Day Trips & Excursions in Middle East and Africa

See the desert kasbahs and film sets in Ouarzazate on a full-day, private tour from Marrakech that explores some of Morocco's most dramatic film locations. You'll tour the Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that's featured in shoots from Game of Thrones to Gladiator, then continue to Ouarzazate, home to film studios and historic fortifications. Traveling with a private guide means you can tailor the day to your interests, with flat-rate pricing for up to six people.

Discover the delightful, mountain-backed city of Al Ain on this full-day trip from Dubai. Called the Garden City for its lush parks, this picturesque city lies beneath the Hajar Mountains near the Oman border and offers up forts and attractions that recall a bygone age. Explore two museums, the former royal palace and charming Al Jahili fort. Finish with stops at the warm springs, the camel market and the oasis to see the falaj (water channels) that irrigate the palms.

Discover delightful Al Ain - known as the Garden City of the United Arab Emirates - on a day trip from Dubai. Enjoy the desert views as you journey toward the Hajar Mountains near the Oman border. Explore Al Ain Museum to uncover the city's Bronze Age roots, visit the camel market and zoo, home to prized white tigers; and experience the hot springs and stunning views from Jebel Hafeet, the country's highest peak. Finish with a delicious buffet lunch at the Al Ain Hilton. Numbers are limited for a small-group experience.

Go on an in-depth exploration of Amman on this full-day tour. Depart in an air-conditioned vehicle and make your way to the historical part of the city. Over the day, visit the Roman Amphitheatre, the Citadel, the Temple of Hercules, the Archeological Museum, and downtown Amman. Enjoy a traditional lunch and Jordanian dessert.

Discover delightful Al Ain, known as the UAE's 'Garden City,' on a private day trip from Dubai. Admire the desert and Hajar Mountains as you travel east to this picturesque city, the birthplace of the country's founding father, Sheikh Zayed. Visit the Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum to learn about the late ruler, explore Al Jahili Fort and discover Al Ain's lively camel market, the last of its kind in the UAE. Lastly, uncover the city's roots at the Al Hili Archaeological Park, where Bronze Age tombs and relics await.

Rewind to ancient and medieval Jordan on this private Jerash and Ajloun Castle day trip from Amman. After a journey north, stop to visit Jerash, one of the world's best-preserved Roman cities. Admire the colonnaded Oval Plaza, temples, plazas, and monuments; and then continue to Ajloun Castle to explore the fortress, built in 1184 by Saladin's forces. Air-conditioned transport and hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with optional local guiding at the sites at own expense.

Discover the fascinating city of Alexandria on a full-day, private tour from Giza that goes from ancient history to an ultra-modern library. Traveling alongside a personal guide throughout the day, you'll learn the stories behind the sites, with the option to customize the itinerary to your interests. Descend into the Greco-Roman Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, stand at the foot of Pompey's Pillar, find out what's hidden below the Qaitbay Citadel, and tour the spectacular Biblotheca Alexandrina, the city's beautiful new library before returning to Giza.

Get out of the city and visit Jordan's desert castles on this full-day trip. Depart from your Amman hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and make your way into the desert to see the 8th-century Omayyad-era castles. Stop by Qasr Amra, Al Kharrana, Mushatta, Hallabat, and Azraq and learn about each place from your guide. Enjoy a traditional lunch.

Driving from Cairo to El Alamein , visit the the World War II Cemeteries and the museum of El Alamein and then proceed to Alexandria , the bride city of the Mediterranean sea, where Romans and Greeks stories takes place , especially the story of Cleopatra.

Nobody wants to spend precious time in Luxor haggling with cab drivers or stressing about planning their own sightseeing itineraries. This private full-day West Bank tour avoids both: with a guide to show you the sites and a private air-conditioned vehicle to ferry you around. Explore the Valley of Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut, and learn stories and secrets about them that you might never hear if touring by yourself.

