egypt & jordan wonders of the world

EGYPT & JORDANWonders of the World

adventurewomenTHE DESTINATION IS JUST THE BEGINNING

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October 19 - November 1, 2021



TRIP HIGHLIGHTS► Cruise through Egypt on the Nile River for 3 days

► Visit the Giza Pyramids famous for the great Sphinx of Egypt and the last ofthe ancient Seven Wonders of the World

► Tour the historic sites of Petra, Jordan and discover the “Rose City”

► Enjoy an evening at a luxurious camp, indulging on local delicacies, andstargazing to heart’s content

TRIP ROUTE




QUICK VIEW ITINERARYarrive in CairoDay 1

visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the SphinxDay 2

fly to Luxor, visit the Temple of Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Colossiof Memnon, welcome dinner

Day 3

cruise the Nile, Temples of Karnak and KhnumDay 4

Temples of Horus and Kom Ombo, cooking lessonDay 5

visit Philae Temple, felucca rideDay 6

visit the Temples of Abu Simbel, fly to CairoDay 7

fly to Amman, settle in at your hotelDay 8

explore Amman, Jerash, enjoy a wine tastingDay 9

visit Mount Nebo and Madaba, transfer to PetraDay 10

explore Petra, afternoon to relax, experience Petra by nightDay 11

visit Little Petra, drive to your camp in Wadi RumDay 12

relax at the Dead Sea, farewell dinnerDay 13

depart JordanDay 14

TRIP PRICEMain Trip: $8,390Optional Single Accommodations: $2,500Internal Air: $450

ACTIVITY LEVELModerate


adventurewomenTHE DESTINATION IS JUST THE BEGINNING EGYPT & JORDAN

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DAY 1Tuesday10/19/21

Arrive in Egyptarrive in CairoEgypt is one of the most intoxicating destinations in the world,

unequaled in its prodigious contributions to world culture. Jordan’scultural treasures shine as early examples of human ingenuity. Fromhieroglyphs and temples to the ruins of Petra, walk with wonder amongartifacts created by two of the world’s oldest societies, from 2,500 BCto Year One.

During your adventure, you’ll get to know your expert Egyptologistand Jordanian guides, who will help you learn about the history,culture, and ancient buildings of the region. You are also accompaniedby an AdventureWomen Ambassador, committed to helping makeyour experience a fun and personally rewarding adventure, andcheering you on as you reach beyond your comfort zone to take onnew challenges in your own unique way!

ArrivalInformation

Arrive in Cairo, Egypt (CAI) today before 2:00pm.One group transfer is included (time TBD); privatetransfers at other times are available for anadditional fee.

Pick-up andTransfer

You will be met at the Cairo Airport and transferredto your hotel.

Dinner Enjoy dinner on your own this evening.

AccommodationsMarriott Mena

House

10 mount auburn street, suite 2, watertown ma 02427 � t: (617) 544-9393 t: (800) 804-8686 � www.adventurewomen.com




DAY 2Wednesday

10/20/21

Cairovisit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the SphinxBustling Cairo is Egypt’s capital city and its cultural heart.

Backdropped by the ancient Pyramids of Giza, this forward-lookingcity comfortably rubs shoulders with past civilizations. Through a widevariety of sightseeing highlights and interactive cultural activities, you’llstep back in time to explore incredible ancient wonders.

Explore theEgyptianMuseum

Visit the Egyptian Museum and learn about thehistory of the area.

Great Pyramidsof Giza

Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, the only present-day survivors of the Seven Wonders of the AncientWorld, built over 4,500 years ago. These gianttombs were built to house the mummies of thePharaohs Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Khufu’s isthe largest, made out of more than two millionblocks.

Lunch Enjoy lunch at your hotel, complete with views ofthe pyramids.

The Sphinx No trip to Egypt is complete without a ride on a“ship of the desert”. Hop on a camel and ride acrossthe sands of Giza to visit the Sphinx. The enigmaticSphinx sits nearby the pyramids. It has the body of alion and the face of a man wearing a royal headcloth. About a thousand years after the Sphinx wasbuilt, it was covered in sand, until a young princehad a dream in which the Sphinx told him if hecleared the sand away, he would become Pharaoh.

WelcomeDinner

Enjoy a lively welcome dinner as you get to knowyour fellow travelers this evening. Share stories andlearn about why each woman in your trip is excitedto explore Egypt & Jordan!

