15 Days Overland Tour to Egypt and Jordan

As the moon casts its ethereal glow and the enchanting Nile River sets the divine atmosphere, your marvelous holiday will commence with a delightful dinner cruise where you'll enjoy a culinary spectacle featuring an array of exquisite dishes and beverages while witnessing captivating belly dancing performances, a mesmerizing tannoura show, and live folklore music that transforms each passing moment into a blissful memory.

Afterwards, you will retreat to your hotel for an overnight stay.

The Giza Pyramids complex is a celestial creation that showcases the glorious legacy of ancient Egypt that spanned for 5000 years. It is a monumental open-air museum crafted by the gifted minds and creative hands of the 4th dynasty members around 2700 BC.

The Great Pyramid of King Khufu is a cosmic marvel of ancient engineering and vivid imagination, which was constructed between 25704 BC as the final resting place for the pharaoh and an enduring symbol of Egypt's majestic civilization. It was designed by the visionary architect Hemiunu out of 2.3 million limestone blocks, each weighing 2.5 tons each, and engaged the labor of 400,000 skilled workers. Its towering height of 147 meters secured its status as the world's tallest man-made structure for over the past 3000 years.

The enigmatic Great Sphinx is a royal mythical guardian that was dubbed Horus of the Horizon. It was carved from a single colossal block of limestone, which immortalizes the wisdom and might of King Chephren (2558 BC -2532 BC). It carries his face on the giant body of a prehistoric colossal lion, and nestled between its paws lies the fabled Dream Stele of Thutmose IV that dates to 1401 BC.

You will enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant then head to:

The Valley Temple is a gateway to eternity that emerged around 2700 BC as a sacred mortuary complex responsible for mummification and purification, which were conducted for the esteemed members of the 4th dynasty. It is a surviving testament to the enduring quest for immortality that defined ancient Egyptian civilization for countless ages.

The Grand Egyptian Museum (Gem) serves as a majestic entrance to 5,000 years of history, illuminating the artistry, spirituality, and glorious legacy of ancient Egypt for ages to come. It is aligned with the stellar pyramids of Giza, and spans nearly 490,000 square meters. GEM is designed to have one of the biggest conservation centers in the Middle East, along with research labs and educational facilities dedicated to preserving Egypt’s heritage. Everyone will get to marvel at immortal treasures such as the Hanging Obelisk, the 11-meter colossus of Ramses II, and the complete collection of over 5,000 artifacts from Tutankhamun. 

You will head back to your hotel where you will spend your overnight. 

The extraordinary Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa is a very special spectacle like no other, which is known to be one of the Middle Ages' seven wonders that were made beneath the earth's surface during the 2nd century AD for a royal final resting place for a single Roman family. These catacombs house a mesmerizing fusion of Egyptian and Hellenistic artistry that showcases the embodiment of ancient burial and funerary practices alongside breathtaking architecture.

The grand Pillar of Pompey is a miraculous piece of art carved between 298 and 302 AD to become an 82-foot (25-meter) granite monument honoring Emperor Diocletian. This singular pillar is reminiscent of Rome's grandeur, which cradles the remains of General Pompey atop its summit.

The formidable citadel of Qaitbey  is found overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, which was created by Sultan Al-Ashraf Qa'it Bay's that was made in 1477 AD on the remnants of Alexandria's ancient lighthouse. It was fashioned from salvaged stone blocks from the epic wonder. This stronghold reflects the intricate Islamic-era adornments, thus preserving the legacy of a golden age within its fortified walls.

Enjoy your delicious meal at a local restaurant before continuing your journey to:

The modern Alexandria library is a blast from the past, which was inaugurated in 2002 to house countless works of literary works, artifacts, and relics that showcase the rich heritage and majesty of ancient Egyptian civilization, which was cultivated for thousands of years.

You will head back to your hotel, where you will have your overnight.

The Egyptian Museum is an enchanting construction located in the heart of Cairo, across Tahrir Square, since 1901, which makes it one of the oldest museums in the world. Across the two floors are a number of artifacts and monuments that date across thousands of years ago that showcase the rich heritage of Egypt. 

Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church or the Hanging Church, is one of the oldest churches in the history of Egypt which dating to the 3rd century AD as it was built on the remains of a Roman Babylon fortress, where the holy family took the place as shelter. The staircase church contains beautiful architecture wooden roof in the shape of Noah's ark, and stunning Coptic art and religious icons worthy of exploring.

Khan El-Khalili bazaar is one of the oldest marketplaces in the region, which is known to be the oldest bazaar in the Middle East which was built in 970 AD and transformed into a marketplace between 1382 and 1389 AD in the Mamluk period. Within its stunning architecture are many shops that sell everything from spices and perfumes to jewelry and souvenirs.

You will have your lunch at a local restaurant, then head to:

Al Muizz street is a miraculous wonder which came into existence around the 10th century AD in the Fatimid period, which is renowned for being a great maze filled with many houses, mosques, city gates, art exhibits, museums, cafes, and more that shed light on the architectural and artistic brilliance of the Fatimid Islamic heritage. 

