Jordan Egypt Travel Guide – 8 Days

When Faris and I planned the trip to Jordan and Egypt I was both nervous and excited. We spent weeks researching both countries in order to come up with the best Jordan Egypt Travel Guide.

Our goals were to see the best locations, dive into the culture, and prepare for any mishaps. This was my first trip to the Middle East and all I can say is wow. The Middle East was never on the top of my bucket list but is now one of my favorites. I’ve been to over 20 countries and I’ve never been to a place that’s made me appreciate our world and people as much as I do now. That’s not say this was the most relaxing trip, because it definitely wasn’t, but it was by far the most rewarding.

Alright so let’s get into it! In this Jordan Egypt Travel Guide I will include:

• Itinerary
• Best Time to Travel to Jordan and Egypt
• Jordan Pass
• Flight & Costs
• First Thoughts Arriving in Middle East
• Jordan
  • Country background
  • Renting a car with costs
  • Accommodations with links/costs
  • Things to do/Places to eat
  • Highlights/Stories from our trip
• Egypt
  • Safety
  • Flights/Transportation with costs
  • Accommodations with links/costs
  • Things to do/Places to eat
  • Highlights/Stories from our trip

Jordan Egypt Travel Guide – Best Time to Travel

The best time to travel anywhere is shoulder season. This means way less tourists and cheaper prices. We went to Jordan and Egypt over Thanksgiving in November 2017 because we had time off of work. This time is perfect because it is heading into winter time there. Don’t let the word winter fool you. The average temperatures range from high 60’s to 70’s.

The only negatives about going at this time is Wadi Mujib, a water trekking attraction in Jordan, closes the second week in November for winter and the sun sets at 5 PM every day. We woke up at sunrise each day in order to get as much daylight as possible and we will go back one day to experience Wadi Mujib and add it onto our second Jordan Egypt Travel Guide!

Jordan Egypt Travel Guide – Jordan Pass

The Jordan pass is a sight-seeing package that is tailor-made for tourists. It’s a pass you purchase online that allows you to get into all the tourist attractions Jordan has to offer. It also saves on time because you will miss all the lines and you can download brochures covering all the sites. The total cost for one pass is $17. Make sure you purchase the pass prior to your flight so you can get your Jordan Entry Visa fees waived. Purchase and learn more here –> Learn/Purchase Jordan Pass

Included in the pass:

• Jerash
• Petra
• Little Petra
• Wadi Rum
• Waiving of  tourist Entry Visa fees (if you buy the pass prior to arrival and and stay at least 3 nights, 4 days)
• Many more attractions. Purchase and learn more here –> Learn/Purchase Jordan Pass

Jordan Egypt Travel Guide – Flight

We decided on Lufthansa as our airline of choice for our Jordan Egypt Travel Guide. Lufthansa is a German based airline who is trying to tap into the American market. Lufthansa flights, for German residents, is at a premium while Lufthansa cuts their prices heavily for Americans in order to promote their brand. Lucky for us! That means a high end airline for a good price.

Our flight left out of Detroit at 4:10 PM on 11/17/17. We had an 8 hour layover in Frankfurt Germany and then we landed in Amman late evening on 11/18/17. We bought a Multi-City/Open Jaw ticket so that we could fly back to Detroit from Cairo, Egypt. The total cost for the ticket to and back was $900.

Layover in Frankfurt

An 8 hour layover may seem like a long time to wait in an airport. I agree way too long! So we decided to add a mini adventure on to our Jordan Egypt Travel Guide. We arrived at 5 AM in Frankfurt and we decided to leave the airport and buy a train ticket for $20/person. We went down town and got a coffee and did some exploring. There was the cutest market where we bought some sausage and a beer. Totally worth it!

Jordan Egypt Travel Guide – First Thoughts Arriving in the Middle-East

The airport was massive and looked brand new. It’s one of the nicest airports I’ve ever been in, the walls and floors were lined with granite and marble.

