Tours and Trips in Middle East and Africa

A full-day driving tour of the Cape Peninsula offers an ideal overview of the area for first time visitors hoping to squeeze the best of must-see natural and cultural attractions into a single day. Join your guide for a narrated tour in the comfort of a private vehicle that takes you to key attractions including Bo-Kaap and the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve.

Experience Egypt by Nile cruise holiday by visiting Cairo to enjoy watching the great pyramids and the Egyptian museum then heading down to Aswan to enjoy the great monuments between Aswan and Luxor.

As beautiful as the beaches of Mauritius are, there is much more to this island than golden-sand shoreline. This hassle-free guided tour offers an easy way to experience the island's diverse natural beauty, learn about Mauritian culture and crafts, and taste local rum. Go wildlife-watching at Black River Gorges National Park, take a guided tour of La Rhumerie de Charamel, and visit a glass blowing factory.

Experience some of Cape Town's most impressive natural wonders up close on this full-day tour. Begin with a gentle 2-hour hike along the upper reaches of Table Mountain's iconic Twelve Apostles, and soak up unparalleled views of Camps Bay and its white-sand beaches. Then stop for a picnic or seaside lunch before shuttling or cycling (depending on option selected) to the pretty beach town of Llandudno for a round-trip afternoon walk along the wild coastal footpath from Sandy Bay to Oude Schip.

Count on a local dive center for a fun-filled two-dive tour in the Beau Vallon region of Mahe island in the Seychelles. With a choice of morning or afternoon departures, you have the freedom to plan the trip when it works for your schedule. Your boat will whisk you to the Baie Ternay Marine Reserve and other dive sites around the island.

Don't take the risk of self-driving the desert. Experience the Sahara and High Atlas with a private guide as you journey from Marrakech to Ouarzazate by way of the Tizi n Tichka pass. Stop at a fortified town, the Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, and admire the red walls that earned it UNESCO World Heritage status. See two former residences of the ruler of Marrakech and enjoy a local restaurant lunch.

For those who don't have a lot of time in Jordan, take this 2-night private tour to visit the country's main attractions. See Mount Nebo, where Moses looked over the Holy Land, the lowest point on earth - the Dead Sea, and the famous Rose City of Petra and its archaeological sites. This is a worry-free trip with all accommodation, transportation, entrance fees, breakfast and guide included.

The ultimate way to see the United Arab Emirates: pay one price and choose from more than 50 exciting attractions and excursions. Mix and match adventures to create your perfect vacation. You'll be delighted at all the fun activities included in the pass, ranging from full day city tours in Dubai and Abu Dhabi to water parks, mangrove kayaking, cruises, safaris, and more.

Marvel at UNESCO World Heritage-listed Roman architecture on this Tyre, Sidon and Maghdouche day trip from Beirut. Explore the town of Tyre with your guide and gain insight into life here under Roman rule. Discover the ancient ruins of Sidon Sea Castle, the Castle of Saint-Louis and the 16th-century Great Mosque in Sidon. After a delicious lunch of Middle Eastern specialities in a traditional Lebanese restaurant, head on to Maghdouche. Here, admire top local attractions including the Old Cave and the Al-Saydeh Ancient Church before returning to Beirut.

A long day trip to Kibale National Park from Kampala is made feasible when you visit with a guide. Head out of the city and through Uganda's countryside - the drive will fly by as you guide points out tea plantations, the Rwenzori Mountains, and more. When you arrive, spend the afternoon tracking chimpanzees, looking out for wildlife, and learning about traditional village life.

Explore some of the most scenic cities in Morocco on this 2-day excursion. Visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, tour the Roman ruins in Volubilis, discover the charms of the Fes medina, and see the ski town of Ifrane on your way back to Marrakech. This tour includes overnight accommodation, meals, comfortable transport, and the services of a private guide.

Extend your visit to Kruger National Park by visiting more nearby scenic areas and leave all the travel planning to the experts. This two days, one night tour takes you to see such sights as Mac-Mac Falls and the Three Rondawels before embarking on an open-vehicle Kruger safari the following day.

Enjoy a fun-packed tour of Ushaka Marine World in Durban on this 3-hour experience, with an informative guide. Enter Africa's biggest marine theme park and enjoy an entertaining and educational visit to the spectacular aquarium, and dolphin and seal stadiums. Explore the Sea World aquarium - designed around five model shipwrecks - to see its vast range of exotic underwater life, and take a seat to watch the incredible dolphin and seal shows. The tour includes round-trip transport from selected Durban and Umhlanga hotels.

Take an exciting private helicopter tour from Cape Town to see two oceans in one 25-minute flight. Fly around iconic Table Mountain to see the Atlantic Ocean on one side of the Cape Peninsula and then continue until you get to the Indian Ocean on the other side. Watch the terrain far below change as you fly, from beaches and rolling hills to rugged cliffs.

Discover the best places in Cairo and Alexandria. Cairo has many historical places you can't miss, such as the pyramids, the Egyptian Museum, Coptic Cairo and Islamic Cairo. Also visit the lovely city of Alexandria, located north of Cairo.

Visit East Africa and forge into the heart of Kenya's finest game parks on this eight-day journey. Visit Kenya's amazing natural sights by day and in the evenings, kick back in the comfort of a well-appointed home stays and Guest Houses and fall asleep to the sounds of nature to its fullest. Watch Kenya's abundant flamingos make Lake Nakuru blush pink; pass herds of animals on the vast plains of the Masai Mara; and sip sundowners on evening game drives.Why This Trip - Stay in a selection of local homes and eco-friendly accommodations across Kenya's unspoilt wilderness without sacrificing the creature comforts of home. - Experience the thrill of sleeping Traditional homes and drift off to sleep to the sounds of the African night. - Spot endangered black and white rhino stopping for a drink in Lake Nakuru NP. - Spend a night in a local Maasai Village - Watch lions prowling the famous Masai Mara on a 4x4 game drive.

Discover the City of David's underground world on this guided, 90-minute walking tour in Jerusalem. See the southwestern cornerstone of the Temple Mount, one of the most important religious sites in the world. Learn about the history of and the artifacts discovered inside this tunnel, created by one of the finest builders in ancient times, Herod the Great.

Experience an unusual safari on the urban streets of Cape Town during this full-day tour. Hop in to a rustic van covered with eye-catching art, which will ferry you around the city to see some of the off-the-beaten-path landmarks and hidden gems known only to the locals. With a savvy guide in the lead, learn much more about the true spirit of Cape Town than you would exploring the typical tourist hot spots on your own. You'll also visit local wineries and craft beer breweries to taste some of the city's best products.

Planning a half-day hike through unfamiliar South African territory may seem daunting, but this guided tour makes it a breeze. Follow a guide on a gentle to moderate trek through forests and fields, across rivers, and through the Tugela Gorge to see the Tugela Falls (summer only). As you walk, listen to commentary on the Royal Natal National Park's flora, fauna, and ecosystem from your guide.

Unforgettable Tour Experience to Caesarea, Haifa, Acre and Rosh HaNikra    Explore the highlights of Israel's northern coast, from the ancient Roman ruins at Caesarea to Haifa's Bahai sites, a crusader fortress, and the Old City of Acre. Combining the historic destinations means you'll follow the beautiful coastline almost to the Lebanese border, and the tour's early start time is designed so you'll visit Caesarea's open-air ruins in the cooler morning hours.. - Visit the UNESCO-listed Baha'i Gardens - See Israel's ancient and modern sides - Walk through the UNESCO-listed Acre Old City - Includes all entrance fees - Pickup and drop-off at hotels in selected cities - Instant Confirmation