Contrastes de Jerusalén, Jordania y Egipto
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DURATION
17 days
PLACES
Amman | Al' Aqabah | Aswan | Jordan | Aswan | Eilat | Cairo | Luxor | Jarash | Jerusalem | Aswan | Luxor | Madaba | Dead Sea | Petra | Saint Catherine | Beit She'an | Saint Catherine | Shoubak | Wadi Rum
from $ 3016.00
Contrastes de Jerusalén, Jordania y Egipto
Eilat, Saint Catherine, Moses Well, Aswan, Edfu, Esna, Kom Ombo, Luxor, Sheikh Hussein Bridge, Jerusalem, Cairo, Wadi Rum, Amman, Shoubak, Petra, Dead Sea, Madaba, Jerash, Bethany, Aqaba
Day 1
Start
Day 3
Jerusalem
Day 8
Petra -Wadi Rum
Day 11
Cairo
Day 12
Cairo - Luxor
Day 13
Luxor - Esna
Day 14
Esna -Edfu -Kom Ombo - Aswan
Day 15
Aswan
Day 16
Aswan - Cairo
Day 1 -
Llegada al aeropuerto, asistencia y traslado al hotel. Alojamiento.
Day 2 - Jerusalem -Bethlehem -Jerusalem
Day 2 - Jerusalem -Bethlehem -Jerusalem
Breakfast. Excursion to visit the New City of Jerusalem, seeing the Shrine of the Book in the Museum of Israel, where the Dead Sea Scrolls are displayed, and the model that represents the city of Jerusalem at the time of Jesus. We will go through the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, then going toward Ein Karen, a picturesque neighborhood on the outskirts of the city to visit the Shrine of Saint John the Baptist. We will also see Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Museum and Memorial. In the afternoon, we will travel to BETHLEHEM, located behind the wall built in recent years to separate the two communities. We will take a Palestinian guide to visit the Church of the Nativity, the Grotto of the Manger and the Shepherds’ Field. Return to Jerusalem and accommodation.
Day 3 - Jerusalem
Day 3 - Jerusalem
We include a visit to the old city of Jerusalem. Excursion by Mount Scopus toward the Mount of Olives. There is an extraordinary view of the walled Holy City from the top. We then continue to Gethsemane, the Basilica of the Agony. Departure toward the Old City. Visit to the Western Wall (Wailing Wall). We will continue along the Via Dolorosa to arrive at Calvary, the place where Christ was crucified, and to see the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. We then go onward to Mount Zion to visit the Tomb of King David, the Cenacle (Hall of the Last Supper) and the Abbey of the Dormition. Accommodation in Jerusalem.
Day 4 - Jerusalem - Ajlun – Jerash – Amman
Day 4 - Jerusalem - Ajlun – Jerash – Amman
Breakfast. Early departure to border of Israel and Jordan. Arrival at Sheik Hussein Bridge to complete border and visa procedures. Welcome to Jordan! We explore the FORTRESS OF AJLUN, an imposing castle dating back to the 12th century. In this area, Muslims and Orthodox Christians have always lived together. We visit the historic CHURCH OF SAINT SERGIUS. Shall we all pray for peace? Lunch included. We continue to JERASH to visit its impressive Roman archaeological site. We then travel to AMMAN. Arrival and accommodation.
NOTE: The Sheik Hussein border must be crossed on a special bus for this purpose. This costs around $3 per person, which must be paid directly by the passengers themselves.
IMPORTANT NOTE: There are customs regulations upon arrival in JORDAN that prohibit the entry of religious objects. These objects can be withdrawn from the passenger without prior notice and without any compensation. Europamundo is not responsible if this happens.
FEES: Each country requires an entry/exit fee that passengers must pay directly at their destination. For guidance purposes, these are the fees/visa fees that may apply (prices subject to change without notice): Israel: $32 (Departure Fee to Jordan); Jordan: 40 dinars/$60 (Sheik Hussein Border visa).
