11 Days Pilgrimage to Egypt and Jordan

Upon arrival at Cairo Airport, you will be welcomed by your tour leader and driver. Enjoy a short scenic drive on the way to the hotel. We take a moment to unpack and settle in. Enjoy a relaxing city tour of Cairo, if time permitting, a visit to the Egyptian Museum, home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities. Afterwards, we make our way back to our hotel to enjoy a warm welcome dinner with your fellow pilgrims.

In New Cairo we will visit the Cathedral of the Nativity of Christ (Coptic Orthodox) Afterward, we visit the Giza Pyramid complex. Here we see the Great Pyramid of Giza, the oldest and largest of the three pyramids in the Giza pyramid complex. It is the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the only one that remains practically intact. We will also see The Great Sphinx, a limestone statue of a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human.

Today we explore Old Cairo, we begin by visiting the Coptic Church of Saint Virgin Mary, also known as The Hanging Church. The church gets its name from the fact that it is partially suspended above the Babylon Fortress. As such, it is believed to be one of the oldest Christian places of worship in Egypt. We will also visit the Coptic Museum which houses the Christian antiquities of Egypt, including frescoes, manuscripts and religious icons. Then we will visit The Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha or Alabaster Mosque is a mosque located in the Citadel of Cairo in Egypt and was commissioned by Muhammad Ali Pasha between 1830 and 1848.

Continue your journey aboard a Nile River cruise, sailing along the legendary Nile, the lifeline of ancient Egypt. Relax and enjoy the ever-changing scenery as you cruise past lush riverbanks, traditional villages, and timeless landscapes that have shaped Egyptian civilization for thousands of years.

Today we will visit the monastery of St. Catherine. The monastery is located at the foot of the mountain where Moses received the Ten Commandments. The Monastery, founded in the 6th century, is the oldest Christian monastery still in use for its initial function. Its walls and buildings are of great significance to studies of Byzantine architecture and the Monastery houses outstanding collections of early Christian manuscripts. Today we make our way to Jordan by way of the Nuweiba-Aqaba border crossing.

Wadi Rum – Camel Ride Adventure Continue to Wadi Rum, a spectacular protected desert area and UNESCO World Heritage Site, designated in 2011. Known for its dramatic sandstone mountains, vast red dunes, and ancient rock inscriptions, Wadi Rum has a rich history stretching back to prehistoric times. The region is also famously associated with T. E. Lawrence, known as “Lawrence of Arabia,” who spent time here during the Arab Revolt.

Today, enjoy an unforgettable camel ride adventure through the breathtaking desert landscape. Experience the timeless beauty and tranquility of Wadi Rum as you travel across its golden sands, taking in the magnificent scenery and the unique atmosphere of this historic region.

We visit and explore Wadi Musa, which means "Valley of Moses.” It is said that Moses passed through the valley and struck water from the rock for his followers at the site of Ain Musa ("Moses Spring" or "Moses' Well"). We travel through the "Siq" an immense crack in the Nubian sandstone, to the city of Petra.

Established already in 312 a. C. as the capital city of the Nabateans. They carved a city out of the rose red rock, hence its name the Rose City. Al Khazneh (The Treasury) is one of the most elaborate temples in Petra and is one of the most elegant remains of antiquity. Beyond the Treasury, you will find yourself surrounded on both sides by the carved and built structures of Petra, including the Monastery which was carved out of a sandstone rock wall.

Journey through the desert to Petra, the ancient rock-hewn city that stands as one of the world's most breathtaking testaments to human faith and endurance. Walk through the narrow, winding Siq, its towering sandstone walls rising on either side, as you retrace the steps of ancient travelers and pilgrims who once passed through this same passage. As the canyon opens, be greeted by the awe-inspiring facade of the Treasury (Al-Khazneh), carved directly into the rose-colored cliffs a moment of quiet wonder that has moved pilgrims for centuries.

Today we start by visiting Mount Nebo, one of Jordan's most venerated sacred places. Mentioned in Deuteronomy 34, "Then Moses climbed Mount Nebo from the plains of Moab to the top of Pisgah." We will also visit the Moses Memorial Church. It is most famously known as the place where Moses was said to have seen the Promised Land before his death. The mountain is also known for its religious significance to Moses and the Israelites, as well as its stunning views of the surrounding area. You will also visit the holy location where it is said Moses was buried. Afterwards, visit the Dead Sea which is located in the Jordan Rift Valley.

Board return flight home. This concludes our services, thank you for traveling with Holy Travel. We’ll see you on the next one!