Temples, Tombs, Treasury - 14 days

Temples, Tombs, Treasury - 14 days

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Temples, Tombs, Treasury - 14 days

14 Days Starting in Cairo, Egypt and ending in Amman, Jordan

Visiting: Cairo, St Simon the Tanner Monastery, Cairo, Tahrir Square, Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Luxor, Dendera, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple, Luxor Museum, Hurghada, Amman, Petra, Wadi Rum, Shobak, Wadi Mujib, Dead Sea, Ma'in Hot Springs

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Tour code:

2180/TTT

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 24

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

15-

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Safari Tours

Activities:

4WD, Snorkeling

From: $2505 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 29-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 14-day journey through Egypt and Jordan with the "Temples, Tombs, Treasury" tour. Discover the wonders of ancient civilizations as you explore the iconic Pyramids of Giza, the majestic temples of Luxor, and the beautifully preserved Temple of Hathor in Dendera. Experience the vibrant marine life of the Red Sea in Hurghada and the serene buoyancy of the Dead Sea. In Jordan, marvel at the UNESCO-listed city of Petra and traverse the dramatic landscapes of Wadi Rum in a 4x4 safari. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, including a night in a deluxe desert camp, and travel in style with private air-conditioned vehicles. This cultural adventure offers a perfect blend of history, relaxation, and exploration, guided by expert local guides.

Highlights

  • Petra - Discover the spectacular UNESCO-listed Nabataean city, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

  • Cairo - Marvel at the legendary Pyramids of Giza and explore the Necropolis of Saqqara.

  • Luxor - Roam around the colossal Temple of Karnak and explore the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple at night.

  • Luxor West Bank - Discover exquisite tombs at the Valley of the Kings and explore the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.

  • Dendera - Explore the beautifully preserved Temple of Hathor with its exquisitely decorated ceiling.

  • Hurghada - Relax at the Red Sea, swim, and opt to snorkel or scuba dive in the clear coastal waters.

  • Wadi Rum - Explore the vast red desert with its rolling dunes and dramatic rock formations in a 4x4 and camp under the stars.

  • The Dead Sea - Float in the famously buoyant, mineral-rich waters and smother yourself in Dead Sea mud.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Cairo

Location: Cairo, St Simon the Tanner Monastery, Cairo, Tahrir Square, Cairo

Accommodation Name: hotel

Sunday. Welcome to Egypt! On arrival at the airport you’ll be transferred to our hotel to spend the rest of today at leisure. If arriving early, you may wish to join our Backstreets of Cairo tour, which visits lesser-known highlights of the capital, including the cave church of St Simon and Tahrir Square.





You may also wish to extend your tour with an [[Alexandria Day Trip|122837]] on the Saturday. We can arrange pre-tour accommodation on request.

Day 2: Pyramids of Giza

Location: Giza, Saqqara

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Discover Egypt’s most famous attraction today as we visit the Pyramids of Giza and the iconic Sphinx. Explore these ancient tombs and there’s also the opportunity to ride a camel at the legendary site. Continue to Saqqara necropolis to see the ancient stepped Pyramid of Zhoser. This monument is even older than the Giza Pyramids and is surrounded by countless tombs and burial sites.

Day 3: Cairo

Location: Giza, Cairo

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Sleeper Train

Meals Included: Breakfast

Cairo - Luxor. This morning we join our guided tour of the incredible new Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza. This vast 490,000 sq.m complex showcases an astonishing collection of artefacts from nearly every period of ancient Egyptian history. Among the highlights are treasures of King Tutankhamun, with plans for his famous solid gold funerary mask to eventually be showcased here, alongside many items being exhibited for the first time.





Later, we make our way to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which remains home to a vast collection of statues, jewellery, and sarcophagi. Here, we’ll see the well-preserved mummies of Yuya and Thuyu, high-ranking nobles and the great-grandparents of King Tutankhamun. Some mummies are so well preserved they still have thick locks of hair and visible fingernails. After our excursion, we return to the hotel to enjoy some free time by the pool before boarding the overnight sleeper train to Luxor.

