2010 – 13 Days from $5,475 plus on-tour airfare
The mysteries of ancient Egypt and Jordan unfold before you on this 13-day journey of discovery to revered temples, tombs and monuments that tell a story of 5,000 years of civilization. From hotels with incredible views, to a 3-night River Nile cruise, to behind-the-scenes insights by local experts, Tauck's Egypt and Jordan tour is unlike any other in these historic lands.
A lecture by a professor of modern Egyptian history kicks off your day,
followed by a visit to the Egyptian Museum to explore its world-renowned
collection of antiquities, many 5,000 years old - yet another
memorable experience on Tauck's Egypt & Jordan tour! Behold
treasures found in the tomb of the "Boy King," Tutankhamun, including
his golden funeral mask, solid gold coffin, carved throne, and jewelry.
"Meet" other ancient rulers, including the might Ramesses II, face-to-face in
the Royal Mummy Room. Later, a walking tour of Old Cairo with a local guide visits a local mosque and includes time to wander through a local bazaar. This evening's elaborate sound and light show at the Pyramids and the Sphinx in Giza is a spectacular way to end this unforgettable day.
Airfare While on Tour – There are two on-tour flights which must be purchased through us as part of your tour package.
Airfare to the tour departure point and from the tour ending point is not included. Airfare may be purchased from us for travel originating in the United States.
Hotel Rooms Before and After Tours – To avoid jet lag and possible flight delays, many quests prefer to make hotel arrangements for the nights preceding or following their tour. Flying time to Cairo averages about 16 hours from eastern gateway cities in the U.S., and may include a stopover in Europe. Most international flights arrive between 3 PM and 11 PM local time, seven hours ahead of U.S. Eastern Standard Time. The first day of sightseeing is a busy day at the Pyramids. Guests may prefer to arrive one day early to acclimate to the time change as well as the heat.
As a service, we will book additional nights for you on a space-available basis using special rates only available through us. Hotel room charges will be added to the tour cost. Airport transfers are included for these bookings. If you wish to spend additional nights, please consult the Extend This Journey section on this webpage and discuss it with our your reservations sales consultant or travel agent when you book your tour.
Luggage Responsibility – Although every effort is made to handle your luggage carefully, we cannot be responsible, assume liability or accept claims for loss or damage to luggage and personal effects due to breakage, theft, or fair wear and tear through hotel, airline and group carrier handling. It is important for your own self-interest and protection that you make certain you have adequate insurance to cover these eventualities. Please refer to Tauck Travel Protection on this webpage for more information.
Lost luggage is an unfortunate possibility in today's world of airline travel. We suggest that you:
Personal Expenses - such as phone calls, room service, alcoholic and other beverages not specifically included, laundry, dry cleaning, airline excess luggage charges, vaccinations, visa fees and services, airport arrival and departure taxes, individual airport transfers (when applicable), and other optional or incidental extras are not included and may be significant.
Tauck Director Gratuities - The customary gratuities for the Tauck Director and local drivers are not included. We ask that gratuities be extended on a voluntary, individual basis and not as a group.
Airline Security Measures –
If you are traveling from the U.S., the U.S. Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Secure Flight program requires that your name, as it appears on your domestic or international airline ticket, must precisely match your name as it appears on the government-issued photo ID (i.e., passport or driver’s license) that you present during security screening. The ID name must also match any additional airline data, such as frequent-flyer information. For example, if you present your driver's license to security and it says John T. Smith, your ticket must also say John T. Smith, not John Thomas Smith, Jack Smith, or any other variant. Your date-of-birth and gender information provided to the airline must also match your passport.
If you make your air travel arrangements through us, please ensure that the name you provide us precisely matches your name as shown on the identification you will use while traveling. If you make your own airline reservations, please ensure that the airline has the correct information.
For more information on the Secure Flight program, please visit the TSA website by clicking here.
If you are traveling from an airport outside the jurisdiction of the U.S, you will need to determine what travel documentation and identification is required for that particular airport.
Due to heightened security regulations, certain items such as a metal nail file, pocketknife, cigarette lighter, or tweezers, and some liquid, gel, or aerosol items may not be permitted in your carry-on luggage. Please call your airline prior to departure to obtain current information on non-permissible carry-on items and recommended airport check-in times.
Air Services – Airfare may be purchased through us for travel originating in the United States. By using our air services, you agree that we, in purchasing, selling or otherwise arranging air transportation, are acting only as your agent and are not liable or responsible for any accident, death, personal injury, illness, property damage, delay or other loss or expense of any nature whatsoever arising directly or indirectly out of any act of God, or any actions or omissions (including any failure to provide services) or default of, any carrier. All carriers are independent contractors and are not owned, managed, controlled or operated by us. Your airline ticket constitutes a contract between yourself and the airline only, even if purchased through us. We are not liable for, and do not assume responsibility or accept claims with regard to seat assignments, schedule changes, flight changes, cancellations, claims for a refund or reimbursement of airline ticket fees, or any other loss incurred by you for any reason whatsoever (including, without limitation to, bankruptcy, insolvency, reorganization or similar relief from creditors). We must handle ticketing for our special fares, which are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed until reserved. Our air services can only be purchased in conjunction with a one of our tours. Tickets or e-ticket numbers will be mailed with final documents. If you cancel or change your air booking before or after departure, all airline cancellation and change fees will apply.
Cruise Regulations – International maritime security guidelines require that your passport information be provided to us prior to your embarkation. You need to provide this information to us as soon as you book your cruise or boarding may be denied. Once you board the riverboat, your passport will be held by the purser until you disembark.
Holidays and Museum Closures – Museum visits and personal shopping time may be disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances or the many state, religious and civic holidays locally observed.You may wish to log on to Wikipedia to view a list of holidays by country by clicking here.
Itinerary Changes and Price Flexibility – We pledge to make every effort to operate all tours as advertised. We reserve the right to alter or curtail the itinerary, or substitute sightseeing, hotels, and/or conveyances as deemed necessary. Any savings realized by these changes will be refunded to you. Any resultant added expense will be covered by us. Although not expected, prices on this website may be modified due to unexpected significant external factors not forecast at the time of publication.
Journey Start and End Times are provided at time of booking. You or your agent will be advised of any changes. When making flight arrangements, allow sufficient time to claim luggage and clear customs.Each carrier and each airport has different rules regarding how early you must arrive for flight check in. Please contact your individual carrier for this information.
Membership will be granted to all persons. We reserve the right to terminate the tour of any persons who are abusive of others or whose behavior disrupts the tour.
Photography on Tour – Occasionally, we will use photographs and/or video taken by fellow guests or your Tauck Director on your tour for print, Internet and other media promotional purposes. If you prefer that your image not be used in any marketing activities, please notify your Tauck Director at the start of your tour.
