ITINERARY

DAY 01: FEB 14 = ARRIVE AMMAN & TRANSFER TO PETRA
Upon arrival Amman International Airport our local Airport representative will assist you for your immigration and custom formalities and after completion of your immigration you will be transferred to Petra Hotel, Check in & have dinner. Rest overnight Petra hotel. Lunch in Flight & Dinner at hotel
DAY 02: FEB 15 = PETRA – WADI RUM DESERT SAFARI – DEAD SEA
Today morning post breakfast check out hotel and proceed to visit Petra
PETRA: The "Pink City" is the top tourist destination in Jordan and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site found between the Red Sea and the Dead Sea. Petra is unique in that the city was carved out of a massive rock face more than 2,000 years ago. It was once the gateway to the East and was a major trade route, camels and caravans full of goods making their way through the beautiful ancient landscape. Nowadays earthquakes have destroyed most of the ancient houses, but over 500 stone tombs carved into the rock are still standing in excellent condition. Enter through the famous SIQ, an impressive long winding opening between the walls of two overhanging cliffs, you could hire a horse drawn carriage to take you throughout the City. Although you find many structures the most impressive are, The Treasury, The Amphitheater and The Ad-Deir Monastery looking over the valley and accessible by a flight of 800 stairs cut from the rock. After your tour of Petra, drive towards Wadi Rum, the Valley of the Moon. Feel the romance and adventure of the Arabian Desert. Wadi Rum was the head quarter of Lawrence of Arabia during World War I in the fight against the Turkish Ottoman Empire. It was also the film set of the famous movie Lawrence of Arabia. Enjoy safari tour in 4X4 Jeep exploring this magical moonscape desert region be amazed at the spectacular landscapes of towering cliffs and canyons. After finishing desert safari continue your drive to Dead Sea Area hotel. (B L D)
DAY 03: FEB 16 =DEAD SEA -MT.NEBO- MADABA MARBLE CITY – AMMAN
After breakfast at your Hotel proceed to visit Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth which is more than 400 meter below sea level. We will enjoy the marvelous experience of floating (not swimming) in its unique water, which contains an unusual amount of healthy minerals. Also we can shop and explore the Dead Sea's natural beauty products such as salts, mud, lotions and facial masks thereafter drive to Mt. Nebo.
MT. NEBO: This is a holy site for both Muslims and Christians. This is where Prophet Moses climbed at the end of his life to see the “Promised Land” which he never could enter. He also died and was buried here, although no one knows the exact place of his burial to this date. From the summit of the mountain visitors can see, as Moses did, the vast panorama of Jordan River Valley, the Dead Sea, Jericho (about 27 km), and Jerusalem (46 km). This place has been a place of pilgrimage for Christians for hundreds of years. The Serpentine Cross on the mountain is one of the most photographed sculptures of this place that represents serpent taken by Moses into the desert and the cross upon which Jesus was crucified. A big stone-statue marks the visit of Pope John Paul II in 2000 AD near the main entrance. After finishing your Mt. Nebo tour continue your tour to Madaba Marble City and finally you will be transferred to Amman hotel. (B L D)
DAY 04: FEB 17 = AMMAN – SHEIKH HUSSAIN BRIDGE CROSS –NAZARETH
Today post breakfast check out hotel and visit Amman City tour and thereafter we will drive towards Nazareth through the border Sheikh Hussain Bridge. At the end of the day you will reach our destination Nazareth, Israel. Check in Nazareth hotel, dinner & overnight (B L D)
DAY 05: FEB 18 = NAZARETH - TIBERIAS: SEA OF GALILEE – NAZARETH
Today begin this day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by a boat ride on the beautiful and scenic Sea of Galilee. Upon docking the boat, you will have the opportunity to view the remains of a boat that dates back to the time of Jesus. Following the Sea of Galilee, we continue to the Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus proclaimed His great Sermon on the Mount. Near the Mount, is Tabgha, one of Jesus' miracle sites. At Tabgha, Jesus fed the crowd of 5,000 people from five loaves of bread and two fish Also, in Tabgha is St. Peter's Primacy where Jesus bestowed church leadership upon Peter Continue to visit the birthplace of Mary Magdalene in Magdala. During the time of Jesus, this village was a prosperous fishing village that exported fish and garum a fish sauce reduction; popular in Roman cooking. Your day concludes at Capernaum, the launching place of Jesus' ministry. In Capernaum, see the Synagogue where Jesus taught and gave His sermon on the Bread of Life. Our last destination is a visit to Yardenit - the baptismal site on the Jordan River, the river where John the Baptist, baptized Jesus. Return to the hotel Nazareth. Dinner and overnight Nazareth hotel. (B L D)
DAY 06: FEB 19= NAZARETH– HAIFA –TEL AVIV