Day 4: Luxor

Location: Luxor, Dendera, Luxor Temple

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

We arrive in Luxor this morning and drive to Dendera, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temple complexes. Enjoy a guided tour of this ancient site, including the magnificent Temple of Hathor. Later, we return to Luxor to spend the afternoon at leisure and there's an optional visit to Luxor Temple this evening. After dark, the temple is beautifully illuminated by hundreds of lights.

Day 5: Luxor

Location: Valley of the Kings, Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Explore the lavishly decorated tombs of famous pharaohs this morning as we visit the Valley of the Kings. Many important pharaohs were buried here including Ramses II and of course, Tutankhamun. Continue to the mortuary temple of Hatshepsut - the second female pharaoh. The final stop of the morning is at the Colossi of Memnon. These two giant statues of King Amenhotep III are all that remains of what was once the largest temple in the world.





After time to relax by the hotel pool our busy day of sightseeing continues this afternoon as we discover the spectacular Karnak Temple. This vast complex took over 1,500 years to complete and more than 30 pharaohs contributed to it.

Day 6: Luxor

Location: Luxor, Luxor Museum

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today is free for you to explore Luxor at leisure or relax in the hotel and enjoy the sunshine. There is an optional tour of Luxor Museum, home to many important exhibits including treasures recovered from the tomb of Tutankhamun.

Day 7-8: Hurghada

Location: Luxor, Hurghada

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Luxor - Hurghada. Today we’ll drive to the popular Red Sea resort of Hurghada for two nights on the coast. Spend time relaxing on the beach or try out water sports such as kite-surfing. Alternatively, join our optional snorkelling trip at a nearby coral reef and swim amongst colourful fish in the crystal water. You may even see a turtle, or friendly dolphin or two. This excursion can be booked locally. In the evenings take some time to explore Hurghada’s restaurants and vibrant nightlife.

Day 9: Petra

Location: Hurghada, Cairo, Amman, Petra

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Hurghada - Cairo - Amman - Petra. Today we say goodbye to Egypt and fly to Amman via Cairo. On arrival we’ll drive to Petra for an evening at leisure, or you may wish to book our 'Petra By Night' add-on (approx. USD$45 payable locally). Take a stroll through the famous Siq to the Treasury, lit by over 1,000 candles. PLEASE NOTE: The flight from Hurghada to Amman via Cairo is not included in the cost of this tour. Travellers need to independently book these flights at a personal cost (total flight cost approximately USD$250 - $350pp) however, we can assist in booking these flights should you require. The flights to be booked are detailed in the tour Trip Notes.

Day 10: Petra

Location: Petra

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today we explore the ancient Rose City of Petra. Our guided walk will take in the highlights including the majestic Treasury - an ancient Nabatean tomb. Marvel at the giant amphitheatre, which once held a capacity of 7,000. After the tour you may wish to climb the steep steps to the Monastery for amazing panoramic views, or haggle for a horse and chariot ride. This evening is at leisure - why not join our Petra Kitchen add-on and learn how to cook delicious Jordanian cuisine? A local chef will show you how to create dishes including baba ghanoush and hoummous, before you sit down and enjoy your feast.

Day 11: Wadi Rum

Location: Petra, Wadi Rum

Accommodation Name: deluxe desert camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Petra - Wadi Rum. This morning there is time to revisit Petra, before we travel to the wild desert of Wadi Rum. Enjoy an SUV safari experience through this silent red landscape to our Bedouin desert camp. Here we enjoy a traditional Jordanian dinner and settle down to sleep in comfortable tents, away from the lights and noise of civilization.

Day 12: Wadi Rum

Location: Wadi Rum, Shobak, Wadi Mujib, Dead Sea

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Wadi Rum - Shobak - Wadi Mujib - Dead Sea. We leave the desert today and head to the imposing hill-top fortification of Shobak Castle, built by the Crusader King Baldwin I in 1115. After exploring this site, we continue to the shore of the Dead Sea, more than 400 metres below sea level.