Travel Document Requirements –
If you are a U.S. citizen you will need a passport with at least two blank visa pages and an expiration date of at least six months beyond the completion of tyour Tauck journey. A visa is also required for U.S. citizens visiting Egypt and Jordan.
U.S. citizens may obtain their Egypt visas in one of the three following ways:
The Jordan Visa is included for U.S. citizens in the price of the tour and will be obtained for them by the Tauck Director while on tour.
If you are a citizen of another country, you should contact a consulate or embassy of each of the countries visited on this itinerary to determine what travel documentation is required.
We recommend that you make at least two photocopies of all the travel documents that you bring with you. Include copies of the photo page of your passport that contains the date of issuance, date of expiration and your citizenship, as well as the front and back sides of your driver’s license. Secure one set of copies in the safe in your room while traveling and leave one set behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your documents are misplaced, lost or stolen.
Travel with Children –
Your journey is designed with leisure in mind. Dress for comfort and convenience with a wardrobe that is adaptable and allows for layering. Generally, during the day, casual, comfortable, cotton clothing is recommended. Cool weather at higher elevations or at night will require warmer, layered clothing. For the welcome and farewell receptions, casual resort wear is appropriate; formal wear is never required.
It is inadvisable for women to wear anything short or sleeveless unless on the beach or by a pool so as not to offend local custom.
When visiting churches and mosques, women are not allowed to enter with bare shoulders or short pants or short skirts. A scarf is acceptable to cover shoulders if women are wearing a sleeveless top. Head covering is not required. Men should also dress appropriately for a holy sanctuary. Shorts are discouraged. Women and men will be required to remove their shoes in mosques.
All hotels on this tour offer valet laundry services. Laundry service is available aboard the Nile Adventurer, but there are no dry cleaning facilities on board.
We recommend that you pack an adequate supply of your prescription medication in its original container to last through your entire journey, together with a copy of your doctor’s prescription or a letter from your health-care provider on office stationery explaining that the medication has been prescribed for you, a list of the generic names of your medication, your travel documents and a change of clothing in your carry-on bag to avoid any inconvenience in the event that your flight or luggage is delayed.
Following is a list of recommended items to pack:
The Nile Adventurer does not have an elevator; you will need to navigate two flights of stairs to access guest cabins and public areas. We regret that wheelchairs cannot be accommodated. Disembarking the riverboat requires walking down many steps to a narrow gangway. The steepness and the number of steps depend upon the river water level.
Tap water in hotels, restaurants and aboard the Nile Adventurer is not potable. Use caution when eating salad items that may have been washed in tap water. Always drink bottled water with an unbroken seal. Well-known brands of bottled beverages are generally considered to be safe. For the first few days it may be advisable to clean your teeth with bottled water. Avoid having ice in drinks unless you are confident it has been made with bottled water.
Eating uncooked vegetables should be avoided. Eat fruit that you can peel, and make sure fresh fruit has been washed. Wash your hands before and after eating. Most meals on this Egypt and Jordan tour are in hotel restaurants where cleanliness is good and they are used to catering to westerners.
There is a physician on board the Nile Adventurer.
Smoking is very common in Egypt and Jordan. As a result, few restaurants and hotels have nonsmoking sections. A “non-smoking” room often means the establishment has merely removed the ashtray. Where possible we have requested non-smoking rooms and non-smoking sections of restaurants.
On board the Nile Adventurer, smoking is only permitted on the outer decks. Smoking is not allowed in cabins or in public areas. Smoking is not permitted on motor coaches used during shore excursions.
If you are a resident of the U.S., please contact your physician, the public health service in your area, or the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to obtain information regarding vaccinations that may be required for your journey. The Travelers' Health Section of the CDC operates a 24-hour "Travelers' Health Hotline" at 800-232-4636 (toll-free in the U.S.). You may also log on to the CDC website by clicking here.
If you are a resident of another country, please contact an embassy or consulate of each of the countries on the itinerary to determine what vaccinations may be required for you to visit.
Luggage Restrictions -
Due to space limitations aboard motor coaches and on-tour flights, only one average-size piece of checked luggage per person, weighing up to 44 pounds, or 20 kilograms, is allowed. Luggage exceeding these restrictions is at risk of being left behind, or, if permitted on board, may be subject to additional excess luggage charges.
In addition, guests are limited to one soft-sided, carry-on bag per person weighing no more than 15 lbs (6.8 kg), and no larger than an average knapsack.
Checked Luggage – General
While it is common for airlines to allow passengers to check more than one piece of luggage per person, space constraints during your Tauck journey make it difficult to accommodate extra luggage. We ask that you limit your checked luggage to one average size suitcase per person.
Recently, airlines have adopted policies enforcing strict number, size and weight limits. Luggage exceeding maximum restrictions may require expensive overage fees, frustrating and hurried re-packing at the ticket counter, or even risk being left behind.
Many carriers require that checked luggage not exceed a weight of 50 lbs (22.7 kg) per piece. Airlines revise luggage policies frequently and often without notice; therefore, we cannot be held liable for the accuracy of the weight limit listed above. We urge you to check with your airline before traveling to determine current number, weight and size restrictions. It is also important to note that restrictions for luggage number, weight and size may vary with the same airline based on the class of service you select. First and Business Class ticket holders may have different restrictions than Coach Class travelers. You may wish to consult the website, luggagelimits.com, by clicking here,
We cannot be held liable for additional fees or inconveniences imposed by the airline due to luggage number, weight and size policies.
Please be sure to attach your Tauck luggage tag to your suitcase before leaving home!
Carry-on Luggage – General
Although oversize bags and wheeled, carry-on luggage are popular for airline travel, they are often not convenient or appropriate for motor coach travel or for many on-tour flights. Most modern sightseeing motor coaches offer limited space for numerous or larger items. Space under seats or in the overhead rack is typically small, and designed to accommodate items like coats, hats, purses, and small camera bags, etc.
For your day-to-day travel while on tour, we recommend that you limit your hand luggage to a small, soft-sided carry-on piece, and that you bring only those items you need handy during the day such as make-up, medications, cameras, film, etc. Items too large to fit under the motor coach seat or on the overhead rack must be stored in the luggage bays beneath the motor coach, and may be inaccessible during daytime travel.
Cell Phones - We understand and appreciate the value of instant communication when we travel; it keeps us in touch with friends and family, and it's a reassurance in the event of an emergency. However, the use of cell phones can be disruptive to a tour and to other guests who are enjoying their vacation. As a courtesy to others, we ask that you refrain from using your cell phone while on the motor coach, during group functions, when sightseeing and when your Tauck Director is addressing the group as a whole. There will be many opportunities to make and receive calls at times when it does not affect others.