The airport was not too packed but the lines were long to get through customs. When it was our turn to speak to the officer Faris greeted the man with, “Marhabaan”, which means hello in Arabic. The man’s face instantly lit up and he greeted us with a warm smile. You don’t have to be Arabic or fluent in the language, but learning some key words really goes a long way. It shows a sign of respect and willingness to learn. We loved it because we got to interact with the people and the hospitality towards us was more than I experienced anywhere else I have ever traveled to.

Jordan Egypt Travel Guide – The Country of Jordan

When you think about booking a vacation, Jordan is probably not the first country that comes to mind. Believe it or not Jordan’s tourism is actually growing and it’s due to their Unesco World Heritage Sites, nature reserves, and seaside resorts. The Unseco World Heritage Sites is one of the main reasons we created the Jordan Egypt Travel Guide in the first place! We saw the pictures and we had to do it!

Here’s a little background about Jordan:

• Jordan is located on the West side of Asia bordering Egypt, Syria, and Saudi Arabia
• Native Language is Arabic
• The country dates back to 300 B.C.
• Religion is Sunni Islam and Christianity
• Jordan is known as the “safest” Middle Eastern country
• Jordan is classified as a country of “high human development” with a “upper middle income economy”
• Currency: $1 Jordanian Dinar = $1.41 USD

Now let’s dive into the highlights, things to do, and accommodations!

• Amman/Jerash
• Dead Sea
• Petra
• Wadi Rum

Amman/Jerash

Amman is a very modern, bustling city which also happens to be the capital of Jordan. It is the most populous city in Jordan and a big spot for Arab and European tourists. It’s considered to be the most liberal and westernized Arab city. Jerash is about 45 minutes north of Amman and it is known for its historical ruins.

Renting A Car

It was around 8 PM by time we got out of the airport in Amman. We had reserved car arrangements with Monte Carlo and one of their representatives was waiting for us at the baggage claim.

If you know us we love a good road trip so of course we had to add one to our Jordan and Egypt Travel Guide. We love them because it’s the best way to see new places on your own time. It allows you to come and go whenever you want! We decided to use Monte Carlo Car Rental in our Jordan Egypt Travel Guide because they had the best reviews and their prices are almost half of the big rental companies. The total cost for a Mitsubishi Mirage was $162 USD for the 4 days we were in Jordan. We got the car and then drove off about 45 minutes to our hotel.

The only issue we had with Monte Carlo was that they asked for our first license. In America you renew your license after every couple years. The latest issuance date is then printed on the actual id. They asked for Faris’ first license that he received when he was 16. It was very odd and their was some major confusion. Because Faris had renewed his license 2 years ago they thought he had only been driving for two years. They asked for a deposit of $500 because of this. We did give the money and received it all back when we returned the car. It turned out just fine, but it was unexpected.

Driving in Jordan

Driving in Jordan is a little tricky but ok for the most part. Avoid driving in Amman during rush hour times it’s like driving in any big city but with less regulation. I  would just plan around those times.

Dinner

We arrived at our accommodation, Sydney Hotel, around 10 pm and checked in. After a long flight we needed some food! We went to the popular Hashem restaurant and OMG you must go! It’s in a small alley way so it can be a little tricky to find. It’s vegetarian with a very small menu but the falafel and hummus is to die for. After stuffing our faces we went and checked out some shops and then went straight to bed!

Accommodations

The Sydney Hotel was perfect for what we needed. Our stay in Amman was very short so we just needed something simple for a cheap price. The owner was awesome and helped us with everything we needed and even brought us breakfast to go in the morning. The total cost came to $25 for the night. I definitely recommend staying here!

Here’s a link to book your stay with the Sydney Hotel –> Sydney Hotel

Jerash

The next morning we woke up at 6 am to beat the city traffic. We headed 45 minutes North to Jerash. Jerash is known for the ruins of the Walled Greco-Roman settlement of Gerasa. The Jordan tourism board likes to call it, “A Rome away from Rome”. Read more here if you are looking for more historical details on Jerash –> Jerash Tourism.