April - October departures will enjoy a trek to Wadi Mujib before we descend to the Dead Sea. The Wadi Mujib canyon is one of Jordan’s most remarkable natural features and you should prepare to get wet as we travel along the Siq Trail.

Day 13: Dead Sea

Location: Dead Sea, Ma'in Hot Springs

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today is free to relax on the Dead Sea as you please. Enjoy bobbing in the mineral-rich waters, where the high salt content will keep you afloat. There is also an optional excursion to the Ma’in hot springs this afternoon.

Day 14: Amman

Location: Dead Sea, Amman

Meals Included: Breakfast

Saturday. Dead Sea - Amman. Our tour comes to an end today with a departure transfer to the airport. These transfers are offered at 23:00 on the evening of day 13 or at 04:00, 07:00, 09:00, 12:00 and 16:00 today.



If you have extra time and wish to head back to Amman, why not book our 2 day end in Amman add on? Perfect for those who wish to spend more time in Jordan's ancient capital, Amman.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    3 - 5 star

  • Breakfast daily, 1 lunch and 1 dinner

    Enjoy daily breakfast, one lunch, and one dinner during the tour.

  • 1 overnight train from Cairo to Luxor (Private 2 berth sleeper cabin)

    Travel overnight from Cairo to Luxor in a private 2 berth sleeper cabin.

  • Airport arrival and departure transfers on day 1 and day 14

    Receive airport arrival and departure transfers on the first and last day of the tour.

  • Touring - Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Luxor, Dendera, Hurghada, Petra and Shobak

    Experience guided tours in Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Luxor, Dendera, Hurghada, Petra, and Shobak.

  • Hurghada Red Sea stay and Jordan Dead Sea stay

    Enjoy stays at the Red Sea in Hurghada and the Dead Sea in Jordan.

  • Wadi Rum 4x4 desert safari and dinner

    Participate in a 4x4 desert safari in Wadi Rum followed by a traditional dinner.

  • Services of an Egyptian tour guide degree qualified in Egyptology and licensed Jordanian guide throughout Jordan

    Benefit from the services of a qualified Egyptian tour guide and a licensed Jordanian guide.

  • All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

    Travel in private modern air-conditioned vehicles for all relevant transfers and transportation.

What's Not Included

  • International flight between Hurghada and Amman

    The international flight between Hurghada and Amman is not included and must be booked separately.

  • International flights and visas

    International flights and visas are not included in the tour package.

  • Tip for your tour guide in Egypt and Jordan

    Tips for your tour guide in Egypt and Jordan are not included. It is recommended to allow USD$8 per day, per traveller.

  • Entrance Fees

    Entrance fees amounting to USD$210-230 per person, paid in local currency, are not included.

Age Policy

15 yrs for all tours that include a Nile Cruiser. Where a tour includes an overnight felucca the Min age is 18 yrs, except 'with teens' tours as life jackets are worn'.

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with private modern air-conditioned vehicles, including an overnight train from Cairo to Luxor in a private 2-berth sleeper cabin. Airport transfers are provided on arrival and departure days.

Accommodation

Enjoy 8 nights in 4-5 star hotels in Egypt, 3 nights in 4-star hotels in Jordan, and a unique experience with 1 night in a deluxe desert camp in Wadi Rum.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 8 nights in 4-5 star hotels in Egypt, 3 nights in 4-star hotels in Jordan, and 1 night in a deluxe desert camp in Wadi Rum.

  • Are airport transfers included in the tour package?

    Yes, airport arrival and departure transfers are provided on the first and last day of the tour.

  • What meals are included in the tour?

    The tour includes breakfast daily, one lunch, and one dinner.

  • Is there a guided tour of Petra included in the itinerary?

