12-Day Israel Jordan Egypt Tour with Nile Cruise: Pyramids, Petra & Dead Sea
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
12 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—able to do multiple days of guided walking, some stairs and short hikes
Overview
A single 12‑day passage through Israel, Jordan and Egypt that pairs Petra and Wadi Rum with a multi-night Nile cruise. Expect long touring days, internal flights, a Masada cable car ride, and an overnight drive to Cairo—packed with history and dramatic landscapes.
12-Day Israel Jordan Egypt Tour with Nile Cruise: Pyramids, Petra & Dead Sea
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The minibus pulls out of Tel Aviv before dawn and the coastline slaps away the night like a curtain. For twelve days you ride that edge between eras: Roman columns give way to Nabatean red rock, Bedouin camps open into endless sandstone moonscapes, and finally the Nile widens and carries you upriver past temples that have watched the sunset for millennia.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Pack for varied climates
Layer lightweight clothing—desert days are hot, nights and boat decks are cool; include a sun hat and a light fleece.
Carry small bills for tips
Tipping (baksheesh) is common, especially in Egypt—keep small denominations handy to avoid awkward exchanges.
Comfortable walking shoes
Expect cobbles, uneven tomb steps and short hikes—sturdy shoes reduce fatigue and prevent slips.
Protect your camera gear
Dust in Wadi Rum and sand on boat decks can damage lenses—use zip bags and bring a microfibre cloth.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Nubian ibex and desert foxes in southern Jordan and the Negev
- Migratory raptors and waterbirds along the Sea of Galilee and the Rift Valley
History
This route threads Roman, Byzantine, Nabatean and pharaonic sites—each city is a layer of imperial and religious history shaped by trade routes and rivers.
Conservation
Respect fragile desert environments by staying on marked paths and minimizing water waste; support local guides and camps that practice low-impact tourism.
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Adventure Hotspots in Tel Aviv
Recommended Gear
Sturdy walking shoes
Needed for uneven ruins, cobbles and the short hikes at Petra and Masada.
Sun hat and sunglasses
Protects against strong desert and Nile sun during daytime excursions.
summer specific
Light layers and a fleece
Useful for cool boat decks, early mornings and desert nights.
winter specific
Travel adapter and power bank
Keeps phones and cameras charged during long travel days and overnight transfers.