Following breakfast check out hotel & proceed to the town where Mary once lived and where Jesus lived as a child During the visit to Nazareth we visit the church of the Annunciation which includes the church of St Joseph ( It's not Byzantine - it's from 1914-21 built over Byzantine ruins) which tradition identifies it with the workshop of Joseph and the house of the Holy family. We will continue with a visit of the Church of the Incarnation, viewing at Grotto the remains of the house of the Blessed Virgin where the Angel appeared and announced the good news. Following Pilgrims path we visit Mary's well, where often the Virgin Mary would have walked to draw water from the spring. Thereafter you will continue your journey to Haifa where you will find Stella Maris, a Carmelite Monastery. The monastery is located above the cave where Elijah, the prophet, once lived. A colorful painting of this "wonder-worker" can be found on the ceiling of the Church. Following this visit, enjoy the scenic drive. The next stop will be to Cana where you will visit the Franciscan Wedding Church. Couples will have the opportunity to participate in the ceremony to renew their wedding vows we will drive towards Tel Aviv hotel for overnight stay.
DAY 07: FEB 20= TEL AVIV-JERUSALEM – MT.OLIVE – BETHLEHEM – JERUSALEM
After breakfast, Tel Aviv city for a short orientation tour and then proceed to visit Jerusalem old city with walk the famous Dolorosa "The Way of Grief", in Latin Way of the Cross and is a path where Jesus was lead in stifling pain carrying the cross of crucifixion. Fourteen stations are placed along this path, based on events which happened on the way to the Golgotha hill, the site of crucifixion. Church of the Holy Sepulcher: Known as the place as both the crucifixion and the tomb of Jesus of Nazareth. The church has traditionally been a major pilgrimage center for Christians all around the world. The day will be spent visiting holy Jerusalem, at the crossroads of different civilizations where you will come across remains of ancient mosaics and treasures from the Roman and Byzantine period, the Crusaders and the Ottoman Empire to name but a few. In the Old City you will encounter oriental charm and be plunged into the souk's colorful alleys which take you to the meeting places of the three major monotheistic religions. Mount Zion, A holy site shared by people of Jewish, Christian and Muslim faiths, the Temple Mount is the highest point of the ancient City of Jerusalem. Here you visit: The Tomb of King David, The Room of the Last Supper and Dormition Abbey the Monastery built in memory of Virgin Mary. Continue for a walking tour of the Old City by visiting: The Byzantine Cardo: Located in the Old City of Jerusalem within the Jewish Quarter, popular shopping area for art and special goods. The Cardo was Jerusalem's main street in Roman and byzantine time,. Wailing Wall: Also known as the Western Wall is the most visited and sacred place for the Jewish faith, is all that remains of the four walls built by Herod the Great to support the Temple of Jerusalem. Overnight at the hotel in Jerusalem. (B L D)
DAY 08 : FEB 21= JERUSALEM – MT.OLIVE – BETHLEHEM – JERICO
Today after breakfast proceed to visit the MOUNT OF OLIVES, take in memorable views over the city’s domes, walls, and rooftops before strolling in the GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE, where Jesus prayed on the night before his arrest. After lunch Bethlehem By the end of the day you will check-in to your hotel in Jerusalem, dinner and overnight in Jerusalem. (B L D)
DAY 09 : FEB 22 = JERUSALEM–CROSS TABA BORDER TO EGYPT-SHARM EL SHEIKH
After breakfast we will drive along the Arava Valley toward the Taba border. After crossing the border you will arrive Egypt side where you will join another bus to reach your hotel at Sharm El Sheikh. Overnight Sharm El Sheikh hotel. (B L D)
DAY 10 : FEB 23 = TABA – SHARM EL SHEIK H AIRPORT – HURGHADA - LUXOR
Morning post breakfast you will have a chance to experience to enjoy a glass bottom boat to visit Sea coral & livings thereafter we will start from Sharm El Sheikh International airport to board on Hurghada bound flight at 15.35. It’s a 40 min flying over Red Sea. On arrival Hurghada you will be transferred to Luxor Nile Cruise/hotel. Dinner and overnight Luxor hotel / Cruise.(B. D)
DAY 11: FEB 24 = LUXOR TOUR
After a wonderful breakfast in hotel/cruise, you will start touring the wonders of the West Bank of Luxor with the Karnak Temple, the largest religious Pharaonic structure ever built in the world. The kings of the Pharaohs staring from the 11th dynasty (2055 – 1985 BC) began adding their mark, one after the other, to this huge complex of Pharaonic temples. The Karnak temple includes the breathtaking hypostyle hall of the god Amun built by Ramses II in 1244 BC, the sacred lake of god Amun, then you will see the Luxor temples, Valley of the Kinds etc. Overnight in the Nile Cruise. (B L D)
DAY 12: FEB 25 = IN NILE CRUISE
