LIGHTS OF JORDAN AND CAIRO Group Tour.

LIGHTS OF JORDAN AND CAIRO Group Tour.

Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes and the classical historical cities awaiting for you in Lights of Jordan and Cairo tour.

10
Days
2
2 Countries
19
19 Cities
84
84 Attractions
overview

LIGHTS OF JORDAN AND CAIRO Group Tour. (ID: 2603599)

(AMMAN - AJLUN - JERASH - AMMAN - CASTLES OF DESERT - MADABA - MOUNT NEBO - AMMAN - BETHANY - PANORAMA COMPLEX - DEAD SEA - LOT CAVE - DANA - SHOBAK - PETRA - WADI RUM - AQABA - EILAT - SANTA CATALINA - WELLS OF MOSES - CAIRO). (No minimum passengers for the tour)

Iconic cities and breathtaking landscapes through Lights of Jordan and Cairo, many cultural and historical highlights of two of world's most classic countries. An unforgettable holiday trip, discovering all the secrets of Jerusalem, Belem, Ajlun, Jerash, Amman, Desert Castles, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Bethany, Panorama Complex, Dead Sea, Lot's Cave, Dana, Shobak, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, Eilat, Santa Catalina, Wells of Moses and Cairo.

  • AMMAN, a small but interesting city, ideal to discover its history through its ruins.
  • To reach the pine forests and the castle of AJLUN is to visit an environment where nature and history merge.
  • The ancient city of JERASH has been inhabited by different civilizations and has the biggest and most important Roman ruins that you can find in the whole Jordan.
  • CASTLES OF DESERT, a score of small castles, palaces, caravanserais and even hammams scattered throughout the eastern desert of Jordan.
  • A sign that the historical and cultural legacy can lead you to be an international reference is in MADABA with its dazzling places.
  • The view of Israel from the MOUNT NEBO is beautiful, a special space to relax.
  • BETHANY, small village and biblical site that worth visiting in your trip around Israel.
  • PANORAMA COMPLEX, a very picturesque place with a colorful view.
  • One of the most beautiful wonders of the world, DEAD SEA has an abundance of natural beauty full of magic.
  • LOT CAVE, an incredible and amazing place for the unparalleled beauty it possesses, a must see on your trip.
  • DANA is an island of tranquility where you can find the peace and relaxation you were looking for.
  • One of the biggest attractions in SHOBAK is its majestic and unique Castle that will make you travel to the past.
  • PETRA is an important archaeological site, a fascinating place declared a World Heritage Site.
  • A wonderful desert valley, WADI RUM or also known as Valley of the Moon has one of the most impressive views of Jordan.
  • AQABA, famous for its Archaeological Museum and also for its popular beaches.
  • EILAT is famous for its calm water beaches, in addition to its great and unparalleled nature reserve.
  • Visit the Monastery in SANTA CATALINA, located in a canyon and considered a wonder.
  • One of the most beautiful historical places of Egypt is WELLS OF MOSES, a paradise for the lovers of the religious tourism.
  • CAIRO is a treasure itself, a place full of ancestral history that succeeds in locking you into another era.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Departure from AMMAN
  • Group tour
  • History & cultural tour
  • Offered in Spanish
  • 5 Stars Rating
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included

  • Guaranteed fixed departures every Saturday, with no minimum number of passengers required.

  • Assistance in airports and tourist destinations visited by the program.

  • General Services: Travel by bus with Spanish speaking guide, basic travel insurance, and breakfast buffet.

  • Includes arrival transfer. Includes departure transfer.

  • Accommodation according to program: 9 nights of hotel accommodation with breakfast included.

  • Qualified Spanish-speaking guide throughout the tour.

  • Excursion: 4X4 through the desert and camel ride in Wadi Rum.

  • Panoramic visit in: Cairo.

  • Tickets: Fortress and Church of San Sergio in Ajlun; Archaeological Site in Jerash; Qasr Kharana Castle and Qusayr Amra Castle in Desert Castles; Church of San Jorge and Archaeological Park in Madaba; Archaeological site in Bethany; Dead Sea Museum and Panorama Complex in Dead Sea; Moses Fountain and Petra Museum in Petra, Archaeological Site in Petra; Visitor Center, 4X4 through the desert and camel ride in Wadi Rum; Santa Catalina Monastery in Santa Catalina; Well of Moses; Pyramids of Cheops, Khafren and Menkaure, Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Alabaster Mosque, Hanging Church Coptic Quarter in Cairo.

