Jordan & Egypt Express
Experience Overview
Rock-hewn amphitheatres, desert dunes and coral reefs – this trip may be quick, but it packs in a lot of action! Take a nine-day adventure through the best of Jordan and Egypt to discover layered histories and striking landscapes. Wander the ancient city of Petra (one of the Seven Wonders of the World), camp in the desert and finish up among the souqs and pyramids of Cairo. As you travel this land of mighty pharaohs and biblical prophets, you’ll be greeted by the legendary hospitality of local Bedouin people in Wadi Rum and discover the underwater worlds that lie beneath the azure waters of the Red Sea.
Highlights
- Join Bedouin locals at a desert camp in Wadi Rum for a night of traditional hospitality, good food and starry skies. You’ll learn about the Bedouin way of life and fall asleep to the eerie silence of the desert.
- Spend a whole day uncovering the majesty and mystery of Petra – one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Follow your local leader down the narrow path of the Siq for your first unforgettable glimpse of the hand-carved Treasury.
- Lay back and take an effortless float in the super salty waters of the Dead Sea after visiting Moses’ Promised Land at Mt Nebo. Everywhere you visit in Jordan has a story to tell.
- Explore the incredible underwater world that lies just offshore at the Red Sea by snorkel and get into the laidback vibe of Dahab, full of seaside cafes and sheesha.
- End it all in Cairo, home to the Great Pyramid of Giza (another Wonder of the World) and enjoy some free time to wander at your own pace. Consider staying a few extra nights to tick the Pyramids off your list and discover all this city has to offer.
Trip Details
Product Code: 1748
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Plane,Ferry,Minibus,Jeep
Guide Language: English
Tour Operator:
Intrepid Travel
Supplier Code: EERJ
Starts: Amman, Egypt
Finishes: Cairo, Egypt
Duration: 9 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Average
Includes
Meals: Breakfasts (7), Dinner (1)Accommodation: Hotel (7 nights),Desert camp (1 night)
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1,674 ($186 /day)
Itinerary
Ahlan wa sahlan! Welcome to Jordan. Your trip begins in Amman with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight where you’ll meet your local leader and fellow travellers. If you arrive early, maybe take in the sweeping views of Amman from the citadel, explore the Jordan Museum (home to the Dead Sea Scrolls), or take a trip out to the ruins of Jerash – an ancient walled town from 2000 years ago. After your meeting, maybe head out on the town in search of ara’yes (Jordan’s toasted sandwich, packed full of spiced meats).
Optional Activities:
- Amman - Citadel (entrance fee) (3 JOD)
- Amman - Roman Theatre (entrance fee) (2 JOD)
- Jerash - Roman ruins - Entry Fee (10 JOD)
- Amman - Jordan Archaeological Museum (entrance fee) (3 JOD)
- Amman - King Abdullah I Mosque (entrance fee) (2 JOD)
- Jordan Valley - Al-Maghtas Bethany Baptism site (entrance fee) (12 JOD)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
This morning, travel by minibus to Mt Nebo – the place where the prophet Moses is said to be buried and where he saw the 'Promised Land'. Check out the mosaics inside its fourth-century church. On a clear day, the views over the Dead Sea to Israel and the Palestinian Territories are spectacular. After, drive to the super salty Dead Sea – sitting well below sea level, this is the lowest point on earth, and you’ll float rather than swim due to the high salt count. The mud on the sea floor is said to have healing properties, so maybe lather up and enjoy Mother Nature’s spa. Continue to the crusader castle of Kerak, sitting on top of a cliff overlooking the town and valley below. Explore the seven-level fortress and learn the legends of 12th-century battles between Crusaders and Muslim armies, then continue to Petra for the night.
Optional Activities:
- Mt Nebo - Mt Nebo Visit (entrance fees) (3 JOD)
- Dead Sea - Visit and Swim (17 JOD)
- Kerak - Kerak Castle (entrance fee) (2 JOD)
- Petra - Petra By Night (17 JOD)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
You’ll explore Petra today – the jewel of Jordan, the lost city of the Nabateans and one of the Seven Wonders of the World! Squeeze through a narrow path called the Siq until you reach the grand entrance of the Treasury. Gaze up at the intricate carvings and spend the afternoon exploring the site at your own pace. There’s the old Roman road, other temples and old tombs, as well as the rock-hewn amphitheatre. For those feeling more adventurous, take a challenging hike up a set of stairs to the smaller but no less impressive monastery, which takes about an hour. After arriving back at your accommodation, why not find a traditional bathhouse to rejuvenate after a day of incredible sightseeing.