Please contact your cell phone carrier to determine if your service extends to Egypt and Jordan.
Currency and Exchange Rates - The official currency in Egypt is the Egyptian Pound (EGP); in Jordan, the Jordanian Dinar (JOD). Most major credit cards are accepted in better hotels, restaurants and tourist shops. Banks are usually closed on Friday and/or Saturday, but private exchange bureaus and banks in hotels open daily, if not 24 hours a day. ATMs are available, though acceptance of foreign cards is limited.
Contact your bank in advance of departure to determine whether you will be able to use your credit card or ATM card in Egypt and Jordan. Should you have any questions, your Tauck Director will be happy to assist you.
obtain the most current exchange rates for all national currencies, you may want to check your local newspaper or log on to oanda.com by clicking here.
Important Note - Personal incidental accounts aboard the Nile Adventurer may be settled in cash (U.S. dollars), travelers’ checks, American Express, Visa or MasterCard. There is no foreign exchange facility on the ship.
Customs and Tax-Free Shopping-
Import Regulations: "High value" articles that a traveler brings to Egypt - particularly computers and camcorders, but also including cameras, typewriters, tape recorders, VCR's and other electronic items - must be declared upon entry, be listed on the traveler's passport, and be duly exported at the conclusion of the visit. If "high value" items are not re-exported at the time of departure, duty must be paid. In the case of certain electronic and computer goods, duty can be as high as 100%. Cigarettes and alcohol are permitted in limited amounts. Duty-free camera film is limited to 25 rolls for still cameras and 10 reels for movie cameras.
If you are a U.S resident who will be returning to the U.S. at the end of the tour, you are entitled to a duty-free exemption based on the total value of merchandise purchase abroad, as long as you physically bring them with you. There are limits to the amount of alcohol that can be a part of this exemption. Certain restrictions apply to unaccompanied goods mailed from abroad to the U.S. Please call your local customs office or consult the U.S. government's customs regulations as contained in their publication entitled Know Before You Go.
If you are a resident of another country, please refer to your own country’s rules and regulations regarding customs and duty-free shopping to ensure compliance upon your return.
Many countries levy Value Added Taxes (VAT) on consumer goods and services. (The tax rate may be higher for luxury items and lower for basic goods.) As a rule, if you are not a resident of the country (or of the country’s intergovernmental economic community, e.g., the European Union) in which the purchase is made, you may be entitled to a VAT refund and should inquire about the refund policy where you shop.
Electrical Current - The electrical current in Egypt, Jordan and onboard the Nile Adventurer is 220v, 50 Hz, and sockets take the standard continental European dual round-pronged plug. Guests whose appliances do not meet this standard will need to bring the appropriate converters and adapters. These items can be purchased in a store that specializes in travel products.
Internet Access – Most hotels on this itinerary offer complimentary or fee-based Internet access. Please inquire at time of booking.
Time Zones – Egypt and Jordan are 2 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (or Greenwich Mean Time). From late March through September in Amman, and late April through September in Cairo, these locations switch to Daylight Savings Time and are both 3 hours ahead. To determine current time in major cities around the world, we suggest you log on to the timeanddate.com by clicking here.
Weather - Egypt has one of the hottest and sunniest climates in the world, although on the whole it can be best described as mild. While the midsummer months can get quite hot, the heat is less taxing than elsewhere because of low humidity. Jordan is similarly hot and dry. Rainy days are few and far between in Cairo, and nearly unknown in Upper Egypt. In Jordan the winter months can average 2 inches or 50 millimeters of precipitation per month. Cairo and Amman can be chilly from December through February. As in all desert climes, it would be wise to pack both lightweight and warm clothing to accommodate the change in temperature between day and night.
Cancellation Fees – Regardless of reason, cancellations of confirmed bookings result in our incurring costly penalties and cancellation fees from our travel and hotel providers. Therefore, if you have to cancel a confirmed booking, we will charge you a cancellation fee according to when your cancellation notice is received in our Norwalk, CT office. To help limit your liability, please refer to Tauck Travel Protection on this webpage for more information.
If you choose not to purchase Tauck Travel Protection or Cancellation Fee Waiver, you will incur cancellation penalties per person
2010 Itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome to Cairo
Your Egypt and Jordan tour begins at Mena House Oberoi. A transfer is included from Cairo International Airport to Mena House Oberoi, a sumptuous former royal hunting lodge in the shadow of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Great Pyramid of Giza.
Since most international flights arrive between 3:00 and 11:00 PM local
time, you might want to consider traveling to Egypt a day early and
arrange a pre-stay in Cairo to ease the effects of jet lag before the
first day of sightseeing on your Egypt and Jordan tour begins.
Meals: A snack in your hotel room upon late arrival
Lodging: Mena House Oberoi, Cairo, Egypt
Day 2 - The Sphinx, Great Pyramid, and a camel ride
Prepare for a day of awe-inspiring wonders at the Pyramids! At Giza, see the Sphinx guarding the plateau, as it has for the same 4,500 years. Marvel at the Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu), a crowning architectural achievement, and smile for the camera as you ride a camel* at the Pyramids. Visit the Solar Boat Museum, whose main attraction is an ancient Egyptian cedarwood boat dating back 4,500 years. Attend a welcome reception and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Mena House Oberoi, Cairo, Egypt
Day 3 - Egyptian Museum and the "Boy King's" treasures
A lecture by a professor of modern Egyptian history kicks off your day,
followed by a visit to the Egyptian Museum to explore its world-renowned
collection of antiquities, many 5,000 years old - yet another
memorable experience on Tauck's Egypt & Jordan tour! Behold
treasures found in the tomb of the "Boy King," Tutankhamun, including
his golden funeral mask, solid gold coffin, carved throne, and jewelry.
