Tours and Trips in Middle East and Africa

Explore ancient Roman ruins on a half-day, private tour from Amman to Jerash, and travel to the site in the comfort of a private, climate-controlled vehicle. Pre-booking transport saves you the hassle of searching for taxis, and you'll have the freedom to discover Jerash on your own terms by hiring a guide upon arrival or making it an independent day.

Hike your way up Mt. Longonot on a private day trip from Nairobi, and admire the national park' volcanic terrain of bubbling geysers and soaring rift valley cliffs. After your climb to the crater's rim, you'll relax with a lakeside lunch, then hop on a boat for a cruise around Lake Naivasha, looking for hippos and eagles as you go. The full climb and descent takes up to four hours, and a good general standard of fitness is needed.

Visit the Giza pyramids and Sphinx by camel or horse on a private, half-day tour from Cairo, and experience the serene desert setting of Egypt's most iconic monuments. Go face-to-face with the enigmatic sphinx, circle the towering Great Pyramid, and take in sweeping views to Abusir and the Sakkara necropolis. 

A unique blend of cemetery and residential neighborhood, Cairo's City of the Dead is a fascinating place to explore. Visit its shops, tombs, houses, and mausoleums on a 4-hour, private tour for your group of up to 15 people. This guided experience includes round-trip hotel transport, and a trip to the Mosque of Ibn Tulun, one of the oldest mosques in the city.

Explore the Saladin Citadel and a historic mosque on a private, 3-hour tour with an Egyptian lunch at a neighborhood restaurant. Learn about the history and architecture of the sprawling complex as you walk the medieval fortifications with your guide, and enjoy sweeping views of Cairo from the walls. Hear the story of Ottoman commander Mohamed Ali Pasha while visiting the exquisite, domed mosque he built during his controversial reign. Sample traditional Egyptian cuisine at a nearby restaurant before finishing the tour at your hotel.

Visit the ancient city of Pella on a private tour from Amman to explore Greco-Roman ruins, 6,000 years of history, and a fascinating destination that many visitors overlook entirely. Traveling to Pella from Amman with a private car and driver is a hassle-free alternative to finding your own transport that ensures an early start on the day, maximizing your time at the archeological site.

Witness the classical antiquities of Amman and Jerash on this 5-hour private tour. Traveling between the sites by air-conditioned minivan, take guided tours of the sun-burnished ancient ruins of Amman Citadel and see the city's stellar Roman amphitheater, a 6,000-seater stadium from the 2nd century. Then, drive to the spectacular ruins of Jerash, one of the Middle East's best-preserved Roman cities. Stroll around the semi-crumbled temples, fountains, column-ringed Oval Plaza and other relics as your guide tells fascinating stories of the city, once a prosperous outpost of the Roman Empire.

Enjoy a personal experience of the pyramids at Giza on a 4-hour, private tour with an Egyptologist guide. Learn about the kings behind the tombs as you explore the ancient site, and ride a camel through the desert sand that surrounds the structures. Take in the view from the foot of the mysterious Sphinx, see the funerary complex at King Chephren's valley temple, and hear about Egypt's ancient religious traditions. Enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant before returning to your hotel in a private, comfortable van.

Delve into one of Amman's artiest and prettiest districts on a private 4-hour walking tour of Jabal Al-Weidbeh. Stroll leafy streets abuzz with trendy art centers and caf es, and visit several art galleries (own expense) showcasing the city's contemporary art scene. Absorb the creative vibe, and choose to continue to downtown Amman to visit its markets and souks. Upgrade to include an authentic Jordanian lunch at a cozy restaurant. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Enjoy a private hiking tour of Cape Town's 3,558-foot-tall (1,084m) Table Mountain. Choose between two options: ride the rotating cable car atop the mountain for 360-degree views, then spend a couple of hours wandering the plateau's winding paths - passing among reed-like restios and flowering proteas along the way. Or opt for a more strenuous, 5-hour option: a climb up the mountainside, stopping for exquisite ocean views and a picnic lunch. A nature guide will accompany you on both routes, pointing out Table Mountain's flora and fauna - including adorable rock hyrax - en route.

See pyramids, tombs, and art from Egypt's most ancient capital on a full-day, private tour from Cairo to Memphis and Saqqara. Making the trip to Memphis and Saqqara in a private, climate-controlled vehicle ensures a comfortable day of exploring, and with a personal guide, you'll have the flexibility to visit each site at your own pace, without being limited by a group itinerary.

Visit the City of the Dead and the Alabaster Mosque with a private guide on a 4-hour tour that includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel, entrance fees, and transport in a Wi-Fi equipped minivan. Explore an ancient burial ground filled with mausoleums, mosques, and modern homes, then enter the Citadel of Cairo to see an Ottoman-style mosque commissioned by Muhammad Ali Pasha.

Check out Cairo's greatest Islamic monuments on this private half-day tour, accompanied by an Egyptologist guide. Travel into Old Cairo, the city's oldest quarter, and visit the medieval Citadel of Saladin, built by Saladin to stave off the Crusaders. Admire the city views and Mohammad Ali Mosque here before visiting two of Cairo's most magnificent mosques. Behold the 14th-century Sultan Hassan Mosque, one of the world's largest and most extravagant; and visit the Al-Rifai Mosque, a stunning 19th-century sanctuary housing several Egyptian royal tombs. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Enjoy a half-day exploring some of Coptic Cairo's top sites on this remarkable private tour. Follow an expert Egyptologist through ancient ruins, historic landmarks and top attractions. Learn about history and Coptic Christian culture as you wind through the streets and alleys of Old Cairo. You'll visit Abu Serga, where the holy family sought refuge, as well as the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Santa Barbara and more.

Explore the legendary city of Casablanca on a 4-hour, private tour of the city with a personal guide and driver. Walk the narrow streets of the traditional Habbous neighborhood, and see the city's most iconic landmarks. Visit sprawling squares and markets filled with brilliant handicrafts and souvenirs, then stand beside the high gates of the King's Royal Palace. See religious buildings and historic sites, and discover a brand new shopping mall by the picturesque corniche. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour to see the city at your own pace.

See two of Jordan's historical and religious highlights on this half-day private tour from Amman or the Dead Sea. Walk on Mount Nebo, where Moses is said to have seen the Promised Land before he died, and view the ancient mosaics in the hilltop church. Then, visit Madaba to admire its 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land. Your tour includes a choice of Amman or Dead Sea departure, private transport, and admission fees.

See one of the seven wonders of the ancient world on this guided, private, half-day tour. Marvel at the Great Sphinx, a large half-human, half-lion statue, and the Great Pyramid of Giza, the largest of the three pyramids in the Giza pyramid complex. Also, take a ride on a camel for a view of more pyramids along the Giza plateau at the edge of the Sahara Desert. All entrance fees plus lunch and a hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Knock out two popular Cairo day trip destinations with one easy-to-book tour on this visit to Saqqara and Memphis. An Egyptologist guide leads you to each destination and provides unparalleled insight into the attractions, which include an alabaster sphinx, colossal statue of Ramses II, and other sites of archaeological importance.

Egyptian museum and Khan El Khalili

Discover Rainbow Street, the heart of Amman's arts and shopping scene, on a private 4-hour walking tour. Stroll along this lively street in Jabal Amman, passing cafes, arts venues, and galleries. See the Al Pasha Hammam and Rainbow Theater, admire 1920s villas, and take in 'Mango Street' and Malouf Street, known as 'Souk Jara Street.' Sample street food (own expense), and enjoy free time to souvenir-shop and for lunch (own expense). Hotel pickup included.