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Cairo to Istanbul(21 days)
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Day 1 - Cairo |
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Why not arrive early to discover the ancient wonders of Cairo? The Egyptian Museum holds a glittering array of treasures and the Sphinx and Pyramids of Giza inspire wonder and awe. |
 
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Day 2 - Mt Sinai |
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Climb to the summit of holy Mt Sinai for panoramic desert views, then visit the monastery of St Katherine, built at the site of the burning bush. |
 
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Day 3 - Red Sea Beach Camp |
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Stay in beach huts and use free time to laze on the beach, snorkel the Red Sea's underwater world and tuck into tasty seafood. With warm sunsets, spectacular reefs and golden sand, this area of immense natural beauty is the perfect spot for serious relaxation. |
 
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Day 4 - Aqaba |
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Step onto a ferry and cross into Jordan to spend the night in Jordan's only seaport. |
 
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Day 5 - Wadi Rum |
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Bunker down in a desert camp with Bedouin tribespeople. A safari reveals the sublime beauty of the desert - sand dunes are interrupted by lunar-like rocky peaks, some of which bear carved inscriptions from ancient civilisations. |
 
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Days 6-7 Petra |
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Explore this astounding long-lost city carved out of a cliff face. A local guide helps to reveal the history of this ancient wonder. |
 
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Days 8-9 Madaba |
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Head to the coast for a soak in the Dead Sea. The salinity of the Dead Sea makes for effortless floating and the mud is known for it's healing properties. Make a stop at Mt Nebo, then continue onto Madaba. |
 
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Days 10-11 Damascus |
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Cross the border into Syria and roam the alleyways of the ancient city of Damascus. |
 
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Day 12 Palmyra |
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Explore the remains of this former Silk Road city that rise hauntingly from the desert. |
 
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Day 13 Krak des Chevaliers |
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Visit this imposing fortress which remains one of the world's most impressive castles. |
 
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Days 14-15 Aleppo |
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Revel in the excitement of the souq and perhaps enjoy a rejuvenating scrub in a Syrian hamam. |
 
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Day 16 Sanliurfa/ Homestay |
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Cross the border into Turkey and revel in the exotic charms of this pilgrimage town. Enjoy warm hospitality and a spicy homemade meal while staying with a friendly local family. |
 
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Day 17 Mt Nemrut |
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Be entranced by the colossal stone heads of Mt Nemrut. |
 
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Days 18-20 Goreme |
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Be spellbound by the Cappadocia region, famous for its underground cities, whimsical fairy chimneys and stone churches. |
 
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Day 21 Istanbul |
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A fascinating fusion of East and West, Istanbul begs to be explored. |
 
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All This Included: |
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From the 'Land of the Pharaohs' to modern-day Istanbul via Jordan and Syria, travel through countries that bear the legacies of Islamic, Christian, Persian and Roman civilisations. Discover deserts and mountains, camp under the stars and float in the Dead Sea, marvel at Petra and wander among the bizarre fairy chimneys of Cappadocia - experience it all on this quintessential adventure through the intriguing Middle East.
10 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner
Overnight sleeper train, 4WD jeep, bus, ferry, taxi
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Tour Highlights: |
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Climb to the summit of Mt Sinai
Snorkel in the Red Sea
Set out on a desert safari
Explore the lost city of Petra
Float effortlessly in the Dead Sea
Discover the charms of ancient Damascus
See stunning ancient ruins on Mt Nemrut
Experience the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia
Uncover hidden gems in the backstreets of Istanbul |
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Accommodations on this Tour: |
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Hotels (16nts)
Beach hut (1nt)
Desert camp (1nt)
Home stay (1nt)
Overnight train (1nt) |
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Notes: |
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partures available Mondays and Saturdays.
Please note there may be a revised itinerary in the winter months (approx. October - March), when it is often not possible to travel to Mt Nemrut due to snow blocking the mountainous roads. On these occasions we will spend 3nts in Goreme.
To see the Pyramids we recommend you arrange extra pre-trip accommodation so you have time to visit the site. It is not included on this itinerary.
Allow USD $350 for meals not included.
A single supplement is available on this trip.
Group Size: Minimum 1, Maximum 12.
Please ask your Vacations To Go travel counselor for more details. |
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