We had a mile of land full of Roman ruins to ourselves! We spent hours here roaming around, it was absolutely beautiful! When you think of Roman ruins your mind instantly goes to Italy or Greece, you don’t think of Jordan. Put this one on your list because it is stunning! We left the site around 1PM  and grabbed some lunch at the most delicious restaurant.

Lunch

The restaurant is called the Lebanese House and this was our favorite meal of the whole trip. It was incredible!! The restaurant is a little more high end but still casual. The meal came to a total of $50 for both of us and it was 100% worth it. We got labneh, hummus, tabolee, fattoush salad, and mushroom chicken tawook. Yes, we like to eat! We clearly ordered too much food and we had enough left over for our dinner later on. After lunch we headed to the Dead Sea.

Dead Sea

The Dead Sea, which borders both Jordan and Israel, is a salt lake whose banks are 400M below sea level, which is the lowest point on dry land. The Dead Sea is known for it’s extremely salty water which allows you to float without trying. The mud is also infused with minerals and used for therapeutic and cosmetic reasons in spas. Have you ever seen the famous picture of a man floating in the water reading a newspaper? That picture was taken here!

Driving to the Dead Sea Mishap

Make sure to keep your eyes on the navigation system because those few turns can add an hour onto your drive if you don’t do them right. I was in charge of navigation and led us on to an exit that took us back through Amman. Let me tell you that drive SUCKS (I’m sorry Faris! We can laugh about it now, right?! ) The drive through Amman during rush hour traffic is no where near as easy as a straight long shot road. Traffic in Amman can be overwhelming. Street lights and stop signs are commonly disregarded and people walk in between cars constantly. The rush hour and extra miles added a whole hour onto our drive so make sure you take the route highlighted below!

Every hour counts when you travel to a new destination each day and the sun sets at 5 pm! We were able to see the sun setting on our drive to our hotel along the Dead Sea, but we really wanted to be at our bungalow for the sunset!

When we arrived the sun was just setting and we sprinted into the water to catch the last glimpse! In the end we should’ve left Jerash a little earlier and chose the right road to go down!

Accommodations

The Dead Sea area is full of resorts so there are tons of options. We chose Mujib Chalets because we wanted a more rustic feel than a resort. We loved it! A down side of going at this time is the amount of flies. No matter where you stay you will find them all along the Dead Sea. The only other negative about the Chalets is the lack of amenities. There is no tv or wifi in the room to use when the sun goes down. If you chose the Chalets make sure you get here early to take advantage of the Dead Sea.

We woke up the next day early to get a good swim in and then got breakfast. Then we were on the road again to Petra. Wadi Mujib is almost across from the Chalets but unfortunately it was closed for the winter.

Here’s a link to book your stay with the Mujib Chalets –> Mujib Chalets

Petra

Petra is a famous archaeological spot located in the southwestern desert. You can access it through the Al Siq Canyon. Petra has been given the nickname Rose City because of the tombs and temples carved into the pink sandstone. The most famous site located in Petra is the Treasury, which has just be inducted into the world of wonders so obviously this had to be included on our Jordan Egypt Travel Guide!

Drive to Petra

The Drive to Petra is about 3 hours and full of amazing views! You get to see the rest of the Dead Sea, a desert area where camels graze, and drive through a mountainous areas. If you are afraid of heights be prepared!

We actually stopped on the way and took some pictures as you can see below. I wasn’t actually hitchhiking, just for the picture! Although hitchhiking in Jordan is very common due to the Jordanian people’s hospitable nature!

Little Petra

On our way to Petra we stopped at Little Petra. Little Petra is exactly that, just a mini version of Petra! If you have the time make the stop but if you don’t no big deal.

Accommodations

The hotels that were a walkable distance to Petra were very expensive so we decided to go with the Peace Way Hotel which was about a 10 minute drive to the actual Petra site. Having a car really helped out here.