NOTE: The Sheik Hussein border must be crossed on a special bus for this purpose. This costs around $3 per person, which must be paid directly by the passengers themselves.
IMPORTANT NOTE: There are customs regulations upon arrival in JORDAN that prohibit the entry of religious objects. These objects can be withdrawn from the passenger without prior notice and without any compensation. Europamundo is not responsible if this happens.
FEES: Each country requires an entry/exit fee that passengers must pay directly at their destination. For guidance purposes, these are the fees/visa fees that may apply (prices subject to change without notice): Israel: $32 (Departure Fee to Jordan); Jordan: 40 dinars/$60 (Sheik Hussein Border visa).
Day 5 - Amman -Castles of the Desert -Madaba -Mount Nebo -Amman
Day 5 - Amman -Castles of the Desert -Madaba -Mount Nebo -Amman
We will depart towards 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 the QUSAYR AMRA World Heritage Site, notable for its remarkable frescoes. Then, we travel to MADABA, lunch is included. We will visit the Madaba Archaeological Park, which we cross via an ancient Roman road, and the Church of St. George, with its fantastic 6th Century mosaic representing the oldest known map of the Holy Land. We continue to MOUNT NEBO, where Moses stopped to look over the Promised Land. Return to Amman. Arrival and free time.
Day 6 - Amman -Bethany -Panorama Complex -Dead Sea
Day 6 - Amman -Bethany -Panorama Complex -Dead Sea
We leave for BETHANY on the banks of the River Jordan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; this is where John the Baptist baptised Jesus. Then we visit the DEAD SEA MUSEUM, which an impressive Panorama Complex. Lunch is included. Arriving at our hotel at the DEAD SEA, do not forget to take a dip in the saltiest sea and lowest altitude on earth. Dinner and accommodation included.
Day 7 - Dead Sea -Karak Castle -Dana -Shobak -Petra
Day 7 - Dead Sea -Karak Castle -Dana -Shobak -Petra
Exciting section in the heart of Jordan. We ascend to the historic King´s Road, which tells us about the Moab Kingdom of the Bible. At the top of a hill we will be surprised by the castle of KARAK (entrance included), an impressive example of military architecture of the twelfth century. It soon became one of the most important fortresses between Jerusalem and Aqaba. Arrival at DANA, a small picturesque town of stone houses on a huge cliff. Lunch is included. We continue along the King´s Route to SHOBAK, where we take photographs (outside only) of the great Crusader Castle. We continue to WADI MUSA (the site around Petra). We will explore the MOSES SPRING, where Moses is said to have tapped the rock with his rod and the water gushed out, and the Petra Museum, an excellent exhibition that enables us to learn about the history of the Nabateans and to see magnificent pieces found in the area. Dinner and accommodation. Any travelers who wish can go to an old Turkish bath or see a light and sound show in Petra.
Day 8 - Petra -Wadi Rum
Day 8 - Petra -Wadi Rum
Today we have the most exciting day of the trip: First, we visit the impressive archaeological site of PETRA, which is accessed through a narrow canyon, and discover the temples and tombs excavated on the cliffs in this city that was founded 300 years before Christ. After lunch (included) we leave for the impressive desert of WADI RUM. At the Visitor Centre we board 4x4 vehicles to visit some of the most impressive landscapes. We stop in the town of RUM to visit 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 reveal the origins of the Arabic language. Dinner and accommodation included in a desert camp.
Day 9 - Wadi Rum -Aqaba -Eilat -Saint Catherine
Day 9 - Wadi Rum -Aqaba -Eilat -Saint Catherine
***VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the warlike situation in Israel, while the conflict is ongoing, the passage through EILAT will be eliminated from the stage. The stage will be carried out by crossing by direct ferry from Aqaba, Jordan, to Taba, Egypt, thus avoiding passing through Israel.
