Day 01: Beijing Arrival
Today, our experienced guide will pick you up from Beijing Capital Airport or Daxing Airport upon your landing. After welcoming you warmly, he or she will send you to the well-selected hotel in downtown by a clean and comfortable private car. You may spend the rest of the day to restore energy from the long flight or have a stroll in the neighbor on our own.
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Central Plaza (4 Stars)
Day 02: Beijing
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Badaling Great Wall
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As the capital city of China, Beijing has many sightseeing attractions famous worldwide. You will spend 3 days to see its highlight spots. Start your first day trip with a leisurely walk on Tiananmen Square, the heart of Beijing and even China. It is the main venue for some important national celebrations and the most solemn flag-rising ceremony of each early morning is also held here. Go forward to the north end of the square and pass through Tiananmen Tower, you will enter the Forbidden City, which is the existing largest and most completed ancient imperial palace complex of the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is also a grand museum which houses a vast storage of cultural relics. Have lunch at a delicate restaurant with an a la carte menu so that you can order your preferred dishes. After lunch, you will go on the tour to the Summer Palace, one of the four most famous gardens in China. With the elegant scenery, peaceful environment and splendid constructions, Summer Palace is an ideal resort for entertainment both in ancient times and nowadays. Our guide will transfer you back to your hotel. (B+L)
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Central Plaza (4 Stars)
Day 03: Beijing
Start your second day trip to the greatest wonder of China, Badaling Great Wall, the most elite section of China Great Wall. Standing on the wall, you will be totally amazed by its splendor and historically military defense purpose. A pair of comfortable shoes is quite necessary for this short but wonderful great wall hiking tour. It will be quite a memorable experience in your lifetime. Have lunch at a featured Sichuan cuisine restaurant. If lucky enough, you will have a chance to appreciate the traditional singing and dancing performances while enjoying the lunch. Later, you will be transferred back to the city area and have a look at the Bird's Nest along the way. Finally, you will be taken to the Temple of Heaven, a sacred place for the ancient emperors to worship the God of Heaven. Nowadays many retried local people like to gather here to do some entertaining activities such as playing chess, teasing birds, playing musical instruments, singing and dancing. You can not only take a visit to the imperial buildings, but also get a close touch of the local people's life there. After that, our guide will escort you back to your hotel. (B+L)
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Central Plaza (4 Stars)
Day 04: Beijing - Casablanca
This day will be left for you to explore some of your interested attractions in the city on your own. You may take a walk in the hutongs to have a glimpse of the lifestyle of the old Beijingers, shop for some featured local products or taste some local snacks in Qianmen, or watch a traditional Peking Opera show in one of the theaters. Later, the guide will transfer you to the airport for you to take the onward flight to Casablanca, the starting point of the successive Morocco tours. (B)
Day 05: Casablanca Arrival
Today upon landing in Casablanca airport, you will see our Morocco representative welcoming you at the arrival hall. He or she will then transfer you to the hotel in downtown area we’ve selected for you attentively. After, you will be free to enjoy the rest time of the day per your preference.
Accommodation: ONOMO Hotel Rabat Terminus (4 stars) or similar
Day 06: Casablanca - Rabat
Good morning! After breakfast, our local guide will pick you up from the hotel and leave for Rabat, and spend a full day sightseeing there. As the capital and one of the four imperial cities of Morocco, it has many world-famous attractions. Firstly, we are going to visit the Royal Palace from the outside, which is a spectacular Arabic construction. Then, proceed to the unfinished Hassan Tower, which is surrounded by many stone columns showing how magnificent this construction project was. Later, visit the Mausoleum of Mohamed V, a typical Islamic building. Thereafter, head to the Oudayas Kasbah, where you can not only appreciate the ancient castle complex, but also enjoy the scenery of the Atlantic Sea. After the escorted sightseeing, the guide will leave some time for you to explore souks in old medina on your own. (B)
Accommodation: ONOMO Hotel Rabat Terminus (4 stars) or similar
Day 07: Rabat - Fez
In the morning, transfer to Fez. En route, we will pass by another imperial city, Meknes, and make a short break. Before arriving at Fez, we will also make a stop to visit the ancient Roman Ruins of Volubilis, a famous UNESCO World Heritage site. There, you will find the ruins of ancient streets, folk houses, public bath and markets, etc. Upon arrival at Fez, check into the hotel and spend a good night. (B)
Accommodation: Barcelo Fes Medina (4 stars) or similar
Day 08: Fez
Fez is also an imperial city of Morocco, so rich in historical relics, too. Here, the old medina will be scheduled as the first scenic spot, where you can observe the locals' daily life and meander through the mazy alleys.
