Tours and Trips in Middle East and Africa

Discover Morocco's extraordinary artists and artisans on a private, 3.5-hour medina shopping tour in Marrakech. Navigate winding alleys where potters, painters and leather workers shape the city's most distinctive handicrafts; shop for carpets, clothing and beautifully-worked jewelry. Plan the perfect route with your personal guide, learn the art of haggling in Arabic and get exclusive discounts at some of the city's most intriguing shops, then toast your success over a glass of Moroccan mint tea.

Experience the High Atlas Mountains, terraced valleys, Takerkoust Lake, and the Agafay Desert on a full-day, private tour from Marrakech for up to 6 people. Customize the day to your interests while getting a personalized overview of the dramatic scenery, Berber villages, and agriculture in central Morocco.

Bike, hike, and sail your way through Hell's Gate National Park on this private guided tour from Nairobi. Keep your eyes out for sightings of animals such as baboons and buffaloes inside the park, and then take the waters of Lake Naivasha to see hippos and birds. This tour also includes a visit to a Maasai community, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a break for lunch at your own expense.

Your private Luxor day trip from Hurghada with stop at Valley of the Kings includes private air-conditioned minivan transport, an expert guide and a whole lot of history and fun. Learn about the archaeological treasures of this famed city and venture into ancient tombs with your own Egyptologist. Make stops at Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple and Temple of Hatshepsut. Then journey into the Nile on a 'felucca' (sail boat), where you'll enjoy lunch on a quiet island. There's no better way to learn about and experience the wonder of Luxor than on this private tour.

See Marrakech highlights on a 4-hour, private tour of the city's medieval streets, Islamic landmarks, and colorful markets. With a personal guide to lead the way, you'll get an insider's glimpse of the Imperial City, and enjoy the flexibility of a private tour. Take in the elaborate gardens at Bahia Palace, Jemaa el-Fnaa, the Koutoubia Mosque and Minaret, and more, including pickup and drop-off at your Marrakech hotel. Both morning and afternoon departures are available.

Explore Israel's stunning landscape and rich heritage on a private, full-day tour from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and the Dead Sea. Take in views of the ancient settlement from the Mount of Olives then enter Jerusalem's Old City walls; slip a folded prayer into the Western Wall, walk Byzantine streets and visit the city's Christian, Armenian, Muslim and Jewish quarters. Navigate the rugged Judean Desert to the salt-encrusted shores of the Dead Sea, take a bath in mineral-rich mud then float on top of the world's deepest hypersaline lake. 

Experience the sights of Hurghada on this 3-hour private tour. Traveling between the sites by air-conditioned vehicle, visit the beautiful Big Mosque, Church of St Mary, and scenic port area. Stop midway for a delicious lunch and finish with free time to haggle for souvenirs in Hurghada's colorful souks. As you explore, enjoy entertaining commentary from your private guide to get a flavor of life and culture in the city.

An independent trip to Jabal Shams - the mountain overlooking Oman's Grand Canyon - isn't recommended for anyone but experienced mountain drivers. This private 4x4 tour from Muscat lets you see this deep canyon without any driving worries. With a driver-guide, focus on the passing scenery, marvel at the vast canyon - officially Wadi Ghul - from the summit, and visit Nizwa Fort and other scenic spots. Plus, entry fees and lunch are included.

The Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III is one of Luxor's most popular attractions, but you can avoid the biggest crowds on this private tour that is exclusively for your party. Led by an Egyptologist guide, you will learn about the temple's history as you explore. Includes pickup and drop-off from your hotel.

Take a Valley of the Kings tour and explore the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut on this 4-hour private trip from Luxor, with your very own Egyptologist guide. Head for the West Bank and discover the hieroglyph-coated chambers of the Valley of the Kings, the mountain-cut tombs of 62 of ancient Egypt's rulers, as you learn about the pharaohs once buried here. Then, visit the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and stop to see the towering Colossi of Memnon as your guide reveals captivating facts about these age-old monuments.

Discover Memphis and Saqqara on a 3-4-hour private tour from Cairo with an Egyptologist guide, and explore some of the country's most iconic pyramids and royal tombs. Walk the perimeter of Saqqara's distinctive step pyramid, which is just one part of the vast necropolis at Memphis.  Learn the stories behind the ancient city, and customize this tour to your own interests; after strolling through tombs and pyramids, you may opt for a trip to the Papyrus Institute to learn the ancient Egyptian art of scroll making.  