Accommodations

Meals Included

Marriott MenaHouse

breakfast, lunch,dinner





DAY 3Thursday

10/21/21

Cairo to the Nile Riverfly to Luxor, visit the Temple of Luxor, Valley of the Kings,Once the Pharaohs’ capital at the height of their power from the 16th -

11th centuries B.C., Luxor sits on the east bank of the Nile River, on thesite of ancient Thebes. Today’s city surrounds two huge survivingancient monuments: graceful Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple. Theroyal tombs of the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens areon the river’s west bank.

Fly to Luxor Transfer to the airport for your short flight fromCairo to Luxor.

Board YourBoat

Board the Sanctuary Nile Adventurer, your home forthe next four nights on the Nile. Settle into yourcabin.

Temple ofLuxor

Explore the striking and graceful Temple of Luxor,which is dedicated to the God Amun. Your guide willexplain the details of the temple. Enjoy lunch on theboat.

Valley of theKings

Visit the West Bank of Luxor to explore the Valley ofthe Kings, a vast City of the Dead where magnificenttombs were carved into the desert rocks, decoratedrichly, and filled with treasures for the afterlife bygenerations of Pharaohs. You’ll have the chance tovisit at least one tomb in the Valley of the Queens,as well as the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.

Rising out of the desert plain in a series of terraces,the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Ancient Egypt’sonly female Pharaoh) merges with the sheerlimestone cliffs that surround it, as if nature herselfhad built this extraordinary monument.

Colossi ofMemnon

On the way back to the river Nile, the road passesby the famed Colossi of Memnon, known in AncientGreek times for their haunting voices at dawn. Thisis a great photo stop.

Accommodations

Meals Included

Sanctuary NileAdventurer






DAY 4Friday

10/22/21

The Nile Rivercruise the Nile, Temples of Karnak and KhnumEgyptian hieroglyphics were the formal writing system of Ancient

Egypt and date back over 5,200 years. There were over 1,000 distinctsymbols, called glyphs, which were generally read right to left, but onthe walls of temples and tombs they appear in columns, with no spacesor punctuation. They were written on the walls of the Pharaoh’s tombto help him get to the afterlife.

Visit the Templeof Karnak

Start your day on the East Bank by visiting theTemple of Karnak, built over a period of more than athousand years by generations of Pharaohs. Thegreat “Hypostyle Hall” is an incredible forest of giantpillars, covering an area larger than the whole ofNotre Dame Cathedral.

Cruise to Esna Relax on board as you cruise along the Nile. Enjoy aswim in the pool, or just watch the scenery as youpass by the banks. Have lunch on the way.

Temple ofKhnum

Later today, your Egyptologist will guide youaround the Greco-Roman Temple of Khnum at Esna.The beautifully preserved Great Hypostyle Hall wasbuilt during the reign of the Roman EmperorClaudius. It was excavated from the silt that hadaccumulated through centuries of annual Nile floodsand is about nine meters below present-day streetlevel.

Afternoon andEvening

Enjoy afternoon tea on board as you cruise to Edfu.Have a delicious dinner on board this evening.

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DAY 5Saturday10/23/21

The Nile RiverTemples of Horus and Kom Ombo, cooking lessonTell Edfu is a monument full of Egyptian history and archaeological

interest. Enough of the settlement has been preserved to gaininformation from as far back as the Predynastic Period. The remains ofthe settlement, or “tell,” provides an insight into the development ofEdfu as a provincial town from the end of the Old Kingdom until theByzantine period. The oldest part of the town can be dated to the lateOld Kingdom.

Explore theTemple ofHorus

Visit the largest and most completely preservedancient temple in Egypt, the extraordinary Templeof Horus, the falcon god. It is the second largesttemple in Egypt after Karnak and was built between305 and 30 B.C. Depictions of New Year’scelebrations can still be seen on the walls along thestaircases.

Lunch Enjoy lunch on board as you cruise to Kom Ombo.

Temple of KomOmbo

Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, a lovely Greco-Roman temple uniquely double-dedicated toHaroeris, the sun god, and Sobek, the crocodile god.Here the ancient pharaohs kept a chamber ofmummified crocodiles. The temple stands at a bendin the Nile where in ancient times sacred crocodilesbasked in the sun on the riverbank.

EgyptianCooking Lesson

Take an Egyptian cooking class on board while theboat cruises to Aswan. You’ll learn to make threeauthentic dishes.

