Top Middle East & Africa Day Trips - page 4

Explore Cairo’s dynamic history on a private day tour. Visit Christian Coptic Cairo with stops at churches and a synagogue, then Islamic Cairo with entry to three mosques and the Khan El-Khalili bazaar. Your package includes round-trip private transfers; upgrade to add a guide, entry fees, and lunch at a local restaurant or by the Nile.

Kairouan, El Jem, and Monastir are three of Tunisia's most popular historic sites, but they sit hours apart on different routes from the coast—combining them in one day using public transport is close to impossible. Keep things simple with pickup from Tunis or Hammamet hotels, a local guide providing insight, and admission included to each main monument.

Visit the ‘Hollywood of Morocco’ on a day trip from Marrakech. Learn about Moroccan history as you explore Kasbahs—Moroccan palaces—and valleys. Pass the Atlas Mountains and Ait Ben Haddou on your way to Ouarzazate. This trip includes hotel pickup and is great for those who don’t have a lot of time in Morocco but want to get out of the bustling city.

Swap the commotion of Marrakech for a day exploring Morocco's Atlas Mountains and Agafay Desert with no route- or transport-planning needed. With this private tour, settle into your own air-conditioned chauffeured vehicle and set off to explore green Atlas valleys, visit Berber villages, hike to waterfalls, and sip tea with Berber locals, all with a guide to show you around. A camel ride in the Agafay Desert, an optional lunch (own expense) and hotel pickup and drop-off cap your day.

Combine wine tastings, cheese tastings, a biltong tasting, and time in the town of Stellenbosch on this action-packed half-day tour of the Cape winelands. Enjoy included hotel pickup and round-trip transport from your Cape Town hotel. You’ll visit two wine farms, one for a wine and cheese tasting, one for a wine and biltong tasting, with options for kids and vegans as well.

Find out what life looks like in the mountains and valleys of Morocco’s Atlas Mountains on this full-day guided tour from Marrakech. On the way to the mountains, you’ll stop for a camel ride and visit a local argan oil collective. After arriving in the High Atlas Mountains, walk to local Berber villages as you admire the dramatic mountain scenery of the Three Valleys and learn about aspects of local life.

Exploring Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Mosque independently may leave you with only a superficial take on this vast place of worship—the UAE’s biggest. Get the most from a visit on this half-day tour from Dubai with a guide. Admire the interiors and learn the history behind the mosaics and calligraphy. An optional visit to the Zayed National Museum offers insight into the UAE’s heritage through engaging exhibits.

Save time, avoid crowds, and see the highlights of the Cape Town and Western Cape area in a single day with this small-group tour from Cape Town. Admire the colorful houses of Bo Kaap, ride a cable car ride up and down Table Mountain, embark on a scenic drive along Chapman's Peak, see the penguin colony of Boulder's Beach, and visit the Cape of Good Hope.

Journey to Morocco’s Atlas Mountain area and spend the day exploring the Three Valleys on a private day trip that saves you from having to arrange travel logistics yourself. Your guide plans out the whole day for you, including transportation, so that you can enjoy your explorations without worry. Go on a camel ride and visit the home of a Berber family in Ait Souka to learn more about their everyday lives. Rnd the day in Moulay Brahim near the Asni Valley.

Travel from Marrakech to the Ouzoud Falls to see mountain landscapes, olive groves, and a series of towering cascades in the Middle Atlas Mountains. Prebooking round-trip transport between Marrakech and the Ouzoud Falls with a guide makes it easy to get an early start and beat the crowds. Hike and explore the falls area before setting off on an included short boat ride near the bottom of the waterfall.

Reaching the Giza Pyramids by public transit is a major headache, while taxis and rideshares are unreliable. Avoid the expense of a private tour when you book this small-group half-day trip, direct from your Cairo or Giza address. Your Egyptologist guide wil explain the myths and history that underpin both Pyramids and Sphinx, shoo away any touts, and point out the best photo spots: upgrade to include entrance fees.

