Day 1 AmmanArrive early to see the sights of Amman, including the Roman ruins of Jerash or the Byzantine mosaics of nearby Madaba. Days 2-3 PetraTake time out to float in the Dead Sea or get covered in mineral-rich mud, acclaimed for its healing properties. Explore the ancient stone city of Petra, carved from rose-hued cliff faces. Day 4 Wadi RumDiscover this dazzling desert landscape and camp with local Bedouin in the desert. Enjoy a traditional meal and learn about local customs from our friendly hosts. Days 5-6 Red Sea Beach CampTravel from the desert to the sea where sunshine, snorkelling, swimming or scuba diving through underwater scenery awaits. Day 7 Mt SinaiStep into biblical tales and climb the steps to the summit of Mt Sinai. Visit the monastery of St Katherine, built around the burning bush that 'spoke' to Moses. Days 8-9 CairoGet lost among the market stalls of the Khan al-Khalili bazaar or visit the Sphinx and Pyramids of Giza. Be sure to head to the Egyptian Museum to see Tutankhamun's impressive array of treasures. Days 10-11 AswanTry Nubian food in laidback Aswan. It's also possible to visit the imposing temples of Abu Simbel. Day 12 Nile FeluccaRelax and enjoy the views on a chilled out felucca ride down the Nile. Watching the sun set across the Nile is a highlight of any Egyptian adventure. Days 13-14 LuxorConsider riding a donkey to see Pharaohs' tombs in the Valley of the Kings, take a hot air balloon ride or visit the Temples of Karnak. Days 15-16 AlexandriaDelve into the catacombs of Kom ash-Shuqqafa or visit the remarkable Bibliotheca Alexandrina, inspired by the original great library of Alexandria. This amazing new library was built to hold more than eight million books. Days 10-11 Siwa OasisVisit the Oasis of Siwa and take a dip in Cleopatra's Bath, walk through the maze-like ruins of the fort or hire a bicycle and ride to the Mountain of the Dead. Day 19 BawitiDiscover monuments dating back to Roman times in this oasis dotted with date palms. Day 20 White Desert CampEnjoy a sense of adventure among the windswept dunes and surreal rock formations of the White Desert. Spend a memorable night camping under the stars. Days 21-22 CairoHead back to the souqs in Cairo to grab a bargain.
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