  • 11 Lunch or Dinner included in: Ajlun, Madaba, Panorama Complex, Dead Sea, Dana, Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum, Santa Catalina, Wells of Moses, Cairo.

  • Transfers between different destinations where indicated by the program;

IMPORTANT NOTE:

  • Tickets to the archaeological complexes are not included unless expressly provided.
  • Programme with ferries subject to special changes.
  • Due to exceptional circumstances or a low number of participants, we may cross directly from Jordan to Egypt by boat, taking the Aqaba–Taba ferry, a journey lasting just over two hours. During the ferry crossing, no guide assistance will be provided.
  • When crossing the borders from Jordan into Israel and from Israel into Egypt, travelers are required to pay entry and/or exit fees to the respective countries. Jordan: $15 (exit fee); Israel: $32 (exit fee); Egypt: Entry fee at Taba: $25; Entry Visa: $45 (which actually consists of a $25 visa fee plus $20 in processing fees). These fees are approximate and subject to change without prior notice by the relevant national authorities.
  • Drones and cameras with a zoom range exceeding 5.5 meters are prohibited, as are other types of professional-grade camera equipment. (THE OPERATOR assumes no responsibility for any items that may be confiscated by border authorities in these countries.)

not included

  • Intercontinental flights to and from the destination of the start and end of the program.
  • Tourist entry and exit visas (visa) for the countries of transit flights and for the countries that make up the program, according to the immigration regulations established by each specific country.
  • Airport taxes per person according to each destination.
  • Registration fee and medical insurance / luggage / mandatory cancellation with medical coverage per person; which must be contracted directly by the clients themselves with the insurance companies that they consider best.
  • Other possible taxes that apply according to the provisions of each country that make up the program and countries with transit flights.
  • Additional meals and drinks.
  • Gratuities or Tips.
  • Excursions and optional activities not provided for in the program.
  • Any other service that is not expressly indicated in the program.
  • OUT transfers.
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Overview of your trip:

A special and exclusive trip to enjoy luxury and experience a fantastic holiday for Lights of Jordan and Cairo. This 10-day group tour is not only something special for active travelers, but also for those who want to Lights of Jordan and Cairo in a different way. Spectacular cities, full of history, monuments, museums, their imposing landscapes and their paradisiacal sites. You will always be accompanied by the best local guides that will take you through the best charms of Lights of Jordan and Cairo. Without doubt the perfect combination for an unforgettable trip.

We recommend that customers book their international flights to the country of start and end of the program to guarantee their arrival at least one day before the tour's departure date. The Tour Operator and the Travel Agency do not assume any responsibility for possible breaches of the program and what this situation could generate due to possible delays in the arrival of customers on time for different reasons.

IMPORTAN NOTES:

  • Net package prices are expressed in USD, Euros per pax.
  • This quotation doesn’t constitute a service reservation until your final confirmation.
  • Prices are valid according to the specified amount of pax.
  • It is NOT included in our prices drinks with the meals, airport tax, tips and porters service.
  • Our prices do NOT include supplements for special dinners in Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Booking including any of the mentioned dates are subject to hotels’ availability confirmation.

CANCELLATION AND NO-SHOW POLICY:

Clients may cancel the contracted services at any time and will be entitled to a refund of the amounts paid. However, except in cases of duly justified and documented force majeure, the client shall compensate the agency for any cancellation charges incurred, in accordance with the following conditions:

  • Fixed Cancellation Fee: A fixed administrative cancellation fee of €25 (USD 30) per booking file will apply when the cancellation is made less than 30 days prior to the tour departure date.
  • Non-Refundable Services: In addition to the administrative cancellation fee, any costs associated with services that are non-refundable once booked will also be charged. These may include, but are not limited to: Train tickets, Ferry tickets, Entrance tickets purchased through pre-booking systems, Special event tickets, Other services subject to supplier-specific non-refundable conditions.

CANCELLATION PENALTY LEVELS: In addition to the cancellation fees described above, one of the following penalty schedules will apply depending on the type of tour booked.

Penalty Level 1: Applicable to most regular tour programs

  • Cancellation between 30 and 11 days before departure: 10% of the total reservation value.
  • Cancellation between 10 and 1 day before departure: 25% of the total reservation value.
  • No-show on the departure date: 100% of the total reservation value.