You will head to Cairo airport, where you will catch a flight to Aswan, then be accompanied by a private A/C vehicle to your hotel in Aswan to check in and spend the overnight.

The illustrious Abu Simbel Temples stand as an embodiment of ancient grandeur and devotion, which were created in 1200 B.C to honor the deities Amun, Ra, and Ptah, plus to commemorate Ramses's courage and victory in the Battle of Kadesh in 1274 BC. The primary temple is for King Ramses I, plus it served as the sacred venue for the revered Sun Festival, which is held annually on the 22nd of October and February. Just 100 m away is the temple commissioned in honor of Ramses II's cherished Queen Nefertari, which immortalizes their enduring love bond for eternity.

You will have your lunch, then spend the night in your hotel.

The Aswan High Dam represents modern innovation, which was constructed between 1960 and 1970 with the aid of the Soviet Union to produce hydroelectricity and save water for the future project of the artificial lake Nasser. Its completion heralded a new era for Egypt, which positively affected Egypt's economy and culture.

Unfinished Obelisk was meant to immortalize the glory of Queen Hatshepsut when it was crafted between 1508 and 1458 BC as a remarkable example of ancient Egyptian craftsmanship that was intended for the Karnak temple's entrance, which cracked during its carving process. It acts as the source of a lot of important information about the tools and techniques used in the carving process.

You will have your lunch, then head with your tour guide to:

The Philae temple is a majestic structure that is dedicated to the revered goddess Isis of healing and motherhood. It was built by King Ptolemy II in 280 BC where the stone walls narrate the greatest stories in human history that include the renowned "Myth of Osiris". It was relocated to Agilkia Island in the 1960s and 1970s as part of the UNESCO Nubia Campaign project, as the creation of the Aswan High Dawn.

You will head back to your hotel, where you will spend the night.

The extraordinary Temple of Kom Ombo is found on a legendary golden hill that has a rare double symmetric structure, which was constructed between 180 BC and 47 BC for the sole purpose of honoring Haroeris, also known as Horus the Elder, and Sobek, the crocodile god of the Nile. The temple's artistic design showcases a number of facts about ancient Egyptian medical and astronomical knowledge.

You will have your lunch, then head with your tour guide to:

The Temple of Edfu embodies the greatness and majesty of the sky falcon god Horus, which was made between 237 BC and 57 BC and is one of Egypt's biggest and best-preserved monuments. It was built on the same which occupies the site of the legendary battle between Set and Horus, which serves as a sacred space for worship and reflection, plus learning about one of the greatest battles in the world.

You will head back to your hotel to spend the overnight.

The majestic Karnak Temple is a miraculous archaeological wonder that was constructed between 2000 BC and 30 BC to honor the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. The House of Amun is the largest religious complex on Earth, which earned the place as the most selected of places. It is the greatest open-air museum on earth, which has vast precincts and epic treasures such as the revered Avenue of Sphinxes, which is connected to the enchanting Luxor Temple, the awe-inspiring Precinct of Amun-Re, and the magnificent hypostyle hall and other marvels.

After transferring with your tour guide in Luxor to check in and enjoy lunch and relaxation, you will continue to:

Luxor Temple is a golden gem that was forged as a divine link between the gods and the pharaohs of ancient Egypt that acting as the center for royal crowning and the renovation of kingship. The Southern Sanctuary was initially made by Amenhotep III and King Ramses II around 1400 BC to pay homage to the Theban triad and host the illustrious Opet festival that celebrates the renewal of kingship.

You will check into your luxurious 5-star hotel Luxor hotel, to have your lunch and spend the overnight.

The Valley of the Kings is a mythical Royal Gate that is known as a divine labyrinth, showcasing the rich history and culture of the kings of the New Kingdom. Everyone will enter beneath the earth through 63 royal tombs, which date back to the New Kingdom era (1570 – 1050 BC) of the 18th, 19th, and 20th dynasties. It houses the illustrious final resting place of pharaohs such as Ramses the Great, Hatshepsut, Seti I, Tutankhamun, and many more, which convey some of the most marvelous facts and tales.

You will have your lunch at a local restaurant, then head with your tour guide to:

temple of Queen Hatshepsut is an immortal beacon of grace and elegance that serves as a holy symbol of pure wonder. It was constructed in 1479 BC, which was dedicated to the revered queen-pharaoh Hatshepsut (1507–1458 BC). It showcases the pinnacle of classical architecture across its three-tiered structure, interconnected by wide ramps that pay homage to the sun god Amun.

The Colossi of Memnon are made of two towering monuments sculpted from quartzite sandstone by Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386 - 1349 BC), which have been rebuilt many times since it was crafted around 1350 BC. These colossal statues weathered the ages which gained fame during the Greco-Roman period for their enigmatic vocal phenomenon, which captivated all who beheld their magnificence.

You will head back to your hotel to have your dinner and spend the overnight.

