Top Middle East & Africa Tours by Duration - page 4

Follow in the footsteps of the pharaohs as you cruise the River Nile from Aswan to Luxor. Pair the comfort of a modern ship with informative guided tours and door-to-door transfers on this 4-day, 5-star experience. See the highlights of Aswan and Luxor, including Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and the Valley of the Kings, and savor nine meals. Entrance fees and a Gala Dinner on New Year's Eve are extra.

Combine adventure, culture, and entertainment in one unforgettable Agafay Desert experience. Enjoy a traditional camel ride at sunset, a delicious Moroccan dinner, live Berber music, cultural performances, and a spectacular fire show under the stars. Travelers can also upgrade their experience with an optional quad bike adventure through the stunning desert landscapes. With round-trip transportation from Marrakech included, this all-in-one experience is the perfect way to discover the beauty of the Agafay Desert.

Set sail on a 4-day River Nile cruise and experience Egypt like never before. Perfect for those short on time, this adventure-packed tour includes visits to ancient temples, horse-drawn carriage rides, a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor, and more. Back on board, enjoy evening entertainment and views you can’t get on land. All meals—breakfast, lunch, and dinner—are included, with hotel pickup for added convenience.

Delve deeper into the sights and culture of traditional Dubai than you could do alone easily on this tour. Rather than spend hours researching what to see, do, and eat in old Dubai, rely on a guide to save time and ensure you don’t miss anything. Shop in souks with tips from your guide, cross the creek by “abra” water taxi, visit Dubai Museum, roam the Al Fahidi quarter, and if you've upgraded to the premium tour, enjoy street food, Arabic coffee and other tastings.

Watch the sun rise over Luxor from an unbeatable vantage point--the sky--with this hot air balloon experience. A driver will pick you up from your hotel and the port and take you to the launch area, where you'll be piloted into the sky as the sun rises over the desert and its ancient temples for an hour of sightseeing.

Get a bird's eye view of Luxor's ancient sites from aboard a hot air balloon. Your driver will pick you up and take you to the launch site in an air-conditioned vehicle, where you'll attend a safety briefing before getting ready to fly. You'll then head up to the sky, with a local guide on board to point out sights and tell you about their history and relevance.

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.

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.

Stellenbosch is known for its abundance of fantastic wineries, but having to drive between sites can stop you from enjoying the perks of wine tastings. With this tour, let someone else do the driving instead as you learn about South Africa’s winemaking prowess. The itinerary includes visits to multiple wine estates, with tastings along the way.

Forget car rental and immerse yourself fully in Morocco’s Atlas scenery and valleys on this full-day tour from Marrakech. Traveling by air-conditioned vehicle, see and learn more than you could independently in a day, with a guide to spotlight and explain the must-sees. Explore four valleys, visit Berber villages, hike to waterfalls, ride a camel, savor a wood-fire lunch (own expense), and more, all without having to plan or route-find.

Do something a little bit different for your evening meal and forgo the usual sit-down restaurant reservation with this Nile River dinner cruise. Starting with pickup from your Cairo hotel, enjoy a seamless evening that includes live entertainment, a buffet dinner selection, and a return ride back to your accommodation. Well-suited for travelers looking to unwind after a busy vacation day.

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.

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.

Visiting Dubai’s desert independently won’t unlock the dune sports or Bedouin-inspired entertainment offered by organized safaris. This premium experience delivers the works, with the added bonus of the red-dune Lahbab desert as a setting. After a 4WD dune bash, go sandboarding before camel rides, a gourmet barbecue buffet, shows, and stargazing.

Morocco’s desert landscapes are known for their stark beauty, but escaping city medinas takes careful planning—and often, off-road transportation. On this multi-tour, experience locations you’d be hard-pressed to reach on your own, from the palm groves of Skoura to the ancient capital of Tafilalt in Rissani, and many more. Plus, embark on a camel caravan in Erg Chebbi, and sleep under the stars in a desert camp.

Easily visit the neighboring emirate of Abu Dhabi while you’re staying in Dubai on a small-group tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off. Travel through the desert to the UAE’s capital, where you explore the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque—with a provided abaya for the ladies—and Heritage Village, dip into the Dates Market, see the President’s Palace and Emirates Palace hotel, stop for photos of Ferrari World on Yas Island, and more.

Don’t let the distance between Cairo and Sharm el-Sheikh put a stop to you seeing the pyramids. Visit Cairo the easy way with round-trip flights, transportation, and an Egyptologist guide. With the logistics in the hands of local guides, focus on the ancient attractions of Cairo instead. Visits to the Pyramids of Giza and the GEM (Grand Egyptian Museum) are among the itinerary highlights.

Learn about Egypt's ancient history with this private tour led by a quallified Egyptologist guide. You'll visit the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut . Karnak & Luxor Temples all in just one day. this tour includes round-trip transportation from your Luxor hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.

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.

Lion’s Head—located in Table Mountain National Park—is known for being a top hiking location that offers incredible views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Hottentots Holland Mountains. With this guided hike, you can safely explore this landscape without the worry of getting lost. Choose from a sunrise or a sunset hike, and enjoy plenty of photo stops along the way. This hike requires a good fitness level and comfort with heights.

Head into the Dubai desert for an evening of dining, adventure, and entertainment—without having to plan several excursions. Climb aboard an ATV for an adrenaline-fueled adventure through the golden sands. Then, enjoy a dune bashing experience. At the Bedouin-style camp, participate in other activities such as sandboarding or camel riding, before sitting down to a full buffet dinner complete with traditional Arab music and dancing.

Experience many of Addis Ababa’s highlights on one comprehensive full-day tour. After a convenient hotel or airport pickup, explore the National Museum, where the 3 million-year-old fossils of Lucy is kept, and Merkato, the giant open-air market. Catch amazing views of Ethiopia’s capital city from Enoto, enjoy a delicious lunch, and stop by St. George Cathedral, the 15th century church and Rastafarian pilgrimage site.

Ras Mohammed National Park offers some of the Red Sea’s most vibrant coral reef. Experience it on this Sharm el Sheikh snorkeling cruise featuring professional guides to help with your gear and point out marine life. As well as lunch on board, enjoy time at the beautiful White Island sandbar. Please note that your package excludes park entrance fees, while snorkeling equipment is available as an upgrade.

Enjoy bird’s-eye views of Morocco’s deserts and the foothills of the Atlas Mountains on a hot-air balloon ride from Marrakech. Ride 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.