Tours and Trips in Middle East and Africa

Get a personal introduction to Cairo's most remarkable Islamic sites on a full-day, private walking tour of the Old City's mosques, historic streets and madrasas with lunch at a local restaurant. Explore over 1,000 years of Cairo history in the UNESCO-listed district, where ancient fortifications shelter a maze of narrow streets. Follow your guide to discover Old City Cairo's highlights and hidden gems, with plenty of time to visit the places that interest you most.

Uncover the enchanting mystery of Marrakesh's souks and sights on a private 5-hour tour of Morocco's vibrant capital city. With a knowledgeable guide, visit magnificent Moorish landmarks like the Medersa ben Youssef, and marvel at the opulent decor of the Bahia Palace. Pleasure your palate with a delicious Moroccan lunch; explore the picturesque Jewish Quarter of the city; and absorb the effervescent atmosphere of the UNESCO-listed Jemaa el Fna Square, replete with snake charmers and enticing food stalls.

Combine two very different, but quintessentially South African, experiences on a single private tour: cage diving and wine tasting. Descend into the shark's natural habitat in a steel cage to see great whites in action off the boat near Dyer Island, then shower up and move on to a lunch (own expense) and wine tasting experience in Bot River. This private tour ensures the ability to travel at your own pace and personalized attention from your guide.

High on the must-see lists of most visitors to South Africa is the Garden Route, and with good reason: you can't help but be seduced by the glorious natural beauty. The distance from Cape Town  to Storms River in the east is just over 450km, yet the range of topography, vegetation, wildlife and outdoor activities is remarkable. 5 days and 4 Night having a piece of mind in Cape Town.  The coast is dotted with excellent beaches, while inland you'll find picturesque lagoons and lakes, rolling hills and eventually the mountains of the Outeniqua and Tsitsikamma ranges that divide the verdant Garden Route from the arid Little Karoo.

Already seen the pyramids and want to delve deeper into Cairo? Discover some of the Egyptian capital's other famous and lesser-known sights on a private tour with an Egyptologist guide. Your trip starts at the Egyptian Museum, the world's largest repository of age-old Egyptian artifacts. See Tutankhamun's treasures, including his death mask, and view other highlights such as ancient mummified animals. Visit the Citadel of Saladin to admire the Mohammed Ali Pasha mosque, and stroll around Coptic Cairo, seeing the 3rd-century Hanging Church and other fabled religious monuments and sites.

During your next layover in Cairo, skip the long wait in the airport and visit Egypt's top attractions. Hit up downtown locations like the Egyptian Museum and Tahrir Square, and tick off the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx - with plenty of time to catch your next flight. Tours include a personalized pickup with signboard at arrivals, and comfortable transfers between locations in an air-conditioned private vehicle.

Visiting the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx is a highlight of exploring Cairo, but the aggressive tactics of local guides and touts can make it a stressful place to arrive on your own. Explore the ancient site hassle-free on a half-day, private tour that includes a camel ride, and enjoy the convenience of round-trip transport from your hotel in Cairo or Giza.

Experience Jerusalem's ancient streets and historic sights on a 2-day, guided walking tour that takes in the best of the Old and New City. Navigate the narrow lanes of the Old City's four quarters, traditionally home to Muslims, Armenians, Christians and Jews; climb the Temple Mount to stand beside the Western Wall, and step beneath the soaring dome of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Take time to discover the city on your own then rejoin the group to explore the diverse communities that lie outside the Old City walls.

Soak up highlights of Cairo, ancient and modern, with none of the haggling, on this private door-to-door tour. First, see the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx, and enjoy a 30-minute camel adventure. After lunch, ascend the 614-foot (187-meter) Cairo Tower for panoramic views of the city and the Nile, before your guide introduces you to the majestic artifacts at the Egyptian Museum.

Experience Egypt's rich culture and fascinating history on this all-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, marvel at the Great Pyramids and Sphinx and learn their ancient stories from an informative guide. Admire the tomb of Kagemni and the causeway of Unas at Saqqara. Then, take a desert camel ride in Giza and feast on a delicious lunch.

