Epic Trip to the Middle East

Epic Trip to the Middle East Package Details

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19 days

Embark on an incredible trip to the Middle East through the cultural and historical landscapes of Israel, Jordan, and Egypt. In 20 days, this trip to the Middle East will take you across some of the world’s most iconic and sacred sites for an unparalleled experience of the region’s rich history and diverse cultures.

Unforgettable Destinations on Your Trip to the Middle East

Begin your trip to the Middle East in Israel, a country where ancient traditions blend with modern innovations in the best way possible. Your beginning will be in vibrant Tel Aviv, which will introduce you to the ancient port of Jaffa—first, with its narrow, winding cobblestone streets and buildings steeped in history. From here, you’ll head down the Mediterranean coast to Caesarea, an ancient city that King Herod the Great built, boasting an enormous port and serving as the capital of Roman Judea. A massive amphitheater and aqueduct ruins attest to the prominence it once held during your trip to the Middle East.

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You will continue up onto Mount Carmel to the city of Haifa and stop in at the stunningly beautiful Bahai Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage site that overlooks the city and the Mediterranean Sea. In Nazareth, stop at the Church of the Annunciation, one of Christianity’s most revered pilgrimage sites and said to be the very site where the Angel Gabriel told Mary she would conceive Jesus. The day concludes at Cana with a visit to the site of Jesus’ first miracle at the Wedding Church, before retiring for the night by the serene Sea of Galilee.

The next morning start on a spiritual drive around the Sea of Galilee, including stops at Mount Beatitudes, where Jesus gave the Sermon on the Mount, and Capernaum, “Jesus’ Town”; see ruins of an old synagogue and the home of St. Peter. This is further reinforced with a panoramic boat ride on the calm Galilee waters, together with your visit to the “Jesus Boat,” a fishing boat from 2,000 years ago, which was discovered in the sea. Your trip to the Middle East continues in Israel with a visit to the Jordan River for renewed faith at the Yardenit Baptismal Site.

The ride now takes you to the Judean Desert and the ancient fortress of Masada. Rising to a plateau atop a craggy rock, Masada takes in a breathtaking view over the desert landscape and relates the story of Jewish rebels making their final stand against the Roman Empire. A swim in the Dead Sea is an opportunity to be at the lowest point on Earth, and the rejuvenation comes with being able to float effortlessly in its rich, mineral waters.

Jerusalem, the heart of Israel, is a city that will capture your attention because of its deep historical and spiritual importance. The Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, and the Dome of the Rock are all situated within the ancient streets of the Old City—mementos of a city that unites several faiths under one sky. In the New City, tour the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial, the Israel Museum, and the colorful Mahane Yehuda Market, teeming with flavors and sounds of Israel. This comprehensive trip to the Middle East ensures you experience the vibrant life and profound history of Jerusalem.

Discover the Ancient Kingdoms of Jordan

Next, your trip to the Middle East takes you to Jordan, a land of eternal beauty and ancient wonders. The border crossing at Aqaba throws you right into the dramatic landscapes of Wadi Rum, often referred to as the “Valley of the Moon.” This huge desert landscape, with towering sandstone mountains and narrow canyons, has acted as a setting for many films and is a place of extraordinary natural beauty—an essential part of your trip to the Middle East.

Undoubtedly, the highlight of any visit to Jordan on this trip to the Middle East is the Rose City of Petra: concealed by the surrounding mountains, Petra gradually unfolds as one proceeds through the Siq—a narrow canyon opening up into the astonishing vista of the Treasury, a huge façade carved out of the face of a mountain. Further into Petra are the tombs, temples, and amphitheaters that tell the story of this once-great Nabatean civilization.

Except for Petra, Jordan has more treasures of ancient civilizations. Well-preserved Roman ruins at Jerash allow you to stroll down the monumental South Gate, stand in the Oval Plaza, and admire the imposing colonnades and temples. In Madaba, the famous mosaic map of the Holy Land adorns the floor of the Church of St George, a masterpiece of early Christian art. A short drive from Madaba brings one to Mount Nebo, where it is said that Moses glimpsed the Promised Land in his dying moments. The views from this sacred place take in the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea—a moment of quiet reflection during your trip to the Middle East.