The room was big and luxurious, and also very clean. Again the owners were great and helped out with all questions and brought us breakfast early in the morning before breakfast started. I definitely recommend the Peace Way Hotel.

Here’s a link to book your stay with the Peace Way Hotel –> Peace Way Hotel

Jordan Egypt Travel Guide – Secret Sunset Spot

As the day got later we climbed the side stairwell of the bank that was directly across from our hotel to watch the sunset. There were people in the apartment above the bank and they had no issue with us being on the rooftop. They actually walked us to the roof and showed us the best angle to watch and it was not disappointing! The sunset was absolutely stunning. These small details are some of my favorite parts of this trip. The hospitality of the people and the beauty of the land really just makes you appreciate Jordan so much.

Dinner

After the sunset we went to Zawaya Restaurant and Cafe which was the restaurant right next door to our hotel. The service was great and the food was decent. We got the shawarma and it was a ton of food but just didn’t live up to the food we had in the previous days.

Petra at Night

Petra is so incredible that we actually had to include it twice in our Egypt Jordan Travel Guide! We did Petra at night which was just the treasury lit up at night. It was absolutely beautiful and I definitely recommend doing this. It’s about a mile walk once you get into the site and the walk is lit up with candles. The pathway weaves in and out of the rocks and if you look up, the sky is completely covered in stars. Once you get to the treasury the ground is lit with candles and you are guided to sit and listen to the stories and songs. The total cost was $24 and it took about 2 hours.

Petra site

The next morning we woke up very early to get to Petra when it opened at 6 am. The whole site is actually massive and most people don’t make it to the end so we wanted to get in as much time as possible. The magnitude of this place is another reason we had to include it in our Jordan Egypt Travel Guide twice!  You can see how large it is in the map below.

Once you pay to get into the park they offer free horse rides to a certain point. Be prepared because tips are expected here. It’s not necessary to do the horse ride because they honestly don’t take you very far but we decided to do it because we knew we’d be on our feet all day and I love horses (main reason).

Petra – Treasury Top View

The man who guided our horses was extremely nice and offered to take us up the mountain to get the top view of the treasury for $35. At first we were hesitant because we didn’t want to get ripped off and we didn’t know him. It wound up being one of the best decisions of the trip so we had to include this in our Jordan Egypt Travel Guide. The hike is long and steep and no way would we know which way to go.

His name is Hajj Madj and he is one of the most hospitable people we met on our trip. He took us to all the best hidden spots and told us all about Jordan and his family. The hike lasted about 3 hours and it came to about 6 miles of upward hiking. If you see Hajj in Petra tell him we say hi!

Petra – Monastery

After the tiring trek we made our way to the Monastery which was all the way at the end of the park. This was a killer. The sun was hot and the Monastery was another 1.5 mile hike to get to. Not easy! But the view was beautiful! We decided to include the Monastery in our Jordan Egypt Travel Guide but as a warning this is physically demanding after hiking 6 miles up a canyon.

Petra took us the whole day and by time we finally made it out we were exhausted. We grabbed some shawarmas to go from the same restaurant as the night before and headed 1.5 hours south to the next stop, Wadi Rum.

Wadi Rum

Wadi Rum is a protected desert located in South Jordan. It features dramatic sandstone mountains and it is full of prehistoric inscriptions and carvings. The desert is inhabited by Bedouins, a grouping of Arab nomadic people. We decided to include Wadi Rum in our Jordan Egypt Tour Guide in order to experience the culture of the Bedouins.

Accommodations

We made reservations to stay with Obeid’s Bedouin Life Camp in the heart of Wadi Rum. The camp is family run and known for their immense hospitality.

One of the sons came and picked us up from the visitors center right outside the desert. He had a pick up truck with cushioned seating in the back so we got to enjoy the 20 minute ride to the camp convertible, Wadi Rum style!

The camp is simple, you get one room and a bed. There are community bathrooms and a shower. There is one main common room with a fireplace where they brew tea and make food. We spent a decent amount of time in this space just talking to the Bedouin family and drinking tea.

