$5899—Egypt & Jordan: save $1595 on 20-day tour inc flights

This 20-day, flight-inclusive tour from Inspiring Vacations blends Egypt’s grandeur with Jordan’s raw desert beauty. It’s like stepping into a history book—but with expert guides and better hotels (4- and 5-star stays only). With just 20 travellers, this is an intimate, unforgettable journey through two of the world’s most captivating destinations. 

Travelzoo loves: the tour's immersive experiences. Stand face-to-face with the Great Pyramids and channel your inner Indiana Jones in Petra. Drift past ancient temples as you cruise the Nile in style. Explore Wadi Rum’s Mars-like desert and float like a pro in the Dead Sea—no effort required. Tuck into a home-cooked Nubian feast, packed with local flavours and tradition. 

Starting at $5899 per person, Travelzoo members enjoy exclusive savings of up to $1595 per person off Inspiring Vacations' usual prices.

What's included

• Flights
  • Return international flights from Australia^ to Cairo, return from Amman
  • One-way flight from Luxor to Cairo
  • One-way flight from Cairo to Amman
• Accommodation
  • 13 nights of 4- & 5-star accommodations
  • 1 night on a sleeper train
  • Overnight stay in a private tent in the Wadi Rum desert
  • 3 nights on a 5-star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor
• Breakfast daily, six lunches and six dinners, including a special home-cooked dinner in a Nubian Village and a home-cooked lunch in Luxor
• Airport transfers included
• Small, intimate group experience – no more than 20 people
• All coach, rail and boat transportation included
• Professional English-speaking Egyptologist tour leader in Egypt
• Professional English-speaking tour leader in Jordan
• Sightseeing, including entry fees as per itinerary

When

Valid for travel on 4 May; 22 June; 20 July; 17 August; and 7 December 2026. Other departures from 6 October 2025 to 30 November 2026 are available from an extra $1496. Travelzoo members also enjoy exclusive savings of up to $2400 on these dates.

Book by 23 April 2025.

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Holiday snapshot

Australia - Cairo - Aswan - Kom Ombo Temple - Edfu - Luxor - Cairo - Alexandria - Cairo - Amman - Jerash - Amman - Petra - Wadi Rum - Dead Sea - Amman - Australia

Itinerary highlights

Discover the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx in Cairo, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Marvel at these ancient monuments, standing as a testament to Egypt’s grandeur and the ingenuity of the pharaohs. Visit the Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of artifacts, including the famous treasures of Tutankhamun, ancient mummies, and rare relics that span millennia of history.

Cruise the Nile from Aswan, visiting the majestic Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis and the impressive High Dam, offering panoramic views of Lake Nasser and the surrounding desert.

Explore Kom Ombo Temple, a unique double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god. The temple offers intriguing architectural features and sweeping views over the Nile River.

Visit the Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus. Its towering pylons and stunning reliefs glimpse ancient Egyptian religious practices.

In Luxor, walk through the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs, including Tutankhamun, are hidden. Explore Karnak Temple, the largest religious site in Egypt, with its grand Hypostyle Hall and towering obelisks.

Head to Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast, home to historical gems like the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, the Roman Theater, and remnants of the ancient Library of Alexandria. Experience a blend of ancient and modern cultures.

In Amman, immerse yourself in Jordan's capital, a bustling city with ancient sites such as the Roman Theater, the Citadel, and the Archaeological Museum. The city offers a fascinating contrast between historical ruins and modern life.

Visit Jerash, one of the most well-preserved Roman cities in the world, with its grand colonnaded streets, the imposing Hadrian’s Arch, and the impressive Hippodrome, which once hosted chariot races and gladiatorial combat.

Explore the ancient rose-red city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its intricate rock-carved architecture, including the breathtaking Al-Khazneh, or Treasury, and the vast Siq, the narrow canyon entrance to the city.

Adventure through Wadi Rum, also known as the Valley of the Moon. This protected desert wilderness offers dramatic landscapes of towering sandstone mountains, narrow canyons, and endless red sand dunes, made famous by Lawrence of Arabia.

Relax at the Dead Sea, where you can float effortlessly in the mineral-rich waters, renowned for their therapeutic properties. Treat yourself to a mud bath, which is said to have healing benefits for the skin.