Your Desert Castles tour continues as part of your trip to the Middle East with a collection of fortresses and hunting lodges built by the Umayyad Caliphs in the 7th and 8th centuries AD. Most prominent among them is the UNESCO-listed Qasr Amra, boasting well-preserved frescoes, which can give an idea of how early Islamic art and architecture blossomed in the region. Each site is a testament to Jordan’s rich and varied history—from its ancient roots to its Islamic heritage—making your trip to the Middle East truly enriching.

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Timeless Beauty of Egypt

The last leg of your trip to the Middle East continues with Egypt, a land identified and synonymous with ancient civilizations and monumental achievements. Start with your Egyptian experience in Cairo, where the Great Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx are; these ancient miracles of over 4,500 years ago remain in your memory for the sheer size and mystery surrounding their construction—a cornerstone of your trip to the Middle East.

The necropolis at Saqqara, not very far away, shows how pyramids evolved, with the Step Pyramid of Djoser representing the world’s oldest structure built in stone. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo itself is a treasure trove, featuring everything from the golden mask of Tutankhamun to the mummies of pharaohs past. Anything that one will come across on the premises adds to the comprehension of the culture and beliefs that shaped ancient Egypt, enhancing your trip to the Middle East.

A short flight to Luxor ushers in the beginning of the Nile cruise, a journey through the very heart of Egypt’s ancient civilization. This includes temple complexes such as Karnak and Luxor, which boast towering columns and intricate hieroglyphs, representing two of the largest and most impressive temple complexes in the world. On the west bank, there are the tombs of the pharaohs, including the most famous, Tutankhamun, hidden among desert hills. The magnificent colonnaded perspective of Queen Hatshepsut’s mortuary temple is a testament to her reign as one of the few female pharaohs of Egypt—key highlights of your trip to the Middle East.

Sailing the Nile as part of your trip to the Middle East, you’ll visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu and the unique double temple of Kom Ombo dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus. The modern and ancient engineering marvels of Egypt are represented by the High Dam and the Temple of Philae on the island of Agilkia in Aswan. In the granite quarries of Aswan, the unfinished obelisk will help you learn about the stone-working technique of ancient Egyptians, enriching your trip to the Middle East.

Your trip to the Middle East makes a full circle with the visit to Alexandria, the jewel of Egypt on the Mediterranean. Visit the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, reflecting a great combination of Egyptian and Greco-Roman art and architecture, and Pompey’s Pillar standing tall against the trial of time. The modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, as beautiful and functional in its role as a library and cultural center, spans the site of the ancient Library of Alexandria, the greatest library in the ancient world.

This trip to the Middle East is not a vacation; it’s a cultural time-travel tour that offers an attachment to the land that has shaped human history. You will be whisked away on a 20-day journey through three countries, each with a story of its own. From the sacred sites of Israel to the ancient wonders of Jordan and Egypt, this journey truly promises to be the most exhilarating adventure of a lifetime, filled with memories and experiences that will forever be etched in your mind.

Included/Exclude

  • 15 nights accommodation in hotels with breakfasts
  • 04 nights on Nile Cruise with breakfasts, lunches, and dinners onboard
  • Government-licensed English-speaking guide on touring days
  • Main entrance fees to noted sights on touring days
  • Arrival transfer from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport to the hotel in Tel Aviv
  • Departure transfer from the hotel in Cairo to Cairo Airport
  • All transfers and transportation as required for the noted itinerary
  • A/C tour minibus-coach transportation on touring days (size of vehicle according to the size of the group)
  • Domestic flight Tel Aviv-Eilat and international flight Amman-Cairo
  • Visas or visa fees for entry to Israel, Jordan, and Egypt
  • Border fees and flight charges
  • Tips to the tour guide and drivers, highly recommended throughout the tour
  • Beverages/drinks of any kind throughout the tour
  • Snacks and meals were not already noted as included
  • Medical insurance and/or travel insurance
  • Any items or services not mentioned in the included section

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Epic Trip to the Middle East Plan

The agent will meet you at the Tel Aviv Air terminal (according to your global flight appearance time) and move you to the inn for registration. The rest of the evening then, at that point, is free for relaxation.