Then, you will be escorted to Attarine Madrasa, an ancient Islamic college; Quaraouiyine Mosque; Moulay Idriss Mausoleum; Souk Nejjarine and the Jewish quarter Mellah, where the bustling scenes of life may fascinate you to stroll along the narrow alleys on your own. (B)
Accommodation: Riad Myra (4 stars) or similar
Day 09: Fez - Erfoud - Merzouga
Please have a big breakfast. After, we will depart for Erfoud to enjoy an exciting Sahara desert safari. In midway, we will firstly pass through the Middle Atlas Mountains, which offers vast picturesque scenery, and then Midelt, a prosperous town.
Upon arrival in Erfoud, the gateway of Sahara Desert, transfer to a 4*4 vehicle to reach the famous Merzouga Desert, where the guide will help you to try camel trekking and sand boarding. Do not miss the beguiling view of sunset on the desert.
At last, drive to Merzouga, check into a local hotel and have a good rest. (B+D)
Accommodation: Boucehdour Luxury Desert Camp (4 stars) or similar
Day 10: Merzouga - Ouarzazate
This morning, the guide will escort you to make an adventurous trip to the Todra Gorge, famous for the red steep cliffs and the clear spring water. You may encounter brave rock climbers in this narrow gorge. Later, make a stopover at the Skoura Oasis for some beautiful photos. Thereafter, we will arrive in Ouarzazate and stay overnight there. (B+D)
Accommodation: Dar Chamaa (4 stars) or similar
Day 11: Ouarzazate - Marrakech
After breakfast, we will leave Ouarzazate for the Red City Marrakech, one of the four imperial cities of the country.
En route, we will pull over to visit the famous UNESCO World Heritage site, Ait Ben Haddou, which is well-known for its unique earthen clay architecture. It is also the shooting site of many films, like “Gladiator”, “Game of Thrones”, and “Mummy”.
Upon arrival, check into the hotel for overnight stay. (B)
Accommodation: Marrakech Riad Azra (4 stars) or similar
Day 12: Marrakech
The full day sightseeing in Marrakech will start from the Koutoubia Mosque built in 1195. It is Marrakech's largest mosque and situated in the city center. Furthermore, it is distinguished from other mosques in that its minarets can give out fragrant smell because of the plentiful spices inside.
Then, visit the El-Bahia Palace with exquisite interior and elegant green gardens outside; Saadian Tombs, a well-preserved royal construction with beautiful wood ceilings and mosaic tiles; and Ben Yousself Medersa, also an Islamic college. After, you will be free to meander around the souks on your own. (B)
Accommodation: Marrakech Riad Azra (4 stars) or similar
Day 13: Marrakech/Casablanca - Cairo
Our service in Morocco will draw to an end today. According to your flight schedule, we will transfer you to the airport in Marrakech or Casablanca and assist you board the flight to Cairo. For your reference, it takes around 15 minutes to drive from the hotel to Menara Airport in Marrakech or 3 hours to Mohammed International Airport in Casablanca.
Arriving at Cairo airport, our local representative will pick you up holding a sign with your names on it and then transfer you to the hotel for check-in. You are free for the rest of the day. (B)
Accommodation: InterContinental Cairo Semiramis (5 stars)
Day 14: Cairo pyramids of Giza, Sakkara & Memphis
During the next 2 days, our elaborately crafted
Egypt tours will help you discover the magical land with one of the four most ancient civilizations in the world and the longest river on this planet.