Here’s a link to book your stay with the Obeid’s Bedouin Life Camp –> Obeid’s Bedouin Life Camp 

Food

You have the option to pay for dinner and breakfast through the camp so we did both options. They cooked a full Jordanian dinner in an oven in the ground called a taboon and it was incredible, I mean so delicious!! This meal is considered a delicacy in this area so it is a must do! This is a huge highlight of our Jordan Egypt Travel Guide! Writing this portion of the blog seriously makes my mouth water.

Jeep Tours

The camp has 3 different kinds of jeep tours and it goes by hours. The first night we did the 2 hour jeep tour around the desert. The jeep tours are actually in pick up trucks with cushioned seating in the back. Even better!

The next day we did the 4 hour jeep tour and they took us to different spots. We could’ve done without the 2 hour tour the first night just because we were so exhausted, we had already climbed miles earlier in the day at Petra but it was still amazing. If you are looking for a more relaxing night you could remove the 2 hour jeep tour from the Jordan Egypt Travel Guide. Definitely do the 4 hour tour, it’s the best one! We learned about ancient scriptures, went sand boarding, and saw an incredible sunset. One of the best parts is exploring the desert from the back of the truck!

Sunrise Camel Ride

We set up a camel ride through the camp and it was absolutely amazing! Top favorite of the whole Jordan Egypt Travel Guide. The camel owner walked his camels from another town that’s an hour away so he really put in the effort to come early.

So waking up at 5:00 am after a very long day of hiking and traveling was not easy but we managed and it was so worth it. The camel ride set out at 5:30 am from the campsite and into the desert. It’s such a surreal feeling because you are alone in the desert, fully emerged in the culture, overlooking one of earth’s most stunning views, sunrise. So if you get the chance definitely do this.

As a side note the animals were treated extremely well. You could tell the owner really loved his camels so that was a huge plus to experience.

Breakfast

While we were gone the camp prepared breakfast and tea for our return. After the ride was over the camel owner came into the camp and joined us for tea and breakfast. Most people know each other and even if they don’t everyone is so hospitable that walking into someone else’s camp for tea and a bite is completely welcomed. How awesome is that!?

After breakfast they drove us back to our car and then we drove off to the airport for our flight to Egypt!

Jordan Egypt Travel Guide – The Country of Egypt

Egypt emerged as one of the world’s first states in the tenth millennium BC. Some of the earliest developments of government, religion, agriculture, and writing began here. Absolutely amazing! Egypt was a leading factor in how our world is today. This is why Egypt must be on your bucket list. The history of Egypt is what drew us to include it in our Jordan Egypt Travel Guide!

Is Egypt Safe to Travel to?

The biggest question I received when I told people I was traveling to Egypt was, “Is it safe to travel there?”. Egypt has some of the most amazing history and archaeological sites in the world. Unfortunately, Egypt is going through some hardships and is not safe in some areas. This Jordan Egypt Travel Guide only focuses on Cairo and Luxor which are both safe to travel to according to the UK government website which you can find –> UK government.

Please do not let the red areas on the map dissuade you from going but only look further into so that you can be well prepared and safe during your travels. The world is constantly changing and may be different from when we traveled to Egypt, so please make sure to check multiple sources before you leave on your trip. Here is another source to check before you book your vacation to Egypt –> US Embassy Egypt latest news.

Egypt Flight Schedule

• Day 5: Flight Amman to Luxor (1 hour layover in Cairo)
• Airline: Egypt Air
• Price: $200/person
• Day 7: Luxor to Cairo
• Airline: Egypt Air
• Price: $70/person
• Day 8: Cairo to Detroit
• Airline: Lufthansa
• Price: $900 (cost includes flight to Joran and flight back home)

Luxor

Luxor is located on the East Bank of the Nile River in Southern Egypt and it is the site of the ancient city, Thebes, which was the pharaoh’s capital during 16th-11th centuries B.C. It is described as “the world’s greatest open-air museum”. The Karnak and Luxor temples lie in the midst of the city and across from the Nile river lays the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens.