Egyptian Night Tonight’s dinner on board will be an “EgyptianNight” costume party for all guests, with a chance todress up in traditional Egyptian “galabeyyas.” Dinnerwill be a lavish buffet of Egyptian specialties,followed by traditional music and dancing foreveryone.

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DAY 6Sunday

10/24/21

The Nile Rivervisit Philae Temple, felucca rideLocated 81 miles south of Luxor, Aswan has a distinctively different

feel. There is a mix of Arabic and African cultures, making it a veryinteresting place to visit. The influence of Egypt’s southern neighbor,Sudan, can be felt here. The markets are lined with colorful pyramids ofspices, perfumes, scarves, and baskets.

Morning atLeisure

Enjoy a morning to relax on the boat. Take a dip,read a book on the deck, or sip coffee and enjoy theview!

Philae Temple Visit the romantic and majestic Philae Temple on theIsland of Agilka. Philae Temple was dismantled andreassembled (on Agilika Island about 550 metersfrom its original home on Philae Island) in the wakeof the High Dam. The temple, dedicated to thegoddess Isis, is in a beautiful setting which has beenlandscaped to match its original site.

Visit the GraniteQuarries

Head to the granite quarries where the pink-coloredgranite used in building pyramids and temples inancient Egypt came from. The quarries still hold ahuge unfinished obelisk that the guides can use togive a lesson in the methods used by ancientengineers to create the monuments you haveviewed.

Felucca Ride If the weather cooperates, take a felucca (a typicalEgyptian sailboat) around Elephantine Island, LordKitchener’s Botanical Gardens, and the Agha KhanMausoleum.

CelebrationDinner

Celebrate your last evening on the boat with a galadinner, complete with white-gloved waiters servinggourmet cuisine. Enjoy a folkloric and Dervish showafter dinner.

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DAY 7Monday10/25/21

The Nile River to Cairovisit the Temples of Abu Simbel, fly to CairoThe largest city in the Muslim world, the Arab world, and all of Africa,

Cairo is a busy mega-city with an enormous cultural influence and thestrongest economy in the Middle East. Not only is it the home of al-Azhar University, the second-oldest higher learning institution on earth,it is also the regional headquarters of many international businesses,media, and organizations.

Temples of AbuSimbel

Transfer to the Aswan airport for a short flight tothe magnificent temples of Abu Simbel. Carveddirectly into the face of a cliff, Ramses II Temple isguarded by four enormous 65-foot figures of thepharaoh and depicts his most celebrated triumphsin battle. Nearby is the graceful Temple of Hathor,dedicated to the cow-headed goddess of love andbuilt in honor of Ramses’ favorite wife, QueenNefertari. An international rescue effort from 1966-68 saved the temples from the rising waters of theNile caused by the building of the great Aswan Dam.UNESCO organized the campaign, with the templesbeing cut into blocks, raised piece-by-piece, andreassembled in a new position higher up the hillside.However, even with modern technology, theengineers were unable to duplicate the efforts of theancient Egyptians. The temple was originally built sothe sun’s rays would penetrate deep into the templeto illuminate the Holy of Holies on the morning ofRamses II name day. In repositioning the temple, themodern-day engineers missed this event by oneday.

Fly to Cairo Fly back to Cairo and enjoy lunch on your own.

Khan El-KhaliliBazaar

Enjoy an evening visit to the Khan El-Khalili Bazaar,reputed to be the largest bazaar in the Middle East.Originally founded as a watering stop for caravansin the 14th century, the bazaar has now grown tovast proportions. Wander through the labyrinth ofnarrow streets, stopping to look in workshops andstalls that sell everything from woodwork,glassware, and leather goods to perfumes, fabrics,and Pharaonic curiosities. Remember to bargainhard!

Accommodations

Meals Included

Heliopolis TowersHotel

breakfast 10 mount auburn street, suite 2, watertown ma 02427 � t: (617) 544-9393 t: (800) 804-8686 � www.adventurewomen.com




DAY 8Tuesday10/26/21

Cairo to Ammanfly to Amman, settle in at your hotelFly to Jordan today. This sovereign Arab nation is perfectly located at

the crossroads between Asia, Africa, and Europe. Jordan has a verydiverse range of ecosystems from the fertile valley of the Jordan Riverin the northwest to the vast and Martian-like plains of the easterndesert. It is also known for its ancient tradition of hospitality on thelegendary King’s Highway. This friendly trend has lasted throughmodern times as the Jordanian people love welcoming travelers fromall over the world!