After breakfast, we leave for AQABA, Jordan’s second city, lying on the banks of the Red Sea. We walk through the center before continuing to the border of ISRAEL, EILAT and arrive in this modern and tourist city with its excellent beaches. There’s time to relax, have lunch and stroll around. Are you tempted to have a swim? We then continue towards the EGYPT border, and into Sinai. On the way, there’s chance to take photographs of the Pharaoh’s Island with the powerful fortress of Saladin. Continue to SAINT CATHERINE. Arrival, accommodation and dinner included.
FEES: At the border crossing from Jordan to Israel and from Israel to Egypt, every traveler must pay an entry/exit fee for the different countries. Jordan: $15 (exit fees), Israel: $32 (exit fee), Egypt: $45 (entry visa, which is actually $25 visa + $20.Approximate rates and subject to change without prior notice by the authorities of the country.Drones and cameras with a 5,5 mtr zoom are prohibited as well as other types of professional equipment cameras ( Europamundo is not responsiblefor objects that may be seized at borders by the authorities of the countries)
IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to exceptional circumstances or due to a small number of participants, it may happen that we will cross directly from Jordan to Egypt by boat, taking the AQABA- TABA FERRY with a duration of just over two hours. During the ferry crossing, there will be no assistance from any guide.
After breakfast, we leave for AQABA, Jordan’s second city, lying on the banks of the Red Sea. We walk through the center before continuing to the border of ISRAEL, EILAT and arrive in this modern and tourist city with its excellent beaches. There’s time to relax, have lunch and stroll around. Are you tempted to have a swim? We then continue towards the EGYPT border, and into Sinai. On the way, there’s chance to take photographs of the Pharaoh’s Island with the powerful fortress of Saladin. Continue to SAINT CATHERINE. Arrival, accommodation and dinner included.
FEES: At the border crossing from Jordan to Israel and from Israel to Egypt, every traveler must pay an entry/exit fee for the different countries. Jordan: $15 (exit fees), Israel: $32 (exit fee), Egypt: $45 (entry visa, which is actually $25 visa + $20.Approximate rates and subject to change without prior notice by the authorities of the country.Drones and cameras with a 5,5 mtr zoom are prohibited as well as other types of professional equipment cameras ( Europamundo is not responsiblefor objects that may be seized at borders by the authorities of the countries)
IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to exceptional circumstances or due to a small number of participants, it may happen that we will cross directly from Jordan to Egypt by boat, taking the AQABA- TABA FERRY with a duration of just over two hours. During the ferry crossing, there will be no assistance from any guide.
Day 10 - Saint Catherine -Well of Moses -Cairo
Day 10 - Saint Catherine -Well of Moses -Cairo
At the foot of Mount Sinai, we visit the impressive walled monastery of SAINT CATHERINE. According to tradition, this is where Moses saw “the Burning Bush that burned without being consumed”. The monastery, which is a sacred place for Jews, Christians and Muslims, belongs to the Orthodox Church and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We then continue on through the Sinai Desert’s picturesque landscapes. Lunch included in route. Stop at the WELL OF MOSES, a biblical site that looks like a small oasis. We will leave Sinai through the tunnel under the SUEZ CANAL. Arrival in CAIRO at the end of the afternoon. Accommodation.
Day 11 - Cairo
Day 11 - Cairo
Full day visit where we explore the famous Pyramids of Cheops, Kefren and Micerinos (tickets to go inside the pyramids are not included), and also the impressive Sphinx, which is sculpted from rock. Visit to the Egyptian Museum with its ancient art and where the treasure of the Lost Tomb of Tutankhamen is kept. Lunch included. Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque. We will take a walk through the Coptic neighborhood where we visit the Hanging Church built above a Roman fortress.
Day 12 - Cairo - Luxor
Day 12 - Cairo - Luxor
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport and flight included to LUXOR. Arrival and transfer to the cruise, boarding and accommodation. Full board on the cruise. Visit impressive set of temples of Luxor and Karnak. Accommodation on board.