"Meet" other ancient rulers, including the might Ramesses II, face-to-face in
the Royal Mummy Room. Later, a walking tour of Old Cairo with a local guide visits a local mosque and includes time to wander through a local bazaar. This evening's elaborate sound and light show at the Pyramids and the Sphinx in Giza is a spectacular way to end this unforgettable day.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Lodging: Mena House Oberoi, Cairo, Egypt
Day 4 - Early antiquities at Memphis, Sakkara and Dahshur
Travel to the site of ancient Egypt's first capital, Memphis, for a
look at some of Egypt's oldest antiquities; you'll see the Alabaster
Sphinx and an imposing statue of Ramesses II. In Sakkara, visit the
Teti Pyramid, and view the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the world's first
monumental structure built of stone. Continue off-the-beaten path to
the less-often visited necropolis at Dahshur for a look at the numerous
pyramids, temples and royal tombs there.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Mena House Oberoi, Cairo, Egypt
• Day 5 - Abu Simbel, Aswan and the start of Nile cruising
Take a private charter flight to Abu Simbel, in what was once the ancient kingdom of Nubia. Marvel at the Great Temple honoring Ramesses II - carved out of a cliff, with four 67-foot-high seated statues of the pharaoh at the entrance - and the adjacent Temple of Hathor, dedicated to his wife, Queen Nefertari. Cross part of the famous Sahara Desert to Aswan to visit the Aswan High Dam, completed in 1971. Embark the Nile Adventurer to start your cruise, then take a boat to the Philae Temple on Agilka Island; dedicated to Isis, it was moved to
its present location to save it from the rising waters caused by the
building of the new dam. Meet the Nile Adventurer's officers at the Captain's welcome dinner tonight aboard ship.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Aboard Nile Adventurer
• Day 6 - Nile cruising, Kom Ombo and Edfu
Glimpse river life along the Nile while cruising aboard Nile Adventurer, a highlight of Tauck's Egypt and Jordan tour. Stop to visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, an unusual double temple, and have tea at a replica of an ancient Nubian village. Then it's on to the Temple of the Falcon God Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Return to the ship to attend a cooking demonstration and private galley tour before donning Egyptian garb for a festive Egyptian Night dinner featuring local cuisine and after-dinner music and dancing.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Aboard Nile Adventurer
• Day 7 - Temples of Karnak & Luxor & a carriage ride
Your Egypt and Jordan tour continues in Luxor, site of ancient Thebes, starting with an on-board lecture, followed by a visit the vast Temple of Karnak with our Egyptologist; built over a span of 1,300 years, it is one of the world's largest temple complexes. Then tour the Luxor Museum, displaying rich archaeological finds from the region's temples and tombs. Ride a horse-drawn carriage this evening to visit the spectacularly illuminated Temple of Luxor, noted for its avenue of sphinxes, grand colonnades, and colossal statues of Ramesses II. Finally, the Captain and crew of Nile Adventurer bid you a fond farewell with cocktails, dinner and a folkloric show aboard ship tonight.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Aboard Nile Adventurer
Day 8 - Valleys of the Kings and Queens and a felucca ride
Disembark Nile Adventurer for a major highlight of your Egypt and Jordan tour - a visit to the Valley of the Kings,
where at least 62 ornately decorated tombs for the pharaohs were
hidden; step into another world as you enter King Tut's tomb! Our Egyptologist accompanies your exploration of the Valley of
the Queens, revealing 80 tombs of royal family members; see Medinet
Habu. Later, enjoy a sunset cocktail cruise on the Nile aboard a traditional felucca, followed by dinner at your hotel - where your room overlooks Egypt's timeless river!
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor, Egypt
Day 9 - On to Jordan and Wadi Rum
Fly via private charter to Aqaba, Jordan, on the Red Sea, where you'll set off for the next adventure on your Jordan tour - an excursion by four-wheel-drive vehicle through the stunning, lunar-like desert landscapes of Wadi Rum. Then continue through the desert to a two-night stay overlooking the dramatic Petra Valley, home of the amazing archaeological site.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Mövenpick Resort Petra, Jordan
Day 10 - Amazing Petra, a city carved from stone
A short walk from your hotel lies the entrance to one of the world's greatest archaeological sites - the 2,000-year old city of Petra, which the ancient Nabataeans carved out of colorful sandstone cliffs. Explore this incredible site's tombs, temples and other structures by foot as well as by horse cart throughout most of the day. Later, meet a Bedouin family on a visit to their private home near Petra, and enjoy dinner and traditional entertainment at a restored 19th-century Bedouin village, now a resort.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Mövenpick Resort Petra, Jordan
Day 11 - In history's footsteps along the King's Highway and the River Jordan
Continue your Jordan tour amidst spectacular views of the Jordan Rift Valley as you wind your way along the 5,000-year-old King's Highway, one of the oldest continuously used roads in the world; visit sites where, thousands of years ago, biblical history was
made. Stop at Bethany beyond the Jordan, where John the Baptist is
purported to have baptized Jesus; pass Mt. Nebo, where Moses looked out on
the “Promised Land," and enjoy a lunch of traditional Jordanian specialties; and check out a 6th-century mosaic map of Biblical sites at St. George's Church in Madaba.
Your final destination today is your spa resort on the shores of the Dead Sea.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Mövenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea, Jordan
Day 12 - Relax by the Dead Sea or explore Roman Jerash
Take time to enjoy the amenities of your spa resort on the Dead Sea today,
or set off to visit the site of Jerash in Jordan. Here you'll see some
of the best-preserved remains of Roman architecture in the Middle East,
in what was once the city of Gerasa. Explore its Roman temples,
theatres, arches, walls and baths before returning to the resort for tonight's farewell reception and dinner - a festive conclusion to
your unforgettable Egypt and Jordan tour.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Mövenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea, Jordan
Day 13 - Bound for home
Tour ends: Jordan. A transfer is included from the Mövenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea to the Queen Alia International Airport in
Amman and takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Allow a minimum of 2 1/2
hours for flight check-in. Most international flights depart in the
early morning hours - you may want to rest and extend your Jordan tour
with an extra night's stay at your Dead Sea spa resort.
Meals: Breakfast
For activities marked with an asterisk(*), participation is at your own risk and a signed liability waiver will be required.
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Inclusive Prices
Tour prices are per person in U.S. dollars. All accommodations, motor coach transportation, entertainment, special dinners, sightseeing, porterage, and the services of local guides, drivers and the Tauck Director are included. Transportation from the arrival city’s local airport and central train station to the first hotel on your tour’s itinerary is included, regardless of the date and time of your arrival, provided you have furnished us with accurate flight or train arrival information at least two weeks prior to the start of your tour. Transportation from the last hotel on your itinerary to the departure city’s local airport and central train station is also included whenever you decide to depart. Transportation to and from airports and train stations may be shared with other Tauck guests.
Hotel and Ship Accommodations – The tour price includes all hotel and ship accommodations with private baths. Our standard is to provide the best available accommodations without sacrificing value. Although the quality of accommodations may differ slightly from one hotel to another, our commitment to your comfort is unwavering. Two-bedded rooms are reserved in most hotels. Triples are not available on this tour.
Meals – Most meals are included as specified in the itinerary.
Tauck Director – “Egypt and Jordan: Timeless Treasure, Ancient Lands” is conducted by a Tauck Director who remains with the group throughout the duration of the tour. Your Tauck Director is a professional, fully trained employee of Tauck.
Gratuities Included – All customary gratuities for hotel and restaurant staff and local guides are included.
No Options Sold – Your Tauck Director will assist you with information on free-time activities based on honest opinion and guidance, but they will not sell you anything. This means better value and a more relaxed, pleasant experience for you.
On-Tour Flights
Airfare While on Tour – There are two on-tour flights which must be purchased through us as part of your tour package.