Today, we'll first visit the Great Pyramids of Giza, including Cheops (Khufu), Chefren (Khafre), and Mykerinus (Menkaure) and the Great Sphinx. Then we will drive to Step Pyramid of Sakkara, which makes you understand the history of pyramid construction more clearly. Finally, we will also visit Memphis, where you will see a 14-meter-long (46 feet) reclining giant statue of Ramesses II and a statue of Sphinx carved from an 80-ton whole rock. Afterwards, you will be sent back to the hotel. (B+L)
Accommodation: InterContinental Cairo Semiramis (5 stars)
Day 15: Cairo city with Egyptian Museum
After breakfast, your guide and the driver will meet you and start the Cairo city tour. Today's first stop is Egyptian Museum including the gold mask of Tutankhamen and Mummy pavilion. Then go to Salah El Din Citadel to visit Mohamed Ali Mosque. Afterwards, head to old Coptic area to visit Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Finally we'll take the traditional felucca to explore the Nile and appreciate the sunset of Cairo. After that, you will be transferred back to the hotel. (B+L)
Accommodation: InterContinental Cairo Semiramis (5 stars)
Day 16: Cairo to Amman by flight, Airport pick up
After breakfast, your driver will pick you up from the hotel and send you to Cairo Airport for a flight to Amman, the capital of Jordan. Our local representative will pick you up with a placard and send you to the hotel. The restful time is free. You can have a rest or stroll around. Amman is the capital of Jordan and time-honored "City of Seven Hills". (B)
Accommodation: Down Town Hotel Apartments - Classic Studio Room (4 stars)
Day 17: Private transfer to Petra with stops in Madaba, Mt. Nebo and Kerak
Your
Jordan tours will officially start today, covering all top attractions in the country from historical treasures to unique landscapes.
Today after breakfast, we will drive along the King Road all the way to the City of Mosaic, Madaba. The most famous is the mosaic map of the Middle East on the ground of St. George's Church, which is the oldest existing map of the Middle East in the world. Mount Nebo, 8km (5 miles) away from Madaba, is one of the holy places in Jordan. The top of Mount Nebo is 817 meters (2,680 feet) above sea level. Standing on the lookout, you can overlook the Jordan Plain and the Jordan River.
Move forward to Kerak Castle and stop at Wadi Mujib to have a short visit and take photos. Kerak Castle was a strategic area during the Crusades. After visiting Kerak Castle, head to Petra and stay overnight there. (B)
Accommodation: Petra Guest House - Superior Mountain Chalet (4 stars)
Day 18: Tour in "Rose-Red City" Petra, Drive back to Amman
This morning, your English-speaking driver will pick you up at the hotel on time after breakfast and head to Petra, the capital of the past Nabataean Kingdom. Petra is called the City of Rose because of its rose-colored soil stone. In the scenic area of Petra, you will be accompanied by an English-speaking local guide for excursion of two to three hours. From the entrance, ride a horse to Siq Canyon. From the narrow canyon we wind our way to Al Khazneh, also the Treasure, which was carved leaning the mountain. Along the main street, you can visit other historic sites like Royal Tombs, ancient Roman Theatre and Qasr al-Bint. Drive for 2.5 hours back to Amman and stay overnight there. (B)
Accommodation: Down Town Hotel Apartments- Classic Studio Room (4 stars)
Day 19: Northern Tour of Ajlun, Jerash and Salt
The 7th day's itinerary starts with a rich and delicious breakfast. After breakfast, your English-speaking driver will pick you up at the hotel on time and drive to Ajlun Castle, a typical Islamic castle. Standing at the highest point of Ajlun Castle, you can overlook the appealing mountains and valleys in northern Jordan.
Then move forward to the Ruins of Roman city of Jerash. The Ruins of Jerash is one of the most well-preserved ancient Roman cities in the world. The elliptic square, colonnaded streets and Nymphaeum show the prosperity of that age. Here you will be accompanied by an English speaking spot guide around two-three hours.
Before back to Amman, you will visit the once capital of Jordan, Salt, during Ottoman Turks era. The town there preserves buildings and ancient architectures on mountains at that time. Then, we'll go back to Amman. (B)
Accommodation: Down Town Hotel Apartments - Classic Studio Room (4 stars)
Day 20: Airport see-off
Today your Egypt and Jordan luxury tours end. Your English-speaking driver will pick you up at the hotel and send you Amman Airport for the return flight. Wish you a happy voyage. (B)
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