The following hotel list is preliminary and subject to change. Although we contract our hotels a year in advance, unforeseen situations do occasionally occur. Should it be necessary to change a hotel, one of equal quality and value will be substituted. You will receive verified hotel information with your final itinerary. Please note that hotel ratings are based on the Hotel and Travel Index (www.hotelandtravelindex.com), a leading travel industry authority on hotels throughout the world.

Note: Your stay in Alexandria at the Renaissance Alexandria Hotel may be replaced with the comparable Maritim Jolie Ville Hotel  for the November 9 departure date.

Amman Marriott Hotel

Amman, Jordan  

The Moderate Deluxe Amman Marriott Hotel is a city center hotel that is close to the city's many tourist attractions, just steps away from the allure of this modern yet ancient city, with area attractions such as the Citadel and Jerash only minutes away. Accommodation in Amman does not get better with our rooms that guarantee a good night's sleep. The AmmanMarriott hotel also offers delicious dining options, as well as a health club. Each of the 293 rooms features a safe, mini-bar, individual climate control, hair dryer, and iron, as well as the new bed from Marriott — luxurious down comforters, fluffier feather pillows, spacious rooms with comfortable work area. High-speed Internet access is available with a fee. Guests may also enjoy the hotel's Oasis Health Club, featuring two pools, a fitness center and saunas.

Movenpick Petra Hotel

Petra, Jordan  

The Superior First-Class Movenpick Resort Petra is a handsome atrium-style four-story hotel located within a 3-minute walk from the entrance to the historical Petra site. Hotel facilities include room service, two restaurants, bar, room service, business center, currency exchange, laundry/dry cleaning service, gift shop, outdoor pool, game room, and health club. Guest rooms have air conditioning, cable/satellite TV, phone, minibar, in-room safe, and private bathroom.

Martitim Jolie Ville

Alexandria, Egypt  

With its prime location on the famous Corniche coastal road in the center of Alexandria, this luxury hotel affords its guests the perfect combination of sightseeing starting point and Mediterranean sea views. Among the enviable amenities, the hotel has its own private beach, an exclusive wellness facility and panorama rooftop terrace. Alexandria traces its history back almost 2,500 years and world famous sights such as the Library of Alexandria (reopened 2002) and many of the city's impressive museums are easily reached from the hotel. Golfers wanting to take advantage of the year round good weather will find the 18 holes at the Alexandria Sporting Club well worth the 20 kilometre trip. The club is one of the country's oldest and its links a genuine oasis.

The 116 completely renovated guest rooms & 42 suites feature new bedding standards, high speed internet access, 24-hour room service and daily housekeeping.

Sofitel El-Gezirah Hotel & Towers

Cairo, Egypt  

Fully refurbished in 2007, the contemporary interior design of the Deluxe Sofitel El-Gezirah Hotel combines exquisite style and elegant refinement with the convenience of several restaurants, bars, spa, casino and all the latest amenities — the unique French flair and personalized service add a special touch of luxury.

All 433 rooms (including 36 club rooms, 35 junior suites, 10 deluxe suites, 5 royal suites) offer panoramic views of the Nile, a private balcony, double glazing windows, wireless Internet connection, LCD cable television and 2 direct telephone lines.

The David Citadel Hotel

Jerusalem, Israel  

Overlooking the domes, steeples and towers of the ancient walled city of Jerusalem spread out like a masterpiece, the David Citadel is the newest and most luxurious one among Jerusalem hotels and Israel Hotels.

Located in Western Jerusalem on the prestigious King David Street, the Jerusalem hotel faces the historic “David Citadel and Tower” and the ancient walls of the Old City