Edfu- Kom Ombo : After having the breakfast in the Cruise you will have the chance to visit the amazing Temple of Kom Ombo dedicated to two gods; Horus, the falcon god, and Sobek, the crocodile god. The Greco-Roman temple is famous for its matchless location overlooking the Nile. Construction work of the temple started in the 2nd century BC by Ptolemy VI and was completed during the reign of Ptolemy XII during the 1st century AD. You will have the chance to visit to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. This temple is the largest and best preserved Ptolemaic temple in Egypt. The building work of the temple started during the reign of Ptolemy III in 237 BC and the construction continued until 80 BC. The temple includes wonderfully decorated walls and stone capitals. Sail towards Aswan - Dinner and over night in the Nile Cruise. (B L D)
DAY 13: FEB 26 : IN NILE CRUISE
After breakfast, sail to Edfu via Esan. Edfu - Temple of Horus by Horse Cart - Cross The Lock Gate In the morning arrive Edfu and Then visit Horus Temple in Edfu After lunch visit Cross Lock Gate Dinner and overnight on board. (B L D)
DAY 14 : FEB 27 = ASWAN - OVERNIGHT TRAIN TO CAIRO
On arrival Aswan we will start our tour visiting one of the most beautiful temples constructed in Egypt, the Temple of Philae. This fabulous temple dedicated to the goddess Isis was constructed as one of the finest examples of the combined architecture of ancient Egyptians and the Greco-Romans styles. This temple, due to the construction of the High Dam was all covered with water until it was relocated in its present day location in the Agilika Island by the UNESCO project that took 8 years from 1972 to 1980 to be completed. Your next visit of the day will be to the High Dam, built by the former Egyptian president, Gamal Abdel Nasser in the 1960s to reserve the Nile Water that was lost every year in the artificial Nasser Lake. The High Dam, that was viewed as an architectural miracle at the time, also generates a lot of the electricity consumed in Egypt -The guest afterwards will go to visit the famous unfinished obelisk, a gigantic granite obelisk dating back to the Pharaohs New Kingdom If this huge obelisk was completed it would have weighed more than 1197 tons. This will be a marvelous chance to understand how the ancient Egyptians were capable of building such gigantic structures. In the evening we will board on a Sleeping train for Cairo. Overnight in Train. (B L)
DAY 15: FEB 28 = ARRIVE CAIRO : PYRAMIDS OF GIZA
On arrival at Cairo in the morning we will take transfer to our Cairo hotel (early check in subject to availability) else we will continue our Cairo sightseeing till check in hotel.
Cairo: the very name conjures up visions of ancient monuments, exotic souks and eons of history. Almost as a backdrop to the Great Pyramids of Giza, the city rises from the surrounding sandy plains like some kind of desert mirage, albeit cloaked in an ever-present haze of heat, smog and sand.
After lunch you will see the Pyramids of Giza are at the top of most people's do-before-I-die lists. For an in-depth experience, go for a private tour of the Pyramids and the Sphinx in the fascinating company of a professional Egyptologist and archaeologist. Only a few kilometers away from Cairo, literally on the edge of the city limits, the Pyramids are an ever-present reminder of Egypt's mysterious, ancient history. At night, the Pyramids come to life in a brilliant Sound & Light show - Enjoy a spectacular evening of entertainment with 2-hour Pyramid Light and Sound Show experience this world-famous sound and light extravaganza. Watch as the pyramids and Sphinx are illuminated in multi-colored lasers and visual projections, and listen to the booming music and commentary emanating from the Sphinx that tells the stories of ancient Egypt and the pyramids. Afterward, your private transfer back to your Cairo/Giza hotel. (B L D)
DAY 16 : FEB 29 = DAY LONG ALEXANDRIA TOUR
Post breakfast, Our tour guide will pick you up from hotel, Travel to Alexandria to visit the Catacomb, Pompey’s Pilliars, Citadel of Qaitbay, Montazah Palace, Continue your tour by visiting the prettiest and biggest mosque in the city: the Abbo Elabbas Mosque, as well as the memorial of the Unknown Soldier of Alexandria and the statue of Alexander the Great. Finally we will return back to our Cairo Hotel for overnight stay. (B Packed local lunch, D)
DAY 17 : MAR 01 = EGYPTIAN MUSEUM, BAZAAR & DEPARTURE FOR INDIA
Today after breakfast we check out hotel and will start at 10.30 to visit Egyptian Museum of antiquities. It displays the largest and most precious items of the Egyptian art in the world. It exhibits a rare collection of over 250,000 genuine artifacts that date as far back as 5000 years, including an exclusive exhibit dedicated to the Tutankhamon - A collection of treasures, gold, and jewelry that were buried in his tomb for over 3,500 years before they were discovered in the 1920s when his tomb was excavated. Then continue to Visiting Khan Khalili Bazaar where you can see Islamic sites of Cairo. The numerous shops in this district are known for trading fine brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, antiques and much more at the end of the Tour you will be transferred to Cairo airport for your return flight to India. (B L)
DAY 18 : MAR 02 = ARRIVE INDIA, KOLKATA AIRPORT
You will be landed at Kolkata Airport Complete your immigration and the time to say a big good bye. See you again friend (Tour ends here).