Penalty Level 2: Applicable to tours including domestic flights, high-speed train services, private group tours, experiential programs, and tours in the Middle East and Asia

  • Cancellation between 30 and 21 days before departure: 10% of the total reservation value.
  • Cancellation between 21 and 11 days before departure: 20% of the total reservation value.
  • Cancellation between 10 and 3 days before departure: 30% of the total reservation value.
  • Cancellation within 48 hours prior to departure: 50% of the total reservation value.
  • No-show on the departure date: 100% of the total reservation value.

Penalty Level 3: Applicable to selected tours, including those featuring long-distance ferry crossings, tours in Africa and Oceania, or any itinerary specifically indicating this penalty level

  • Cancellation between 30 and 21 days before departure: 30% of the total reservation value.
  • Cancellation between 21 and 11 days before departure: 40% of the total reservation value.
  • Cancellation between 10 and 3 days before departure: 50% of the total reservation value.
  • Cancellation within 48 hours prior to departure: 70% of the total reservation value.
  • No-show on the departure date: 100% of the total reservation value.

Penalty Level 4: Applicable to Cruise Series programs, Mediterranean and Aegean cruises, Kenya and Tanzania safaris, South Africa tours, and itineraries including Mauritius or the Maldives

  • Cancellation made 60 days or less before departure: 100% of the total reservation value.

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS:

  • Our agency will always verify the applicable penalty level for each tour and will inform the client prior to confirming the reservation.
  • Cancellation conditions for groups of 12 or more passengers are subject to specific terms and will be provided before booking confirmation.
  • If cancellation occurs before departure due to a duly justified and documented force majeure event, only the applicable cancellation expenses will be charged.
  • If a traveler voluntarily abandons the tour after it has commenced, any approved refund will be issued exclusively as a travel credit for future use, corresponding to the proportional value of the unused services.
  • Cancellation fees will be charged in all cases. For refund calculations, only the land services provided by the tour operator will be considered (excluding international airfare, except when flights are included as part of the package). Any refund will be calculated based on the amount invoiced by the operator.
  • Any service voucher or credit note issued will be personal and non-transferable. Name changes will not be permitted. The passenger may apply the credit toward any tour within our portfolio, provided travel commences within two years from the original service start date.
  • We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance, including trip cancellation coverage.

CHILD DISCOUNT POLICY:

Minors must travel accompanied by their parents or legal guardians. If they are not traveling with their parents or legal guardians, they must be accompanied by a responsible adult carrying a written authorization signed by the parents or legal guardians, expressly granting permission for the minor to travel under the supervision of the designated adult. Such authorization must comply with all legal requirements established by the competent authorities in both the country of origin and the destination country.

The following child discounts apply only when requested prior to the commencement of travel and are limited to a maximum of one child between 3 and 15 years of age per paying adult. These discounts may only be combined with the triple-room discount, where applicable.

  • Children Under 3 Years Old: An 80% discount applies and includes only a seat on the coach and travel assistance insurance (subject to applicable coverage and exclusions). Any additional services required for the child, such as cribs, baby cots, or other special arrangements, must be requested and paid for directly by the parents or legal guardians with the relevant service provider. For Cruise Series programs, the acceptance of infants and young children is subject to availability and confirmation, depending on the availability of suitable cabins. Important: For Privatized Tours and Travel Club Series programs, it is mandatory to notify us in advance if a child will be traveling, as the operation of the tour may depend on the availability of an approved child restraint system.
  • Children from 3 to 8 Years Old: A 40% discount applies on regular group tours. This discount does not apply to privatized tours.
  • Children from 9 to 15 Years Old: A 10% discount applies on regular coach-based group tours. This discount does not apply to privatized tours.

GUARANTEED DEPARTURES:

All of our tours throughout Europe, the Americas, Japan, Korea, and China are guaranteed to operate with a minimum of 2 travelers. However, if the total number of participants booked on a departure is fewer than 5 travelers (i.e., up to 4 passengers), The operator reserves the right to offer one of the following alternatives:

  • A similar tour to the one originally purchased (operated either by the operator or another tour operator).
  • A similar itinerary provided partially or entirely using public transportation.
  • A change of departure date for the same tour.
  • A full refund of the amount paid, together with a travel voucher granting a discount equivalent to 10% of the value of the canceled tour, redeemable on a future trip.
  • These measures are intended to ensure the best possible travel experience while maintaining the operational viability of the tour.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

