Board your International flight to Cairo; we offer departures from most major cities in Canada and the USA.

Upon landing in Egypt, purchase your visa by filling out an application form provided at the airport and submit the applicable fee paid in USD cash per person. Once finished you will meet our Representative who will assist you with the transfer to your Cairo Hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Breakfast at your Hotel. Free day at leisure.

This morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival transfer to the Port and Embark on your Cruise. Nile River Cruise, MS Semiramis. The Ship has sixty-six cabins with private bathroom and large panoramic windows. All meals and drinks included onboard. Daily offshore excursions included. Licensed English Speaking Egyptologist guides excursions. Later join your Guide to visit The High Dam and the Temple of Kom Ombo. Also, enjoy a Felucca ride. - The High Dam: Bordering Egypt and Sudan, this is the world's largest dam, its construction finished in 1970. It changed the life of Egyptian people by providing flood protection, irrigation, and electricity to Egypt. Construction of the dam required the enormous task of relocating many ancient monuments along the banks of the Nile. A project that was only possible by using very advanced engineering and the cooperation of many Countries. Temple of Kom Ombo - overlooking the Nile in the town of the same name located 45 km north of Aswan. Built to honor the crocodile and Falcon Gods Sobek and Horus, dating from 180 BC it has beautifully carved columns, some of them still keep their original brilliant colors. Felucca Ride around Kitchener's Island & Agha Khan Mausoleum. A felucca is a traditional Egyptian sailing boat. This relaxing boat ride takes you around Elephantine Island (also known as Kitchener Island) home of the Botanical Gardens of Aswan. From the boat admire the beauty of the Aga Khan Mausoleum built for the spiritual leader of the Ismaili's, a Shiite sect.

Arrive in Edfu and after breakfast join your Guide for a visit to Edfu Temple, also known as Horus Temple. Temple of Edfu, Built in the Greco-Roma Era this is the best preserved, and entire Egyptian temple, built to honor Horus, the falcon-headed god. The walls are lined with inscriptions and hieroglyphics depicting the age-old struggle between Horus and Seth. This impressive example of the Ptolemaic architecture is said to have taken 180 years to complete. Overnight on board while sailing to Luxor.

After breakfast on board, enjoy the day's offshore excursions. You will visit: Visit the Nile West Bank to see the famous Necropolis for pharaohs and nobles: The Valley of the Kings most well known for being the place where Tutankhamun's Tomb was discovered. Tutankhamun's treasures are now in Cairo's Egyptian Museum. The Valley of the Kings is a World Heritage site, many of the tombs are closed to the public, and your guide will direct you to the ones that are open. Queen of Hatshepsut Temple: Dedicated to the first female Pharaoh, set at the head of the valley, this temple is the best example of Egyptian classical style architecture. Built to express the grandeur of the Pharaoh as well as honoring the gods that she would need in the afterlife. After her death, all of her statues were defaced by her son Tuthmosis III. Stop by the Colossi of Memnon: These are all that remains of the largest and most opulent Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep. - Luxor Temple: Parallel to the River Nile, Luxor Temple is a magnificent example of Egyptian temple architecture. Along with Karnak Temple, this was one of the most sacred and important Temples of Ancient Thebes (now Luxor City). This temple was dedicated to Amun Ra, King of Gods and his wife Mut (Goddess of War). Another site worth mentioning is the Mosque of Abu El Hagag which was built on top of the buried ruins of Luxor Temple; after the Temple was uncovered the Mosque was preserved and is still a place of worship until today. - Karnak Temple: Located on the East bank this is the largest temple complex in Egypt Built over a period of 1300 years to honor the god Amun of Thebes, his wife Mut, and Sons. An impressive complex of over 25 Temples full of Sanctuaries, big columns, and Obelisks. At least thirty Pharaohs have been represented here over time. One of the highlights is the Hypostyle Hall with 134 large pillars, indeed an awe-inspiring place. Overnight on board.

Breakfast on board. Disembark. Our representative will transfer you to the airport for your flight back to Cairo.
Time of transfer and Domestic Flight Tickets will be provided on the first day of your arrival to Cairo. Upon arrival join your Guide for Cairo sightseeing visiting: Continue your tour with a visit to The Cairo Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, Dating back to 1902 this fascinating Museum contains the most extensive collection of Pharaonic antiquities recovered from the Royal Tombs and Pyramids. The highlights are the treasures of Tutankhamen and a Mummy room that displays Royal Mummies. (Mummy room at an extra fee approximately USD 20 paid locally). Visit The Grand Pyramids of The Giza Plateau, tour one of the most Famous sites in Egypt and one of the seven wonders of the ancient world; take your picture while riding a camel. Lunch at a local restaurant. Overnight Cairo.

Breakfast at your Hotel. Next transfer to the Airport for your flight to Amman, Jordan. Upon arrival proceed to clear customs and immigration, you need to purchase a tourist visa, details and fees to be confirmed before departure. Please note visa fees must be paid only with local currency, there is a bank next to immigration desk to exchange money, open 24 hours. Our Representative will transfer you to your Hotel. Later depart to the Ancient City of Jerash, one of the most visited tourist destinations second only to Petra. Jerash is one of the best-preserved cities of the Roman Empire in the world. The Ancient City of Jerash has been inhabited for more than 6500 years, coming under Roman rule in 63 BC. Continue with a short scenic drive through the beautiful valleys of northern Jordan to Ajlun Castle, located on the top of a mountain. Ajlun Castle is a maze of corridors and architecture that offers a beautiful view of the surrounding area. Overnight in Amman.

