Tours and Trips in Middle East and Africa

On this private tour visit the plateau of Giza and feel the majesty of the Sphinx and the pyramids, view the mosques of Al Azhar and Al Hussein as well as the Hanging Church, before going into the Bazaar of Khan El Khalili.

With tombs and temples carved into high sandstone cliffs, Petra is Jordan's most iconic destination, and the entire ancient complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Petra with a private guide on a full-day trip from Amman that includes entrance fees and round trip transport from your hotel or the airport.

Step back to Crusader times on a private round-trip to Karak and Shobak castle from Amman. Travel along roads tracing the ancient Kings Highway route, and visit the 12th-century castles, built by the Crusaders to defend against Saladin's forces. Explore the ruined halls, parapets, and tunnels, and take in sweeping views from the hilltop towers. Your tour includes private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off, with entrance fees and local guides excluded.

Get beyond the Cairo sights on a full-day, private tour to Al-Fayoum that explores nature, history and wildlife in an ancient oasis. Visit the salty, scenic Lake Qarun, then explore the collection of Roman-era mummy portraits and statues in the Fayoum museum. Discover a series of waterfalls in the heart of the desert at Wadi El-Rayan, set sail on a traditional Egyptian felucca, and dine at a local restaurant before returning to the city.

Explore ancient Umm Qais in north Jordan on this private day trip from the Dead Sea. Visit the hillside site for a guided tour of what remains of the Roman city of Gadara. Admire the Basilica terrace, basalt-rock West Theatre, and streets, temples, and monuments. Plus, explore the museum and absorb the views to the Sea of Galilee and Golan Heights. Includes site and museum admission, and private, air-conditioned transport from your Dead Sea hotel.

Experience the extraordinary beauty of Wadi Rum by 4x4 on this private full-day trip from Amman. Travel by private, air-conditioned minivan to the protected desert valley and tour its spectacular beauty spots by 4x4. Trundle through narrow gorges and desert plains past crimson dunes, natural rock bridges and towers; and view ancient inscriptions and Lawrence's Spring, a hidden oasis made famous by TE Lawrence, also known as 'Lawrence of Arabia.' Upgrade to include a camel ride, and during your explorations, visit a Bedouin tent to enjoy a refreshing mint tea.

Visit south Jordan's must-sees of Wadi Rum and Petra in one day on a private 8-hour trip from Aqaba. Experience the red-and-pink cliffs and canyons of the Wadi Rum desert valley on a 2-hour 4x4 tour. Then, enjoy a guided tour of Petra's highlights, including the Siq, Treasury, amphitheater, and royal tombs. Your experience includes private round-trip transport, and tours and admission to both sites, including the option of riding horseback in Petra.

With historic sites, a scenic coastline, and a celebrated modern library, Alexandria is an ancient cultural center and a fascinating day trip from Cairo. Get a personalized introduction to Egypt's second-largest city on a full-day, private tour from Cairo that includes round-trip transport, all entrance fees, and a seafood lunch.

Maximise your time in Marrakech with a private full-day tour tailor-made for you. Soak up the atmosphere of Djemaa el-Fna square, explore the maze-like souks, and visit attractions such as Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, the Menara gardens, and the Saadian Tombs. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Walk the atmospheric streets of Jerusalem's Old City, then visit Bethlehem's most important sites with a full-day, private tour from Jerusalem. Customize your morning walking tour to your interests, and hear stories about Jerusalem's diverse communities as you explore each of the city's four historic quarters. Enjoy a mid-day break to have lunch on your own, then travel to Bethlehem in a pre-booked car. Meet your Palestinian-Christian guide and discover the biblical shepherds' field, Solomon's Pools and the 4th-century Church of the Nativity before returning to Jerusalem.

