17-Day Türkiye, Egypt Total Solar Eclipse with Nile Cruise & Jordan Petra Tour 2027

Meals: No Meals

Welcome to Turkiye! Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be met and assisted with your transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to begin exploring the vibrant streets of Istanbul at your own pace. Overnight in Istanbul.

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The tour begins with an exterior view of Topkapi Palace (from the outside), the historic residence of the Ottoman Sultans, followed by an exterior view of the architectural majesty of Hagia Sophia (from the outside). Next, you will visit the Blue Mosque to view its traditional Iznik tilework and six minarets. This is followed by a walk through the historic Hippodrome, the former sporting and social center of Constantinople. Overnight in Istanbul

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Visit the Spice Bazaar, renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and traditional flavors. Embark on a Bosphorus Cruise to admire the waterfront palaces, Ottoman fortresses, and the unique skyline connecting Europe and Asia. Following lunch, explore the historic Eyup District and ascend to Pierre Loti Hill via cable car for spectacular panoramic views over the Golden Horn. Overnight in Istanbul.

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Check out of your hotel. Transfer to Istanbul Airport for your flight to Egypt. Welcome to Egypt! Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, our representative will greet you and assist with visa arrangements. Enjoy a seamless transfer to your hotel and settle in for an unforgettable historic journey ahead. Overnight in Cairo.

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Visit the legendary Giza Plateau to marvel at the Great Pyramids and the Great Sphinx. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum to explore an unrivaled collection of ancient treasures. Conclude with a visit to the Papyrus Institute to witness this ancient art form in action. Overnight in Cairo

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After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, visit the magnificent Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis. Continue to the High Dam a marvel of modern engineering and the Unfinished Obelisk, which reveals ancient quarrying secrets. Transfer to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Aswan

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Enjoy a free morning or join an optional excursion before boarding the Nile Cruise. Overnight onboard the Nile Cruise.

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Sail along the eternal river to Kom Ombo and visit the unique dual temple dedicated to Haroeris and Sobek. Continue sailing to Edfu to explore its famous temple, one of the most magnificent and incredibly well-preserved examples of ancient Egyptian architecture. Overnight onboard the Nile Cruise.

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Arrive in the historic city of Luxor and cross to the East Bank to explore the monumental grandeur of Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Immerse yourself in the architectural wonders and intricate details of ancient Egyptian craftsmanship. Overnight onboard the Nile Cruise.

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Today marks the centerpiece of your journey. In the early morning, disembark and proceed to our specially selected viewing location on Luxor's West Bank, standing near the legendary Valley of the Kings and the Colossi of Memnon. At 13:02, watch as the sky transforms: daylight completely fades into an ethereal twilight for 6 minutes and 23 seconds of total darkness, reaching its breathtaking peak at 13:05. Experience the sky dimming, temperatures falling, and the stars emerging in broad daylight—a once-in-a-lifetime cosmic wonder. Following this celestial wonder, visit the grand Luxor Temple before transferring to Luxor Airport for your domestic flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Cairo.

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Our representative will meet and assist you for your transfer to Cairo International Airport for your international departure flight to Jordan. Arrive Amman Airport where our airport staff will meet you at the gate just as you leave the airplane. Full assistance with the visa and customs formalities, transfer to hotel in Amman for dinner and overnight.

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Visit Amman, the capital of Jordan, a fascinating city of contrasts. Visit the Citadel, which is situated on one of the highest hills in Amman that offers a splendid view of the old city. Near the citadel pay a visit to the Archaeological Museum that houses an excellent collection of Jordan's antiquities. Proceed downhill to the downtown of the old city to visit the Roman Theatre, which dates back to the 2nd century AD. It is also the home of Jordan's Folklore Museum, which displays various artifacts of the traditional Jordanian life including, costumes, home furnishings, musical instruments and handicrafts dating back to the 19th century. Conclude your sightseeing tour of Amman by visiting King Abdullah Mosque to be familiar with the classic / modern Islamic architecture. Drive north to visit Jerash, which remains today as one of the most beautiful and best-preserved Graeco-roman cities. A close second to Petra on the list of favorite destinations in Jordan, the ancient city of Jerash boasts a history of human occupation dating back to more than 6 500 years. Excavations made it possible to update two theatres, several temples, churches, a market, thermal baths, and the famous Cardo Maximus alley of 600 meters bordered columns. Back to Hotel in Amman for dinner and overnight.

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Drive 30 Km south of Amman to visit Madaba "the City of Mosaics". Visit the Greek Orthodox church of St. George where the famous 6th Century Byzantine mosaic map of the holy sites in the biblical world is found. Proceed to Mount Nebo, the place where it is believed that Moses was buried. Proceed to the greatest city of the Arab nation which existed 2000 years ago: Petra. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Petra.

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The ancient Nabatean city of Petra was recently voted as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. In 1985 Petra was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Begin your visit by enjoying a walk or a short horse ride from Petra's main entrance to the entrance of the old city "Al Siq". As you reach the end of the Siq, the first and greatest monument of Petra slowly comes into view. This is the famous Treasury monument "Al Khazneh". Indulge yourself, and walk through the architectural and spiritual wonders of this majestic place examining every detail in sight. Dinner and overnight in Petra.

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Depart to the Natural Resort of Wadi Rum "The Valley of the Moon" a unique place unlike anywhere else you have ever visited. Arrive at the village of Rum where you will be picked up by local Bedouins to explore this splendid desert. They will drive you with their 4x4 Bedouin Pick Ups (6 pax per pick Up) for approximately 02 hours to the Bed of the Valley of the Moon to the great mountains of Wadi Rum, Dinner and overnight under the stars in Wadi Rum.

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After breakfast, Drive via Wadi Araba Road to the Dead Sea the lowest spot-on earth 400 meters below sea level. Spend the rest of the day bathing and relaxing in the gently lapping waters of the Dead Sea and be amazed that you can't sink! Dinner and overnight in Dead Sea.

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After breakfast, transfer to Amman Airport for your international departure flight back home.