Fly to Amman Transfer to the airport in Cairo and board your flightto Amman, Jordan.

Transfer to YourHotel

When you arrive in Amman, you will be met andtransferred to your hotel. Explore the area aroundyour hotel this afternoon and enjoy lunch and theafternoon on your own.

Accommodations

Meals Included

Fairmont HotelAmman






DAY 9Wednesday

10/27/21

AmmanAmmanWhile there are many theories to where the city name Amman came

from, the most widely accepted is from the 13th century BC. It isbelieved that the name is derived from the Ammonites who named it“Rabbath Ammon” meaning “King’s Quarters.” Since then, the“Rabbath” has been dropped and “Ammon” westernized to “Amman,”leaving the modern city name we know today. There was a shortperiod of time when the city was renamed by the occupyingMacedonian ruler to “Philadelphia!”

City Tour Take a city tour of Amman that includes the Citadel,the Archaeological Museum, the Roman Theater, theFolklore Museum, and then a walk downtownthrough the bazaars and the Gold Market. Highabove the city, at the ancient Citadel, study thetraces of Amman’s many lives: the regal columns ofa Roman temple in silhouette against the sky; theelegant capitals of a Byzantine church; endlesslyinventive carvings in the Umayyad Palace;fascinating displays in the Archaeological Museum;and digs and ruins everywhere you step. At the footof the Citadel is the Roman Theater, a deep-sidedbowl carved into the hill and still used for culturalevents.

Jerash Drive to Jerash, where you will have lunch in a localrestaurant. After lunch, take some time to exploreJerash. Second only to Petra in tourist appeal, theancient Roman city of Jerash is an archaeologicalmasterpiece, and remarkable for its long chain ofhuman occupation. Here at a well-watered siteframed by the hills of Gilead, remains from Neolithictimes have been found, as well as ruins from othercivilizations: Greek, Roman, Byzantine, andUmayyad. Today, it is acknowledged as one of thebest-preserved province cities of the RomanEmpire.

Wine Tasting Enjoy a Jordanian wine tasting this evening.

Dinner Head back to Amman and have dinner on your own.

Accommodations

Meals Included

Fairmont HotelAmman

breakfast, lunch 10 mount auburn street, suite 2, watertown ma 02427 � t: (617) 544-9393 t: (800) 804-8686 � www.adventurewomen.com




DAY 10Thursday10/28/21

Amman to PetraAmman to PetraWhen most people think of the Middle East, they think desert. Jordan is

a prime example of how untrue this generalization is. The variations innatural settings in such a small country are truly spellbinding. Up in thenorthwest are the fertile low valleys of the Jordan River, where there isvast farmland as well as access to the saltiest body of water on earth,the Dead Sea. In the south are the vast deserts of the Badia Region.Between the two lie the mountain highlands of Jordan where you findthe most abundant vegetation amongst mountains and plateaus.

Breakfast andHorse Show

Today you will drive to the Royal Stables for anexclusive visit and breakfast. Enjoy breakfast in thegardens of the Royal Stables and watch a show ofthe thoroughbred Arabian horses, which belong tothe Jordanian royal family.

Mount Nebo Mount Nebo is the mountain where Moses wasallowed to see the Holy Land and not allowed toenter it. Nowadays the mountain is a memorial site,where you can find the “Church of Moses” whichwas built by the first Christians. Enjoy a great viewover Jordan, the Dead Sea, and Israel. When theweather is clear, you should even be able to seeJerusalem, which is about 35 miles away.

Madaba Travel to Madaba, known as the City of Mosaics. Themain attraction is a vivid, 6th century mosaic mapshowing Jerusalem and other holy sites. With twomillion pieces of colored stone and measuring 25x25meters in its original state (most of which can stillbe seen today), the map depicts hills, valleys,villages, and towns as far away as the Nile Delta.

Lunch Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Transfer toPetra

Drive to Petra this afternoon.

Chef's Table Learn how to prepare every detail of an authenticJordanian three-course meal. The chef will introduceyou to the special elements of local cuisine byexplaining the culinary traditions and ingredients.