Accommodations

If you are going to Luxor you MUST stay at Villa Kaslan. It is the most beautiful place we stayed at the whole trip. The complex includes three apartments and the owners live on the main floor. The middle and top floors are up for booking. The owners, Yvonne and Abdul, are what really make this place so special. Both Yvonne and Abdul were so helpful with making plans, scheduling taxis, and helping us get to and from the airport.

The apartment had two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large living room and kitchen area, and not to mention the most beautiful deck overlooking the pool. I cannot emphasize enough how beautiful this place is. The room also comes with a butler and cook. The meals did come at an extra cost but it was extremely cheap. The food is to die for so get a majority of your meals here! This whole place was only $22 a night! So of course we had to stay here for two nights, you just can’t beat it! I want to go back!!

Like I said you gotta stay here! Here’s the link –> Villa Kaslan Apartments 

How to Get Around in Luxor

The best way to see Luxor is get a taxi driver who will take you all around the city to the best spots. This will cost you a couple dollars for multiple hours! Gotta love the prices in Egypt! Yvonne and Abdul have their own taxi driver so they arranged for him to pick us up in the morning. He took us to the ticket stand so we could buy tickets for each site we wanted to see. The taxi driver waited at each spot for us until we were ready to move on to the next.

What to See in Luxor

The attractions are split up by the Nile river. A number of attractions  are on the West Side while the Karnak and Luxor temples are on the East side. I recommend doing West side the first day because you have the most time and the East side the second day. You can see the list of all the attractions and prices below. Our favorites were the Karnak and Luxor temples along with the Ramesseum, Temple of Medinet Habu, and Valley of the Kings. If you are still having a hard time deciding make sure to talk to Yvonne and Abdul, the owners of the Air B&B, they have plenty of information and paperwork to help you out.

West Bank

• Memnon Colossi – Two large statues that are on the way to the ticket stand. Not to mention this is free to see.
• Ramesseum – Amazing – One of our favorites because you get to see archaeologists working in this area and you get to roam around freely. I believe Ramesseum is one of the reasons people call Luxor an “open-air museum”.
• Temple of Medinet Habu – So much history to see here! Get here earlier in the morning because it was packed with field trips by 11AM when we went.
• Valley of the Kings – Incredible to see! Just note a supposed “guide” typically walks into the tombs with you and then asks for a tip when you are done. It is not mandatory to give the guide a tip. This is common in the tourist parts of Egypt
• Valley of the Queens – Contains the tombs of Queens, Prices, Princesses, and those of the court.
• Deir el Bahri – Stunning building from far away. Not too much to see when you actually enter the building compared to the other attractions.
• Tombs of the Nobles – Tombs of doctors and wesirs.
• Deir El Medina – Workers village of the artists who worked in the Valley of the Kings. I thought the other attractions had more to see.

East Bank

• Karnak Temple – This was by far our favorite. It’s massive and full of ancient history. It is one of the main spots in Luxor so it will be packed.
• Luxor Museum – Many of the tombs and mummies were taken here.
• Luxor Temple – We went at night when the temple was lit up and it was magical!

Food in Luxor

Egyptian food is similar to the food in Jordan but it is definitely a mix between Arabic and African food. If you’re looking for a good Egyptian meal check out the restaurant Africa. It’s a nice restaurant on a rooftop over looking the Nile River and it is delicious!

Flight to Cairo

After two packed days in Luxor, Yvonne and Abdul arranged a taxi for us to get to the airport. Off to Cairo for our last city!

Cairo/Giza

Cairo is Egypt’s capital located on the Nile River. Cairo is home to the large Egyptian museum which holds royal mummies and King Tutankhamun artifacts. Nearby is the city of Giza which is known for the Pyramids and Sphinx.