Not Included
Airfare to the tour departure point and from the tour ending point is not included. Airfare may be purchased from us for travel originating in the United States.
Hotel Rooms Before and After Tours – To avoid jet lag and possible flight delays, many quests prefer to make hotel arrangements for the nights preceding or following their tour. Flying time to Cairo averages about 16 hours from eastern gateway cities in the U.S., and may include a stopover in Europe. Most international flights arrive between 3 PM and 11 PM local time, seven hours ahead of U.S. Eastern Standard Time. The first day of sightseeing is a busy day at the Pyramids. Guests may prefer to arrive one day early to acclimate to the time change as well as the heat.
As a service, we will book additional nights for you on a space-available basis using special rates only available through us. Hotel room charges will be added to the tour cost. Airport transfers are included for these bookings. If you wish to spend additional nights, please consult the Extend This Journey section on this webpage and discuss it with our your reservations sales consultant or travel agent when you book your tour.
Luggage Responsibility – Although every effort is made to handle your luggage carefully, we cannot be responsible, assume liability or accept claims for loss or damage to luggage and personal effects due to breakage, theft, or fair wear and tear through hotel, airline and group carrier handling. It is important for your own self-interest and protection that you make certain you have adequate insurance to cover these eventualities. Please refer to Tauck Travel Protection on this webpage for more information.
Lost luggage is an unfortunate possibility in today's world of airline travel. We suggest that you:
- Pack at least one change of clothing in your carry-on bag
- Split your items between your suitcase and a traveling companion's suitcase
- Do not pack any vital medications or valuables in your checked luggage
- Confirm that your luggage is checked and tagged to your final destination at airport check-in
- Place your luggage claim tags in a secure place for your flight
- File a claim for any missing luggage immediately before leaving the baggage claim area
- Secure a case number and contact information for follow-up communications
- Make certain that the airline has your onward itinerary
Personal Expenses - such as phone calls, room service, alcoholic and other beverages not specifically included, laundry, dry cleaning, airline excess luggage charges, vaccinations, visa fees and services, airport arrival and departure taxes, individual airport transfers (when applicable), and other optional or incidental extras are not included and may be significant.
Tauck Director Gratuities - The customary gratuities for the Tauck Director and local drivers are not included. We ask that gratuities be extended on a voluntary, individual basis and not as a group.
Additional Information
Airline Security Measures –
If you are traveling from the U.S., the U.S. Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Secure Flight program requires that your name, as it appears on your domestic or international airline ticket, must precisely match your name as it appears on the government-issued photo ID (i.e., passport or driver’s license) that you present during security screening. The ID name must also match any additional airline data, such as frequent-flyer information. For example, if you present your driver's license to security and it says John T. Smith, your ticket must also say John T. Smith, not John Thomas Smith, Jack Smith, or any other variant. Your date-of-birth and gender information provided to the airline must also match your passport.
If you make your air travel arrangements through us, please ensure that the name you provide us precisely matches your name as shown on the identification you will use while traveling. If you make your own airline reservations, please ensure that the airline has the correct information.
For more information on the Secure Flight program, please visit the TSA website by clicking here.
If you are traveling from an airport outside the jurisdiction of the U.S, you will need to determine what travel documentation and identification is required for that particular airport.
Due to heightened security regulations, certain items such as a metal nail file, pocketknife, cigarette lighter, or tweezers, and some liquid, gel, or aerosol items may not be permitted in your carry-on luggage. Please call your airline prior to departure to obtain current information on non-permissible carry-on items and recommended airport check-in times.
Air Services – Airfare may be purchased through us for travel originating in the United States. By using our air services, you agree that we, in purchasing, selling or otherwise arranging air transportation, are acting only as your agent and are not liable or responsible for any accident, death, personal injury, illness, property damage, delay or other loss or expense of any nature whatsoever arising directly or indirectly out of any act of God, or any actions or omissions (including any failure to provide services) or default of, any carrier. All carriers are independent contractors and are not owned, managed, controlled or operated by us. Your airline ticket constitutes a contract between yourself and the airline only, even if purchased through us. We are not liable for, and do not assume responsibility or accept claims with regard to seat assignments, schedule changes, flight changes, cancellations, claims for a refund or reimbursement of airline ticket fees, or any other loss incurred by you for any reason whatsoever (including, without limitation to, bankruptcy, insolvency, reorganization or similar relief from creditors). We must handle ticketing for our special fares, which are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed until reserved. Our air services can only be purchased in conjunction with a one of our tours. Tickets or e-ticket numbers will be mailed with final documents. If you cancel or change your air booking before or after departure, all airline cancellation and change fees will apply.
Cruise Regulations – International maritime security guidelines require that your passport information be provided to us prior to your embarkation. You need to provide this information to us as soon as you book your cruise or boarding may be denied. Once you board the riverboat, your passport will be held by the purser until you disembark.
Holidays and Museum Closures – Museum visits and personal shopping time may be disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances or the many state, religious and civic holidays locally observed.You may wish to log on to Wikipedia to view a list of holidays by country by clicking here.
Itinerary Changes and Price Flexibility – We pledge to make every effort to operate all tours as advertised. We reserve the right to alter or curtail the itinerary, or substitute sightseeing, hotels, and/or conveyances as deemed necessary. Any savings realized by these changes will be refunded to you. Any resultant added expense will be covered by us. Although not expected, prices on this website may be modified due to unexpected significant external factors not forecast at the time of publication.
Journey Start and End Times are provided at time of booking. You or your agent will be advised of any changes. When making flight arrangements, allow sufficient time to claim luggage and clear customs.Each carrier and each airport has different rules regarding how early you must arrive for flight check in. Please contact your individual carrier for this information.
Membership will be granted to all persons. We reserve the right to terminate the tour of any persons who are abusive of others or whose behavior disrupts the tour.
Photography on Tour – Occasionally, we will use photographs and/or video taken by fellow guests or your Tauck Director on your tour for print, Internet and other media promotional purposes. If you prefer that your image not be used in any marketing activities, please notify your Tauck Director at the start of your tour.
Preparing To Go
Travel Document Requirements –
If you are a U.S. citizen you will need a passport with at least two blank visa pages and an expiration date of at least six months beyond the completion of tyour Tauck journey. A visa is also required for U.S. citizens visiting Egypt and Jordan.
U.S. citizens may obtain their Egypt visas in one of the three following ways:
1. A renewable, 30-day tourist visa may be easily obtained on arrival at Cairo International Airport. The cost is currently $15, payable in U.S. dollars only. Visitors arriving overland and/or those previously experiencing difficulty with their visa status in Egypt should obtain a visa prior to arrival.