- Alexandria Full day Tour Start your tour at 07.30 am In the morning you will be driven to the second capital of Egypt built by Alexander the Great which was also the capital Of Egypt under Cleopatra's authority. Visit the Catacombs which are the largest Roman Cemetery consisting of three levels cut in the rock. Discover Pompeii's Pillar, Montaza Beach, 

See the best of Alexandria on a 12-hour, small-group trip from Cairo with a Mediterranean-style lunch in a seaside restaurant. Step back into Egypt's ancient history at Greco-Roman landmarks, stroll a sumptuous Khedive's Palace gardens and explore catacombs built in the Middle Ages. Hear fascinating stories from Alexandria's past while tracing a route through the city's most iconic places.

Leave desert driving to the professionals on this fantastic day trip. Soak up Berber villages, meadows, orchards, and High Atlas scenery as you journey to discover the Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, a fortified earth village that's earned UNESCO World Heritage status. Along the way, visit another historic fortress, the Kasbah du Pacha el Glaoui in Telouet, and tour the majestic Ounila Valley.

Experience the picturesque oasis town of Al Ain on a day trip from Abu Dhabi. On route to the ‘Garden City,’ see the rocky Hajar Mountains and learn about Al Ain’s history from an expert guide. Visit the Al Ain National Museum to uncover the city’s Bedouin heritage, and explore the Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum and bustling camel market. Admire the views of the palm-filled city from Jebel Hafeet mountain, dip your toes into the mountain's hot springs, and before returning to Abu Dhabi, enjoy a tasty buffet lunch.

Visit Amboseli National Park from Nairobi on a full-day tour that includes a game drive and lunch at a safari camp. Traveling in a climate-controlled van ensures a comfortable day of exploring Amboseli National Park, where big-tusked elephants and other wildlife graze with the spectacular backdrop of Mt. Kilimanjaro, and you'll also have the chance to interact with Maasai people in a community near the park.

See the sights of Amman on this private tour from the Dead Sea. You'll learn about the history and culture of Jordan's capital and visit attractions such as Al Bukaria Souk and the Citadel, where you can enjoy a view of the Old City of Amman.

Traveling via the High Atlas Mountains is optimal with a personal guide at your side who offers insightful commentary. You'll make customized stops in Berber villages including the ksar of UNESCO-listed Ait-Ben-Haddou and Ouarzazate, famous for its film production. This day trip provides air-conditioned transport in the comfort of a private vehicle, including the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off.

Discover the picturesque city of Al Ain on a day trip from Abu Dhabi. Travel through the desert to the 'Garden City,' framed by the rugged Hajar Mountains. Chart the city's history at Al Ain National Museum; visit the Sheikh Zayed Palace Museum; and witness the water channels that irrigate the palm groves. Gain insight into traditional life at the markets and camel race circuit; and admire city views from nearby Jebel Hafeet mountain. Dip your feet into Al Ain's springs and seal your trip with an included buffet lunch.

Head back in time on this historic Alexandria Day Trip from Cairo that showcases the best of Egypt's second-largest city. Travel to this coastal destination founded in 312 BC and listen in as your expert guide shares how it was the nation's capital for some nearly a millennium. Venture into the dark Roman catacombs of Kom ash-Shuqqafa and explore the medieval Fort Qaitbey where the city's lighthouse was once located. Follow your guide into the Alexandria Library and tour the National Museum where you'll wind through halls filled with ancient artifacts dating back to the Greeks and Romans that highlight Alexandria's rich past.

Discover the legendary city of Alexandrian on a full-day tour from Cairo, and discover the traces of ancient Egyptians and Roman armies. Descend into the catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa to see fascinating artworks that blend two cultures, visit Pompey's Pillar, then take in views from the 15th-century fortifications at the Citadel of Quaitbay, a fortress built on the site of Alexandria's ancient lighthouse. Explore the city's new library at your own pace - it's a tribute to the library that burned in antiquity - then enjoy lunch before returning to Cairo.