Accommodations

We landed in Cairo in the afternoon and got a taxi from the airport to our Hotel in Giza for about $40. The ride was about 45 minutes in rush hour traffic. We stayed at the Great Pyramid Inn, which was right across the street from the pyramids and wow that is a view! The hotel was great, very clean and in the best location. They also had a roof top with a restaurant facing the pyramids. At night you could make reservations for the patio to watch the pyramid light show. I definitely recommend the the Great Pyramid Inn!

Here’s a link to book your stay with the Great Pyramid Inn –> Great Pyramid Inn

Food in Cairo

We got all of our meals at the restaurant at our hotel. The food and service was very good. We also stopped at the cafe right down the road from our hotel to grab a coffee and snack. They have a great view of the pyramids for sunset. My favorite sunset yet!

Great Pyramids of Giza – Tickets and Entrance

You can purchase tickets to go inside right at the entrance booth. Buy your tickets early in the morning so you can secure a spot since they only let a number of people in. One of the managers from the hotel came with us and helped us purchase the tickets and get through the entrance. Even with his help getting into the pyramids was very overwhelming for us. We went in at 1PM and at the same time hundreds of kids were pouring in from field trips. They have metal detectors but they basically shoved us all through the entrance. That part can be a little hectic just be mentally prepared and you will be fine.

Great Pyramids of Giza –  Tour Guide Dilemma

We absolutely loved our time in Egypt but it is not the most calm place. We wanted to include our story of entering the Pyramids in our Jordan and Egypt Tour Guide so it could help paint a picture and prepare you for what you will encounter. This is not to defer you from going but only to let you mentally prepare before making the adventure. Like I said it was definitely worth it!

Within one minute of entering multiple people came up to us either begging for money or asking to be our tour guide. We ignored all but one guide who claimed to be employed by the government. He had a badge and an official uniform. He said his job was to ensure tourists get a good experience at the pyramids and refused to take any money from tourists. Faris and I typically aren’t fans of having a tour guide because we do so much research before hand and it can restrict what you really want to do. In the end we gave in because the area can be overwhelming.

Long story short he brought us to his friends to take a camel ride and honestly we just didn’t want to. It turned into an argument and we felt really pressured and wound up going on the camel ride. Before he left we got a closer look at his badge and it wasn’t him and he begged us for money. It was aggravating but in the end we actually enjoyed the camel ride and the views from afar. It’s almost impossible to avoid being scammed at this area. My advice just say no and keep calm. If this makes you nervous look into booking an experienced travel guide with many reviews before hand so you can avoid these types of situations all together.

Great Pyramids of Giza – Overall Experience

So after we finished our camel ride we were able to explore the pyramids on our own and it was remarkable. The pyramids are just unbelievable. There was about 1 minute where Faris and I just stared and soaked it all in. The initial hassles we were way forgotten by this point.

The area is huge so even though it is packed with people and animals there was still plenty of room. Most people crowd around the pyramids, we actually really enjoyed the pyramids  from a distance on the sandy dunes. We made sure to catch golden hour in front of the Sphinx to end our incredible trip to Jordan and Egypt.

Jordan Egypt Travel Guide Conclusion

After the pyramids we packed up our bags and caught a taxi to the airport to fly back to Detroit, MI. Hands down one of our favorite trips. Our Jordan/Egypt and our Iceland trip tie for the number one spot, I just can’t choose one! Check out our Iceland Itinerary guide if you’re looking for another exciting getaway –> Ultimate 7 Day Iceland Road Trip Itinerary. Both Faris and I love a trip packed with culture. It makes the experience so much better because you get to learn about other people and places. Not to mention trying new foods. The Mediterranean food pushed Jordan and Egypt to the number one spot. It’s SO GOOD!!

Hopefully this blog helps you plan your Jordan Egypt Travel Guide! Please leave a comment if you enjoyed our Jordan Egypt Travel Guide, have a question, or any other suggestions to help your fellow travelers. Stay tuned for future blogs: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go – Jordan and Egypt and a Packing Guide – Jordan and Egypt.

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