2. Tauck has partnered with Zierer Visa Service for processing visas to destinations in which U.S. citizens are required to have an entry visa. Over the past several years, Zierer Visa Service has effectively processed hundreds of visas for Tauck travelers. Tauck will automatically send a visa application once a reservation is made and the deposit received. The visa fee, as well as any applicable consular fees and shipping fees, are not included in the tour cost, and payment should be mailed with the completed application directly to the visa service. The amount of the visa fee varies by destination and will be stated on the application.
For more information or to download a Zierer Visa Service application, please log on their website by clicking here. To speak directly with ZVS Customer Service, call 866-788-1100 (toll-free in the U.S.). Please note that visas cannot be processed more than 90 days prior to departure and that the process will take several weeks.
For more information or to download a Zierer Visa Service application, please log on their website by clicking here. To speak directly with ZVS Customer Service, call 866-788-1100 (toll-free in the U.S.). Please note that visas cannot be processed more than 90 days prior to departure and that the process will take several weeks.
3. A visa may be obtained directly through an Egyptian Consulate. For more information, log on to the website by clicking here.
The Jordan Visa is included for U.S. citizens in the price of the tour and will be obtained for them by the Tauck Director while on tour.
If you are a citizen of another country, you should contact a consulate or embassy of each of the countries visited on this itinerary to determine what travel documentation is required.
We recommend that you make at least two photocopies of all the travel documents that you bring with you. Include copies of the photo page of your passport that contains the date of issuance, date of expiration and your citizenship, as well as the front and back sides of your driver’s license. Secure one set of copies in the safe in your room while traveling and leave one set behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your documents are misplaced, lost or stolen.
Travel with Children –
Age Recommendations ― Children 5 years of age or older at the time of travel are welcome on this Tauck journey. Based upon our experience with family travelers, we have a minimum recommended age for each journey to encourage comfort and enjoyment for all of our guests. All children must be accompanied on activities by a parent or guardian. At least one guest in the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older in order to make a reservation.
Babysitting ― Our journeys are designed for adults and children to share the wonder of discovery together. If you require babysitting services, your Tauck Director will put you in contact with the appropriate hotel staff with whom you may make babysitting arrangements. There is usually an additional fee for these services. Many hotels do offer on-site babysitting services; however, babysitting services may not be available at all of our hotels. Please note that our Tauck Directors are not responsible for providing babysitting services.
Safety and Welfare Responsibility ― We welcome the participation of child travelers on our exciting excursions. If you are traveling with a child on a Tauck journey, you have the sole responsibility for ensuring that that the child with whom you are traveling follows all rules of safety throughout the tour. By traveling with us, you release Tauck, Inc. and our partners of all liability for any risks and/or injuries to the child with whom you are traveling.
Special Travel Documentation for Children
Babysitting ― Our journeys are designed for adults and children to share the wonder of discovery together. If you require babysitting services, your Tauck Director will put you in contact with the appropriate hotel staff with whom you may make babysitting arrangements. There is usually an additional fee for these services. Many hotels do offer on-site babysitting services; however, babysitting services may not be available at all of our hotels. Please note that our Tauck Directors are not responsible for providing babysitting services.
Safety and Welfare Responsibility ― We welcome the participation of child travelers on our exciting excursions. If you are traveling with a child on a Tauck journey, you have the sole responsibility for ensuring that that the child with whom you are traveling follows all rules of safety throughout the tour. By traveling with us, you release Tauck, Inc. and our partners of all liability for any risks and/or injuries to the child with whom you are traveling.
Special Travel Documentation for Children
Authorization for Travel
If you travel into or out of the U.S. with children under the age of 18, you should be aware of the following: because of increasing incidents of child abductions in disputed custody cases and because children are at risk as possible victims of child pornography, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) strongly recommends that unless the child is accompanied by both parents, you should have a note from the child's other parent (or, in the case of a child traveling with grandparents, uncles or aunts, sisters or brothers, or friends, a note signed by both parents) stating that the parent(s) not traveling acknowledge that the parent(s), family members, etc. who are traveling into or out of the U.S. with the child have permission to do so. CBP also suggests that this note be notarized. While CBP may not ask to see this documentation, if they do ask, and you do not have it, you may be detained until the circumstances of the child traveling without both parents can be fully assessed.
If there is no second parent with legal claims to the child (parent deceased, sole custody, etc.), other relevant paperwork, such as a court decision, birth certificate naming only one parent, or a death certificate, will be useful.
All children who are U.S. citizens should also have a certified copy of their birth certificate or baptism record for ID. Children over the age of 14 are also required to have a photo ID.Many other countries also share this concern for children who travel without both parents. To ensure smooth travel, we require you to comply with the travel regulations of each country visited. This information may be obtained from a country’s consulate or embassy.
Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment
In the unlikely event of a medical emergency, a medical facility will require permission from the child’s parents to provide treatment. Therefore, we strongly suggest that you bring along a letter from both parents (including other pertinent documents as cited above) authorizing emergency medical treatment for their child.
Children who are U.S. citizens must have a passport valid for at least six months beyond the completion of the journey.
We are not responsible for the disruption of travel caused by the improper documentation of any guest, including children traveling without both parents. While there is no definitive format or standard, click here to view a sample letter for guardians or one parent traveling with a child.
We are not responsible for the disruption of travel caused by the improper documentation of any guest, including children traveling without both parents. While there is no definitive format or standard, click here to view a sample letter for guardians or one parent traveling with a child.
Air Conditioning – All hotels and the Nile Adventurer provide air conditioning. All motor coaches are air-conditioned for your comfort.
ATM and Credit Cards ― We recommend that you contact your bank in advance of departing on this tour to determine whether you will be able to use your ATM and credit cards while traveling. When contacting your bank, notify them of your travel dates so that they will anticipate charges being made outside of your hometown and do not suspend your cards for what may appear to them to be "suspicious" charges. We also recommend that you make a photocopy of the front and back sides of your ATM and credit cards to leave behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your cards are misplaced, lost or stolen.
Clothing and Packing -
ATM and Credit Cards ― We recommend that you contact your bank in advance of departing on this tour to determine whether you will be able to use your ATM and credit cards while traveling. When contacting your bank, notify them of your travel dates so that they will anticipate charges being made outside of your hometown and do not suspend your cards for what may appear to them to be "suspicious" charges. We also recommend that you make a photocopy of the front and back sides of your ATM and credit cards to leave behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your cards are misplaced, lost or stolen.
Clothing and Packing -
Egypt has import restrictions on certain “high value” personal items.
Please read the section on “Customs” below.
Please read the section on “Customs” below.
Your journey is designed with leisure in mind. Dress for comfort and convenience with a wardrobe that is adaptable and allows for layering. Generally, during the day, casual, comfortable, cotton clothing is recommended. Cool weather at higher elevations or at night will require warmer, layered clothing. For the welcome and farewell receptions, casual resort wear is appropriate; formal wear is never required.