Accommodations

Meals Included

Mövenpick ResortPetra






DAY 11Friday

10/29/21

PetraPetraIn 1812, a Swiss scholar and explorer rediscovered the hidden and

secretive ancient oasis of Petra. Before then, the city made of stonehad long been forgotten and abandoned to western world. Disguisedas a Bedouin, Johann Ludwig Burkhardt rediscovered the greatmajesty and beauty of the stone city. This UNESCO World HeritageSite is an unrivaled marvel as one of the 7 New Wonders of the World.

Petra Start the morning with a walk or an optional horseride from the main gate of Petra to the entrance ofthe old city. At the entrance, head along the “Siq”on foot until you reach the rose-red city.

The ancient city of Petra was carved from solid redsandstone in the 3rd century BC. In this era, Petrawas a fortress, carved out of craggy rocks, in anarea that was virtually inaccessible. It was thecapital of the Nabataens, a nomadic Arabian tribewho ruled the Trans-Jordan area in pre-Romantimes and derived their great wealth and powerfrom the passing trade caravans.

Lunch Enjoy lunch inside Petra with your group.

Afternoon toRest

Take some time to rest at your hotel this afternoon.

Petra by Night The special aura of the ancient Nabatean tradingempire comes to life as you enjoy a stroll throughthe mysterious Siq of Petra at night.

Accommodations

Meals Included

Mövenpick ResortPetra

breakfast, lunch 10 mount auburn street, suite 2, watertown ma 02427 � t: (617) 544-9393 t: (800) 804-8686 � www.adventurewomen.com




DAY 12Saturday10/30/21

Petra to Wadi RumPetra to Wadi RumOtherwise known as Valley of the Moon, the landscape of Wadi Rum

with its immensity, color, and awe-inspiring shapes creates an almostsupernatural atmosphere. Wadi Rum was the setting for the film‘Lawrence of Arabia’ and the actual location where T.E. Lawrence sethis camp; he named his book ’The Seven Pillars of Wisdom‘ after theseven natural columns varying in height located en route to Wadi Rum.

Visit Little Petra Visit Little Petra, or Al Beidha, a smaller version ofPetra literally hidden away in the center of amountain. The miniature version of Petra containsseveral notable tombs.

Drive to WadiRum

Bedouin camps are evident in the Wadi and are stillhome to a number of Bedouin families who welcomevisitors with the hospitality and generosity thatBedouins are so famous for. Explore the desert witha 4x4 driven by a local Bedouin for two hours. Enjoylunch under a Bedouin tent.

Enjoy YourCamp

Transfer to your desert camp for a unique overnight.

Accommodations

Meals Included

Memories AichaCamp






DAY 13Sunday

10/31/21

Wadi Rum to the Dead Searelax at the Dead Sea, farewell dinnerSince the days of Herod the Great, people have flocked to the Dead

Sea (400 meters below sea level) in search of its curative secrets. Dueto high annual temperatures, low humidity, and high atmosphericpressure, the air is extremely oxygenated. The high content of oxygenand magnesium in the air make breathing a lot easier. With the highestcontent of minerals and salts in the world, the Dead Sea waterpossesses anti-inflammatory properties, and the dark mud found on itsshores has been used for therapeutic purposes for more than 2,000years.

Drive to theDead Sea

Leave your camp and drive about four hours to theDead Sea.

Afternoon atthe Dead Sea

Enjoy a free afternoon to explore the area. Takeadvantage of the pools, make an appointment at thespa, or just relax today.

Farewell Dinner Have a farewell dinner with your newAdventureWomen friends. Reminisce over all of thememories you have made and celebrate the end ofan amazing journey through this truly spectacularcountry.

Accommodations

Meals Included

Kempinski HotelIshtar Dead Sea

breakfast, dinner 10 mount auburn street, suite 2, watertown ma 02427 � t: (617) 544-9393 t: (800) 804-8686 � www.adventurewomen.com




DAY 14Monday

11/1/21

Depart Jordandepart JordanEnjoy one last morning in Jordan before heading home.

Transfer to theAirport

Say goodbye to your new AdventureWomen friendsas you transfer to the airport for your flights home.

DepartureInformation

Say goodbye to your new AdventureWomen friendsas you transfer to the airport for your fligDepartAmman, Jordan (AMM) today. One group transfer isincluded; private transfers at other times can bearranged for an additional fee.