Escape the chaos of Cairo and venture into the nation's second-largest city on this day trip to Alexandria. Discover the Roman and Greek influence on this top destination and visit the old capital of Egypt with your professional guide. You'll take in stunning views of the Mediterranean sea and capture moments on film to remember a lifetime.

Visit the Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum, and the Hanging Church with a full-day, private history tour of Cairo led by an Egyptologist guide. Learn about ancient history and Egypt's Christian heritage on a trip that includes entrance fees, round-trip hotel transfer, a camel ride, lunch, and transport by air-conditioned minivan with Wi-Fi.

See the most impressive works of the Ancient Egyptians on a full-day tour, visit the Pyramids of Giza. Of course, you'll get to visit the iconic great Sphinx too, and visit the old Egyptian capital Memphis and Dahshur Pyramids. A typical lunch in a local restaurant is included.

Get to know Tangier on this private day-long sightseeing tour, with a personal guide. Head into the walled 'medina' (old quarter) to explore its alleyways and 'kasbah' (fortress), and visit a souk and bakery to sample traditional local breads. Gain insight into the city's heritage on a tour of the new town, and check out sights on the Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts, including the Punic-Roman necropolis, Cape Spartel, and famous Caves of Hercules.

Stray from the traditional tourist trail in Giza on a private full-day tour of the Giza Plateau and the ancient pyramids from Cairo. Alongside a knowledgeable guide, descend to the atmospheric tomb of Hemnu and gaze at the colossal stature of the Great Pyramid of Cheops as you listen to commentary rich with historical information. Gain an alternative perspective of the pyramids as you ride a camel around the Sahara Desert, enjoying excellent views of landmarks like the Sphinx and the Valley Temple. Receive undivided attention from your knowledgeable guide on this private tour.

Gain fascinating insight into the Ancient Egyptian empire on a private full-day tour of Giza, Saqqara and the Egyptian Museum from Cairo. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned car to Saqqara and marvel at the iconic shapes of the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Pyramid of Userkaf. Behold the enigmatic Sphinx at the Valley Temple; browse the fascinating exhibits inside of the iconic Egyptian Museum, home to Tutankhamen's resplendent death mask; and enjoy a typical Egyptian lunch in a local restaurant. Receive personalized attention from your expert guide on this private tour.   

Experience the highlights of the Nile's West and East Banks on this private day trip from Luxor. Admire the soaring columns, halls and sanctuaries of breathtaking Karnak and Luxor Temple on the East Bank. Then, switch your sights to the mountain tombs of the Valley of the Kings, and stunning Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon and Temple of Ramses III on the West Bank. As you explore, hear tales of the pharaohs and peoples who built these masterpieces some 4,000 years ago from your very own, private, informative Egyptologist guide.

Travel at your own pace without risking life and limb in Cairo traffic on this private door-to-door tour. Your personal Egyptologist will guide you through the evolution of Egypt's pyramids, starting at Saqqara, home to the very first pyramid, the Pyramid of Djoser. After a traditional Egyptian lunch, explore the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, then ride a camel through the desert.

Devote your time to Egypt's ancient pyramids on a private 8-hour trip from Giza's Mena House Hotel, with an Egyptologist guide. Stroll around the Giza Plateau to see the pyramids, Sphinx, and Valley Temple up close. After lunch, visit ancient Saqqara to view the Step Pyramid of Zoser, a noble's tomb, and the Unas and Teti pyramids, famous for their early, carved texts. Your tour includes private transport, and Mena House pickup and drop-off.

If you're wondering how to navigate the maze of shops at Khan El Khalili Bazaar,  this full-day tour has you covered. The comprehensive itinerary offers the benefit of a personal guide to accompany you to some of Cairo's hot spots, such as the Egyptian Museum and the Citadel of Salah El-Din. Included round-trip hotel transport, all entrance fees, plus lunch make for a seamless experience.