It is inadvisable for women to wear anything short or sleeveless unless on the beach or by a pool so as not to offend local custom.
When visiting churches and mosques, women are not allowed to enter with bare shoulders or short pants or short skirts. A scarf is acceptable to cover shoulders if women are wearing a sleeveless top. Head covering is not required. Men should also dress appropriately for a holy sanctuary. Shorts are discouraged. Women and men will be required to remove their shoes in mosques.
All hotels on this tour offer valet laundry services. Laundry service is available aboard the Nile Adventurer, but there are no dry cleaning facilities on board.
We recommend that you pack an adequate supply of your prescription medication in its original container to last through your entire journey, together with a copy of your doctor’s prescription or a letter from your health-care provider on office stationery explaining that the medication has been prescribed for you, a list of the generic names of your medication, your travel documents and a change of clothing in your carry-on bag to avoid any inconvenience in the event that your flight or luggage is delayed.
Following is a list of recommended items to pack:
- Casual daytime wear – shorts, slacks, long and short-sleeved shirts
- An optional jacket and tie for men
- Casually elegant evening wear for ladies
- Sunglasses, sunscreen, hat
- Swimwear
- Gym wear
- A light sweater or jacket for higher elevations or a breezy night
- Binoculars (7x50 preferably)
- Insect repellent
- Camera, lenses, batteries, memory cards and/or plenty of film
- Lightweight, comfortable, sturdy walking shoes that have already been broken-in
- Battery-operated travel alarm clock
- Rain poncho and collapsible umbrella
- Zipper-lock bags
- Daypack for camera equipment
- Sundries and toiletries that may be difficult to find en route
- Eye drops for the dust when visiting pyramids and temples
- Wash-and-dry or antiseptic cleaner
- Copies of your travel documents that should be secured in the safe in your hotel room while traveling
Elevation - The maximum elevation on this tour is 3,000 ft (914 m) in the hill city of Amman, Jordan. The lowest elevation is -1,230 ft ( -375 m) at the Dead Sea (the lowest spot on Earth).
Health - To enjoy this tour all travelers to Egypt should be in reasonably good health. There is a significant amount of walking on this tour and archaeological sites and temple floors are far from even. On several days the walking can be arduous, and even on those days when walking is not difficult, there may be long stretches of time when guests will be on their feet. Guests who require assistance walking may not be able to fully participate in the sightseeing.
If you have a medical condition which might limit your participation in activities, please consult your physician for pre-departure health advice and notify us as soon as possible, if you have not already done so. We will advise your Tauck Director accordingly.
We regret that we cannot provide individual assistance to guests for walking, dining or other personal needs. Persons needing such assistance must be accompanied by an able companion who will assist them.
Special Health Information for this Tour:
The Nile Adventurer does not have an elevator; you will need to navigate two flights of stairs to access guest cabins and public areas. We regret that wheelchairs cannot be accommodated. Disembarking the riverboat requires walking down many steps to a narrow gangway. The steepness and the number of steps depend upon the river water level.
Tap water in hotels, restaurants and aboard the Nile Adventurer is not potable. Use caution when eating salad items that may have been washed in tap water. Always drink bottled water with an unbroken seal. Well-known brands of bottled beverages are generally considered to be safe. For the first few days it may be advisable to clean your teeth with bottled water. Avoid having ice in drinks unless you are confident it has been made with bottled water.
Eating uncooked vegetables should be avoided. Eat fruit that you can peel, and make sure fresh fruit has been washed. Wash your hands before and after eating. Most meals on this Egypt and Jordan tour are in hotel restaurants where cleanliness is good and they are used to catering to westerners.
There is a physician on board the Nile Adventurer.
Smoking is very common in Egypt and Jordan. As a result, few restaurants and hotels have nonsmoking sections. A “non-smoking” room often means the establishment has merely removed the ashtray. Where possible we have requested non-smoking rooms and non-smoking sections of restaurants.
On board the Nile Adventurer, smoking is only permitted on the outer decks. Smoking is not allowed in cabins or in public areas. Smoking is not permitted on motor coaches used during shore excursions.
If you are a resident of the U.S., please contact your physician, the public health service in your area, or the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to obtain information regarding vaccinations that may be required for your journey. The Travelers' Health Section of the CDC operates a 24-hour "Travelers' Health Hotline" at 800-232-4636 (toll-free in the U.S.). You may also log on to the CDC website by clicking here.
If you are a resident of another country, please contact an embassy or consulate of each of the countries on the itinerary to determine what vaccinations may be required for you to visit.
Luggage Restrictions -
Special Luggage Restrictions for this Tour
Due to space limitations aboard motor coaches and on-tour flights, only one average-size piece of checked luggage per person, weighing up to 44 pounds, or 20 kilograms, is allowed. Luggage exceeding these restrictions is at risk of being left behind, or, if permitted on board, may be subject to additional excess luggage charges.
In addition, guests are limited to one soft-sided, carry-on bag per person weighing no more than 15 lbs (6.8 kg), and no larger than an average knapsack.
Checked Luggage – General
While it is common for airlines to allow passengers to check more than one piece of luggage per person, space constraints during your Tauck journey make it difficult to accommodate extra luggage. We ask that you limit your checked luggage to one average size suitcase per person.
Recently, airlines have adopted policies enforcing strict number, size and weight limits. Luggage exceeding maximum restrictions may require expensive overage fees, frustrating and hurried re-packing at the ticket counter, or even risk being left behind.
Many carriers require that checked luggage not exceed a weight of 50 lbs (22.7 kg) per piece. Airlines revise luggage policies frequently and often without notice; therefore, we cannot be held liable for the accuracy of the weight limit listed above. We urge you to check with your airline before traveling to determine current number, weight and size restrictions. It is also important to note that restrictions for luggage number, weight and size may vary with the same airline based on the class of service you select. First and Business Class ticket holders may have different restrictions than Coach Class travelers. You may wish to consult the website, luggagelimits.com, by clicking here,
We cannot be held liable for additional fees or inconveniences imposed by the airline due to luggage number, weight and size policies.
Please be sure to attach your Tauck luggage tag to your suitcase before leaving home!
Carry-on Luggage – General
Although oversize bags and wheeled, carry-on luggage are popular for airline travel, they are often not convenient or appropriate for motor coach travel or for many on-tour flights. Most modern sightseeing motor coaches offer limited space for numerous or larger items. Space under seats or in the overhead rack is typically small, and designed to accommodate items like coats, hats, purses, and small camera bags, etc.
