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} } /* Accessibility: reduced motion */ @media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) { .jht-day-card { transition: none; } .jht-day-card:hover { transform: none; } } --></style> <div class="jht-itinerary"> <section class="jht-overview" aria-labelledby="tour-overview-title"> <h2 class="jht-section-heading" id="tour-overview-title">Tour Overview</h2> <p>Experience two of the Middle East's most fascinating destinations on this immersive <strong>12-day journey through Jordan and Egypt</strong>. Discover Jordan's Roman cities, biblical landscapes, Crusader castles, dramatic desert scenery and the legendary <strong>Rose City of Petra</strong> before relaxing at the mineral-rich <strong>Dead Sea</strong>.</p> <p>Continue to Egypt to explore the historic landmarks of <strong>Cairo</strong>, the monumental <strong>Pyramids of Giza</strong>, ancient <strong>Saqqara</strong> and <strong>Memphis</strong>. Fly south to <strong>Aswan</strong> and enjoy a memorable Nile cruise through <strong>Kom Ombo</strong>, <strong>Edfu</strong> and <strong>Luxor</strong>, visiting magnificent temples, royal tombs and some of the ancient world's greatest archaeological treasures.</p> <p>The itinerary combines guided sightseeing, scenic road journeys, cultural encounters and time for independent exploration, creating a balanced introduction to the history, landscapes and traditions of both countries.</p> <div class="jht-overview-grid"> <div class="jht-overview-item"><span class="jht-overview-label">Duration</span> <span class="jht-overview-value">12 Days</span></div> <div class="jht-overview-item"><span class="jht-overview-label">Countries</span> <span class="jht-overview-value">Jordan & Egypt</span></div> <div class="jht-overview-item"><span class="jht-overview-label">Journey Style</span> <span class="jht-overview-value">Private Cultural Tour</span></div> <div class="jht-overview-item"><span class="jht-overview-label">Main Highlights</span> <span class="jht-overview-value">Petra & Nile Cruise</span></div> </div> </section> <!-- Detailed Itinerary --> <section aria-labelledby="detailed-itinerary-title"> <h2 class="jht-section-heading" id="detailed-itinerary-title">Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary</h2> <div class="jht-timeline"><!-- Day 1 --> <article class="jht-day"> <div class="jht-day-number" aria-hidden="true">Day<br>1</div> <div class="jht-day-card"><header class="jht-day-header"> <h3>Day 1: Arrival in Amman, Jordan – Leisure Time</h3> </header> <div class="jht-day-content"> <p>Welcome to <strong>Amman</strong>. Upon arrival, meet your driver outside the airport and transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to relax after your journey or begin exploring Jordan's lively capital independently.</p> <p>You may visit <strong>Rainbow Street</strong>, known for its cafés, colourful shops, galleries and street art, or discover Jordan's rich heritage at the <strong>Jordan Museum</strong>. In the evening, consider exploring the restaurants and vibrant atmosphere of <strong>Abdoun</strong> before returning to your hotel.</p> </div> </div> </article> <!-- Day 2 --> <article class="jht-day"> <div class="jht-day-number" aria-hidden="true">Day<br>2</div> <div class="jht-day-card"><header class="jht-day-header"> <h3>Day 2: Jerash, Ajloun Castle & Amman City Tour</h3> </header> <div class="jht-day-content"> <p>Travel north to the <strong>Archaeological Site of Jerash</strong>, one of the Middle East's best-preserved Greco-Roman cities. Explore its impressive amphitheatres, colonnaded streets, public squares and the ancient <strong>Hippodrome</strong>.</p> <p>Continue into the highlands to visit the 12th-century <strong>Ajloun Castle</strong>. Walk through the historic fortress and enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding valleys and olive groves.</p> <p>Return to Amman to visit the hilltop <strong>Amman Citadel</strong> and the second-century <strong>Roman Theatre</strong>. Afterwards, enjoy time to explore Amman's traditional souks, local shops and street-food scene before returning to your hotel.</p> </div> </div> </article> <!-- Day 3 --> <article class="jht-day"> <div class="jht-day-number" aria-hidden="true">Day<br>3</div> <div class="jht-day-card"><header class="jht-day-header"> <h3>Day 3: King's Highway to Petra – Madaba, Mount Nebo, Wadi Mujib, Karak & Dana</h3> </header> <div class="jht-day-content"> <p>Depart Amman and travel towards Petra along the historic <strong>King's Highway</strong>. Your first stop is <strong>Madaba</strong>, where the Greek Orthodox Church of <strong>Saint George</strong> houses the famous sixth-century mosaic map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land.</p> <p>Continue to <strong>Mount Nebo</strong>, the biblical site from which Moses is believed to have viewed the Promised Land. On a clear day, the viewpoint offers sweeping vistas towards the Dead Sea and the surrounding landscape.</p> <p>Stop at the spectacular <strong>Wadi Mujib viewpoint</strong>, often called the Grand Canyon of Jordan, before visiting the imposing Crusader fortress of <strong>Karak Castle</strong>. Continue through southern Jordan for a scenic stop overlooking the <strong>Dana Nature Reserve</strong>.