04 Days Cairo And Petra Tour 2026

Seven days is the ideal introduction to the Egypt and Jordan combination — enough time to experience the best of both ancient worlds without rushing. In Egypt you stand before the Pyramids of Giza — the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World — and explore the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) with all 5,398 artefacts from Tutankhamun's tomb displayed together for the first time. In Jordan you walk the 1.2km Siq gorge to Petra's rose-red Treasury — one of the New Seven Wonders of the World — hike to the Monastery, and float in the Dead Sea at 430 metres below sea level. Egypt For Travel operates this 7-day combined tour every day of the year with private licensed guides in both countries.

7-Day Egypt & Jordan — At a Glance

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is this different from the 11-Day Egypt and Jordan tours?

This 7-day version covers Cairo and the essential Jordan highlights — Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea — without a Nile cruise or Jerash. Travelers wanting the fuller circuit including a Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor should see our 11-Day Best Egypt and Jordan Tours.

Do I need separate visas for Egypt and Jordan?

Yes. Egypt: a $25 e-visa or visa on arrival. Jordan: the Jordan Pass ($70–$100), which covers the entry visa and Petra admission. See our Egypt Visa Guide 2026.

Is 7 days enough to see both countries properly?

Yes for the highlights — this itinerary is built to hit Cairo's essential sites and Jordan's three must-see destinations (Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea) without wasted transit time. Travelers with more time available get noticeably more depth from the 11-day version.

The 11-day Egypt and Jordan tour is Egypt For Travel's most complete two-country itinerary — the full experience of everything both ancient civilisations offer in one seamless journey. In Egypt: the Pyramids of Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum, and a 4-night Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan covering Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae. In Jordan: two full days at Petra with the Siq, Treasury and Monastery, a Wadi Rum desert overnight and the Dead Sea. Eleven days. Two countries. 5,000 years of human history in one private journey.

11-Day Egypt & Jordan — At a Glance

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this compare to the 11-Day Egypt and Jordan Luxury Tour?

Same complete 11-day route and the same 2 full days at Petra, but this Standard/Deluxe version uses the Radamis II or MS Mayfair cruise and standard-category hotels, while the Luxury version stays at the Fairmont Nile City in Cairo and sails exclusively on the award-winning MS Mayfair with a private veranda in every cabin. See our 11-Day Egypt and Jordan Luxury Tour for the upgraded version.

Does this tour include Abu Simbel?

Yes — Day 4 includes the full Abu Simbel excursion by road from Aswan before boarding the Nile cruise. Not every Egypt and Jordan combination includes this; it's one of the reasons this itinerary is positioned as the most complete version available.

Do I need separate visas for Egypt and Jordan?

Yes. Egypt: a $25 e-visa or visa on arrival. Jordan: the Jordan Pass ($70–$100), which covers the entry visa and Petra admission. See our Egypt Visa Guide 2026.

Is 11 days enough to see both countries without rushing?

Yes — this is Egypt For Travel's most complete two-country itinerary. Shorter versions (4, 7, or 8 days) require cutting the Nile cruise, Abu Simbel, or a full second day at Petra. Eleven days is the point where nothing meaningful is cut from either country.

Can I upgrade individual parts of this tour without booking the full Luxury version?

Yes — hotel category, cruise ship, and guide language can all be adjusted individually. Contact our team with your preferences for a tailored quote rather than choosing between only the two fixed tiers shown here.

Egypt For Travel's 11-day Egypt and Jordan Luxury Tour is the finest two-country experience available — a seamless private journey through the ancient world without compromise. In Cairo you stay at the Fairmont Nile City — one of Cairo's great 5-star hotels, with Nile-view rooms and the full Fairmont service standard. On the Nile you sail the MS Mayfair — Egypt's award-winning ultra-deluxe cruise with a private veranda in every cabin and bathtub in every cabin, sailing between Luxor and Aswan past the world's greatest concentration of ancient temples. In Jordan your private licensed guide takes you through two full days at Petra, a luxury Wadi Rum desert experience, and the Dead Sea. Everything at 5-star level. Everything private.

Luxury Tour — What Sets It Apart

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There are shorter ways to combine Egypt and Jordan — and there is the right way. The 10-Day Egypt and Jordan Tour with Nile Cruise is built around one decision that separates it from the 7-day version: instead of flying straight to Jordan after Cairo, this itinerary sends you south down the Nile first. Three nights sailing Luxor to Aswan on a private Nile cruise, covering the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and the island temple of Philae in Aswan — then a flight north to Amman, and three days crossing Jordan’s essential highlights: the lowest point on earth at the Dead Sea, the rose-red Nabataean city of Petra, and a jeep safari through the extraordinary red desert of Wadi Rum.

