Arab Spring<\/a><\/strong>, bringing with it great instability in all the Arab countries in the region. And if we add to this unstable climate the fact that in certain areas of Egypt, such as the Sinai Desert, there were and still are (so they say) "terrorist" groups hiding, waiting for the moment to strike, one would be even less inclined to visit this country.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIn this context, global tourism stopped visiting Egypt en masse for many years, and those who did, mostly did so with the "security" of an agency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In Israel, on the other hand, it seems the conflict with Palestine\/Gaza never ends. Every year, missiles fly back and forth, claiming victims on both sides. But if one looks closely, one sees that these incidents generally occur near the Gaza Strip and its surroundings. and far from conventional tourist sites such as Jerusalem and Tel Aviv for example<\/s> (with the surprise attack that took place in Jerusalem in October 2023, nothing is certain anymore).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Visit Egypt, Jordan, and Israel in 2020 and 2025<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhile the stability of 2020 may have been shattered overnight, the reality is that things have calmed down for the time being. Fortunately, a different air is in the air, or at least that's what it seems. Beyond the corona virus<\/strong> which is ravaging the world left and right, protests and violence in Arab countries have slowed down considerably.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFor some years now, we have only heard of 1 or 2 serious attacks a year in Egypt <\/strong>(something that also happens in many European countries). The government is trying to demonstrate the relative calm currently prevailing in order to be chosen again by the thousands of tourists who long to visit these places.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMeanwhile in Israel<\/strong>, with its newly developed anti-missile shield, has been intercepting most of the missiles launched from the Gaza Strip from time to time, thereby reducing the risk of impact on civilian areas and offering greater security to the population.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAn event that raised alarm bells in Israel recently (early 2020) was when Iran threatened retaliation for the US killing of a general in its security forces. But it ultimately came to nothing after a Ukrainian commercial airliner was "inadvertently" shot down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jordan<\/strong> On the other hand, it's a world apart. It has no problems with anyone. It has no internal or external enemies, making traveling around the country very easy and safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>\u00bf<\/strong>Is it safe to visit Egypt, Jordan and Israel in 2025?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThings have changed a lot in recent years. Being such an unstable region in terms of security, it's advisable to take advantage of every moment of peace to travel to this area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Egypt<\/strong> Egypt maintains a good level of overall safety for tourists, especially in major tourist areas like Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. A few months ago, while traveling in Asia, I met many tourists who had recently been to Egypt, and they all told me the same thing: things were quiet there. However, it is recommended to avoid the border areas with Libya and North Sinai due to security risks. It is advisable to stay informed and follow the instructions of local authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\nJordan<\/strong> It is considered a stable and safe country for tourists. Although there is a certain risk due to the regional situation, Jordanian security forces are monitoring the country, and it is common to encounter roadblocks and security deployments at tourist sites. It is advisable to stay informed and follow the recommendations of local authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIsrael is another topic.<\/strong> Following the ceasefire agreements between Israel and Hamas in January 2025, and between Israel and Hezbollah in November 2024, the security situation has improved. The United Kingdom, for example, no longer advises against non-essential travel to Israel, although some areas, such as Gaza, certain parts of the West Bank, and areas near the borders with Syria and Lebanon, remain restricted due to potential risks. But we know the situation can change from one day to the next. Personally, I would try not to go for now, why take the risk? I would wait for the waters to calm down or for a slightly longer truce. In any case, travelers are always advised to remain vigilant, seek information from local media, and follow the instructions of the Israeli authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Tour Egypt, Jordan, and Israel on an organized tour or on your own.<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhat a dilemma, right? A decision we all have to make before organizing a trip of this nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We all know the advantages and disadvantages of choosing one option over another. Safety and convenience are certainly the main selling points when choosing an organized tour. Nothing beats an experienced agency to arrange accommodations, transportation, guides, and the monuments we'll visit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While if we choose to explore these countries on our own, we'll gain freedom of action and save money that we could surely spend on other things, the disadvantage is that we're more exposed to unexpected events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Traveling independently in Egypt, Jordan, and Israel<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nWe chose to do it freely, mainly for those two reasons. I've always liked to plan my trips my way. Everyone is different and likes different things than everyone else. Sometimes you want to spend more or less time somewhere, eat somewhere else, or manage things your way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Although I must admit that there were times when being on our own was quite exhausting in Egypt. The crush of vendors and opportunists made me wish at times for a bit of peace and quiet with a tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The best example of what I mean was experienced just when we were happy and content to visit the wonder of Egypt, the Pyramids of Giza<\/strong>I'll tell you in your respective posts what we had to go through to get there safely, but I can tell you that if we had been in a group, the experience would surely have been different.<\/p>\n\n\n\nEgypt, Jordan and Israel itinerary on your own<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Transfers<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nTransfers can be another factor to consider when choosing one option over another. For example, getting around a city, especially in Egypt, requires haggling endlessly with taxi drivers to get a "decent" price. However, on a tour that takes you everywhere comfortably on a bus, you forget about it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For long journeys, a tour can make it easier to travel between Alexandria, Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan, whether traveling by plane, train, bus, or cruise (Luxor-Aswan). It's up to you to decide which option best fits your budget and schedule. If you're taking a cruise (which we didn't), you can sometimes get better prices through an agency than booking directly from there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ultimately, everyone can tailor their trip to their liking. Several travelers we met were exploring Jordan and Israel (which are smaller, tourist-friendly countries) on their own and booking a tour to chaotic Egypt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
My contribution in this age of digital information will be to share our experience traveling independently in these territories. In the articles I write about each place, I'll tell you what you can visit, how much they cost, and what options there are for getting around on short and long journeys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Egypt, Jordan and Israel Itinerary<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWell, after all that introduction, let's get to the important stuff, the itinerary we followed in Egypt, Jordan and Israel.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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