Day 13 - Luxor - Esna
Day 13 - Luxor - Esna
Today you will be able to admire the Necropolis of Thebes, visiting the famous VALLEY OF THE KINGS, where are hidden the tombs of the main pharaohs. Composed of several rooms and corridors that lead to the burial chambers, are among others, Ramses III, Seti I and Amenhotep II. You will also visit the Colossae of Memnon, two impressive statues of Amenophis II, as well as the Temple of Queen Hatsepsut (Deir el Bahari) and the Temple of Medinet Habu. During this day we can enjoy the beauty of the Nile riverbanks. You could do different activities on the boat and at evening enjoy the music at the disco. Full board. Night on board, navigating to ESNA.
Day 14 - Esna -Edfu -Kom Ombo - Aswan
Day 14 - Esna -Edfu -Kom Ombo - Aswan
Arrival to EDFU and visit the Temple of Horus (God represented by a Falcon), which in the past was partially covered by lime during the periodic flooding of the river Nile. The rescue and restoration work complete, we now have one of the most beautiful temples of Ptolemaic times, in an exceptional state of preservation. Navigation to KOM OMBO. Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, the only temple dedicated to two gods, Sobek and Haroesis, where we find a Nilometer (former system for measuring the level of the Nile River) and a mummified crocodile. During the evening you will be able to enjoy the Chilaba’s party, local typical outfit (on route you could economically acquire them at local markets). Full board. Accommodation on board, navigating to ASWAN.
Day 15 - Aswan
Day 15 - Aswan
Arrival to ASWAN. Possibility of getting the optional tour to Abu Simbel (visit NOT included in the itinerary), located two hundred and eighty kilometers from Aswam, visit the western desert and the temples carved on the cliff by Ramses II during the twelfth century BC, with 20 meters high statues, dedicated to the god Amon Ra, and the Temple of Nefertari, dedicated to the goddess Hathor. Visit the Red Granite quarry where is the famous 41 meters high Unfinished Obelisk. We will also visit the Aswan Dam, one of the largest in the world, which created Lake Nasser with a length of more than 500 km. We will visit the beautiful Temple of Philae dedicated to the goddess Isis and located on a small island that can only be accessed by boat. In the afternoon, a felucca cruise on the Nile, typical sailing boats in the area, heading to the island of Kitchener where the Botanical Garden is located. Full board. Accommodation on board.
Day 16 - Aswan - Cairo
Day 16 - Aswan - Cairo
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport to take the plane to Cairo (flight included). Arrival to CAIRO airport and transfer to the hotel. During the evening, visit the Light and Sound Show at the Giza Pyramids. Accommodation.
Day 17 -
After breakfast, transfer to the airport and end of our services.
Tour Includes
Planned Hotels
Thousand NightsAl-Madina Al-Monawara St 191, Amman 11195
Amman, 11195 - Jordan
KayaAr-Razi St., Amman 11118
Amman, Jordan