Withdraw on pass through Jaffa, an old port city and the most seasoned piece of Tel Aviv. Proceed to the antiquated city of Caesarea, which was worked by Ruler Herod the Incomparable while driving along the delightful Mediterranean coast. Continue to Haifa, passing by Mt. Carmel to see the popular Bahai Nurseries. From head to Nazareth and the Congregation of Annunciation. Drive to Cana, where the marvel of Jesus transforming water into wine occurred, and visit the "Wedding Church". End the day with a short-term in Tiberias/Galilee Ocean.

Begin with a boat ride on the Galilee Ocean. Keep on seeing the "Jesus Boat", tracked down soaked in the Ocean of Galilee from the hour of Jesus. Climb up to Mt. Blessednesses, where Jesus gave the "Message on the Mount". From here continue toward Capernaum and visit the gathering place and Peter's home. Partake in a "St. Peters fish" lunch after which visit Tabgha, where the marvel of the portions and fishes occurred. Continue to the Golan Levels for view from above then, at that point, return to lodging.

Drive along the Jordan Waterway to the Yardenit Baptismal Site. Visit Qumran and see the caverns where the Dead Ocean Parchments were found. Head out to Masada and trolley up to the fort where the historical backdrop of the popular Jewish stronghold will unfurl before you; the royal residences worked by Ruler Herod, the gathering place and bathhouses utilized by the Jews. Slide and go to the Dead Ocean for a few unwinding and a dunk in the pungent waters. Short-term at a Dead Ocean Inn and spa where you will want to exploit the spa offices (spa offices and medicines are for your record).

Morning free at relaxation, then, at that point, leave to the Mount of Olives, a graveyard that was once canvassed in olive forests, for an all-encompassing perspective on Jerusalem. Then, at that point, withdraw to Bethlehem, to see the Congregation of Nativity situated at Trough Square and perspectives on the Judean Desert and Shepherd's Field. End of the day with an appearance at the inn in Jerusalem for a short-term visit.

Start with a visit to Israel's true dedication to the Holocaust, Yad Vashem, situated on Mt. Herzl. Drive past The Knesset and Israeli High Court, while heading to the Israel Public Exhibition hall, where you see the Dead Ocean Looks as well as a model of the Subsequent Sanctuary. Proceed with the day with an interesting visit through the Mahane Yehuda Commercial Center (Shuk) and experience life as an Israeli. Short-term Jerusalem.

Begin with a visit to the Nursery of Gethsemane, where Jesus implored his followers to doze the night before his execution. From here head to Mt. Zion where visit David's Burial place and the site of the Last Dinner. Proceed to the Christian Quarter where enter the Congregation of the Sacred Mausoleum. From that point, walk where Jesus strolled and advance down Through Dolorosa (Stations of the Cross). The day will go on with The Cardo, what used to be a central avenue in the Old City when Judea was under Roman rule. Go down toward the Western Wall and invest some energy truth be told. Then move to the Arava Boundary where a delegate will meet you on the opposite side and move you to the lodging in Aqaba for a short-term visit.

In the first part of the day withdraw to Petra, through the grand Jordanian desert and Channel Rum region. Enter the Rose City of Petra through the Siq, a restricted section through the mountains, showing up at the Depository which unexpectedly shows up toward the finish of the chasm, leaving guests in wonderment with its size, variety, and magnificence. Go on into the core of this old city, cut into the mountains, passing many burial chambers and landmarks and a breathtaking Amphitheater. After a break for lunch, leave from Petra on the drive to Amman for a short-term visit.

Today visit Madaba, renowned for the extraordinary mosaic guide of the Sacred Land, which can be found on the floor or at Holy Person George's Congregation. Then, at that point, Mt Nebo, where Moses investigated the Sacred Land and the Dead Ocean. This is viewed as the internment spot of Moses as this is where he was seen once and for all. Assuming the sky is clear, the Jordan Valley, the Dead Ocean, and Jericho will spread out before you. Get back to lodging in Amman for the short term.

