- x Region North Africa / Middle East
North Africa and Middle East Tours
- Felucca on the Nile
- Luxor and the Valley of the Kings
- Casablanca
- Great Pyramids of Giza
- Marrakesh (Morocco)
- Petra (Jordan)
- Wadi Rum (Jordan)
Birthplace of several of the world's great religions and considered by many the cradle of civilization, the Middle East is a loosely defined area of incredible variety and dramatic contrasts. From secular, progressive Turkey to mysterious Yemen, the region's long history is on display at every turn, making the region an archaeologist or historian's dream. For centuries a political and religious hotbed, the Middle East luxhas been fought over since the time of Alexander the Great, and every twist of history has left its unique mark, from the varied, mouth-watering cuisine to architectural wonders second to none.
Iran—Discover Persia (ARIR)
Highlights: Enjoying mountain scenery in West Iran and palace gardens in Tehran, bargaining in bazaars, savouring Persian cuisine, relaxing in classic tea-houses, visiting ancient Persepolis and ...
Follow in pilgrims' footsteps and explore the history of old Persia and the spirit of the new Iran. Discover magnificent mosques, small mountain villages and colourful gardens, and gain deeper insight into this ancient land. Wander the streets of ancient capitals and desert cities and witness spectacular Zoroastrian temples. Your expert CEO will take the hassle out of planning and organizing, leaving you free to uncover the gems of Iran at the best cultural monuments and in the stalls of exotic souks.
Morocco Kasbahs & Desert (DCKD)
Highlights: Wandering ancient medinas, natural gorges and Roman ruins, riding a camel to a desert camp, bargaining in exotic souks.
Perfect for travellers looking for a fast-paced trip, this short but sweet adventure offers up a great combination of Morocco’s must-see highlights and a little free time to explore on your own. Take to a camel to explore the dunes before really experiencing the Sahara on an overnight camping excursion. Explore high-walled kasbahs and wander the labyrinthine alleys of Fez and Marrakech. Discover the history and rugged natural beauty of mysterious Morocco.
Arabian Adventure (DOAA)
Highlights: Camp in remote desert, explore exotic souks and desert forts, 4x4 through spectacular countryside, learn about ancient traditions.
Geographically, Dubai and Oman are neighbours, but in terms of character, they couldn’t be further apart. The former, an oil-rich emirate, is known for its glitzy style and over-the-top architecture, while the latter, a paradisaical sultanate, ranks as one of the region’s most relaxed places. What they have in common, though, is centuries of tradition and ample room for adventure: Ancient spice-trading ports, secluded wadis, busy souks and, homestays and camping amid pristine desert sands that stretch to the horizon and beyond. It’s all here, just waiting.
Highlights of Israel (DOHI)
Highlights: Lunch with a Druze family, boat trip on the Sea of Galilee, walking tour of old Jerusalem, visit to a Palestinian refugee camp.
A spiritual home to Jews, Christians and Muslims alike, Israel occupies a unique place in Middle Eastern history. With sacred sites central to all three of humanity’s major religions—you could spend a lifetime in Israel and never experience all of its wonders. This trip delivers you to the country’s top natural, historical and cultural treasures in style. From the historic seaport of Jaffa to the glittering desert jewel that is Jerusalem, you’ll always begin and end your day in the comfort of a well-appointed hotel. Hey, “adventure” doesn’t always have to mean “roughing it,” right?
Best of Egypt (DPBE)
Highlights: Enjoying dinner with a local family, spending the night on a felucca, exploring ancient temples and monuments, bartering in bazaars.
This journey through Egypt packs in the best of culture and adventure in eight energetic days. Explore the ancient sites along the Nile and discover the most famous of them all, the Great Pyramids of Giza. Embrace the culture and meet remarkable people as you sample some traditional fare with a Nubian family in a local village. Feel the buzz of vibrant bazaars in Aswan and Luxor, but still manage to relax and watch life unfold as you sail the Nile in a traditional felucca.