Egypt For Travel operates this as a fully private tour throughout — private Egyptologist guide in Egypt, private Jordanian guide in Jordan, private vehicles in both countries — under Egyptian Tourism Authority Licence Category A No. 1947. Every competitor on this route runs groups. Every Egypt For Travel departure runs privately, on your schedule.

10-Day Egypt & Jordan with Nile Cruise — At a Glance

Day by Day — What You Will See

What No Competitor Page on This Route Explains

Why the Nile cruise matters more than just sightseeing. The sites along the Luxor–Aswan stretch — Karnak at 6:00 AM before the groups arrive, the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings in the morning light, the Horus Temple at Edfu seen from a horse-drawn carriage after floating past it by water, the twin temples of Kom Ombo on the riverbank — are not better when you drive between them. They are better when you arrive by water, which is exactly how they were built to be approached 3,500 years ago. The cruise is not a convenience. It is the correct way to see the Nile Valley.

Why Wadi Rum at night changes everything about the next day at Petra. The itinerary builds toward Petra deliberately: a night in the desert camp at Wadi Rum means you wake inside the Nabataean world rather than arriving fresh from a hotel in Amman. The stone arch, the silence, the stars — Wadi Rum prepares you for Petra in a way a hotel bed does not. Egypt For Travel schedules the camp night specifically so guests enter the Siq on the morning of Day 9 already inside the landscape rather than transported into it.

How This Tour Compares to Similar Itineraries

Entrance Fees 2026 — What’s Included in Your Price

Frequently Asked Questions

How is this different from the 11-Day Best Egypt and Jordan Tour?

One day less and two significant omissions: no Abu Simbel (added on Day 4 of the 11-day version), and the Jordan side is compressed into three nights rather than four — meaning one full day at Petra rather than two, and Jerash is cut. If you can extend by one day, the 11-Day version adds meaningfully more. If 10 days is your limit, this itinerary covers the Nile cruise and Jordan’s three non-negotiable destinations without compromise.

What Nile cruise ship does this tour use?

Standard tier uses the Radamis II Princess Du Nil. Deluxe tier uses the MS Nile Premium. Both operate full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner included). The primary difference is cabin size, deck space, and hotel tier in Cairo. Further upgrade options are available on request.

Do I need separate visas for Egypt and Jordan?

Yes. Egypt: a $25 e-visa obtained online before travel, or on arrival at Cairo Airport. Jordan: the Jordan Pass ($70–$100 depending on number of Petra days selected) covers the entry visa plus Petra admission — see our Egypt Visa Guide 2026 for full instructions for your nationality.

What is the best time of year for this tour?

October to April for most travelers — temperatures throughout Egypt (20–28°C) and Jordan (15–22°C) are comfortable for walking, and the Valley of the Kings and Petra are both dramatically better before the midday heat. May–September is the best value season (lowest prices), manageable with early starts which Egypt For Travel schedules as standard. See our Best Time to Visit Egypt guide for month-by-month detail.

Is Jordan safe to visit?

Yes — Jordan is consistently rated among the safest countries in the Middle East for international tourists. Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea, and Amman all have well-developed tourism infrastructure. See our Is Egypt Safe 2026 guide for broader Middle East context.

Ready to book? Egypt For Travel runs this tour every day of the year, privately, with your own Egyptologist guide in Egypt and local Jordanian guide in Jordan. Standard from $1,949 per person. ETA Licence Category A No. 1947.

The Petra and Egypt tour takes the reverse direction — you begin in Jordan and end in Egypt. Arriving in Amman, you spend two full days at Petra exploring the Siq, Treasury, Royal Tombs and the Monastery, then a jeep safari through Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea before flying to Cairo. In Egypt you explore the Pyramids of Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Islamic Cairo, and a Nile cruise culminating in a private flight to Abu Simbel — the twin temples of Ramesses II carved into a Nubian cliff, Egypt's most visually dramatic ancient site. Most Egypt and Jordan tours do not include Abu Simbel. This one does.

Tour Highlights

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Begin an unforgettable 8-day Egypt & Jordan Tour with Egypt For Travel, starting in the timeless land of Egypt and concluding in the vibrant culture of Jordan. This thoughtfully designed journey allows you to explore two captivating countries without the stress of arranging separate hotels, transport, or meals.

Start your adventure in Egypt, where you’ll marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza, uncover the treasures of the Egyptian Museum, wander through the historic streets of Old Cairo, and shop for unique souvenirs in the bustling Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Visit highlights such as Saqqara and other iconic ancient landmarks that showcase Egypt's rich history.