Included Activities:
- Petra - Guided tour (One day pass included)
Optional Activities:
- Petra - Additional Petra day pass (5 JOD)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
This morning you’ll drive to Wadi Rum – a rugged, lunar-like landscape framed by huge sandstone mountains. Head on a half-day jeep safari, taking you through some unique desert scenery and uncover traces of ancient civilisations in the many carved inscriptions throughout the area, from pictographs to Thamudic, Nabataean and Arabic texts. The most enduring monuments in Wadi Rum are those carved by nature – natural rock bridges, towering sand dunes and scattered rocky peaks. Spend the night sleeping in a simple desert camp under a camel hair tent. Enjoy dinner cooked in an earthen oven by your Bedouin hosts and soak in the unforgettable surroundings.
Included Activities:
- Wadi Rum - 4WD jeep safari
- Wadi Rum - Bedouin Desert Camp
- Wadi Rum - Zarb Local Dinner
Accommodation:
- Desert camp (Number of Nights: 1)
This morning, leave Wadi Rum and make tracks for Nuweiba. You’ll drive to Aqaba, then bid your Jordan local leader farewell and transfer on a ferry bound for Taba. When you arrive, you’ll be met by your Egypt local leader and make your way to your accommodation in Nuweiba. Then enjoy a free afternoon to rest, relax or explore at your own pace.
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
It's a short drive to the laidback resort area of Dahab – your base for the next two nights. Dahab, meaning 'gold' in Arabic, has gone from a Bedouin fishing village to a popular tourist town, thanks to the excellent conditions for activities like diving, windsurfing and rock climbing. However, the town hasn't lost its authenticity and lowkey appeal that’s attracted visitors since the 1970s. The rest of the day is free for you to wander through the cafes, find some fresh seafood or take on some snorkelling in the Red Sea. Dahab is well known for its drop-offs – spectacular coral reef shelves that plunge into the vast blue depths of the ocean. There are also plenty of bars and restaurants to sit back and enjoy good local food and some sheesha.
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
In the morning, why not strap on a mask and head to the Blue Hole for some snorkelling at one of the best diving spots in the world. The area gets its name from a submarine sinkhole about 94 m deep, with an arch in the coral reef down at 54 m – a challenge that’s only open to highly experienced technical divers. Snorkellers can enjoy one of the greatest spots in the Red Sea here. Float on the surface and look down into an endless world of blue, then make your way around to ‘the Bridge’, where the visibility is always great and the untouched coral swarms with all different types of colourful fish and marine life. After you’ve had your fill of snorkelling, return to Dahab for an evening feast at a waterside restaurant, or maybe head inland to Assalah, where local joints serve up plates of roast chicken and falafel with regional beer.
Optional Activities:
- Dahab - Blue Hole snorkelling (35 USD)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Today, you’ll experience the contrast between seaside Dahab and the wonderfully chaotic capital city of Cairo. Transfer to Sharm El Sheikh Airport and take the short flight to Cairo. Cairo is one of the great cities of antiquity and its history can be embodied by two of its imposing landmarks – the Pyramids of Giza and the Mosque of Mohammed Ali. Tonight, why not join your new travel mates for a celebratory dinner in the city – your local leader will know of some delicious places to eat.
Optional Activities:
- Cairo - Sound & Light Show at the Pyramids Tour (minimum 2 persons) (55 USD)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
There are no activities planned for the final day, and you can depart the accommodation at any time following check-out. While this trip doesn't include time to explore the sights of Cairo, it’s strongly recommended that you spend a few extra days to see more of what the city offers (one of the Seven Wonders of the World, anyone?). If you want to spend more time here, just speak to your booking agent beforehand.