Discover Egypt's most iconic antiquities on a private, full-day tour to the Giza pyramids, an ancient city and an eerie necropolis with transfers and lunch included. Leave from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and explore the Giza Plateau with your Egyptologist guide; get up-close to the mysterious sphinx, and take in a row of three famous pyramids. Visit Chephren's valley temple then travel to the ancient city of Memphis, a one-time capital of lower Egypt. See depictions of millennia-old gods and priests, an alabaster sphinx and the sprawling complex built to house the dead.

Travel to the otherworldly landscape of Wadi Rum from Amman on a full-day, private tour that includes a 4WD desert tour with a Bedouin guide. Without a personal car and driver, the trip from Amman to Wadi Rum can mean a long, uncomfortable bus ride; enjoy the flexibility to stop for coffee, stretch your legs, and enjoy the view as you make the scenic drive in a private, climate-controlled vehicle.

Organizing your own Petra and Wadi Rum day trip while in Amman can mean spending hard-earned vacation time arranging a driver. This private tour eliminates this hassle while giving you valuable flexibility. Journey to Petra by private vehicle, and opt to tour the rose-red city with a local guide (own expense) or alone. Next, continue to Wadi Rum for an optional 4x4 tour and dinner at this UNESCO-listed desert wilderness.

Hit the hottest shops in Doha without the hassle of lugging heavy bags or parking on this full-day private shopping tour. Be chauffeured around three of the city's retail hotspots: the Pearl-Qatar, Lagoona Mall, and Villaggio Mall. Enjoy free time at each to roam the designer boutiques, fashion chains, department stores, and other shops, and break for lunch (own expense). Private transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, and entrance fees included.

Combine visits to Madaba, Mt. Nebo, and the Citadel during this 6-hour private tour from Jordan's Dead Sea region. Travel with a private driver and enjoy a guided tour at each site, St. George Orthodox Church, the Jordan Archaeological Museum, and the Roman Temple of Hercules. This private tour ensures personalized attention from your guides and plenty of time to ask questions. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Visit the Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Valley Temple, and the Egyptian Museum on a full-day, private tour that combines Cairo's most iconic monuments with a remarkable collection of ancient treasures. Exploring the popular sites with a personal guide takes the stress out of navigating Giza's crowds and the vast collection in the Egyptian Museum, two destinations that can be overwhelming for first-time visitors.

See the highlights of Ras Al Khaimah, the northernmost emirate of the UAE, on this full-day tour. Known for its picturesque Arabian Gulf beaches, the city is also rich in cultural and archeological treasures. Drive through a nature preserve, visit an abandoned fishing village, see the yachts at Al Hamra Marina, visit a traditional souk for some shopping, and much more. This exclusive tour is led by a private guide and pickup and drop-off at Ras Al Khaimah hotels is included.

Combine southern Jordan's greatest natural wonder with a dose of adventure on this private 8-hour trip to Wadi Rum from the Dead Sea. Ride a 4x4 with a Bedouin driver around the UNESCO-listed desert valley, seeing rock formations, canyons, dunes, ancient inscriptions, and more. Upgrade to add a 30-minute camel ride to explore in time-honored Bedouin style. Entrance fees, 4x4 tour, and private round-trip transport with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Explore northern Jordan's historical highlights on this private, full-day Jerash, Ajloun, and Umm Qais tour from Amman. Discover the Greco-Roman ruins at Jerash, seeing its Oval Colonnade, temples, and more; and delve into 12th-century Ajloun Castle, built by Saladin's forces. Finally, explore the remains of Umm Qais, another Greco-Roman city. Your tour includes private round-trip transportation and Amman hotel pickup and drop-off. Admission fees and local guides at the sites at your own expense.

Explore Ouarzazate's historic kasbah, movie studios, and historic sites on a full-day, private tour that includes pickup and drop-off at your accommodations. Get outside of the city to visit the Oasis Fint for a traditional lunch in a local home, with time to walk through groves of lush palm trees and Berber villages. This 7-hour private tour is priced per-vehicle, and accommodates your group of up to six people.