</p> <p>Subject to the day's timing, an additional stop may be made at <strong>Shobak Castle</strong>. Continue to <strong>Petra</strong> for your overnight stay.</p> </div> </div> </article> <!-- Day 4 --> <article class="jht-day"> <div class="jht-day-number" aria-hidden="true">Day<br>4</div> <div class="jht-day-card"><header class="jht-day-header"> <h3>Day 4: Explore Petra & Transfer to Wadi Rum</h3> </header> <div class="jht-day-content"> <p>Spend the morning exploring <strong>Petra</strong>, Jordan's celebrated Nabataean city and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Meet a local guide for an introductory tour before continuing to explore the site at your own pace.</p> <p>Walk through the dramatic <strong>Siq</strong> to reach the magnificent <strong>Treasury</strong>. Continue among Petra's rock-cut tombs, temples and colonnaded streets, and discover the Nabataeans' remarkable water-management system. Your visit also includes the important temple of <strong>Qasr Al-Bint</strong>.</p> <p>In the afternoon, travel south to <strong>Wadi Rum</strong>, the spectacular desert wilderness known as the Valley of the Moon. Pass red sandstone mountains, canyons and sweeping desert landscapes before arriving at your Bedouin-style camp for an atmospheric night in the desert.</p> </div> </div> </article> <!-- Day 5 --> <article class="jht-day"> <div class="jht-day-number" aria-hidden="true">Day<br>5</div> <div class="jht-day-card"><header class="jht-day-header"> <h3>Day 5: Wadi Rum to Wadi Mujib & the Dead Sea</h3> </header> <div class="jht-day-content"> <p>Leave <strong>Wadi Rum</strong> and travel for approximately three and a half hours towards the <strong>Dead Sea</strong> along the scenic Dead Sea Highway.</p> <p>En route, visit <strong>Wadi Mujib Reserve</strong>, the world's lowest nature reserve, where seasonal trails lead through dramatic sandstone gorges and striking natural scenery. Depending on the chosen trail, you may enjoy a guided or independent hiking experience.</p> <p>Continue to the <strong>Dead Sea</strong>, the lowest point on Earth. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing at your hotel, enjoying its facilities and experiencing the unique sensation of floating in the mineral-rich water.</p> <div class="jht-note"><strong>Seasonal note:</strong> Access to the wet trails at Wadi Mujib is generally available from <strong>1 April to 31 October</strong> and remains subject to weather, water levels and official opening conditions.</div> <div class="jht-overnight">Overnight at a Dead Sea hotel</div> </div> </div> </article> <!-- Day 6 --> <article class="jht-day"> <div class="jht-day-number" aria-hidden="true">Day<br>6</div> <div class="jht-day-card"><header class="jht-day-header"> <h3>Day 6: Fly from Amman to Cairo & Cairo City Tour</h3> </header> <div class="jht-day-content"> <p>Transfer from the Dead Sea to <strong>Queen Alia International Airport</strong> for your flight to <strong>Cairo</strong>. Upon arrival in Egypt, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel before beginning a half-day city tour.</p> <p>Visit the <strong>Egyptian Museum</strong>, home to an extraordinary collection of ancient Egyptian objects, royal treasures, jewellery and archaeological discoveries. Continue to the medieval <strong>Cairo Citadel</strong>, located above the city on the Muqattam Hills.</p> <p>Explore the historic <strong>Hanging Church</strong>, one of Cairo's best-known Coptic churches, before ending the tour at <strong>Khan El-Khalili</strong>. Browse its narrow lanes, traditional handicrafts, spices and local cafés, with the opportunity to try Egyptian favourites such as <strong>koshary</strong>.</p> <div class="jht-note"><strong>Flight note:</strong> The flight from Amman to Cairo is not included. A morning flight is recommended to allow sufficient time for the scheduled Cairo tour.</div> </div> </div> </article> <!-- Day 7 --> <article class="jht-day"> <div class="jht-day-number" aria-hidden="true">Day<br>7</div> <div class="jht-day-card"><header class="jht-day-header"> <h3>Day 7: Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Memphis</h3> </header> <div class="jht-day-content"> <p>Meet your guide and travel to the <strong>Giza Plateau</strong> to explore Egypt's most iconic ancient monuments. See the <strong>Great Pyramid of Giza</strong>, the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, together with the <strong>Pyramid of Khafre</strong> and the <strong>Pyramid of Menkaure</strong>.</p> <p>Continue to the monumental <strong>Great Sphinx</strong> before travelling to the UNESCO-listed <strong>Saqqara Necropolis</strong>, home to ancient tombs, temples and the famous Step Pyramid complex.</p> <p>Complete the day's exploration at <strong>Memphis</strong>, the first capital of unified ancient Egypt. Visit the open-air museum and see archaeological remains including the impressive colossal statue of <strong>Ramesses II</strong>, then return to your Cairo hotel.</p> </div> </div> </article> <!