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Explore Egypt’s ancient capital, the pyramids of Dahshur, and the Saqqara necropolis on this private excursion. After convenient pickup at your Cairo hotel, travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Saqqara’s step pyramid, the red and bent pyramids of Dahshur, and Memphis with its massive limestone statue of King Ramses II. This is a modular package. Book a transport-only tour, or upgrade to add a guide, entry fees, and a restaurant lunch.

Casablanca’s historic neighborhoods and landmarks can be tricky to reach on foot, and it’s easiest to explore the city by car. With this tour, you’ll cover all the highlights with a private driver and air-conditioned vehicle at your disposal for up to five hours. Visit the Hassan II Mosque (admission included), stroll around the old Medina, and stop at United Nations Square, Rick’s Café, and the Royal Palace of Casablanca.

Explore Morocco's capital, Rabat, with a private guide on a full-day tour, where vibrant history meets modern-day Moroccan culture. Enjoy the flexibility of a personal driver/guide throughout the day as you visit the Hassan II Mosque, Rabat’s royal landmarks, Chellah, and the Kasbah of the Oudayas, a 12th-century fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site. This tour includes pickup and drop-off at Casablanca accommodations and transport by climate-controlled minivan.

Enjoy sunrise aerial views of the foothills of Morocco's Atlas Mountains—an experience many travelers miss—on this hot air balloon ride experience from Marrakech. After early pickup, travel by 4WD to the site and recharge with pastries, tea and coffee while watching your balloon being prepared. Climb aboard, drink in the stunning panoramas as you waft over the sunlit hills and valleys, and finish back on land with a delicious Berber-style breakfast. A commemorative flight certificate is included.

Explore the Franschhoek wine region on a hop-on hop-off tram tour, which allows you to explore the wineries that interest you at your leisure. Sit back and enjoy the scenery while you ride through vineyards dotting rolling hills; you're able to taste as much wine (own expense) as you like without worrying about driving. Includes convenient transfers from Cape Town.

The tourists choosed this tour because : Historical Significance Memphis: The first capital of ancient Egypt; home to the colossal statue of Ramses II and other impressive artifacts. Saqqara: Site of the Step Pyramid of Djoser, the oldest pyramid in Egypt, showing the earliest development of pyramid construction. Dahshur: Features the Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid, showing the evolution to the smooth-sided pyramid that led to the Great Pyramid of Giza.

The Pilanesberg National Park is home to Africa’s Big Five—lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo. On this full-day tour, increase your chance of wildlife sightings with two guided game drives in an open safari vehicle, tuck into a delicious lunch looking out over a popular waterhole, and perhaps spot giraffe, hippos, zebras, and antelope in their natural environment.

Visit Egypt's second-largest city, Alexandria, without the hassle of planning your own transportation on this private day trip from Cairo. Explore the city's highlights, including the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, the Library of Alexandria, Qaitbay Citadel, the Roman Amphitheater, and more. Upgrade to include a guide, lunch, and entrance fees for a hassle-free experience.

Robben Island tours are best booked in advance. This half-day tour includes museum admission and round-trip transfer from your Cape Town hotel, ensuring a hassle-free visit. Learn about the island’s history from your guide, see Nelson Mandela’s prison cell, and reflect on your journey back to the mainland.

Explore Alexandria in a single day with a private guide, making the most of your vacation time in Egypt. With a dedicated guide, you can travel at your own pace and focus on the sights that interest you; no waiting for other group members or wasting time on things that don't appeal to you. Stops can include Qaytbay Citadel, Pompy Pillar, the Alexandria library, the Catacomb of Kom El-Shoqafa, and the Roman Theater, among others.

The beautiful beaches and stunning natural landscapes of the Cape Peninsula stretch south of Cape Town all the way to Cape Point. On this private tour, travel in the comfort of a private vehicle and stop as often as you like to take photos. Ride the cable car to the top of Table Mountain, visit the Boulders Beach penguin colony, and follow the famous Chapman's Peak drive (all at additional cost).

Catch the sunset over Cape Town from the deck of a sailboat on this evening cruise. Sit back and relax with a provided glass of sparkling wine while watching the sun sink over the city landscape. You’ll get frame-worthy photos of the city and Table Mountain in sunset hues; captain and crew are on hand to answer any questions and provide commentary.

Enjoy bird’s-eye views of Morocco’s deserts and the foothills of the Atlas Mountains on a sunrise hot-air balloon ride from Marrakech. Ride a 4x4 to the launch spot in the early morning and drift through the dawn skies over the desert valleys and hillsides just as the sun casts them in gold, orange and pink. Then, land safely back on ground to enjoy a tasty Berber breakfast and memorable camel ride. A flight certificate to commemorate your balloon ride is also included.

Drive and hike around the Cape Peninsula during a full-day sightseeing tour with a focus on the region’s natural attractions and lots of fun options to choose at your own expense. Visit Boulders Beach, the Cape of Good Hope, and Cape Point Nature Reserve, and see a penguin colony as well as other wildlife. Private transportation and commentary from your guide ensure a comfortable and informative tour, making it ideal for first-time visitors.

Discover the Egyptian pyramids with an Egyptologist guide who brings their history to life. This private tour visits the pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. You'll enter the pyramid of Khafre and enjoy a camel ride around the pyramids. Lunch is available with the all-inclusive option.

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.

Combine a visit to the Merzouga Desert with a camel safari with this tour from Marrakech. You'll visit the Atlas Mountains, see the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, take a camel ride into the sunset and spend the night at a Berber desert camp, where live entertainment and a traditional dinner await, all in just two nights and three days.

See free-ranging wildlife with the backdrop of the Nairobi skyline on a half-day tour to Nairobi National Park, a convenient way to experience a Kenya safari even if you have limited time. Door-to-door transport from Nairobi hotels make this a hassle-free way to get to the park, and you’ll have the chance to spot black rhinos, lions, giraffes, leopards, and hundreds of species of birds.

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.

This tour takes you away from Marrakech’s most famous monuments and helps you discover the hidden treasures of the city. Exploring the city on foot means you can get to places inaccessible by car. See hidden sights of the Medina, including traditional ovens, bakeries, inns, a mausoleum, and much more. It’s a great way to hear about the local perspective of the city, and its ancient roots.

Join us on board for a moment beyond the beautiful landscapes of the Atlas and the Marrakech desert , and benefit from the classic flight formula, which contains , round trip transportation , Berber breakfast in a kasbah from southern Morocco, balloon flight in front of the Atlas and the ochre city of Marrakech, and flight certificate to fill it all. The duration of the flight will be one hour. NB: Sunrise is not guaranteed!

Explore the souks of Marrakech without the fear of getting lost with this guided tour. You'll learn about local history and culture as you make your way through the maze of shops, with plenty of time to stop to buy goods along the way. You can join a small-group tour to save a little money or opt for a private tour for extra flexibility.

Immerse yourself in Marrakech’s vibrant culture with a private half-day city tour that takes you to iconic spots like Bahia Palace, the Secret Garden, and the bustling Medina Souks. With your knowledgeable guide by your side, you'll uncover the history behind Morocco’s architectural gems and gain insights into local traditions. From the grandeur of Koutoubia Mosque to the hidden charm of Marrakech’s winding streets, this experience promises a perfect mix of discovery and storytelling.

Travel from Marrakech to Fes with a stop in the desert along the way with this small-group transfer-tour hybrid. You'll visit the Kasbah at Ait Ben Haddou, spend time in the Gorge of Todra, and take an overnight camelback safari to a desert camp in the Sahara, all in three days.