Middle East Experience
From the mayhem of city souqs to the serenity of the endless desert, the Middle East will captivate. Be invigorated by the fearless spirit of biblical prophets, dashing explorers and powerful pharaohs as you travel from Jordan to Egypt, passing through Petra, Luxor, the Western Desert's unique oases and the Red Sea. Take in vibrant modern cities, the monuments of ancient civilisations, awe-inspiring landscapes and traditional hospitality on an incredible adventure that's also incredible value.
Experience amazing Petra, Camp in the desert with the Bedouin, Swim in the Red Sea, Climb Mt Sinai, Grab a bargain in Cairo's souqs, Get a taste of Nubian life, Kick back on a felucca, Take a dip in Cleopatra's bath, Visit isolated oases, See the Great Pyramids.
Booking for Middle East Experience
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$1355 per person sharing, plus $450 local payment
22 days Itinerary below |
Please note Pricing is subject to currency and seasonal fluctuations.
Basic Middle East Experience
Day 1 Amman
Arrive early to see the many sights, including the Roman ruins of Jerash.
Days 2-3 Petra
Explore the ancient stone city of Petra, carved from rose-coloured cliff faces.
Day 4 Wadi Rum
Discover this dazzling desert landscapes and camp with local Bedouin at a traditional desert camp.
Days 5-6 Red Sea Beach Camp
Snorkel or scuba-dive through 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
Lose yourself among the market stalls of the lively Khan al-Khalili bazaar or head to Giza to visit the legendary Sphinx and Pyramids.
Days 10-11 Aswan
Try delicious Nubian food in laid-back Aswan, Egypt's gateway to Africa. It's also possible to visit the temples of Abu Simbel.
Day 12 Felucca
Relax and enjoy the views on a relaxing felucca ride down the Nile.
Days 13-14 Luxor
Ride a donkey to see pharaohs' tombs in the Valley of the Kings or wander the ancient capital of Thebes.
Day 15 Dahkla Oasis
Savour sun-drenched stone fruits in one of the Nile Valley's earliest settlements.
Day 16 Western Desert
Enjoy a sense of adventure among windswept dunes, surreal rock formations and picturesque villages.
Day 17 Bawiti
Discover the ancient Roman ruins at the Bahariyya Oasis. Take a relaxing soak under the shade of a date palm.
Days 18-19 Siwa
Take a dip in Cleopatra's bath or ride a bicycle to the Mountain of the Dead.
Days 20-21 Alexandria
Delve into the mind-boggling catacombs of Kom ash-Shuqqafa, or stroll to Fort Qaitbey, where the wondrous Pharos lighthouse stood in antiquity.
Day 22 Cairo
Head back to the souqs to grab a last-minute bargain or get a final history fix at the Egyptian Museum.
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