Sulaf Luxury HotelAl-Madina Al-Monawara St, Amman, Jordania
Amman, Jordan
Hotel Mena TycheAbdallah Ben Omar St. 11124 Amman
Amman, 11134 - Jordan
Seven RosesSaleh Al-Smadi Street, 7th
Amman, 11195 - Jordan
Harir PalaceAl-Wifaq Street, Amman 11193
Amman, 11193 - Jordan
Barco Ms Nile Paradise CruiseAswan, Egypt
Barco AmwajAswan, Egypt
Barco Monte CarloAswan, Egypt
Barco Crown EmperorEdrissi Dock, Near, Iberotel, Luxor Governorate 85951
Aswan, 85951 - Egypt
Barco Jaz Crown JubileeAbu AR Rish Qebli, Qism Aswan, Aswan Governorate 1240892
Aswan, 1240892 - Egypt
Barco SymphonyX
Aswan, Egypt
Barco Ms Chateau Lafayette NiloAswan, Egypt
Barco Solaris IiAswan, Egypt
Ms SalaciaAswan, Egypt
Barco Radamis IiAswan, Egypt
Barco AlyssaAswan, Egypt
Ms La SarahAswan, Egypt
Barco Princess SarahAswan, Egypt
Grand Nile TowerCorniche El Nil1548; Garden City1548; Cairo Governorate, Egipto
El Cairo, Egypt
Hotel Helnan DreamlandWahat Road 6 Th Of October City-giza
El Cairo, Egypt
Swiss In Pyramids Golf ResortAl Wahat Road, 6Th Of October City
El Cairo, Egypt
Tolip El GalaaSalah Salem St., Heliopolis | Cairo | Egypt
El Cairo, Egypt
Tolip Golden PlazaOmar Ibn El-Khatab St.,Heliopolis,
El Cairo, Egypt
Triumph PlazaIntersection Of Ihsan Abdel Kodous St. with, El-Khalifa El-Maamoun, st, Cairo
El Cairo, 11757 - Egypt
Cairo PyramidsAlexandria Road, Pyramids - Giza P.O Box 1 Giza / Cairo Egypt
El Cairo, BOX 1 GIZA - Egypt
Hilton Pyramids GolfEl Wahat Rd, First 6th of October, Giza Governorate 3294303, Egipto
El Cairo, 3294303 - Egypt
Radisson Blu HeliopolisAbdel Hamid Badawi St, Sheraton Al Matar, El Nozha, Cairo Governorate 11787, Egipto
El Cairo, 11787 - Egypt
Barco ChamplionEl Cairo, Egypt
Barco Princess SarahEsna, Egypt
Barco Radamis IiEsna, Egypt
Barco Solaris IiEsna, Egypt
Ms La SarahEsna, Egypt
Barco Ms Chateau Lafayette NiloEsna, Egypt
Barco SymphonyEsna, Egypt
Barco Jaz Crown JubileeAbu AR Rish Qebli, Qism Aswan, Aswan Governorate 1240892
Esna, 1240892 - Egypt
Barco Crown EmperorEdrissi Dock, Near, Iberotel, Luxor Governorate 85951
Esna, 85951 - Egypt
Barco Monte CarloEsna, Egypt
Barco AlyssaEsna, Egypt
Barco AmwajEsna, Egypt
Barco Nile JewelEsna, Egypt
Ms Nile Paradise CruiseEsna, Egypt
Leonardo Hotel Jerusalem9 Saint George, Jerusalén 9720918, Israel
Jerusalen, 9720918 - Israel
Lady Stern HotelJaffa Street 204, Jerusalén 2423625, Israel
Jerusalen, 2423625, - Israel
Prima Park JerusalemZe´ev Vilnai St 2
Jerusalen, 95435 - Israel
Hotel Grand CourtCalle Saint George nº 15
Jerusalen, 91002 - Israel
Ramada Ramat GanKrinitsi St 1, Ramat Gan, Israel
Jerusalen, Israel
Ramada JerusalÉnZe´ev Vilnay 6 Street. 91033 JerusalÉn
Jerusalen, 91003 - Israel
Ramat RachelKibbutz Ramat Rachel , Jerusalén, 90900
Jerusalen, 90900 - Israel
Jacob Bat Sheva Jerusalem42 King George St., Jerusalem0
Jerusalen, Israel
Ibis Jerusalem City Center4 Elisar St. 9423601 JERUSALEM ISRAEL
Jerusalen, 9423601 - Israel
Barco Ms Semiramis IiLuxor, Egypt
Barco MahrousaLuxor, Egypt
Barco Monte CarloLuxor, Egypt
Barco Nile QuestLuxor, Egypt