  • We recommend that clients take out full travel and health insurance for the activities included in the itinerary.
  • We recommend wearing light clothing and footwear, short-sleeved shirts and shorts, hats, caps and creams to protect the skin from the sun and mosquito repellents and bathing clothes for swimming in streams, rivers and / or beaches.
  • It is important that the client, prior to their travel dates, check the weather forecasts in the different countries and regions visited in the program, so that they can prepare the most appropriate clothes and shoes.
  • Beware of the burning sun. We recommend you bring your own protective lotions.
  • We may need a small backpack for personal belongings abroad.
  • In most of the countries that are visited in the program we have a widely extended medical assistance, with clinics in the most remote areas of the countries. Anyway, if you suffer from a chronic disease or allergy, etc., we recommend you bring your first aid kit or personal medications, especially when you are away from major cities.
  • It is suggested to wear sunglasses and photographic and video cameras to keep the beautiful memories of your vacation.
  • We recommend you always drink bottled and sealed mineral water during your stay in the different countries visited in the program.
Itinerary
  1. DIA 1AMMAN.

    AMMAN Air conditioned bus

    Arrival at Amman airport. Welcome to Jordan !. Border procedures and transfer to the hotel. Free time.

    Roman Theater panoramic view, Jordan.Amman Citadel panoramic view, Jordan.Amman Citadel panoramic view, Jordan.
  2. DIA 2AMMAN - AJLUN - JERASH - AMMAN.

    AMMAN, AJLUN FORTRESS, JERASH, and AMMAN Air conditioned bus

    Breakfast. We travel to the north of Jordan, between mountains we visit the FORTRESS OF AJLUN, a powerful castle from the 12th century. In this area, Muslims and Orthodox Christians have always coexisted, we will visit the old CHURCH OF SAN SERGIO. Do we all pray for peace? Lunch included. We continue to JERASH, and visit its impressive Roman archaeological site. Return to AMMAN. Arrival and accommodation.

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 139.1 kms approximately.

    Ajloun Castle medieval name Qalʻat ar-Rabad, Jordan. Roman Ruins of Jerash panoramic view, Jordan.Roman Ruins of Jerash panoramic view, Jordan.
  3. DIA 3AMMAN - DESERT CASTLES - MADABA - MOUNT NEBO - AMMAN.

    AMMAN, CASTLES OF THE DESERT, MADABA, MOUNT NEBO, and AMMAN Air conditioned bus

    We will go to the CASTLES OF THE DESERT, built between the 7th and 8th centuries. We will visit QASR KHARANA, with its imposing structure of thick walls and QUSAYR AMRA, a World Heritage Site, stands out for its remarkable frescoes on the walls of its walls. After that we travel to MADABA, lunch included. We will visit the Archaeological Park of Madaba, crossed by an old Roman road and the Church of San Jorge, with its fantastic mosaic from the 6th century that represents the oldest known map of the Holy Land. We continue to MOUNT NEBO, where Moses stopped to contemplate the promised land. Return to Amman. Arrival and free time.

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 101.7 kms approximately.

    St. George's Church panoramic view, Madaba, Jordan. St. George's Church panoramic view, Madaba, Jordan. Mount Nebo panoramic view, Madaba, Jordan.
  4. DIA 4AMMAN - BETHANY - PANORAMA COMPLEX - DEAD SEA.

    AMMAN, BETHANY, and DEAD SEA Air conditioned bus

    We left for BETANIA, on the banks of the Jordan River, declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco, it is the place where John the Baptist baptized Jesus. After that we will include a visit to the DEAD SEA MUSEUM, in an impressive panoramic complex, lunch included. Arrival at our hotel in the DEAD SEA, do not forget to take a bath in the saltiest sea and at the lowest level of the earth. Dinner included and accommodation.

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 72.3 kms approximately.

    Baptism Site – Bethany Beyond the Jordan. Baptism Site – Bethany Beyond the Jordan. Dead Sea panoramic view, Jordan.
  5. DIA 5DEAD SEA - LOT CAVE - DANA - SHOUBAK - PETRA.

    DEAD SEA, LOT’S CAVE, DANA, SHOUBAK, and PETRA Air conditioned bus

    Exciting stage through the interior of Jordan. Our road follows the Dead Sea. We know the CAVE OF LOT, discovered in 1991, with its old Byzantine church from the 6th century. After that we went up the mountains. DANA, a small picturesque village of stone houses on a huge cliff. Lunch included. We continue along the king's route to SHOBAK, where we photograph (exterior only) the great castle of the crusaders. Continuation to WADI MUSA (town created around Petra), we will know the SPRING OF MOSES, where Moses supposedly hit the rock with his rod and the water gushed out and the Museum of Petra, an excellent sample that allows us to understand the history of the Nabateans and learn about magnificent pieces found in the area. Dinner included and accommodation. Travelers who wish can go at their leisure to an old Turkish bath or see the sound and light show in Petra.