Then, fly to Jordan to explore the fascinating Roman monuments of Amman and the awe-inspiring Nabataean city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll through the stunning Siq and stand in awe before the magnificent Treasury.

This seamless and enriching tour offers an extraordinary blend of history, culture, and adventure, showcasing the wonders of Petra and Cairo in one unforgettable journey. Let Egypt For Travel guide you through the best of Egypt and Jordan with ease and expertise.

Egypt and Jordan are the two greatest ancient-world destinations in the Middle East — and together they create one of the finest combined travel experiences on earth. In Egypt, you stand inside the Pyramids of Giza, sail the Nile past temples built 3,500 years ago, and descend into the painted tombs of the Valley of the Kings. In Jordan, you walk the ancient Siq to the rose-red facade of Petra — one of the New Seven Wonders of the World — camp under the stars in Wadi Rum desert, and float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea. Egypt For Travel combines both into a seamless private tour with daily departures year-round.

Tour Options at a Glance

What You Will Experience in Egypt

• Pyramids of Giza — the only surviving Wonder of the Ancient World, with optional entry into the Great Pyramid interior
• Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) — the world’s largest ancient Egypt museum, opened November 2025, with all 5,398 artefacts from Tutankhamun’s tomb
• Great Sphinx — 73 metres long, carved from a single limestone outcrop 4,500 years ago
• Karnak Temple — the largest ancient religious complex ever built, with its 134-column Hypostyle Hall
• Valley of the Kings — 63 royal tombs, including KV9 (Ramesses VI) and the optional Tutankhamun’s tomb
• Philae Temple — Island temple of Isis on Lake Nasser, accessed by motorboat

What You Will Experience in Jordan

• Petra — the rose-red Nabataean city carved into sandstone cliffs, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The 1.2km Siq gorge. The Treasury (Al-Khazneh). The Monastery. The Royal Tombs.
• Wadi Rum Desert — the Valley of the Moon. Jeep safari through red sandstone desert. Optional overnight in a Bedouin camp under extraordinary stars.
• Dead Sea — the lowest point on earth at 430m below sea level. Float effortlessly in the saltiest body of water on the planet. Therapeutic mineral-rich mud.
• Amman — the Jordanian capital. The Amman Citadel with its Temple of Hercules. The Roman Theatre (6,000 seats). The Archaeological Museum.
• Jerash (8-day and 11-day itineraries) — the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in the Middle East, with intact colonnaded streets, temples and hippodrome.

Tour Details

Why Combine Egypt and Jordan?

Egypt and Jordan share a border, a history, and a cultural world that makes combining them the obvious decision for any serious Middle East traveler. Egypt gives you the oldest monumental civilisation on earth — 4,500 years of Pharaonic history compressed into two weeks of temples, tombs and museums. Jordan gives you the most dramatically beautiful ancient city ever built — Petra, carved by the Nabataeans into rose-red sandstone cliffs, discovered in 1812 and still astonishing every visitor who walks the Siq for the first time. Together, they cover 5,000 years of human achievement in the world’s most historically significant region. Egypt For Travel has been combining these two countries in seamless private itineraries for international clients for years — ETA Category A Licence No. 1947.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need separate visas for Egypt and Jordan?

Yes — you need a visa for both countries. Egypt: $25 tourist visa on arrival at Cairo Airport or e-visa online (see our Egypt Visa Guide 2026). Jordan: the Jordan Pass ($70–$100 depending on Petra visits included) covers the entry visa AND entrance to 40+ Jordan attractions including Petra — making it the best value option for tourists. Egypt For Travel confirms visa requirements for your specific nationality at booking and can arrange visa assistance for both countries.

What is the best time for an Egypt and Jordan combined tour?

October to April is ideal for both countries — comfortable temperatures throughout (18–26°C in Egypt, 15–22°C in Jordan). March and April bring spring wildflowers to Jordan’s highlands. December and January are the coolest months but also the most scenic. Summer (June–August) is hot in both countries — manageable with early morning starts and good planning. See our complete Best Time to Visit Egypt guide for season-by-season detail.

Is it safe to travel to Jordan?

Yes — Jordan is consistently rated one of the safest countries in the Middle East for international tourists. Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea, Jerash and Amman all have well-developed tourism infrastructure and are safe for all nationalities. Jordan’s government has consistently prioritised tourism safety. Egypt For Travel’s licensed local Jordanian guides have operated tours for international clients for years without incident. See our Is Egypt Safe guide for context on Middle East travel safety generally.