Egypt & Jordan Adventure (DPJA)
Highlights: Discovering ancient civilizations and architectural wonders, relaxing at the Red Sea, overnight felucca journey with support boat, bargaining in bazaars, camping in a Bedouin tent.
A wide-ranging adventure showcasing the region’s natural wonders and fascinating cultures, offering the perfect combination of guided excursions and free time to explore at your own pace. Our expert local leaders will share with you the archeological and historical secrets of the ancient sites of Petra, Luxor and the Great Pyramids of Giza. Whether it’s haggling in Cairo’s bustling bazaars or snapping a desert sunset, Egypt and Jordan will forever be etched into your memory—like a hieroglyph.
Highlights of Jordan (DWHJ)
Highlights: Exploring ancient cities and crusader castles, relaxing at the Dead Sea, camping overnight in the desert, visit to Petra.
Explore ancient sites and lost cities, overnight in a Bedouin tent and dine with the locals amidst the dramatic desert scenery of Wadi Rum. Take in Petra's fascinating history and marvel at its thrilling beauty—and still have a chance to relax in the therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea. This eight-day trip is ideal for the traveller who is short on time but wants to soak up the colours, culture and history of a country that's small in size but big in adventure.
Atlas Mountain Trek (DCAM)
Highlights: Enjoying spectacular day walks, relaxing at a family gite and savouring home cooked meals, helping with a local village project, wandering ancient medinas and bazaars ...
The Atlas Mountains reward their visitors with a stunning combination of valleys, summits and traditional villages clinging to mountainsides. On this active adventure through one of Morocco's most naturally beautiful regions, you'll experience magnificent views and enjoy meeting local people along the trail. Recount the day’s exploits over home-cooked dinners each night from the comfort of your cozy accommodations. Designed for those of average fitness, the challenging but rewarding hikes are taken at a leisurely pace, allowing plenty of time to catch your breath then the chance to lose it all over again while admiring the stunning views.
Highlights of Morocco (DCHM)
Highlights: Wandering ancient medinas and Roman ruins, camel riding, staying in desert tents and mountain gites, bargaining in exotic souks.
If you want to hit Morocco’s highlights and time’s a little tight, this is your adventure. Wander through kasbahs, spice markets and cities pulsing with energy on this comprehensive trip. Climb onto a camel and explore the edge of the Sahara before admiring the views from the heights of the Atlas Mountains. Experience the energy of imperial cities as you explore souks stuffed with exotic wares. Then take a moment to appreciate this amazing adventure as you camp under the stars among some of the world's biggest sand dunes.
Imperial Morocco (DCIMD)
Highlights: Explore Islamic monuments and Roman ruins with a local expert, visit Mountain villages learning the secrets of Moroccan cooking and culture, uncover ancient medinas and ...
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
The winding streets of Morocco’s ancient medinas are bursting with so many colors and flavors that you’ll be planning a return visit soon after arrival. Under the North African sun, explore the Roman ruins at Volubilis and weave through the shadows of medieval lanes in imperial cities. Travel is comfortable and well paced, allowing you to focus on the energy of this unique land and its people. And, as you explore the region’s treasures, our expert guide will be on hand to offer context and reveal its hidden gems.
Marvellous Morocco (DCMM)
Highlights: Exploring Roman ruins and ancient medinas, enjoying a desert 4x4 excursion, visiting traditional kasbahs, bargaining in exotic souks.
Watch the sun rise above the highest sand dunes in Morocco and journey through fresh cedar forests in the Atlas Mountains. From the bustling souks of imperial cities and meandering lanes of old medinas, travel into the heart of Morocco without forgoing comfort. Get off the beaten path while exploring mudbrick kasbahs and conquer Saharan sand dunes by 4x4. With comfortable accommodation and transport by private air-conditioned van arranged by your CEO, you'll be free to experience Morocco's Roman heritage and Islamic grandeur in style.
Morocco on a Shoestring (DCMO)
Highlights: Staying in a traditional mountain gite, wandering through ancient medinas and local souks, watching a desert sunset, chilling out on the coast.