The blessed 19th-century Greek Orthodox church of Madaba is a one-of-a-kind structure that is renowned for preserving a 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land, which is known to be the oldest enduring depiction of the honorable city of Palestine, inscribed with 157 Greek captions. Despite parts of it having been lost, the mosaic can live on as a noteworthy historical antique, providing priceless insight into the biblical landscape and the early Christian age.

Mount Nebo is a monumental milestone with a great biblical heritage that saw the sight of miracles that rises to an elevation of 700 metres (2,300 ft) above sea level. From the summit, everyone can witness the glorious and beautiful Dead Sea, Jordan Valley, and Jerusalem, plus explore the 4th-century monastery and Byzantine church where Moses is believed to have passed away on that same spot. 

The Dead Sea is a very unique body of water that is known to be the saltiest body of water on planet earth, which contains the lowest elevation in the world, while being the deepest hypersaline lake ever. It played a pivotal role in the history and culture of the world, as mentioned in all of the history books and even all the Abrahamic religious books. All the materials taken from the Dead Sea were even used in the mummification process during the times of ancient Egypt.

You will head back to your lunch at Petra. 

You will check into your Petra hotel to spend the overnight

The legendary city of Petra is a breathtaking creation of the Nabataean Arabs in southern Jordan, now celebrated as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Known as the Rose City for the warm, rosy hue of its sandstone, Petra’s origins date back nearly 7,000 years. Accessible only through the dramatic 1.2-km Siq gorge, the city unveils the iconic Al Khazneh (The Treasury), crafted in the 1st century AD. 

Al Khazneh, or "The Treasury," is a timeless masterpiece and one of the most famous monuments in history that was carved into Petra’s rose-red sandstone cliffs by Nabataean King Aretas IV in the 1st century AD. A symbol of the Nabataeans’ wealth and artistry, this majestic temple emerges majestically at the end of the narrow Siq gorge, its intricate facade radiating golden splendor. Globally renowned, Al Khazneh has captured imaginations through its appearances in films like Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade and Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, solidifying its place as an architectural icon.

Petra’s eastern cliffs are known to have many Royal Tombs dating from the 1st century AD, which is able to represent the pinnacle of Nabataean prosperity. This striking collection, including the Urn Tomb, Silk Tomb, Corinthian Tomb, and Palace Tomb, showcases diverse designs and exquisite craftsmanship that were meant to honor Nabataean kings and nobles. These grand mausoleums are able to provide invaluable insights into their history and the artistry of this ancient, glorious nation.

The Great Theatre of Petra was founded in the city’s rugged landscape by the Nabataeans in the early 1st century AD, which was later expanded under Roman rule around 106 AD following Nabataea’s annexation. This Roman wonder is capable of seating up to 7,000 spectators even till today. This epic amphitheater blends Hellenistic influences with Nabataean ingenuity in the most captivating manner, thus making it one of Petra’s most magnificent monuments.

Qasr al-Bint is one of Petra’s most significant temples, made between 30 BC and 40 AD, and dedicated to Nabataean deities. This rare freestanding stone structure is able to be preserved despite centuries of earthquakes and erosion, exemplifying the Nabataeans’ architectural brilliance and spiritual devotion.

You will have your dinner after arriving at the Golden Wadi Rum. 

Wadi Rum is revered as the “Valley of the Moon,” for its celestial force and aura across southern Jordan, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its striking red sands, soaring cliffs, ancient inscriptions, and Nabataean ruins weave together a landscape of profound beauty and history. Visitors can explore this vast wadi and enjoy an epic & authentic Bedouin experience, in order to enjoy the most magical stargazing and desert camps, while discovering natural splendor with rich cultural heritage, which has been seen in a number of movies like Star Wars, Dune, The Martian, and more.

You will enjoy your overnight in the ethereal atmosphere of Wadi Rum.

The Nabataean Temple in Wadi Rum dates to the 1st century AD and stands tall as a captivating relic from an era when the region thrived as a capital and a key hub along ancient caravan trade routes. Its enduring walls and intricate inscriptions bear witness to Petra’s far-reaching cultural and architectural influence, embodying the Nabataeans’ remarkable legacy in the desert landscape.

Lawrence Spring, named for T. E. Lawrence, the iconic “Lawrence of Arabia” who traversed Wadi Rum during the Arab Revolt (1917–1918), is a historic oasis framed by lush fig trees. It is decorated with ancient Thamudic inscriptions and acts as a vital water source that has sustained desert travelers for centuries, offering a serene reminder to Wadi Rum’s enduring role as a desert lifeline.

Khazali Canyon is a dramatic, narrow gorge in Wadi Rum, renowned for its Thamudic and Nabataean petroglyphs etched into its towering rock walls. These vivid carvings of humans, animals, and ancient scripts illuminate the region’s significance as a cultural crossroads, preserving the rich heritage of the desert tribes that shaped its history.

You will enjoy your delectable dinner and finish your international trip to Egypt and Jordan.

At the final day of your tour, you will return to Wadi Rum Village by a private transfer back to Amman or Queen Alia International Airport for your final departure, thus completing this exquisite 15-day Overland to Egypt and Jordan Tour.