Please note: AdventureWomen will attempt to adhere to theitinerary as much as possible. However, certain conditions (political,climatic, environmental, and cultural) may necessitate changes inthe itinerary. AdventureWomen reserves the right to alter anyitinerary at any time, if necessary. We will attempt to notifyparticipants of changes as far in advance as possible. Costs incurredby such changes will be the responsibility of the participants.

Meals Includedbreakfast 10 mount auburn street, suite 2, watertown ma 02427 � t: (617) 544-9393 t: (800) 804-8686 � www.adventurewomen.com




Accommodation Details

Marriott MenaHouse

The Marriott Mena House is one of the most unique hotels inCairo, with its own rich and colorful history. Surrounded by 40acres of verdant green gardens, this palatial hotel is in theshadows of the Great Pyramids of Giza in Cairo.

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Furnished in a contemporary style with an art deco influence, themodern fittings and cutting-edge technology on board theboutique Sanctuary Nile Adventurer are combined withsophisticated public areas with luxurious teak flooring for anelegant finish. Each spacious en suite room features airconditioning, a mini bar, and LCD television with satellite. Allcabins have Nile views and are fully air-conditioned withindividual control.

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HeliopolisTowers Hotel

Heliopolis Towers offers a convenient location close to the CairoInternational Airport. Heliopolis is a tree lined suburb of Cairothat is home to Egypt’s Diplomatic and Presidential offices.

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Fairmont HotelAmman

Fairmont Amman offers travelers luxury accommodations inspacious guest rooms. With a modern, beautiful architecturaldesign and stunning interiors, the hotel makes use of the finestwood and marble, and the rooms and hotel interiors combineclassic luxury with contemporary design, all housed in spaciousrooms.

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MövenpickResort Petra

The Movenpick is located directly at the entrance to the historicJordanian city of Petra. This resort features a combination ofnatural stone, handcrafted wood, and Middle Eastern fabrics andtextures.

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Memories AichaCamp

Memories Aicha Camp stands in the heart of Wadi Rum’s majesticdesert. Enjoy the simple Bedouin life of the valley with itsunmatched authentic charm and beauty. The Camp has excellentservice and amenities, along with a wide range of relaxing andadventurous recreational activities.

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Accommodation Details

Kempinski HotelIshtar Dead Sea

Situated on the edge of the famous salt lake, 434 feet below sealevel and close to Jordan’s top attractions, Kempinski Hotel IshtarDead Sea is a brilliant ode to the hanging gardens of Babel,featuring a private sandy beach and a 5 star spa that providesluxury experiences infused with Dead Sea rich minerals. Therooms are located in three luxurious enclaves set amidst gardensdotted with lagoons, waterfalls and swimming pools, providingyou with absolute privacy by the Dead Sea.

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Included:► Accommodations as per itinerary based on double occupancy

► All meals as listed in the itinerary

► All ground transportation

► Domestic airfare (priced separately from the main trip)

► One group transfer on arrival and departure

► Guided sightseeing and activities as indicated in the itinerary

► English-speaking Egyptologist guide in Egypt

► English-speaking guide(s) throughout the trip

► Entrance fees

► Drinking water available in large jugs to refill personal bottles

► Gratuities for hotel staff, luggage porters, and waitstaff

► Gratuities for head guide, drivers, and boat staff

Not Included:► International airfare to Egypt and from Jordan

► Optional activities

► Meals not specified in the itinerary

► Alcoholic beverages (unless otherwise specified)

► Fees for passport, visas, immunizations, or travel insurance

► Cost of hospitalization or evacuation

► Items of a personal nature

► Gratuities for guides, drivers, and boat staff




Cancellations and RefundsNotification of cancellations must be received in writing. Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure date, and the registration deposit is non-refundable. For cancellations received 61-90 days prior to the trip departure date:50% of the total trip cost is non-refundable. For cancellations received 1-60 days prior to the trip departure date: 100% of the total trip cost isnon-refundable.

You are highly encouraged to purchase trip cancellation insurance tocover emergency situations. Travel insurance information will be sent toyou once you have registered for your trip. Switching Trips Our deposits are nonrefundable and nontransferable. If for some reasonyou need to switch to a different trip, please call us and we will do ourbest to accommodate you, but switching is not guaranteed. No Smoking Policy Beginning in 1995, our trips became smoke free. Please note that therewill be no smoking by any participants on AdventureWomen vacations. Health Insurance You must have your own health insurance to participate in an AdventureWomen trip.



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