Egypt & Jordan holiday, Pyramids & Petra
| country: | Egypt, Jordan |
| trip type: | A small group adventure |
| departures: | 2008: 16 Aug, 29 Aug, 25 Oct, 21 Nov, 20 Dec 2009: 14 Feb, 4 Apr, 23 May, 15 Aug, 24 Oct, 19 Dec |
| price: | From £829 - £999 (11 days) including flights from the UK, from £499 - £599 excluding flights. Local payment £100, single supplement £65 |
| late availability: | Late availability on 16th August departures. Special offer: Free insurance on late availability departures |
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the amazing things you'll be doing
An adventurous journey exploring the highlights of Egypt and Jordan
Wonders of Cairo
In Cairo you visit the legendary Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx. You’ll also see the vast array of treasures stored in the Egyptian Museum. Journey into the remote lands of the Sinai Peninsular to explore St Catherine’s Monastery and make a breathtaking sunrise ascent of Mt. Sinai itself. You’ll then enjoy a camel trek and snorkel on the shores of the Red Sea at charming Dahab.
Red Sea & Petra
Crossing the Red Sea by ferry you journey straight to Wadi Rum to camp Bedouin-style beneath the towering canyons that were once the desert hideout of Lawrence of Arabia. The journey climaxes as you discover the legendary rock-cut city of Petra, and with an enchanting stay in the remote nature reserve at Dana.
Wonders of Cairo
In Cairo you visit the legendary Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx. You’ll also see the vast array of treasures stored in the Egyptian Museum. Journey into the remote lands of the Sinai Peninsular to explore St Catherine’s Monastery and make a breathtaking sunrise ascent of Mt. Sinai itself. You’ll then enjoy a camel trek and snorkel on the shores of the Red Sea at charming Dahab.
Red Sea & Petra
Crossing the Red Sea by ferry you journey straight to Wadi Rum to camp Bedouin-style beneath the towering canyons that were once the desert hideout of Lawrence of Arabia. The journey climaxes as you discover the legendary rock-cut city of Petra, and with an enchanting stay in the remote nature reserve at Dana.
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Fly to Cairo. |
| Day 2: | City tour including Pyramids, Sphinx & Egyptian Museum. |
| Day 3: | Drive to St Catherine’s Monastery. |
| Day 4: | Sunrise climb of Mt. Sinai; then on to Dahab. |
| Day 5: | Camel trek; snorkelling. |
| Day 6: | Cross by ferry to Jordan, drive into Wadi Rum for 4WD exploration & camp. |
| Day 7-8: | Visit Petra. |
| Day 9: | Dana Nature Reserve; nature trails. |
| Day 10: | Drive to Amman; afternoon free. |
| Day 11: | Fly to London. |
travellers' tales
The most memorable part of my holiday was Dhana Nature Reserve. Four stars. (more)
how this holiday makes a difference
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On this trip: We employ two local group leaders, stay in locally owned hotels, eat in local restaurants and travel in small groups. Dana Nature Reserve benefits financially from our stay - money going directly to the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature. During your time here we have also arranged for a presentation on the vital work of the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature and Dana’s story – how it has developed. Our visit to Wadi Rum reinforces in the Bedouin community the need to preserve their cultural heritage.
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