Footsteps of Moses Extension
Footsteps
of Moses Extension
Fully Escorted
8 days/ 7 nights including Tanis, Suez Canal, Wadi Feiran, Mt.
Sinai, St. Catherine's Monastery, Rock of Inscriptions, Nuweiba, Taba,
Aqaba, Petra, Mt. Nebo, Madaba, Amman, Jerash, Ajloun, Umm Qais
GUARANTEED
TO OPERATE
PRICES STARTING
AT $1195 (From Cairo)
This extension
may be done as a pre-tour or post-tour program.
This is an incredible experience.
For most of this program you will be retracing the generally accepted
path of the Exodus, one of the Bible's most famous episodes. The stark
landscape of the mountains colored by their mineral richness is entertaining.
Discovering fossils from millions of years ago in unique geological
areas and being introduced to the lifestyle of a nomadic culture that
today is same as it was a 1,000 years ago is certainly educational.
Day 01: Depart Cairo in
the morning traveling northeast toward the Suez Canal for Tanis. Though
no longer, Tanis was an important City in the pharaonic period. Many
believe that this was the Biblical city from which the Exodus began,
but many will also remember it as the location where the famous movie
character, Indiana Jones discovered the 'Lost Ark'. Cross the
Suez Canal and
proceed to visit Moses Springs, the first stop in the Sinai for the
Israelites. From here on to Wadi Feiran. Steeped in biblical mystery,
it was here, according to locals, scholars, and legend, that Moses struck
a rock with his staff, bringing forth a spring so his people could drink.
Feiran is also the site of Rafadim, the fabled oasis where the Hebrews
camped and battled the Amelecites. It is said that a journey through
Feiran is to pass through an entire chapter of the Old Testament (Exodus
17). Continue to the foot of Mt. Sinai to overnight at St. Catherine's
Plaza. Overnight Sinai (B,L,D)
Day
02: Depart the hotel about 3AM and
climb to the crest of Mt. Sinai to watch the sunrise then return to
the base for breakfast at the hotel. Check out and visit St. Catherine's
Monastery with it’s Chapel of the Burning Bush and a history that goes
to the 400’s (AD). From here we travel East toward the Gulf of Aqaba
with a stop enroute to see the Rock of Inscriptions where travelers
have been carving messages and directions for thousands of years. We
will look across the broad landscape of Wadi Ghazala and the oasis of
Ein Kudra, traditionally hazerot for the Children of Israel. We continue
our journey to the coast, have lunch at Habiba, a wonderful open air
restaurant right on the shore of the Gulf. On a clear day we can see
Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Israel. Transfer to the Hilton Coral Reef resort. Overnight Nuweiba
Day
03: We depart Nuweiba on our yacht ferry
to Aqaba,
Jordan. After clearing immigration and customs, we drive into the mountains
to Petra. Arriving, we overnight at the famous Movenpick resort, right
at the entrance to the Rose Red city. Overnight Petra (B)
Day
04:
A day to enjoy Petra and surrounding sites. Overnight Petra (B)
Day
05:
Drive along the 5,000 year old King's Highway passing beside the Dead
Sea and Lot's Sanctuary (where archaeological discoveries cause many
to feel this was where Lot and his daughters sought refuge after God
destroyed Sodom) to Madaba (the city of Mosaics) and Mt. Nebo, where
Moses looked on the promised land. Overnight at the Marriott Dea Sea Resort. (B)
Day
06: Tour to Jerash, one of the most
famous and well preserved cities of the Roman Decapolis. From Jerash
visit Ajloun and Umm Qais. Umm Qais is tucked into the northwest corner
of Jordan and looks down on the Sea of Galilee. This is where, according
to the Bible, that Jesus drove demons out of men and into swine (Matthew
8:28-32). Return to Amman.
Staff
transfers you to the airport, assists with exit formalities and checking
in for a short flight to Cairo. Arriving, staff will transfer you to
the Fairmont Heliopolis Hotel. Overnight Cairo (B)
Day
07: Staff will transfer you to the airport, assist with exit
formalities and checking in for your international departure.
TOUR INCLUDES:
GUARANTEED TO OPERATE. All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle relating to the tour program starting with day one of tour. One way Ferry transfer from Taba, Egypt to Aqaba, Jordan. One way International flight from Amman to Cairo in coach (economy) class. Baggage handling of no more than 2 pieces of luggage per person however baggage and personal effects are at the owner's risk at all time during the tour. Hotels (based on double occupancy). Meals as outlined by B for breakfast, L for lunch and D for dinner. Fees for visiting antiquity sites and museums. Services of an English speaking licensed Egyptologist in Egypt and a licensed guide in Jordan. Hotel service charges and taxes.
NOT included
are: Items of a personal nature such as tips, entry visa, entry or departure taxes, phone calls, laundry, drinks with meals, any items not specifically covered in the included items.
| Footsteps of
Moses Extension Price |
PP/Double |
PP/Single |
| Low (Jun, Jul, Aug) |
$1,195 |
$1,395 |
| Shoulder (May, Sep) |
$1,295 |
$1,550 |
| Peak (Oct-Apr) |
$1,495 |
$1,795 |
| Holiday (Christmas, New Year, Easter) |
$1,950 |
$2,395 |
Tours must be booked at least 45 days prior to arrival.
Prices
and itinerary subject to change without notice.
Single Price is for Single occupancy
hotel rooms and cruise cabins based on a minimum of two travelers. Single
travelers (one person on the tour) would have additional cost.
Holiday
Note: Most hotels in Egypt have mandatory Christmas and New Years
dinners. These can range from $70 per person to $150. These dinners
are NOT included in the price as the cost will be published by the hotels
until the late fall.
Email us at travelegyptinfo@gmail.com
or call Toll Free in the USA/Canada 1 (877) 778-3497 for full details.
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