-- Day 8 --> <article class="jht-day"> <div class="jht-day-number" aria-hidden="true">Day<br>8</div> <div class="jht-day-card"><header class="jht-day-header"> <h3>Day 8: Fly to Aswan, Philae Temple, High Dam & Nile Cruise</h3> </header> <div class="jht-day-content"> <p>Take a morning flight south to <strong>Aswan</strong>. Upon arrival, meet your guide and visit the beautiful <strong>Philae Temple</strong>, dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis and relocated to protect it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.</p> <p>Continue to the monumental <strong>Aswan High Dam</strong>, one of modern Egypt's most important engineering projects, situated between the Nile and <strong>Lake Nasser</strong>.</p> <p>Transfer to your Nile cruise and check in for the next four nights. After lunch, enjoy a traditional <strong>felucca sailing experience</strong> around Aswan, passing landmarks such as <strong>Elephantine Island</strong> and <strong>El-Nabatat Island</strong>, home to the Aswan Botanical Garden. Return to the ship for dinner and the evening programme.</p> </div> </div> </article> <!-- Day 9 --> <article class="jht-day"> <div class="jht-day-number" aria-hidden="true">Day<br>9</div> <div class="jht-day-card"><header class="jht-day-header"> <h3>Day 9: Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples – Cruise Towards Luxor</h3> </header> <div class="jht-day-content"> <p>Enjoy breakfast on board as the cruise reaches the unique <strong>Temple of Kom Ombo</strong>. Explore the symmetrical double temple dedicated to <strong>Sobek</strong>, the crocodile god, and <strong>Horus the Elder</strong>. Visit its halls, courtyards and sanctuaries, as well as the nearby <strong>Crocodile Museum</strong>.</p> <p>Return to the ship and continue to <strong>Edfu</strong>. Travel by horse-drawn carriage through the town to the remarkably preserved <strong>Temple of Edfu</strong>, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus.</p> <p>Admire the monumental entrance, towering columns and carved reliefs before returning to the cruise. Enjoy dinner on board as the ship continues towards <strong>Luxor</strong>.</p> </div> </div> </article> <!-- Day 10 --> <article class="jht-day"> <div class="jht-day-number" aria-hidden="true">Day<br>10</div> <div class="jht-day-card"><header class="jht-day-header"> <h3>Day 10: Optional Hot-Air Balloon, Valley of the Kings & Queen Hatshepsut's Temple</h3> </header> <div class="jht-day-content"> <p>An optional early-morning <strong>hot-air balloon flight</strong> offers unforgettable sunrise views over Luxor, the Nile and the ancient monuments of the West Bank.</p> <p>Continue to the UNESCO-listed <strong>Valley of the Kings</strong>, where many of Egypt's New Kingdom pharaohs and nobles were buried. Enter selected royal tombs and admire their detailed wall paintings and ancient inscriptions.</p> <p>Visit the striking mortuary <strong>Temple of Queen Hatshepsut</strong> at Deir El-Bahari, followed by the <strong>Colossi of Memnon</strong>, two monumental statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.</p> <p>Return to the cruise for lunch. The remainder of the afternoon is free to relax on board or arrange additional time in Luxor.</p> <div class="jht-note"><strong>Optional activity:</strong> The hot-air balloon experience is subject to weather, operational conditions and local aviation approval.</div> </div> </div> </article> <!-- Day 11 --> <article class="jht-day"> <div class="jht-day-number" aria-hidden="true">Day<br>11</div> <div class="jht-day-card"><header class="jht-day-header"> <h3>Day 11: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple & Flight to Cairo</h3> </header> <div class="jht-day-content"> <p>Disembark from your Nile cruise and visit the vast <strong>Karnak Temple Complex</strong>. Walk through its monumental gateways, courtyards and sanctuaries, and enter the spectacular <strong>Great Hypostyle Hall</strong>, famous for its forest of 134 decorated columns.</p> <p>Continue along the historic <strong>Avenue of Sphinxes</strong> towards <strong>Luxor Temple</strong>. Explore its statues, obelisks, chapels and ceremonial spaces, which were closely connected with royal and religious life during the New Kingdom.</p> <p>After completing your Luxor sightseeing, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to <strong>Cairo</strong>. Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel for the night.</p> </div> </div> </article> <!-- Day 12 --> <article class="jht-day"> <div class="jht-day-number" aria-hidden="true">Day<br>12</div> <div class="jht-day-card"><header class="jht-day-header"> <h3>Day 12: Cairo Leisure Time & Departure</h3> </header> <div class="jht-day-content"> <p>Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy your final hours in <strong>Cairo</strong> at leisure. You may visit <strong>Cairo Tower</strong> on Gezira Island for panoramic city views or return to <strong>Khan El-Khalili</strong> for last-minute shopping and souvenirs.</p> <p>At the arranged time, meet your driver at the hotel and transfer to Cairo International Airport for your onward journey.</p> <div class="jht-note"><strong>Important flight information:</strong> All international and domestic flights are to be booked separately by the traveller. The Jordan Horizons Tours sales team will advise the most suitable domestic flight times to match the itinerary.</div> </div> </div> </article> </div> </section> ```</div>

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