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Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
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Reviews
Mohammed - Traveled, March 2024
Had two excellent guides Ahmed and Moataz and they were excellent. Would recommend going on a tour as they are difficult countries to travel in (especially Egypt). Make sure you prepare for weather/walking. Tipping kitty is pretty much mandatory and you will need additional tipping money for restaurants/tourist sites etc
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/29/2024
Bill - Traveled, February 2024
A once in a lifetime experience. The trip is well organised and our guides went out of their way to make sure everyone had an enjoyable trip. Highly recommend!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/13/2024
Emily - Traveled, October 2023
An incredible trip that covered all the main sites in Jordan and finished in Cairo. Eyad and Yasser were knowledgeable, approachable and a lot of fun. Regarding the accomodation, if you’re used to staying in hostels you’ll have no problem. All accomodation in Jordan was air-conditioned and clean, with Egypt slightly below this standard. Overall, would highly recommend!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/03/2023
Andrew - Traveled, October 2023
Did this trip to see petra but was introduced to the beauty of this country. Things in Jordan are more expensive than I thought but egypt makes up for it. Just haggle hard.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/18/2023
Colleen - Traveled, October 2023
I would thoroughly recommend this Intrepid tour. It was fun and interesting. Despite tge conflict between Palestine and Israel we did not feel that our safety was compromised at any time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/10/2023
Scott - Traveled, October 2023
My Jordan - Egypt trip was amazing. A brilliant itinerary and guide, with whom nothing was ever too much trouble. I saw all the sights and left with a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the region.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/10/2023
Graham - Traveled, October 2023
This tour was fantastic! Both tour guides had amazing knowledge of history, local culture and generally! The tour takes in the best sites of Jordan and Egypt and has a couple of chilled days in beautiful beach/seaside towns where you can snorkel or hike or whatever. I’d recommend you make sure to have all of Day 9 in Cairo to join the Pyramids of Giza and Egyptian Museum tour - with those on your tour doing the longer tour continuing in Egypt!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/25/2023
Hayley - Traveled, September 2023
This tour was a fantastic way to see some incredible highlights of two amazing countries in a very short period. Be prepared - it’s a fast paced and packed itinerary, but it was an incredible experience!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/21/2023
Michael - Traveled, July 2023
Intrepid’s tour through Jordan and Egypt offers an affordable yet quality experience, allowing for a comprehensive and authentic opportunity to taste the history and lives of the places and people who make Jordan and Egypt.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/21/2023
Jason - Traveled, May 2023
Thanks Mohamed for what you have done for us in this short trip
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/01/2023
Kimmi - Traveled, April 2023
The trip is more Jordan. The main attractions of Egypt are not covered so just book either Jordan or Egypt as with express you will only see not every but the main bits of Jordan properly. So for your value for money just book 1 country to see properly if you cannot stay for the longer version of 3 weeks. Was overall a great experience though.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/24/2023
Jeroen - Traveled, April 2023
We loved this trip ! For us the main highlights were Petra and Wadi Rum, which are amazing. Additionally, the relax atmosphere in sunny beach town Dahab, where we enjoyed some amazing snorkeling, was a welcome resting point. Our tour guide Mohammad Suboh was excellent.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/12/2023
Kim - Traveled, April 2023
My tour guide Mohamed Momani from the Egypt and Jordan express tour was incredible!!! He made this trip so memorable. Thank you Mohamed. You are an amazing guide. I highly recommend this tour. What an incredible experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/05/2023
Lynn - Traveled, March 2023
Awesome trip but so many extra activities it's hard to choose. Plan on extra cash for all those activities.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/04/2023
Wendy - Traveled, March 2023
This trip did not disappoint! Jordan is a beautiful wild country, and intrepid has built this tour to show you the best of the best. I would only say, that I wanted more time in Jordan, another night in Wadi Rum and a chance to see Jerash. So go a couple days early and see Jerash and Amman. Getting to Egypt on the ferry is a long night, but snorkeling in Dahab and being in the Red Sea makes it with while. Our tour guides Husam and Sayed were amazing! Knowledgeable, friendly and easy to communicate with, very organized!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/24/2023
Natasha - Traveled, March 2023
Travelers, be ware of your money, as we carry cash in those "cash" countries, never relax, large sum of money were stolen from my money purse. Local experience is valuable and enjoyable, the best food was in Nubean Homestay. Felluca ride is more than wonderful! Hotels were "what we paid for", don't expect much from basic accommodations, bring hair dryer if you use one. There were food poisoning and cold going around. I loved small group size!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/16/2023
Tor - Traveled, December 2022
If your travelling to Jordan with intrepid please ask for Mohammad Alghazo, he is full of knowledge about his country and it’s history, we had great time with know we recommend him to everyone, Mohammad alghazo your the best
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/18/2023
Katherine - Traveled, December 2022
Fantastic trip with fantastic tour guides, Yaser and Mohamed. Cannot recommend enough!!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/09/2023
Jonathan - Traveled, December 2022
5 star Laith and captain Ahmed are both amazing leaders and a real credit to intrepid. They really love their respected countries and are incredibly knowledgeable about both Jordon and egypt. Also will recommend that everyone does an intrepid tour of jordon and egypt, it's been an incredible experience, loved every second.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/21/2022
Kate - Traveled, December 2022
The Jordan and Egypt trip was a well organised trip filled with a deep knowledge of history and culture you could not get travelling these incredible countries on your own.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/21/2022
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