Tours of Africa & the Middle East
Safaris, pharaohs, souks and desert cities — regions where an experienced operator makes all the difference.
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Safari tours range from group departures in pop-top vehicles to luxury fly-in safaris between remote camps. East Africa (Kenya and Tanzania) is famous for the Great Migration; southern Africa (South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia) pairs Big Five reserves with Victoria Falls and Cape Town. Gateways include Arusha, Nairobi and Cape Town. See Africa Tour Specialists and African Safari Specialist.
Egypt and the Nile
Egypt tours start in Cairo with the Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum, then fly to Luxor or Aswan for a Nile cruise past Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu and Kom Ombo. Many add Abu Simbel or a Red Sea beach stay. October to April is the most comfortable season. See Nile River Boat Cruises.
Morocco and Jordan
Morocco
Imperial-city tours through Marrakech, Fez, Meknes and Rabat, with a night in a Sahara desert camp and the blue town of Chefchaouen.
Jordan
Amman, Jerash, a night in Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea and a full day or two in Petra. See Plan It Middle East.
Africa & Middle East FAQ
Group safari or private safari?
Group safaris in shared vehicles cost less and are sociable. Private safaris with your own guide and vehicle give full control over timing and are ideal for photographers and families.
Is Egypt usually toured by coach or boat?
Most Egypt tours combine both: Cairo and Giza by coach, then a three- to four-night Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan, sometimes with a flight to Abu Simbel.
Is it safe to tour the Middle East?
Conditions vary by country and change quickly. Check the U.S. State Department’s travel advisories and choose an established operator that monitors conditions and can change itineraries.
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