Day 4  Dahshur
An early morning departure brings us to Dahshur where we will see the unique Red and Bent Pyramids. They are among the largest and most accessible in Egypt but attract fewer visitors and are therefore less chaotic than those at Giza. Later we transfer to the airport for a short flight to Luxor. Upon arrival we will be taken to our hotel.

Etab El-Luxor Hotel (1 night)

Day 5  Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut's Temple. Colossi of Memnon
Today begins with a visit of three tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut. We’ll finish with a photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon. [Note:  The many temples, tombs, and monuments of the West Bank are constantly being restored leading to sporadic closures. Specific sites are not guaranteed. Imprint will endeavor to arrange visits to the most significant and interesting sites available at the time of our visit.] After our west bank explorations we transfer to our Cruise boat, our home for the next 4 nights.

Day 6 Karnak, Nile sail
This morning we have a leisurely visit to mighty Karnak Temple, greatest on the Nile. After lunch on board we begin our relaxing sail up the Nile.

Day 7  Nile sail, Kom-Ombo
After breakfast on board, we will enjoy a visit to Edfu. You can disembark to explore the small town or relax on our Nile boat. Then we sail on to Kom-Ombo to visit the unique double temple, dedicated to both Horus the falcon god and Sobek the crocodile god. This temple is beautifully lit in the evening.

Day 8  Isis, Falucca, Nubian village dinner
Today is our day in Aswan. In the morning we will visit the unique Temple of Isis. It sits, isolated, on an island. In the afternoon, as the sun wanes, we travel by felucca (traditional Nile sailing boat) to Elephantine Island and a visit to a Nubian Village. We’ll learn about the contemporary lives of the Nubian people and enjoy dinner in a Nubian home.

MS Tower Prestige (4 nights)

Day 9  Abu Simbel, Sound & Light show
A late morning departure sends us across the desert to Abu Simbel. Late this afternoon we’ll visit the magnificent temples of Ramses II and his Queen Nefertari. These temples received global attention in 1968 when they were completely dismantled and relocated to avoid inundation. This evening we’ll enjoy Egypt’s best Sound & Light Show.

Seti Abu Simbel Hotel (1 night) 

Day 10  Cairo
Today is a travel day. This morning we transfer to Abu Simbel airport for our flight to Cairo (via Aswan). Upon arrival in Cairo we will check into our hotel for some rest and relaxation.

Novotel (1 night)

Day 11  Dead Sea
Our day begins with a transfer to Cairo airport for our flight to Amman. Upon arrival at Queen Alia airport we'll be met by our Jordanian guide who will assist us through immigration and customs, and escort us to the Dead Sea for a quick "bob” in the saline waters. In the afternoon we will continue our journey south to Petra.

Day 12  Petra
This entire day is dedicated to exploring the lost Nabatean city of Petra. The morning starts with a journey through the fabled SIQ, the deep and narrow sandstone cleft which opens to reveal the iconic Treasury. The day continues with our exploration of ancient Temples, Royal Tombs, a Roman theater, houses, and more. For those interested, there is an optional night visit available. Walk the siq by candlelight and emerge to find the space before the iconic Treasury filled with hundreds of oil lamps.

Edom Hotel (2 nights)

Day 13 Wadi Rum
We depart in the morning for the magical desert region of Wadi Rum, the filming location for many movies including The Martian and Lawrence of Arabia. Upon arrival we’ll enjoy a mint tea or cardamom coffee before touring this moon-like desert landscape in a Bedouin driven jeep. After sunset we’ll enjoy a classic Bedouin dinner.

Rainbow Camp (1 night)

Day 14  Amman (Feb 10)
Tour over today. Included transfer to Amman or Amman airport for flight home. Please note, we will not arrive back in Amman until early to mid afternoon. For those flying home we advise no flight departures earlier than 18:00. For those continuing to Imprint’s Jerusalem extension, transportation to the Allenby Bridge border crossing and Jerusalem is included today.

Day 1  Wed - Jerusalem Feb 10
After breakfast we’ll head back north to the Allenby Bridge border crossing with Israel. We’ll be met by our ace tour leader Mahdi and escorted to Jerusalem where we will settle in at our perfectly located hotel and have dinner together. Border crossing times vary greatly. If time allows we will visit the Jordan River (Jesus’ baptismal site) and make a quick photo stop for the picturesque St George’s Monastery in Wadi Qelt.

Day 2  Thurs - Dome of the Rock, Old City walk, Artist Q&A
Today we will explore the Dome of the Rock compound. Then its exploration time in the Arab and Armenian Quarters of the Old City. After a break for lunch, we’ll have an optional Q&A session with a local artist. This is your chance for a genuine cultural connection and opportunity to get a local’s view of the various challenges of life in Jerusalem.

Day 3  Fri - Western Wall Tunnels, Walking tour
This morning we’ll tour the Western Wall Tunnels, followed by a walking tour of Old Jerusalem, including the Church of the Holy Sepulcher and the Via Dolorosa. Your afternoon is free for you to explore on your own, shop, or relax in the hotel. At the end of the afternoon join us at the hotel to walk to the Western Wall. The Sabat celebrations there are not to be missed.

Day 4  Sat - Bethlehem, Gethsemane, Israel Museum

Today is another ‘filled to the brim’ exploration day. We’re off to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity and the famous Walled Off Hotel.  On the way we’ll visit the Mt of Olives and Gethsemane. We’ll finish off the morning with an olivewood carving demo. In the afternoon we’ll return to Jerusalem to visit the Israel Museum.  This eclectic museum is headlined by some of the Dead Sea Scrolls and a fascinating model of Historic Jerusalem.

Day 5  Sun - Free Day, Happy Hour

Today is an entirely free day to explore Jerusalem further on your own.  There is no shortage of museums, sights, and activities to keep you busy.  Our favorites include the Holocaust Museum (Yad Vashem), hike the Old City ramparts, City of David archeological site with Hezikiah’s Tunnel, the Citadel (Tower of David), Garden Tomb, Solomons’ Quarries, the Herzl Museum, or Mea She'arim Orthodox neighborhood. We'll gather for a final Happy Hour to toast our adventures and share highlights.

Day 6  Mon (Feb 15)

Extension over after breakfast. Imprint will assist with airport transfer arrangements.

Hotel Golden Walls (5 Nights)