    Yes, there is a guided walk in Petra that includes highlights such as the Treasury and the giant amphitheatre.

  • What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

    The tour uses private modern air-conditioned vehicles for all relevant transfers and transportation, including an overnight train from Cairo to Luxor in a private 2-berth sleeper cabin.

  • Is there an opportunity to experience local cuisine during the tour?

    Yes, there is an optional Petra Kitchen add-on where you can learn to cook Jordanian cuisine with a local chef.

  • What activities are available at the Dead Sea?

    At the Dead Sea, you can enjoy floating in the mineral-rich waters and there is an optional excursion to the Ma’in hot springs.

  • Is there a desert safari included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes a 4x4 desert safari in Wadi Rum followed by a traditional Jordanian dinner.

  • Are entrance fees included in the tour price?

    No, entrance fees amounting to USD$210-230 per person, paid in local currency, are not included in the tour price.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Nicola Hodgkinson (Google Reviewer)  

Recently returned from Greece, a...

07-May-2024

Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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I have just returned from my tour with On The Go and it was an amazing trip! From arriving at the airport and meeting the OTG representative, everything was well organised and hassle free.  Our tour guide was Amir. He is awesome!! From the beginning he was so friendly and enthusiastic about showing us around Egypt, giving us loads of information at each place and time to explore ourselves. Learnt so much from him about this fascinating place, and he was always happy to answer more questions.   The trip itself was amazing. There's lots of travelling on this trip, but it's really not too bad, and the sights you see when you get to where you are going are worth it. I'm not a big fan of boats, but the Felluca ride across the Nile was pretty fun too.  On the first day I also did the optional tour of Cairo with Ahmed Helal - another excellent guide from OTG. It's worth doing this add on as you don't spend much time in Cairo, and you go to three very different places.  I'm so glad that I decided to do this trip. It was just ace.  If you're thinking about it too, you should probably just book it. And hopefully you get Amir as your guide.

Beth Richardson (Google Reviewer)  

I have toured with On...

14-Mar-2025

I have toured with On The Go three times now. Overall I have found the tours and guides have been excellent. Hotels and transport are usually good. On my most recent tour I enjoyed my time overall but there was an unexpected change to the itinerary part way through. The change wasn’t ideal, but more importantly for me it proved difficult to get transparent information out of them and work out an alternative plan. We reached a compromise in the end but I wouldn’t travel with them again on this basis. They will likely reply to this review citing their Ts&Cs, which will tell you everything you need to know!

Joyce Heitler (Google Reviewer)  

I would give this tour...

09-May-2024

I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

Simla Patel (Google Reviewer)  

This company doesn’t deserve even...

26-Nov-2024

This company doesn’t deserve even 1 star. I would not recommend this company. There are hidden fees which means the cost of the holiday ends up being very expensive. We recently came back from our trip to China where it is not customary to tip in restaurants & hotel staff. Yet we had to make a payment upfront in cash to to the guide for more than £100. The hotel service was appalling. Just think £100 from each person. The trip was suppose to be a Tour yet we had to pay for all entrance fees. We complained about the poor condition of the hotels but no one responded to our emails to date. The after sales service is non existent. Do not use this company. Far far too expensive for what you get. Not competitive at all. They messed up our booking; repeatedly asked for the same information. We spent so much time correcting their errors. Very difficult to get hold of anyone because they all work in S Africa or New Zealand. Absolute nightmare

Sarah Paterson (Google Reviewer)  

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27-Dec-2023

Terrible tour of India. For some reason On the Go hadn't realised that my room mate had booked her own room for the first night of tour. So the hotel in Delhi had tried to put me in her room after midnight, by wheeling in an extra bed. She went Crazy!! I then had to sit in hotel reception for hours. While the tour guide said he couldn't find me a room. Throughout the tour the guide consistently ask me and my room mate for money for my room, causing more friction between us. Don't book with this company had the worst experience ever. Go with Intrepid or G Adventure

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    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

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