Rock the kasbah on this jam-packed tour of Morocco’s highlights. From old world medinas and funky coastal towns to the Sahara’s sand dunes and Atlantic beaches, experience the best of enchanting Morocco. While transport and a variety of accommodation are included, the activities are up to you. Enjoy the freedom to roam where you want to!
Israel Explorer (DOIE)
Highlights: Visit a Palestinian refugee camp, explore the biblical towns of Nazareth and Bethlehem, swim in the Dead Sea, gaze across the Negev Desert, stay in ...
Perched at the crossroads of Middle Eastern history for centuries and spiritual home to Jews, Christians and Muslims alike, Israel remains a must-visit destination for anyone eager to understand this dynamic, always-changing region. Explore the historic towns of Bethlehem and Nazareth, tune into the rhythm of daily life in the Golan Heights, visit Bedouin communities in the Negiv desert and experience a soul-stirring visit to a refugee camp. Thousands of incredible moments—one comprehensive trip.
Absolute Egypt (DPAE)
Highlights: Visiting ancient monuments, dining with local families, spending the night on a traditional felucca, camping under desert skies, exploring ancient mud brick towns.
Dig deep and discover the riches of Egypt's geography, culture and, of course, archeology on this epic adventure. Step into a world filled with giant statues, temples and legendary pyramids. Take it easy as you float along the Nile on a traditional felucca or take a dip in Cleopatra's pool. Our CEOs and local experts will share an intriguing combination of the region’s attractions and hidden secrets. Meet the gaze of the Sphinx and get into the spirit of bygone times travelling by donkey to the Valley of the Kings. Encounter another side of Egypt at Siwa Oasis and spend an unforgettable night camping under the stars of the White Desert.
Archeological Wonders of Egypt & Jordan (DPAWD)
Highlights: Visit ancient temples and archeological sites with a local Egyptologist, dig deeper into Jordan's famed historical sites, explore local cultures meeting Nubian and Bedouin people, ...
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
It took archaeologist Howard Carter eight years of sweat and frustration to find the tomb of Tutankhamun. We doubt you’ll have nearly as much trouble. On this unforgettable voyage through the archaeological and natural marvels of the Ancient World, you’ll visit Egyptian temples and pyramids, walk the valleys of Petra, explore the magnificent Wadi Rum via 4x4 while travelling and sleeping in pure comfort. You don’t have to be of royal descent to appreciate the Valley of the Kings, but after 16 days with us, you’ll feel like one.
Cairo to Amman on a Shoestring (DPCA)
Highlights: Climbing Mt Sinai, relaxing at the Red Sea, discovering ancient cities and monuments, camping overnight in a Bedouin tent.
From the Red Sea to the Dead Sea, soak up the sun from Cairo to Jordan as you take in the best beaches, desert wilderness and cultural treasures. Perfect for those short on time but wanting to explore Wadi Rum and the ruins at Petra, this trip keeps costs down with desert camping and chilled-out beach huts. With your accommodation and transportation arranged by our CEOs, you can concentrate on choosing your own adventure—pack your trip with everything you want and nothing you don't. We’ll take care of the hassles, leaving you free to indulge in optional excursions and soak up the vibe of the Middle East.
Dahabeya Delight (DPDD)
Highlights: Relaxing on board a private traditional Dahabeya sailing vessel, exploring ancient temples, enjoying dinner at a local Nubian home, bartering in bazaars.
From the magnificence of Abu Simbel to the might of the Great Pyramids, this tour encompasses the highlights of Egypt. Walk through the Valley of the Kings and feel the rush of awe through your limbs. Then live like a pharaoh yourself with four nights aboard our stately Dahabeya sailing vessel, which allows for exploration of the region’s more remote and lesser-visited temples by way of the Nile. Delight in the smells of markets and explore ancient ruins by day and at night retire to comfortable en suite twin cabins. Experience the best of Egypt in a style truly fit for kings.
Egyptian Archeology Adventure (DPEAD)
Highlights: Explore Egypt with an expert Egyptologist guide, enjoy a traditional Nubian dinner in a local families home, on-site lectures on Egyptian culture, ancient history and ...
