Night 1, 2, 3 & 4: Mena House Oberoi Cairo, Egypt This palatial hotel lies in the shadow of Cairo’s Great Pyramids – and Tauck’s guestrooms have Pyramid views! Originally built as a royal hunting lodge in the mid-19th century, it has welcomed crowned heads, heads of state, and internationally known celebrities during its long history. Its royal history is reflected in luxurious interiors that are embellished with exquisite antiques, handcrafted furniture and rich textiles; a variety of international as well as Egyptian cuisine is on offer at the excellent restaurants and bars in the hotel. Readers of Travel + Leisure have voted the Mena House Oberoi one of the world’s best hotels.
Night 5, 6 & 7: Aboard Nile Adventurer Cruising the Nile River One of the very finest passenger vessels plying the waters of the River Nile, the Nile Adventurer provides a comfortable, intimate, yacht-like ambience from which to watch the ever-unfolding scenes along the legendary river. Comfortable staterooms feature large picture windows, private baths and welcome amenities such as color TV and CD players. The five passenger decks offer an outdoor swimming pool, two sun decks, a library, two bars and a lounge, as well as laundry facilities, a game room and a gift shop, and the dining room features an international menu.
Night 8: Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor Luxor, Egypt The Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor is ideally located in the heart of the tourist district in Luxor, the city of ancient treasures and cultural heritage. Guests enjoy a superb leisure center with an outdoor heated swimming pool, and savor local / international, Lebanese and Italian cuisine in three main restaurants – The Nubia, El Tarboush, and Casa de Napoli.
Night 9 & 10: Petra Marriott Hotel Petra, Jordan Overlooking ancient Petra Valley, Petra Marriott Hotel is ideally situated for exploration of this famed archaeological site, a modern Arabian-style hotel situated amidst red sandstone mountains. The Marriott's air-conditioned guest rooms are decorated in a traditional style all rooms include bottled water, satellite television, high-speed Internet connection (wired), multi-line telephone with voice-mail, hair dryer, in-room safe, and mini-bar. Recreational activities include an outdoor swimming pool, hiking, nature preserve / trail, horseback riding, golf (nearby) and full-service health spa. A surcharge may be applied to some amenities.
Night 11, 12 & 13: Jordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa Dead Sea, Jordan Nestled between the mountains and the eastern shore of the Dead Sea, close to historic sites such as Mount Nebo, the Jordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa is an elegant oasis of luxury. Lovely outdoor and indoor swimming pools, as well as jogging and fitness trails and tennis, are available during leisure hours. The spa offers a wide range of pampering features and a lap pool. Dining options abound and include Cascades, which features barbeque with an Arabian flair and al fresco dining on the terrace.