Tours and Trips in Middle East and Africa

Want to scuba dive while vacationing in Sharm el-Sheikh but don't have time to get certified? Try this guided, full-day ocean dive into the Egyptian Red Sea. It's not a scuba certification course but it is a quick, easy introduction to the underwater world, under the supervision of a Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) member. Climb aboard on one of Pyramids Diving Center Own  boats and experience a fascinating underwater world. All the necessary diving equipment plus a buffet lunch and soft drinks are provided. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Not far off the coast of Hurghada lie some of the Red Sea's best diving spots, but travelers without certification or equipment can't easily explore them. This diving course along the waters of Giftun Island allows travelers to get their feet wet, granting PADI certification over three to five days of SCUBA theory modules, underwater sessions, and open water dives.

Cruise to Ile aux Cerf during this 6-hour boat trip departing from Trou d'Eau Douce. See the Grand River South East Waterfall and get photo-worthy views of Mauritius' mountain ranges. Lunch, open bar, and round-trip hotel transportation are included.

Although Cape Town is now a modern metropolis, it is impossible to separate this city from its storied past. Learn about the fight for freedom during apartheid, and the injustices that accompanied that journey, on this private 8-hour tour of District Six and Gugulethu  - the neighborhoods at the epicenter of the fight. This 8-hour tour includes all entrance fees and activities as per itinerary.

Cross all the highlights of the Panorama Route off your must-see list with this comprehensive tour from Hazyview. Stops include Lisbon Falls, Berlin Falls, Bourke's Luck Potholes, the Three Rondawels, Wonderview, God's Window, and River Canyon. As you travel, learn about the history, flora, and fauna of the region through in-depth guided commentary. Entrance fees and hotel pickup/drop-off included.

Experience Palm Sunday in Jerusalem on a day trip from Tel Aviv, and join the holiday mass at Bethpage and a traditional procession along the Via Dolorosa. Follow in Jesus' legendary footsteps alongside visitors from around the world, hear cries of 'hosanna' as you pass the Chapel of Ascension and watch the celebration draw to a close at the Church of St. Anne. Visit the Garden of Gethsemane and the Pool of Bethesda before returning to Tel Aviv in an air-conditioned coach.

Admire the icons and attractions of modern Dubai as dusk falls on a 5-hour panoramic evening tour, with an expert driver-guide. As Dubai's skyscrapers, malls and hotels illuminate for the night, set off to experience their full, floodlit beauty. See the silhouetted sail shape of the Burj Al-Arab; pass the towering Atlantis The Palm on Palm Jumeirah; marvel at the soaring Burj Khalifa; and ride the illuminated, eco-friendly Dubai Trolley in Downtown Dubai. As you explore, learn all about the ever-changing sights and architecture of Dubai from your informed guide.

Feel the adrenalin rush on an exciting 1.5-hour jetski ride around Palm Jumeirah in Dubai. With your life vest on, get instructions on operating your personal Yamaha jetski, and follow an experienced guide-rider across the waves to the Burj Al Arab and Palm Jumeirah. Swoosh past the Atlantis The Palm and other hotels on the man-made island, and admire the skyscrapers of the Jumeirah Beach Residence and Dubai Marina. On your return ride, pick up speed, carving through the waters against a backdrop of Dubai's skyline and awesome Burj Khalifa.

Experience Palm Sunday in Jerusalem, join a holiday mass at Bethpage Church and follow in Jesus' footsteps in a procession along the Via Dolorosa. Hear cries of 'hosanna' as you walk alongside an international crowd of pilgrims, pass the Church of Ascension and Garden of Gethsemane, then enter Jerusalem's Old City by the ancient Lion's Gate. Slip into the Church of St. Anne and visit the legendary Pool of Bethesda before ending the 6-hour tour at your hotel.  

Visit Petra from the Dead Sea on an excursion that includes Petra admission and a tour led by a local guide. By coordinating transport, Petra tickets, and a tour, you'll save yourself the trouble of making multiple bookings; that's time better spent walking the winding siq, standing at the foot of the towering treasury, or climbing to the royal tombs set into Petra's high cliffs.

Make the most of your time in Jordan on a full-day private trip from Amman to Petra and Wadi Rum that explores two of the country's top highlights. Visit ancient tombs carved into desert cliffs, with the option to experience Petra on your own or hire a local guide. Next, head to Wadi Rum, where you'll see otherworldly rock formations rising straight from desert sand. Enjoy the personal service of a private driver/guide throughout the day, and the flexibility to customize the day to your preferences, from departure time to pacing.

View the Palm Jumeirah and other Dubai landmarks from the water on a RIB (rigid-inflatable boat) cruise. Board an RIB with a skipper, and cruise Dubai's coastline with a camera in hand to enjoy the sights. Speed around the outer edges of the Palm past the Atlantis, The Palm; take in the tower-lined Dubai Marina and Palm Lagoon; and admire the Burj Al Arab. Live onboard commentary and choice of several departure times included.

Feel like you're floating on air in Cape Town thanks to this fun-filled, 30-minute paragliding flight from Signal Hill. Get a bird's eye view of the famous Table Mountain, the coast, and the city of Cape Town below as gracefully glide through the air with a tandem paragliding instructor.

Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this tour of the Giza pyramids. With a dedicated Egyptologist guide, learn about pyramid architecture from Saqqara to Dahshur and Giza. Visit the pyramids and the Great Sphinx in a private van with air-conditioning and WiFi access. Entrance fees, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Giza included.

The Palace of the Shirvanshahs is a 15th-century palace built by the Shirvanshahs and described by UNESCO as "one of the pearls of Azerbaijan's architecture". It is located in the Inner City of Baku, Azerbaijan and, together with the Maiden Tower, forms an ensemble of historic monuments inscribed under the UNESCO World Heritage List of Historical Monuments.

Visit Petra and the Dead Sea with ease from Amman on this full-day tour. Depart from your Amman hotel or port in a private vehicle with a driver-guide and make your way to Petra. In the company of a guide, learn about the ancient city's history and snap photos of its red stones. Continue on to the Dead Sea, where you can float in the salty water.

Cape Town has one of the most scenic drives in the world! Enjoy the breath-taking views as we give you a local's perspective of a conventional tour. Experience a unique version of a Peninsula Tour as we focus on the best kept secrets this route has to offer! When it comes to the Cape, there's so much to see that one day never did it justice...until now. Let us 'locals' show you how to travel the Cape in style.Highlights: Strangers Club, Kalk Bay, Boulders, Chapmans Peak, Hout Bay/Mojo Market.Please note: This tour does not usually include Cape Point. However, entrance into Cape Point can be included upon request. This would be would be at your own cost.

Enjoy a private 2 day trip to Luxor from Marsa Alam where you will visit the Luxor temple, Karnak temple, then check in 5* hotel. Next day pay a visit to Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut temple, Colossi of Memnon then we drive you back to Marsa Alam.

Get out from behind the windows of a tour vehicle on this cycling tour of the Cape Winelands and the Paarl Valley. With a guide in the lead providing directions and navigation, you can focus on the scenery of this famous wine region while pedaling at a leisurely pace. After transfer from Cape Town, cycle out of the town of Paarl into the Paardeberg Mountains, through leafy vineyards, stopping for wine and cheese tastings along the way.

Discover the ancient Nabatean city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a full-day, private trip from Amman. You'll make the 3-hour journey to Petra in the comfort of a private, climate-controlled vehicle, with the option to spend up to four hours exploring, entering the site on a winding path that passes between spectacular cliff walls. The driver can arrange a local guide upon arrival, or you can see Petra on your own before returning to Amman.