How many days do you need in Amman, Petra, Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Esna & Kom Ombo?
- Most travelers spend 11-12 days in Amman, Petra, Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Esna, and Kom Ombo combined
- With 13 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea, and Umm Qais
How Many Days to Spend in Egypt
Recommended Itineraries for Amman, Petra, Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Esna & Kom Ombo
Recommended Itinerary for 11 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cairo (Egypt), Explore | Cairo |
| Day 2 | Tour of the Egyptian Museum & Great Pyramids Of Giza | Cairo |
| Day 3 | Fly to Luxor, Board Nile Cruise | Luxor |
| Day 4 | Cruise to the Valley of the Kings | Esna |
| Day 5 | Explore the Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples | Kom Ombo |
| Day 6 | Cruise to Aswan, Explore the Philae Temple | Aswan |
| Day 7 | Fly to Cairo, Free Time | Cairo |
| Day 8 | Fly to Amman (Jordan), Explore | Amman |
| Day 9 | Transfer to Petra | Petra |
| Day 10 | Wadi Rum Desert Tour, Return to Amman | Amman |
| Day 11 | Depart Amman |
Start your trip in Cairo—where you'll visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum—before departing for a three-day cruise along the Nile to many of Egypt's most famous temples in Luxor, Esna, and Kom Ombo. You'll also set sail along the Nile River to Aswan and then return to Cairo in time for your flight to Amman in Jordan. After one day in Amman, you'll travel to the ancient rose-colored city of Petra for one night before enjoying a desert tour through Wadi Rum and then returning to Amman for your final night. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
2-Week Itinerary Including Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea & Umm Qais
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Cairo (Egypt), Self-Guided Exploration | Cairo |
| Day 2 | Visit the Pyramids of Giza & Memphis | Cairo |
| Day 3 | Tour the Egyptian Museum & Learn about Islamic Cairo | Cairo |
| Day 4 | Fly to Luxor, Board Nile Cruise | Luxor |
| Day 5 | Continue Nile Cruise to the Valley of the Kings | Esna |
| Day 6 | Explore the Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples | Kom Ombo |
| Day 7 | Cruise to Aswan, Explore the Philae Temple | Aswan |
| Day 8 | Fly to Cairo, Free Time | Cairo |
| Day 9 | Fly to Amman (Jordan), Explore | Amman |
| Day 10 | Amman City Tour, Transfer to Umm Qais | Umm Qais |
| Day 11 | Visit Madaba & Mount Nebo, Transfer to Petra | Petra |
| Day 12 | Experience the Majesty of Petra, Camp in Wadi Rum | Wadi Rum |
| Day 13 | Relax by the Dead Sea | The Dead Sea |
| Day 14 | Transfer to Amman, Depart |
This two-week journey features an appealing mix of culture, history, and outdoor adventure. The itinerary starts in Egypt, where you'll sightsee in Cairo, visit the Pyramids of Giza, cruise down the Nile River on a boat, and tour the ancient temples at Luxor. Then you'll cross the border to Jordan, where the second part of the trip begins. See Petra's jaw-dropping "Rose City," go on a safari around Wadi Rum, and take it easy by the Dead Sea. Read more
How to travel between Amman, Petra, Cairo, Aswan, Luxor, Esna & Kom Ombo
The ancient city of Petra is undoubtedly Jordan's most visited point of interest, a meticulously preserved archeological wonder. Getting to the expansive, UNESCO-listed site is straightforward via road—Jordan is a small country and is connected by well-maintained highways with English signage. Wadi Musa (the gateway village bordering Petra) is a 3-hour drive or less from the major hubs. Read more
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