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 149.4 kms approximately.

    Karak Castle panoramic view, a magnificent fortress located in al-Karak, Jordan.Karak Castle panoramic view, a magnificent fortress located in al-Karak, Jordan.Shobak Castle panoramic view, Jordan.
  6. DIA 6PETRA - WADI RUM.

    PETRA and WADI RUM Air conditioned bus

    Today we have the most exciting day of the trip: First thing in the morning we visit the impressive archaeological site of PETRA, we will access through the narrow canyon and we will discover the temples and tombs excavated in the cliffs in this city founded 300 years before Christ. After lunch (included) we go to the impressive desert of WADI RUM, in the visitor center we take all-terrain vehicles to see some of the most impressive landscapes, we stop in the town of Rum where we know the ruins of the Nabatean temple. We include a 45 minute camel ride through the desert. We will also visit the Khazali Canyon, in this spectacular place we will see the engravings that show us the origin of the Arabic language. Dinner included and accommodation in a desert camp.

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 119.3 kms approximately.

    Petra Archaeological Site panoramic view, Wadi Musa, Jordan. Petra Archaeological Site panoramic view, Wadi Musa, Jordan. Petra Archaeological Site panoramic view, Wadi Musa, Jordan.
  7. DIA 7WADI RUM - AQABA - EILAT - SAINT CATHERINE.

    WADI RUM, AQABA, EILAT, and SAINT CATHERINE Air conditioned bus

    After breakfast we go to AQABA, the second Jordanian city, on the shores of the Red Sea. A walk through the center before continuing to the border of ISRAEL, EILAT, arriving in this modern and touristic city with its excellent beaches. A relaxing time for lunch and a walk. Do you dare to bathe? Before continuing to the EGYPT border. Passing to Sinai, on our route we photograph the island of the Pharaoh with the powerful fortress of Saladino. Continuation to SANTA CATALINA, Arrival, dinner included and accommodation.

    NOTE: In the passage between Jordan to Israel and from Israel to Egypt, entry / exit fees must be paid by the traveler in the different countries. Jordan: $ 15 (exit tax), Israel: $ 32 (exit tax), Egypt: $ 45 (entry visa, which is actually $ 25 visa + $ 20 processing fee).

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 284.4 kms approximately.

    Wadi Rum Protected Area panoramic view, Jordan. Wadi Rum Protected Area panoramic view, Jordan. Wadi Rum Protected Area panoramic view, Jordan.
  8. DIA 8SAINT CATHERINE - WELLS OF MOSES - CAIRO.

    SAINT CATHERINE, WELL OF MOSES, and CAIRO Air conditioned bus

    At the foot of Mount Sinai we know the impressive walled Monastery of SAINT CATHERINE, here according to tradition Moses saw "the bush that burned without being consumed", the monastery is a sacred place for Jews, Christians and Muslims, it belongs to the Orthodox church and is World Heritage. We continue later through the Sinai desert, picturesque landscapes. Lunch en route included. Stop at the WELLS OF MOISES, a biblical place that looks like a small oasis. We will leave Sinai through the tunnel under the SUEZ canal. CAIRO, arrival at the end of the afternoon. Accommodation.

    Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 440.4 kms approximately.

  9. DIA 9CAIRO.

    CAIRO Air conditioned bus

    Full day visit in which we include the famous pyramids of Cheops, Khafren and Menkaure (entrance to the inside of the pyramids not included), as well as the impressive Sphinx carved in rock. Visit the Egyptian Museum with its ancient art and where the treasure of the tomb of Tutankhamun is kept. Lunch included. Also included are the Saladin Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque. We will take a walk through the Coptic neighborhood where we will see the hanging church built on top of a Roman fortress.

    Pyramid Of Giza archeological site, Giza, Egypt. Pyramid Of Giza archeological site, Giza, Egypt. Pyramid Of Giza archeological site, Giza, Egypt.
  10. DIA 10CAIRO.

    CAIRO Air conditioned bus

    Transfer to Cairo airport and End of our services.

    The Mosque of Mehmet Ali Pasha, also known as the Alabaster Mosque, Cairo, EgyptThe Mosque of Mehmet Ali Pasha, also known as the Alabaster Mosque, Cairo, EgyptEgyptian Museum Cairo panoramic view, has the largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities in the world, Egypt
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