Barco Crown EmperorEdrissi Dock, Near, Iberotel, Luxor Governorate 85951
Luxor, 85951 - Egypt
Barco Jaz Crown JubileeAbu AR Rish Qebli, Qism Aswan, Aswan Governorate 1240892,
Luxor, 1240892 - Egypt
Barco AmwajLuxor, Egypt
Barco Ms Semiramis IiLuxor, Egypt
Barco Ms Nile Paradise CruiseLuxor, Egypt
Barco ChamplionLuxor, Egypt
Barco King TutLuxor, Egypt
Barco TravietaLuxor, Egypt
Barco MedeaLuxor, Egypt
Barco Nile StoryLuxor, Egypt
Barco CoralLuxor, Egypt
Barco SymphonyLuxor, Egypt
Barco Ms Chateau Lafayette NiloLuxor, Egypt
Barco Solaris IiLuxor, Egypt
Ms SalaciaLuxor, Egypt
Barco Radamis IiLuxor, Egypt
Barco AlyssaLuxor, Egypt
Barco Princess SarahLuxor, Egypt
Barco Ms A SarahLuxor, Egypt
Barco Radamis ILuxor, Egypt
Ms La SarahLuxor, Egypt
Barco Crown EmpressLuxor, Egypt
Crowne Plaza JordanP.O. Box 100, Dead Sea, 18186 Sowayma
Mar Muerto, 18186 - Jordan
Grand East Hotel Resort Y SpaSweimah Dead Sea
Mar Muerto, Jordan
Holiday Inn Resort Dead SeaDead Sea Road Dead Sea, 18186, Jordania
Mar Muerto, 18186 - Jordan
Petra Moon LuxuryTourism St, Wadi Musa
Petra, Jordan
Hotel PanoramaWadi Musa, Jordania
Petra, Jordan
Petra MoonPetra/Wadi Musa 71810, Jordania
Petra, 71810 - Jordan
P Quattro HotelWadi Musa
Petra, Jordan
Old Village HotelKings Hwy., Wadi Musa, Jordania
Petra, Jordan
Movenpick Resort PetraTourism St, Wadi Musa , sin número.
Petra, Jordan
Movenpick Nabatean CastleQueen Rania Street
Petra, Jordan
Hayat Zaman71873 Wadi Musa, Jordania
Petra, 71873 - Jordan
Hotel Tetra TreeWadi Musa
Petra, Jordan
Petra EliteCity Center, 71810,Petra
Petra, 71810 - Jordan
Petra NightsQueen Rania street, 71810 Wadi Musa
Petra, 71810 - Jordan
Strand Taba Height ResortHeights, Nuweiba, South Sinai Governorate 8785202, Egipto
Santa Catalina, 8785202 - Egypt
Bayview TabaNuweibaa - Taba Road Taba, South Sinai Governorate 46621, Egipt
Santa Catalina, 46621 - Egypt
Tobya BoutiqueKm 2, Taba International Road Taba, South Sinai, 46621
Santa Catalina, 46621 - Egypt
Mosaique Beach Resort TabaHeights, Km 42 Road, Nuweiba, South Sinai Governorate 46621, Egipto
Santa Catalina, 46621 - Egypt
Hotel Tolip Taba Resort-ciudad De TabaSouth Pharaoh Island, North Sinai Governorate 99999, Egipto
Santa Catalina, 99999 - Egypt
Hotel Morgan LandVillage Ste Catherine,baia Di Nabq, South Sinai
Santa Catalina, Egypt
Campamento MazayenWadi Rum, Jordan
Oasis Luxury CampAl Disi - Rum Oasis Camp Wadi Rum, 76269 Rum Village, Jordania
Wadi Rum, 76269 - Jordan
Luxury Magic CampWadi Rum El Dessi
Wadi Rum, Jordan
Arena Desert Camp AdventurersWadi Rum protected area and nature reserve Al disah
Wadi Rum, 77110 - Jordan
Aladdin CampJordan - Ad Diseh, Siq Um Al Tawaqi, Wadi Rum
Wadi Rum, Jordan
Yasmina Luxury Campwadi rum, 43333 Wadi Rum, Jordania
Wadi Rum, 43333 - Jordan
Campamento Star WarsWadi Rum Protected Area
Wadi Rum, 77110 - Jordan
Private Magic CampWadi Rum Village
Wadi Rum, Jordan
Campamento Jabal BurdahWadi rum village, 77110
Wadi Rum, Jordan
Desert Season CampWadi Rum 71882, Wadi Rum Village 71810
Wadi Rum, 71810 - Jordan
Panorama CampJFFH+6G8, Unnamed Road, Disah
Wadi Rum, Jordan
