Tours and Trips in Middle East and Africa

Skip the big lodges and enjoy an intimate experience at one of Africa's best family-run lodges, a best-kept secret in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve and Greater Kruger National Park. Spot the Big Five on small-group games drives in open-top vehicles and enjoy the convenience of included meals and transfers.

Experience the essence of Oman on a 5-night guided tour from Muscat, with accommodation and transport included. Start with a sightseeing tour of picturesque Muscat before venturing into the Hajar Mountains to discover timeless towns such as Nizwa and Al Hamra. Enjoy an exciting dune bash and overnight desert stay in the Wahiba Sands, and bask in the beauty and natural pools of the country’s idyllic ‘wadis’ (river gorges). Five nights’ accommodation, including a night at the Wahiba desert camp, plus airport transfers and daily breakfast and dinner are included.

Discover old and new Dubai on this day trip from Abu Dhabi. Admire the world-famous Burj Al Arab and Atlantis The Palm, experience bird's-eye views from the Burj Khalifa, the world's highest tower; and watch a Dubai Fountain show. Plus, explore traditional Dubai with visits to the Spice and Gold Souks and Dubai Museum, and a boat trip across Dubai Creek. Your tour includes lunch and central Abu Dhabi hotel pickup and drop-off.

Just north of Manama, Muharraq Island is the historic capital of Bahrain and famous for its UNESCO-listed pearling industry. On this tour, admire architectural landmarks including Shaikh Isa Bin Ali House, Shaikh Ebrahim Centre, and Kurar House; browse the stalls of Muharraq souq; and visit Arad Fort.

Visit Jerash and Ajloun Castle from the Dead Sea on a private tour to two of Jordan's most dramatic historic sites. Combining the two destinations ensures you'll make the most of your time on the road, and you'll follow in the footsteps of ancient Romans and Medieval warriors while exploring the scenic, hilly landscape of northern Jordan.

For Christians, Jews and Muslims alike, Jerusalem is the spiritual center of the world. Take this all-day guided tour to better understand the city's 4,000-year-old history and visit its important sites. See what are widely considered the holiest places in the world: the Western Wall, the holiest of Jewish sites; Temple Mount, one of the most important religious sites in the Old City of Jerusalem; the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, located where Jesus was crucified and buried; and many more. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Combine two stops in one tour on this full-day excursion. First, take a morning drive through the Hajar Mountains to Nizwa. Visit Nizwa Fort, a 17th-century caste with a huge, cylindrical tower which was once used to help defend the city. Then travel to Jabal Shams ("Sun Mountain") where you can see the country's highest mountain loom over Wadi Ghul, Oman's version of the Grand Canyon.

Admire the great Christian, Jewish and Islamic heritage of Cairo. Visit Cairo's most important historic and spiritual sites on this full-day tour from Cairo. Enjoy visiting old mosques, churches, synagogues, city walls and gates. Explore the Alabster and Ibn Tulun mosques, the Hanging church, and more...!- See Old Cairo, the Alabaster Mosque, Salah El Din, Ben Aziz synagogue, and more!- See one of the oldest churches in Egypt - the Hanging Church- Lunch at a local restaurant- Visit the Khan El Khalili bazaar - Private air-conditioned transportation with wifi- Bottled water- Egyptologist

Sail the Nile River in a traditional Egyptian felucca sailboat on an hour-long, morning excursion from Luxor. You'll see the shores of Elephantine Island, lush riverbanks, and Luxor landmarks as you catch the morning breeze, tacking across the gentle current of the Nile River. Pre-booking a sailing trip saves you the hassle of negotiating on the docks, and this felucca tour includes pickup and drop-off at Luxor hotels, as well as light refreshments on the boat.

With limited time in Manama, this private half-day tour will introduce you to both the historic and modern sights of Bahrain. Explore the UNESCO-listed Bahrain Fort and visit the Bahrain Fort Museum, enjoy unforgettable photo opportunities at the Royal Camel Farm; then marvel at the King Fahad Causeway, a spectacular feat of engineering that links Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.

Get a glimpse of life in an Accra slum on a 3-hour small-group walking tour of Old Fadama (Agbogbloshie), a city neighborhood where much of the community is living in extreme poverty. Walk alongside your guide as you learn how locals earn their livings by dismantling or rehabilitating discarded machinery and electronics. Meet Ghanaians who live and work on Accra's geographic and cultural margins, and hear about the ongoing conflict between impoverished residents and the national government.

There are few Cairo experiences more romantic than a dinner cruise aboard the Nile Maxim. Savor a 100% à la carte dinner - including delights such as shrimp - as you watch a belly dancer, a whirling dervish, and live bands from both hemispheres. To secure your place and door-to-door transfers from your hotel, book this convenient package ahead of time.

Visit a traditional community on the banks of the Nile River on a 4-hour Nubian village excursion from Aswan by motorboat. See Soheil Island and the Aswan Dam from the water, then learn about local culture by meeting a Nubian family. This 4-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off at your Aswan hotel, and departures are available throughout the day.

Visit a Nubian community on Sohail Island on a 3-hour, small-group tour from Aswan that includes round-trip transfer from your hotel or cruise ship, a boat ride, and tea in a traditional Nubian house. Travel past Elephantine Island on a felucca sail boat or in a modern motor boat, learn about local culture and history, and enjoy free time to explore Sohail Island on your own. This small-group tour is limited to 15 people for a personalized experience.

Cruise down the world-famous Nile River (and then cruise past a tasty buffet station) during this 2-hour evening boat ride including a show and dinner. Climb aboard your vessel for a cruise down this iconic waterway, enjoying nighttime views of local villages and river islands from the ship's sun deck. Then head below for an open buffet plus a fun-filled show with belly dancing and 'Tanoura' (Egyptian folklore). Your Nile River cruise also covers a guide, entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport from Cairo and Giza.

Spend a day exploring Oman's natural wonders on this full-day excursion.Visit Jebal Shams, which means "Sun Mountain," since it is the highest mountain in Oman. See Wadi Nakhr, Oman's Grand Canyon, and take a short hike or mountain bike ride inside its walls. You'll also have the opportunity to visit local villages and shop for souvenirs along the way.

Explore Dubai past and present on this full-day trip from Ras Al Khaimah. Discover traditional Dubai with a visit to Dubai Museum, boat ride across Dubai Creek, and time to shop at Deira's Spice and Gold Souks. Plus, experience Dubai's modern side, seeing the Burj Al Arab and Atlantis The Palm, visiting the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building; and watching a Dubai Fountain show. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Take a marvelous day trip to Cairo to discover its ancient culture through visiting the world-famous attractions, such as Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Salah El Din and Muhammad Ali Mosque. Private English-speaking guide, licensed driver and 24/7 customer service are all for your worry-free tour!

Explore a Nubian community at the edge of the Nile River on a 3-hour river trip from Aswan to Gharb Soheil that includes hotel pickup and drop-off, traditional drinks in a local home, and a guided tour of the village. Travel by motorboat for a comfortable trip on the Nile, passing Elephantine Island, the First Cataract of the Nile, and ancient landmarks on the East and West Banks of the river. This small-group tour is limited to 15 participants for a personalized experience.

For Christians, Jews and Muslims alike, Jerusalem is the spiritual center of the world. Take this guided all-day tour to better understand the city's 4,000-year-old history and visit its important sites. See what are widely considered the holiest places in the world: the Western Wall, the holiest of Jewish sites; the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, located where Jesus was crucified and buried; and many more. Finish the day with time at Yad Vashem, the Holocaust History Museum in New Jerusalem. Round-trip hotel transport included.