12-Day Luxury Holy Land Tour from Amman with Petra, Jerusalem and Cairo

12 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Embark on a captivating journey through Jordan, Israel, and Egypt, exploring ancient sites like Petra and the Dead Sea, witnessing the historical wonders of Jer...

Duration: 12 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Yes · Cities: Alexandria, Amman, Cairo, Eilat, Haifa, Nazareth, Jerusalem, Madaba, Suez, Petra, Bethlehem, Taba, Dead Sea (Jordan), Sea of Galilee, Jericho, Saint Catherine · Languages: English, Spanish

About Suez

Egypt

Suez

Delve into the energetic Arbaeen District and others in this industrial heartland of Egypt with a local guide from Everest Global Hub, spying great ships on the Suez Canal and tankers dotting the city port.

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What's Included

Deluxe A/C coach
Petra horse riding for 800 m to the canyon
Meet and assist at airports and borders upon arrival and departure
Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), starting with lunch and ending with breakfast
Entrance fees at all the sites mentioned above, except the Mummy Room in Egypt
All visas and departure taxes in Egypt and Jordan
Mineral water on the bus and during meals
All visas and departure taxes in the Holy Land and Jordan
Professional escort guide
Jeep tour in Wadi Rum Desert for 2 hours

Not Included

Soft drinks
Personal expenses
Tips for the guides, drivers, hotel staff, porters, and any other kind of tips
Any cable cars in Israel
Bank transmitting fees
Optional tours
Any other item not mentioned above

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Amman and Panoramic City View

Arrival at Amman Airport. Meet and assist by a Highlands representative. Visit Amman for a panoramic view, then transfer to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Day 02

Madaba, Mt. Nebo, and the Dead Sea

Have breakfast at the hotel, then visit Madaba to see the famous Madaba map of the Holy Land. Continue to Mt. Nebo for the views that Moses saw. Drive to the Dead Sea for a floating experience. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
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Day 03

Petra Ancient Rock-Cut City Excursion

After breakfast, visit Petra, a spectacular ancient city carved from rock. Explore the city's temples, tombs, and buildings. Return to Amman for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Day 04

Crossing to the Holy Land via Jericho and Nazareth

Have breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to Allenby Bridge (King Hussein Bridge) and cross into the Holy Land. Visit Jericho, including the Sycamore Tree and Mount of Temptation. Proceed to the Baptism Site, Jordan River, and Qumran. Continue to Nazareth for dinner and overnight.
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Day 05

Sea of Galilee, Mount Tabor, Haifa, and Bethlehem

After breakfast, start the journey to the northern area of the Sea of Galilee, where some of the most important holy places are located. Visit the Mount of the Beatitudes, where Jesus proclaimed his famous Sermon on the Mount. Proceed to Tabgha and visit the Church of the Multiplication of the Loaves and Fishes. Visit the Church of the Primacy of St. Peter and proceed to Capernaum, the town in which Jesus started to preach the Good News. Visit the ancient Synagogue and St. Peter's house. Enjoy a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee from Nof Ghinossar to Lido Restaurant, where lunch will be served. Drive to the Jordan River, where the Baptismal Promises are renewed, and then continue to Mount Tabor to visit the Basilica of the Transfiguration of Our Lord. Visit Caprice Diamond Center. Drive to visit Haifa Garden. Finally, arrive at Bethlehem Hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Day 06

Jerusalem Holy Sites and Bethlehem

After having breakfast at the hotel, visit the Mount of Olives, Chapel of the Ascension, Pater Noster, Garden of Gethsemane, Shepherd's Field, and the Church of the Nativity. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
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Day 07

Old City of Jerusalem and Mt. Zion

Have breakfast at the hotel, then explore the Old City: enter through the Dung Gate, visit the Jewish Quarter, Wailing Wall, Aqsa Mosque Compound, St. Anne Church, Pool of Bethesda, and the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Visit Mt. Zion, the Upper Room, and the Tomb of King David. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
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Day 08

Eilat Panoramic Visit and Transfer to Taba

Have breakfast at the hotel, check out, and drive for a panoramic visit to Eilat City. Cross the border through Taba and drive to Taba Hotel for dinner and overnight.
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Day 09

St. Catherine, Suez Canal, and Cairo

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to visit St. Catherine. Continue to the Suez Canal and Moses Springs. Drive to Cairo for dinner and overnight.
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Day 10

Cairo Highlights with Dinner Cruise

Have breakfast before the city tour, which includes a visit to the Egyptian Museum, Pyramids, and Sphinx. Enjoy lunch en route. The afternoon itinerary includes a visit to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where you can find good bargains on souvenir items until evening. Board a dinner cruise and be entertained by a belly dancer. Enjoy watching the skilled "Men in Skirt" perform. Return to the hotel in Cairo for overnight.
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Day 11

Alexandria Historical City Tour

After having breakfast at the hotel, drive to visit Alexandria. Visit the following places:Pompeii PillarRoman TheatreRoyal Garden MontazahKing Farouq PalaceQaitbey CitadelLibrary of Alexandria from outsideStanley BridgeCatherine Church Pompeii Pillar Roman Theatre Royal Garden Montazah King Farouq Palace Qaitbey Citadel Library of Alexandria from outside Stanley Bridge Catherine Church See the Mediterranean Sea. Return to the Cairo hotel for overnight.
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Day 12

Coptic Cairo Visit and Departure

Have breakfast at the hotel before the city tour. Visit the Hanging Church and Coptic Church, where it is believed the Holy Family stayed. Lunch en route. Visit a Papyrus Factory. Check in at the hotel and transfer to the airport.