20 Apr Finish 27 Jan 10 Feb 24 Feb 09 Mar 23 Mar 06 Apr 20 Apr 04 May 11 May 27 Apr 11 May 18 May 25 May 08 Jun 22 Jun 31 Aug 14 Sep 28 Sep 12 Oct 26 Oct 18 May 01 Jun 08 Jun 15 Jun 29 Jun 13 Jul 21 Sep 05 Oct 19 Oct 02 Nov 16 Nov 09 Nov 23 Nov 07 Dec 21 Dec 2009 04 Jan 18 Jan 01 Feb 15 Feb 01 Mar 15 Mar 30 Nov 14 Dec 28 Dec 11 Jan 25 Jan 08 Feb 22 Feb 08 Mar 22 Mar 05 Apr 29 Mar 12 Apr 26 Apr 10 May 24 May 07 Jun 21 Jun 19 Apr 03 May 17 May 31 May 14 Jun 28 Jun 12 Jul
" experience the glow of rose-coloured Petra " chill out beachside in laid-back Nuweiba " Visit a palm-filled desert oasis in siwa " see the Great Pyramids
Jordan Camp under the stars in Wadi Rum, discover the many wonders of Petra and float in the Dead Sea. And even non-tea drinkers like myself will succumb to the sweet taste of the Bedouin tea. Alison Keath, leader
Intrepid Photography Competition 2007: Great fun in Wadi Rum, Jordan - Sandra Kell
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