After breakfast depart by road to Wadi Rum, along the way you visit Mt. Nebo, Madaba. Mt. Nebo (also known as Siyagha), this mountain is a holy site and a memorial to the Prophet Moses. Mt. Nebo is where Moses is said to have seen the promised land. Enjoy views of the Jordan Valley, get a glimpse of Judah and Jericho on a clear day you can also see the dead sea. Continue your tour, drive approximately one hour for a visit to St. George's Greek Orthodox Basilica in Madaba, home to the oldest preserved and most detailed ancient map of the lands extending east and west of the River Jordan from Lebanon to Egypt, from the desert to the Mediterranean. Then Drive to Wadi Rum, the Valley of the Moon. Feel the romance and adventure of the Arabian Desert. Wadi Rum was the headquarter of Lawrence of Arabia during World War I in the fight against the Turkish Ottoman Empire. It was also the film set of the famous movie Lawrence of Arabia. Enjoy a two-hour tour of 4X4 Jeep exploring this magical moonscape desert region be amazed at the spectacular landscapes of towering cliffs and canyons. Next, You will be treated for a traditional Bedouin lunch at Wadi Rum. Dinner and Overnight in Wadi Rum at a Desert Campsite surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Note: If your preference is to overnight in Petra we can arrange that, but only at the time of booking before departure.

After breakfast at your Hotel, drive to Petra for a tour of this famous ancient site. Petra: The "Pink City" is the top tourist destination in Jordan and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site found between the Red Sea and the Dead Sea. Petra is unique in that the city was carved out of a massive rock face more than 2,000 years ago. Enter through the famous SIQ, an impressive long winding opening between the walls of two overhanging cliffs, Although you find many structures the most impressive are, The Treasury, The Amphitheater and The Ad-Deir Monastery looking over the valley and accessible by a flight of 800 stairs cut from the rock. After your tour of Petra, drive to Allenby Bridge to cross into Israel. Border crossing fees must be paid locally upon leaving. Board a shuttle bus and cross into Israel where our representative will meet you. Transfer to your Hotel overnight.

After breakfast, spend the day touring Holy Jerusalem, at the crossroads of different civilizations where you will come across remains of ancient mosaics and treasures from the Roman and Byzantine period, the Crusaders and the Ottoman Empire to name but a few. In the Old City, you will encounter middle eastern charm and be plunged into the souk's picturesque alleys which take you to the meeting places of the three major monotheistic religions. Mount Zion, A holy site shared by people of Jewish, Christian and Muslim faiths, also known as the Temple Mount is the highest point of the ancient City of Jerusalem. Here you visit, The Tomb of King David, The Room of the Last Supper and Dormition Abbey. Continue for a walking tour of the Old City by visiting: The Byzantine Cardo: Located in the Old City of Jerusalem within the Jewish Quarter, the Cardo was Jerusalem's main street in Roman and Zantine times, you can find it outlined on the famous Madaba Map. Via Dolorosa: "The Way of Grief", in Latin. Via Dolorosa is located in the old city of Jerusalem where Jesus carried the cross of crucifixion. Church of the Holy Sepulcher: Known as the place of the crucifixion and the tomb of Jesus of Nazareth. Wailing Wall: Also known as the Western Wall is the most visited and sacred place for the Jewish faith. Overnight in Jerusalem.

After breakfast at the Hotel, your Guide will take to visit Mount of Olives where you can get fantastic views of central Jerusalem. Mount of Olives: Mentioned in the New Testament as the place for Jesus teachings, it houses sites of high importance to the three monotheistic religions such as Franciscan Chapel of Dominus Flevit, located on the upper slope of Mount of Olives from here you can get beautiful views of the Temple Mount. The Shrine of the Ascension here is where the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven happened. At the base of Mount of Olives is a Crusaders Church that marks the Tomb of Virgin Mary. Visit the Garden of Gethsemane: Walk amongst the ancient olive trees of this Garden, believed to be the place that Jesus and his disciples came to after the Last Supper. Next to the Garden is the Church of all Nations also Known as the Basilica of the Agony here is where Jesus prayed before his arrest. There is also a visit to the Church of the Pater Noster where Jesus taught his disciples. Continue to Bethlehem where it all began, visit: The Byzantine Church of The Nativity: One of the oldest surviving Christian churches, the church built over the assumed birthplace of Jesus of Nazareth. On the floor, beneath the altar, the exact spot where Jesus of Nazareth was born is marked by a fourteen-point silver star. Also, visit the Church of St. Catherine located adjacent to the Church of the Nativity. Chapel of St. Jerome. Descend to the Grotto where St. Jerome translated the Hebrew Bible into Latin. Milk Grotto: The Milk Grotto, this small Chapel is built in the place where the Holy Family took refuge during their escape to Egypt. Proceed to Jericho to see The Mount of Temptation; Admire the view from the bottom of the Mountain with its cliffhanging Monastery. After the tour, our representative will transfer you to Allenby Bridge for your border crossing into Amman. Before leaving Israel, you need to pay crossing border fees locally. After your crossing, our Representative will meet you there, and drive you to Amman. Transfer to Amman's Airport for your Departure flight.

Suggested Optional Tours: The Dead Sea: Extend your tour by one more night in Jordan and enjoy a stay by the Shores of The Dead Sea, experience floating in its hypersaline waters and perhaps an optional Spa treatment (at your own expense). Masada Fortress with a Stop by the Shores of the Dead Sea: Extend your tour by one more night in Jerusalem and visit the Ancient Fortress of the Zealots. Take the cable car to the top of the Mountain where this beautiful Fortress is located. Masada is a World Heritage List UNESCO site, built by Herod, the Great King of Judea. Make a stop by the shores of the Dead Sea to experience a "Dip" experience floating in its hypersaline waters. The extension includes one-night accommodation with Breakfast and Guided Day tour to Masada.