Visit one of the top natural attractions in Morocco on a day trip from Marrakech to Ouzoud Falls. With transport provided, you can skip the hassle of renting a car or worrying about directions and simply enjoy the chance to see Berber villages and take a swim in the El Abid River.

Experience the Giza pyramids and the Sphinx hassle-free on this half-day private tour with a licensed Egyptologist guide. Depart from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and explore the Great Pyramid of Cheops, Pyramids of Chephren and Menkaure, and the Sphinx. Learn about the history of the area and the structures with personalized attention. Optionally, add a camel ride or lunch to your tour.

Avoid the tourist crowds and gain intimate insight into Egypt’s three most celebrated landmarks on a private tour of the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Egyptian Museum, with a simple local lunch included. Benefit from your Egyptologist guide’s full attention as you tick off the Big Three in just one day, and enjoy round-trip transfers from your hotel or residence for a hassle-free experience.

Take a break from Marrakech and visit the seaside community of Essaouira without committing to staying overnight on this full-day trip. Prebooking your ride to Essaouira takes care of the transportation for you and offers you plenty of free time to explore the city independently and at your own pace.

For a stunning dinner under the stars, book this group tour in the Agafay Desert. You are collected conveniently from your hotel in Marrakech, and then driven out to your desert nomad tent. Get comfortable with your partner or family members, and enjoy the traditional, multi-course meal in a gorgeous desert location while enjoying live entertainment.

Embark on a unique desert adventure and be immersed in the rich traditions of Bedouin life. From learning the art of falconry and Arabic coffee making to enjoying traditional performances and henna tattoos, this journey offers an authentic experience that goes beyond the ordinary desert safari. Travel through the vast desert in a 1950s Land Rover and view native wildlife and plants in a sustainable way.

Make the most of your time in Luxor with a small-group tour that checks off many of the city’s most famous ancient wonders in a day. Effortlessly travel between top landmarks—such as Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut—in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Also, benefit from the flexibility to choose between packages with or without admission tickets included.

South Africa is world-famous for its wine, but getting to the vineyards can be difficult. Avoid the hassle of renting a car and naming a designated driver when you book this group tour to the Cape Winelands. Enjoy a savory wine and cheese pairing and cellar tour in Stellenbosch, a diverse wine tasting in Franschhoek Valley, and a sweet wine pairing in Paarl.

Exploring the Giza Pyramids can be a disappointing experience thanks to the notoriously persistent touts. Skip the stress and benefit from your own personal Egyptologist and photographer when you prebook these private tour packages—online, in advance, in the currency you choose. Book a car and tour guide only; upgrade to add a camel ride; or opt for the all-inclusive package with lunch, tickets, and a visit inside a small pyramid.

Visit five scenic valleys in the Atlas Mountains, and explore traditional Berber culture, on this private or small-group day tour from Marrakech. Don't worry about arranging your own transit or logistics: Travel with a guide by 4x4 or minivan to make getting around easy. Visit the Ourika Valley, home to picturesque waterfalls, and continue to the villages of Oukaimeden. Along the way, enjoy mountain views, savor a local lunch, and much more.

Visit the seaside city of Essaouira on Morocco's Atlantic coast on this day trip from Marrakech. Essaouira has plenty to explore, from the medina and souks to the port and beach, and you'll have ample free time to enjoy the area. This full-day excursion provides an easy way to see more of Morocco for those with limited time by providing round-trip transport that lets you skip the stress of car hire

Explore Ancient Egypt beyond the Giza Pyramids on this private tour to Saqqara, Dahshur, and Memphis. Avoid transportation hassles with direct pickup from your hotel, and relax in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle as you travel to these archaeological sites. Enjoy an itinerary that includes the Pyramid of Djoser, the Bent and Red Pyramids, the Mastaba of Ti, and more.

Step back in time with a full-day guided tour of Luxor’s ancient tombs and treasures from Hurghada. Stroll between two great lines of sphinxes as you enter Karnak Temple to see the buildings and sacred lake within the complex. Pause for lunch at a local restaurant then visit the Valley of the Kings’ royal tombs and Queen Hatshepsut’s vast temple before returning to your hotel. Upgrade to include entrance fees.