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
As you cross the sands into the shadow of the Sphinx, you’re reminded that Egypt is perfect for those that delight in mysteries. Feel the thrill of discovery as you pursue treasures through the halls of the Egyptian Museum and gems of a different sort in the El Khalili bazaar. In Abu Simbel, witness the glory of Ramses II and the modern engineering that saved it from ruin. Then, for a real taste of Egyptian culture, visit a Nubian village and share a traditional dinner with a local family. Embrace your inner archeologist and discover the Land of the Pharaohs. Let’s go!
Ancient Egyptian Secrets (DPESD)
Highlights: Daily on-site lectures with your local Egyptologist/guide, explore some of the most famous archeological sites in the world, learn about Islamic and Christian beliefs in ...
- Trip Style:
- Discovery Adventures
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Feel that familiar pull of adventure returning? There they are—the Great Pyramids of Giza. From Cairo’s ghostly monuments to a seaside paradise on the Red Sea, our expert guides will descend into the pages of history and join in you in the exploration of Egypt’s ancient secrets and its legendary pharaohs. From the grandeur of Abu Simbel and a cruise down the Nile to a dinner with a local Nubian family, the mysteries of Egypt will etch themselves into your memory.
Budget Egypt (DPGE)
Highlights: Enjoying a traditional family meal, exploring ancient temples and monuments, bartering in bazaars, spending the night on a felucca, visit to a Nubian village.
This compact adventure offers maximum Egypt at minimum cost. Stare in amazement at the pyramids and float down the Nile on a felucca. Embrace the culture and meet remarkable people as you dine on traditional fare with a local family in a Nubian village. You'll enjoy basic accommodation and transport to the best sites. Walk through the Valley of Kings or explore Karnak—it's your call. Don't just dream of Egypt, wake up in the Land of the Pharaohs and open your eyes to adventure.
| Trip | Length | Style | Service Level | Starting Price |
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| Iran—Discover Persia (ARIR) | 14 days | Classic | Standard |
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$2199
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| Morocco Kasbahs & Desert (DCKD) | 8 days | Classic | Standard |
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$1149
USD
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| Arabian Adventure (DOAA) | 6 days | Classic | Standard |
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$1599
USD
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| Highlights of Israel (DOHI) | 8 days | Classic | Comfort |
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$2199
USD
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| Best of Egypt (DPBE) | 8 days | Classic | Standard |
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$949
USD
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| Egypt & Jordan Adventure (DPJA) | 17 days | Classic | Standard |
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$2099
USD
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| Highlights of Jordan (DWHJ) | 8 days | Classic | Standard |
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$1199
USD
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| Atlas Mountain Trek (DCAM) | 7 days | Active | Basic |
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$649
USD
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$552
USD
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| Highlights of Morocco (DCHM) | 14 days | Classic | Standard |
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$1599
USD
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| Imperial Morocco (DCIMD) | 8 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
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$1749
USD
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| Marvellous Morocco (DCMM) | 9 days | Classic | Comfort |
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$1799
USD
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April 7, 2012
$1530
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| Morocco on a Shoestring (DCMO) | 20 days | YOLO | Basic |
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$1749
USD
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| Israel Explorer (DOIE) | 8 days | Classic | Standard |
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$1749
USD
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| Absolute Egypt (DPAE) | 16 days | Classic | Standard |
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$1549
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March 30, 2012
$1162
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| Archeological Wonders of Egypt & Jordan (DPAWD) | 16 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
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$4299
USD
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| Cairo to Amman on a Shoestring (DPCA) | 9 days | YOLO | Basic |
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$1149
USD
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| Dahabeya Delight (DPDD) | 12 days | Classic | Comfort |
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$3499
USD
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| Egyptian Archeology Adventure (DPEAD) | 9 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
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$1999
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March 10, 2012
$1500
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| Ancient Egyptian Secrets (DPESD) | 15 days | Discovery Adventures | Comfort |
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$3099
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April 15, 2012
$2480
USD
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| Budget Egypt (DPGE) | 8 days | YOLO | Basic |
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$599
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