10‑Day Europe & Middle East Adventure – Under £150 per Night

Day 1: London Arrival & City Highlights

Morning: Arrive at Heathrow and settle into your centrally‑located hotel. Take a leisurely stroll to the iconic Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.

Afternoon: Explore the historic Westminster Abbey before crossing the Thames to the vibrant Southbank for lunch and street performances.

Evening: Dine in a traditional pub near Covent Garden and enjoy a twilight walk along the illuminated London Eye.

Day 2: London to Paris – Classic Capitals

Morning: Board the Eurostar to Paris (≈2 h). Check into a boutique hotel in the 1st arrondissement.

Afternoon: Visit the Eiffel Tower and picnic on the Champ de Mars, then wander the chic streets of Le Marais.

Evening: Savor dinner at a bistro near Notre‑Dame and stroll along the Seine for night‑time photo ops.

Day 3: Paris – Art & Culture

Morning: Head to the Louvre Museum for a quick “highlights” tour of the Mona Lisa and ancient artifacts.

Afternoon: Relax in the gardens of Luxembourg Palace and explore the bohemian cafés of Saint‑Germain‑des‑Prés.

Evening: Catch a cabaret show at the iconic Moulin Rouge for an unforgettable Parisian night.

Day 4: Paris to Rome – Ancient Wonders

Morning: Fly to Rome (≈2 h). Check into a centrally‑located guesthouse near the Pantheon.

Afternoon: Tour the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, imagining the gladiatorial past.

Evening: Enjoy a classic Italian dinner in Trastevere and toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain.

Day 5: Rome – Vatican & Baroque

Morning: Explore the Vatican Museums and the breathtaking Sistine Chapel.

Afternoon: Visit St. Peter’s Basilica and climb to the dome for panoramic city views.

Evening: Stroll through the historic Spanish Steps area and indulge in gelato on Piazza di Spagna.

Day 6: Rome to Athens – Birthplace of Democracy

Morning: Catch a short flight to Athens. Check into a comfortable hotel in the Plaka district.

Afternoon: Wander the ancient Acropolis, admiring the Parthenon and the Temple of Athena Nike.

Evening: Dine on fresh seafood at a rooftop tavern overlooking the Acropolis illuminated at night.

Day 7: Athens to Istanbul – Cross‑Continental Charm

Morning: Fly to Istanbul and settle into a boutique hotel in Sultanahmet.

Afternoon: Visit the majestic Hagia Sophia and the nearby Blue Mosque, marveling at their mosaics and tiles.

Evening: Explore the bustling Grand Bazaar and enjoy a dinner of meze and raki in a traditional lokanta.

Day 8: Istanbul to Dubai – Modern Marvels

Morning: Take a direct flight to Dubai. Check into a modern hotel in Downtown Dubai with views of the skyline.

Afternoon: Ascend the Burj Khalifa for a sky‑deck experience, then wander the luxurious Dubai Mall.

Evening: Watch the dazzling Dubai Fountain show and dine at a restaurant with a view of the Palm Jumeirah.

Day 9: Dubai to Amman – Gateway to Petra

Morning: Fly to Amman, Jordan. Check into a boutique guesthouse near the Roman Amphitheatre.

Afternoon: Explore the ancient Citadel and the vibrant souks of downtown Amman.

Evening: Savor a traditional Jordanian dinner of mansaf and enjoy a night walk along Rainbow Street.

Day 10: Petra & Departure

Morning: Early bus to the world‑famous Petra; hike the Siq to the iconic Treasury.

Afternoon: Continue exploring Petra’s Royal Tombs and the Monastery before returning to Amman.

Evening: Transfer to the airport for your onward flight, carrying memories of ten diverse cultures.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Accommodation (10 nights, avg. £120/night) – 10 days – £1,200
• Eurostar London‑Paris – 2 h – £80
• Flight Paris‑Rome – 2 h – £70
• Flight Rome‑Athens – 2 h – £90
• Flight Athens‑Istanbul – 1.5 h – £80
• Flight Istanbul‑Dubai – 4 h – £120
• Flight Dubai‑Amman – 4 h – £130
• Bus Amman‑Petra – 3 h – £20
• Flight Amman‑Jerusalem (via Tel Aviv) – 2 h – £100
• Flight Jerusalem‑Cairo – 2 h – £150
• Big Ben (view) – 1 h – £0
• Westminster Abbey – 2 h – £25
• London Eye – 1 h – £35
• Eiffel Tower – 2 h – £25
• Louvre Museum – 3 h – £17
• Colosseum – 2 h – £18
• Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel – 3 h – £30
• Acropolis – 2 h – £20
• Hagia Sophia – 1.5 h – £15
• Blue Mosque – 1 h – £0
• Burj Khalifa – 1 h – £40
• Petra Entrance – 5 h – £30
• Pyramids of Giza – 2 h – £20
• Egyptian Museum – 2 h – £15
• Meals (average £30/day) – 10 days – £300
• Total Estimated Cost: £2,662

Tips

To extend the trip, add a full day in Istanbul to explore the Bosphorus cruise and the spice market, or spend an extra night in Dubai for a desert safari. If you need to shorten the itinerary, combine Rome and Athens by flying directly from Rome to Istanbul and skip the day‑trip to Petra, using the saved time for a relaxed departure from Amman.