Middle East Basix
22 days Amman to Cairo
Experience amazing Petra, Camp in the desert with Bedouins, Swim in the Red Sea, Climb Mt Sinai, Grab a bargain in Cairo, 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
From the madness and mayhem of city souqs to the serenity of the desert, Jordan and Egypt will captivate. Travelling from Amman to Cairo passing through Petra, Luxor, the Western Desert's unique oases and the Red Sea, experience vibrant cities, ancient ruins, awe-inspiring landscapes and traditional hospitality on this incredible - and great value - adventure.
Physical Rating: 3
Culture Shock Rating: 3
Accommodation: Guesthouses/hotels (13 nts), overnight train (2 nts), desert camp (2 nts), beach hut (2 nts), felucca (2 nts)
Transportation: Train, taxi, public bus, felucca, metro
Trip Style: Intrepid Basix
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $250 for meals not included.
From the madness and mayhem of city souqs to the serenity of the desert, Jordan and Egypt will captivate. Travelling from Amman to Cairo passing through Petra, Luxor, the Western Desert's unique oases and the Red Sea, experience vibrant cities, ancient ruins, awe-inspiring landscapes and traditional hospitality on this incredible - and great value - adventure.
Physical Rating: 3
Culture Shock Rating: 3
Accommodation: Guesthouses/hotels (13 nts), overnight train (2 nts), desert camp (2 nts), beach hut (2 nts), felucca (2 nts)
Transportation: Train, taxi, public bus, felucca, metro
Trip Style: Intrepid Basix
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $250 for meals not included.
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- Tour Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- Duration
- 22 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Amman | It's 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, 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 3750 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 | It's 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, or stay aboveground for a stroll to the historic Fort Qaitbey. |
| Days 17-18 | Siwa | Take a dip in Cleopatra's bath or ride a bicycle to the Mountain of the Dead in this lush oasis. |
| 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. |
- Dates/Pricing
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