NOTE:
Tour price base on minimum 24 passengers travelling together. (If the no of passengers reducing the rate will be revised on a pro-rata basis). This is a tentative itinerary, the working itinerary to be handed over after booking confirmation.

PAYMENT:
At the time of Registration @ Rs. 50000/- per person
Balance INR portion before 15 December and balance USD Part payable by 14 January, 2020

INCLUSIONS:

• Round trip air fare in economy class Ex Kolkata.
• Internal flights tickets
• Visa fees & border crossing charges for all Countries
• 3*/4* hotel accommodation on twin sharing basis with breakfast
• Meals – daily Indian lunch & dinner except flying day as per itinerary.
• Train ticket 2nd sleeper class
• 3 Nights 5* Nile Cruise on FB basis
• Pyramids tour with Sound and Light show
• Full day Alexandria Tour
• Dead Sea Tour
• Day long Alexandria Tour
• Holy Land Tour
• Petra the Pink City tour
• Wadi Rum desert safari with safari van
• Entrance ticket as per tour itinerary
• English speaking local guide
• 24 hrs Discovery tour director service from Kolkata

TOUR COST EXCLUDES:

• Tips & Gratuities @$5 per day per head
• Additional meals other than specified in itinerary
• Overseas Travel Insurance.
• Anything that is not mentioned under inclusions
• Optional Tour if any

CANCELLATION POLICY:

• Minimum cancellation charges per person @Rs.25000/-
• 30 days before date of group departure = 50 % of the Tour Cost.
• 30 – 15 days before date of group departure = 75% of the Tour Cost.
• 15 – 07 days before date of group departure = 100% of the Tour Cost.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR GROUP VISA PROCESSING PURPOSE:

• Valid passport together with old passport if any.
• Recent 3 copies colored photo graphs–Size 3.5cm X 4.5cm with white back ground & 75% facial image
• Professional Proof copy
• PAN card photo copy