Drive from Amman to visit Ajloun, a tactical palace that was utilized by the Islamic multitudes of Saladin to safeguard the district against the Crusaders. Following a visit to Jerash, one of the most safeguarded antiquated urban communities in the area. Enter through the amazing South Entryway and stroll in the Oval Court encompassed by corridors, visit the Roman theater, the Cardo, and Nymphaeum. Get once again to Amman for the last short-term visit to Jordan.

Today find three of Jordan's mythical desert palaces, worked by Umayyad rulers during the seventh and eighth hundreds of years. Investigate UNESCO-recorded Qasr Amra, well known for its eighth-century frescoes of gluttonous scenes, then the climatic Qasr Kharana and Qasr al-Azraq palaces the later was utilized as an army installation by Lawrence of Arabia during The Second Great War. Then move to Amman Air terminal for trip to Cairo, show up, and move to lodging for the time being in Cairo.

Leave on a homegrown trip to Luxor and load up the 04-night Nile Journey. Today you visit the Karnak Sanctuary, the biggest Pharaonic sanctuary complex on the planet, for certain parts built by Ramses II. Additionally visit the Sanctuary of Luxor, one more frightening sanctuary which was laid out around the fourteenth century BC. Spare energy at recreation and short-term on board the vessel.

Investigate the West Bank of Luxor, otherwise called the City of the Dead. The main visit will be to the Valley of the Lords, the most extravagant and most captivating antiquated burial chamber in Egypt. Then, at that point, visit the Sanctuary of Deir el-Bahari, which was built during the rule of Sovereign Hatshepsut. At last, the Monsters of Memnon, these two immense sculptures are the last things of the extraordinary funerary sanctuary of Amenhotep III built in 1350 BC. Get back to the vessel with the expectation of complimentary time and short-term readiness.

Sail to Edfu and on appearance visit the Tempel of Horus, the best-protected old Egyptian sanctuary. Get back to the journey vessel and keep cruising to Kom Ombo where you visit the Sanctuary devoted to the neighborhood divinities. Short-term on board as you sail towards Aswan.

On appearance to Aswan, investigate the High Dam and ride in a speedboat to arrive at Agilkia Island, where visit the Sanctuary of Philae, the focal point of the love of the Goddess Isis. Continue to the Incomplete Monolith, which was found in the rock quarry in the southern piece of Aswan. The rest of the day and night free at recreation ready or to investigate a greater amount of Aswan all alone.

Breakfast, land, and according to organized flight time withdraw on a homegrown trip back to Cairo, short-term Cairo.

Start with a visit through the old city of Memphis, presently an outside historical center vouching for the radiance of its 4,000 years of history. Close to Memphis lies the Necropolis of Saqqara, an immense old cemetery, highlighting various pyramids, including the incredibly popular Step Pyramid of Djoser. Then continue to the Incomparable Pyramids and the Sphinx situated, on the Giza Level. The Valley Sanctuaries encompassing the pyramids give knowledge to ruling strict intentions of the time. Get back to lodging in Cairo for the short term.

Visit the Egyptian Gallery, with its phenomenal presentation of old human progress. Then, see the Mosque of Mohammad Ali, the Fortress, the old city, and Ben Ezra Place of worship, otherwise called the Geniza Temple. Its storerooms were found to contain north of 2,000 middle age compositions, an assortment known as the Cairo Geniza. Then, at that point, visit one of the most seasoned and most well-known Coptic Houses of worship in Egypt, the El Mullakah Church (Hanging Church). Proceed to the City of the Dead, a four-mile long framework of burial places and sepulchers where individuals reside and work among their predecessors. End with some time in the Marketplace Khan el-Khalili. Short-term in Cairo.

Begin with an early morning drive from Cairo to Alexandria, and on appearance visit the Mausoleum Kom El Shoqafa, the biggest and most significant entombment site in Egypt. Then, Pompey's Point of Support, a commemoration segment made from red Aswan stone raised by the Roman leader of Egypt to pay tribute to Sovereign Diocletian. Finish up at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a significant library and social focus situated on the shore of the Mediterranean Ocean. It is a remembrance of the old Library of Alexandria that was obliterated hundreds of years prior. Get once again to Cairo for the last short-term visit.

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