View some of Jordan's earliest medieval treasures in one morning on this private tour from the Dead Sea. Visit Mt. Nebo, said to be where Moses saw the Promised Land, and tour the early Christian-era mosaics at its church. In addition, see the 6th-century Mosaic Map at Madaba, and other age-old mosaics at Madaba Archaeological Park.  Private round-trip transport, local guides at the Mosaic Map and Mt. Nebo, and entrance fees included.

Rewind to the time of ancient Rome on a private day trip to Jerash and Umm Qais from Amman. After heading north from Amman in a private, air-conditioned minivan, enjoy a guided tour of the ruins of Jerash. Gaze in awe at the well-preserved remains, including Hadrian's Arch, the Oval Plaza and Hippodrome as you hear tales of the city's golden age. Continue to the Greco-Roman site at Umm Qais to see its basilica terrace, theaters and other relics, and visit the town archaeological museum before returning to Amman.

Leave Marrakech for the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains on a full-day trip from Marrakech to the Ourika Valley and Setti Fatma waterfalls for your private group of up to 15 people. On shopping days, you can visit a traditional market on your way through the scenic landscape of orchards, villages, and farms. Enjoy independent time in Setti Fatma to hike, explore, and enjoy the waterfall, then visit a local restaurant for a Berber-style lunch. This tour includes pickup and drop-off at centrally-located Marrakech hotels.

Enjoy the highlights of Israel in Jerusalem and at the Dead Sea on this full-day tour with your own private guide. Look down on Jerusalem from atop the Mount of Olives, with a view of the Dome of the Rock. Visit Holy Land sites like the Garden of Gethsemane, the Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, to name a few. Then at the Dead Sea, float or swim in the rejuvenating waters for a unique and unforgettable experience. Hotel transport by private vehicle is included.

Explore Amman, Madaba and Mt Nebo in one fascinating 5-hour private trip. With a knowledgeable private driver, travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Madaba to see the Madaba Mosaic Map, a 6th-century church floor mosaic depicting the Holy Land and other regions in rich detail. Then, admire the sweeping views and beautiful church mosaics of Mt Nebo, where Moses is believed to have been shown the Promised Land. Finish with a tour of top Amman attractions including the Citadel and stunning Roman amphitheater, built in the 2nd century AD.

Enjoy the VIP lifestyle on a private yacht cruise off Dubai's coast. Board a glittering yacht with a personal skipper, and cruise on the Persian Gulf alongside Dubai's skyscrapers and islands. Customize your itinerary around your interests, and absorb the rays and views as you sail to the World archipelago, Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al-Arab and other icons as you wish. Choose a 2-, 3- or 4-hour day or evening cruise, enjoy complimentary onboard sodas and mineral water, and opt to try fishing or swim off the boat along the way.

Visit the age-old Temples of Karnak and Luxor Temple on the Nile's East Bank on this 4-hour private tour from Luxor. With your own Egyptologist guide, travel by minivan to Karnak, an awesome collection of temples and halls dating back over 3,000 years. Ogle the giant columns of the Hypostyle Hall, walk the Avenue of the Sphinxes, and see other highlights as you learn their history. Then, head for Luxor Temple to admire its columns, courts and statues; and discover how it was embellished by Tutankhamun and Alexander the Great.

Tour the Luxor Museum with a certified Egyptologist guide on this 2-hour tour in Luxor. Admire the objects that were found in the tomb of Tutankhamun, such as the golden cow's head of goddess Hathor and Tutankhamun's horse carriage and weapons. See the stunning double statue of Sobek, the crocodile god, and king Amenhotep III, as well as several mummies. Learn about the history and archaeology of the area through your guide's informative commentary. All entrance fees and round-trip transportation from Luxor are included.

The next time you come on a private tour of Djemma el Fna, ensure the judicious use of your night by feeling the windy streets of the medina, alongside the historic mosque.  The irresistible atmosphere of Djemma el Fna is further highlighted by the maze of stalls, which after the dark, presents a pleasant environment for exploration.  With the presence of a personal guide that keeps you safe and on track, you can rest assured of a rewarding night venture, including rich tastes of indigenous and international foods, good music, and great dances that you do not get before sunset.