For your day-to-day travel while on tour, we recommend that you limit your hand luggage to a small, soft-sided carry-on piece, and that you bring only those items you need handy during the day such as make-up, medications, cameras, film, etc. Items too large to fit under the motor coach seat or on the overhead rack must be stored in the luggage bays beneath the motor coach, and may be inaccessible during daytime travel.
Destination Information
Cell Phones - We understand and appreciate the value of instant communication when we travel; it keeps us in touch with friends and family, and it's a reassurance in the event of an emergency. However, the use of cell phones can be disruptive to a tour and to other guests who are enjoying their vacation. As a courtesy to others, we ask that you refrain from using your cell phone while on the motor coach, during group functions, when sightseeing and when your Tauck Director is addressing the group as a whole. There will be many opportunities to make and receive calls at times when it does not affect others.
Please contact your cell phone carrier to determine if your service extends to Egypt and Jordan.
Currency and Exchange Rates - The official currency in Egypt is the Egyptian Pound (EGP); in Jordan, the Jordanian Dinar (JOD). Most major credit cards are accepted in better hotels, restaurants and tourist shops. Banks are usually closed on Friday and/or Saturday, but private exchange bureaus and banks in hotels open daily, if not 24 hours a day. ATMs are available, though acceptance of foreign cards is limited.
Contact your bank in advance of departure to determine whether you will be able to use your credit card or ATM card in Egypt and Jordan. Should you have any questions, your Tauck Director will be happy to assist you.
obtain the most current exchange rates for all national currencies, you may want to check your local newspaper or log on to oanda.com by clicking here.
Important Note - Personal incidental accounts aboard the Nile Adventurer may be settled in cash (U.S. dollars), travelers’ checks, American Express, Visa or MasterCard. There is no foreign exchange facility on the ship.
Customs and Tax-Free Shopping-
Import Regulations: "High value" articles that a traveler brings to Egypt - particularly computers and camcorders, but also including cameras, typewriters, tape recorders, VCR's and other electronic items - must be declared upon entry, be listed on the traveler's passport, and be duly exported at the conclusion of the visit. If "high value" items are not re-exported at the time of departure, duty must be paid. In the case of certain electronic and computer goods, duty can be as high as 100%. Cigarettes and alcohol are permitted in limited amounts. Duty-free camera film is limited to 25 rolls for still cameras and 10 reels for movie cameras.
If you are a U.S resident who will be returning to the U.S. at the end of the tour, you are entitled to a duty-free exemption based on the total value of merchandise purchase abroad, as long as you physically bring them with you. There are limits to the amount of alcohol that can be a part of this exemption. Certain restrictions apply to unaccompanied goods mailed from abroad to the U.S. Please call your local customs office or consult the U.S. government's customs regulations as contained in their publication entitled Know Before You Go.
If you are a resident of another country, please refer to your own country’s rules and regulations regarding customs and duty-free shopping to ensure compliance upon your return.
Many countries levy Value Added Taxes (VAT) on consumer goods and services. (The tax rate may be higher for luxury items and lower for basic goods.) As a rule, if you are not a resident of the country (or of the country’s intergovernmental economic community, e.g., the European Union) in which the purchase is made, you may be entitled to a VAT refund and should inquire about the refund policy where you shop.
Electrical Current - The electrical current in Egypt, Jordan and onboard the Nile Adventurer is 220v, 50 Hz, and sockets take the standard continental European dual round-pronged plug. Guests whose appliances do not meet this standard will need to bring the appropriate converters and adapters. These items can be purchased in a store that specializes in travel products.
Internet Access – Most hotels on this itinerary offer complimentary or fee-based Internet access. Please inquire at time of booking.
Time Zones – Egypt and Jordan are 2 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (or Greenwich Mean Time). From late March through September in Amman, and late April through September in Cairo, these locations switch to Daylight Savings Time and are both 3 hours ahead. To determine current time in major cities around the world, we suggest you log on to the timeanddate.com by clicking here.
Weather - Egypt has one of the hottest and sunniest climates in the world, although on the whole it can be best described as mild. While the midsummer months can get quite hot, the heat is less taxing than elsewhere because of low humidity. Jordan is similarly hot and dry. Rainy days are few and far between in Cairo, and nearly unknown in Upper Egypt. In Jordan the winter months can average 2 inches or 50 millimeters of precipitation per month. Cairo and Amman can be chilly from December through February. As in all desert climes, it would be wise to pack both lightweight and warm clothing to accommodate the change in temperature between day and night.
Climate Chart
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Average Temperature
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Cairo, Egypt
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Luxor, Egypt
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Month
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Hi/Lo ºF
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Hi/Lo ºC
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Hi/Lo ºF
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Hi/Lo ºC
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January
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68 / 50
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20 / 10
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74 / 49
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23 / 9
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February
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68 / 50
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20 / 10
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74 / 49
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23 / 9
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March
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73 / 54
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23 / 12
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83 / 56
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28 / 13
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April
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82 / 59
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28 / 15
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93 / 65
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34 / 18
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May
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89 / 64
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32 / 18
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100 / 71
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38 / 22
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June
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93 / 70
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34 / 21
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104 / 76
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40 / 24
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July
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93 / 72
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34 / 22
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104 / 78
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40 / 26
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August
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92 / 72
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33 / 22
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102 / 77
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39 / 25
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September
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90 / 69
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32 / 21
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99 / 74
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37 / 23
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October
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85 / 65
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29 / 18
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93 / 68
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34 / 20
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November
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75 / 58
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24 / 14
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81 / 56
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27 / 13
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December
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67 / 51
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19 / 11
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75 / 48
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24 / 9
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Amman, Jordan
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Month
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Hi/Lo ºF
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Hi/Lo ºC
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January
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52 / 39
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11 / 4
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February
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55 / 40
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13 / 4
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March
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61 / 44
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16 / 7
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April
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71 / 51
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22 / 11
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May
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80 / 57
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27 / 14
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June
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85 / 63
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29 / 17
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July
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88 / 67
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31 / 19
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August
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88 / 67
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31 / 19
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September
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85 / 64
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29 / 18
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October
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79 / 58
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26 / 14
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November
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66 / 49
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19 / 9
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December
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56 / 42
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13 / 6
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If You Have to Cancel
Cancellation Fees – Regardless of reason, cancellations of confirmed bookings result in our incurring costly penalties and cancellation fees from our travel and hotel providers. Therefore, if you have to cancel a confirmed booking, we will charge you a cancellation fee according to when your cancellation notice is received in our Norwalk, CT office. To help limit your liability, please refer to Tauck Travel Protection on this webpage for more information.
If you choose not to purchase Tauck Travel Protection or Cancellation Fee Waiver, you will incur cancellation penalties per person
as follows:
60 days or more before departure
$700 per person
59-8 days before departure
$1400 per person
7-1 days before departure
$2000 per person
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