Shore Excursions in Middle East and Africa

Step on shore at Luxor port and explore the West Bank of the Nile, Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple on a 4-hour private tour with an Egyptologist guide. Go deep into Thebes' sprawling necropolis and discover the ancient world's most iconic burial sites. Walk the extraordinary colonnade at the Temple of Hatshepsut and learn the story of a powerful queen that became the first female pharaoh; gaze up at the weathered Colossi of Memnon, towering statues that have guarded a mortuary temple for more then three millennia. 

Visit the oldest game reserve in South Africa on a full-day safari through Hluhluwe iMfolozi National Park. Search for 'Big Five' wildlife on morning and afternoon game drives, and enjoy a picnic lunch inside the reserve, which is home to the world's largest population of white rhino. This full-day Hluhluwe iMfolozi tour includes pickup and drop-off in Richards Bay, park entrance fees, and lunch, and it's limited to 14 people for individual service from the guides.

See the ancient world come alive in a 3-hour Luxor shore excursion to the Temples of Karnak sound and light show. Learn the imperial history of Thebes as you walk the colonnades of the sprawling complex with your Egyptologist guide, and listen to the pharaohs narrate their own remarkable stories. Sit on the shores of a sacred lake as statues and sanctuaries light up, and experience Egypt's remarkable antiquities firsthand. 

With a guaranteed panoramic view seats, you can relax as you enjoy the incredible views.Your professional driver will provide expert Audio guided commentary along the way. After the completion of your trip, you'll be returned to Dubai cruise terminal, child seats are provided complimentary upon your requestInternet WiFi is included

Explore Dubai's vast Arabian desert while visiting Dubai port. Set out with an experienced guide on a private safari-style adventure, traversing undulating sand hills in a 4x4 vehicle, riding camels across the sparse terrain, and testing your ability to balance on a board while literally surfing down dunes. Afterward, enjoy a barbecue dinner and a belly dancing performance in a desert village, smoke a shisha pipe and return from your shore excursion with a temporary henna tattoo.

With a guaranteed panoramic view seats, you can relax as you enjoy the incredible views.Your professional driver will provide expert Audio guided commentary along the way. After the completion of your trip, you'll be returned to Dubai cruise terminal, child seats are provided complimentary upon your requestInternet WiFi is included

Discover the Temples of Karnak and Luxor Temple on a 3-hour private shore excursion from Luxor port, and explore ancient ruins with an Egyptologist guide. Walk through the Avenue of Sphinxes into Karnak's entrance, and see towering sanctuaries, intricate pillars and a broad, sacred lake.  Follow the footsteps of pharaohs in the sprawling Luxor Temple, where hieroglyphic bas-reliefs depict Egyptian scenes and stories, and massive statues of Ramses II keep guard at the gate. Work with your personal guide to customize this tour, and experience Egypt's iconic antiquities firsthand. 

Discover Ras Mohamed National Park on a full-day Sharm El Sheikh shore excursion, and discover the Red Sea's thriving reefs and brilliant fish. Board a boat into the park and watch for passing dolphins, then slip into the water to explore a world-class snorkeling destination. Swim alongside bright clownfish or rent a snorkeling mask and hunt for moray eels; take in the sunshine and enjoy an on-board lunch before returning to your ship in Sharm El Sheikh. 

Visit Ras Mohamed National Park on an independent, 6-hour shore excursion from Sharm El Sheikh. Meet your guide in port and drive into the park, then explore on your own. Discover ancient fossils, desert flora and enjoy the arid coastal landscape; spot flocks of migrating shore birds, and try to catch a glimpse of the park's elusive desert foxes and turtles. Pause for lunch in the park's restaurant then head for the beach to swim, sunbathe or snorkel in the warm waters of the Red Sea.

Experience Zulu culture on a full-day tour from Richards Bay to Shakaland, a living museum that offers an immersion in local traditions. Taste Zulu beer, watch drumming and dancing performances, and see traditional handicrafts while meeting the 'villagers' that keep the Zulu spirit alive. This full-day Shakaland tour includes pickup and drop-off at Richards Bay port, entrance fees, and lunch, and it's limited to 14 for individual service from the guides.

Visit the oldest game reserve in South Africa then learn about Zulu culture on a full-day shore excursion from Richards Bay. Spot big game and birds during a morning game drive through Hluhluwe - iMfolozi Park, eat a picnic lunch inside the reserve, and immerse yourself in Zulu life at the vibrant Gooderson DumaZulu Lodge and Traditional Village. This full-day wildlife and culture tour includes pickup and drop-off at the Richards Bay cruise port, all activities, and lunch.

Explore the Moroccan port city of Tangier and its surrounding countryside on this full-day sightseeing tour. See many of the landmark locations in downtown Tangier on a panoramic drive through the city. Visit the Caves of Hercules, one of the most popular local attractions. Also, travel to the sandy bay of Cape Spartel and much more. Learn more about the history, culture and architecture of Tangier from an English-speaking guide. All necessary entrance fees plus transportation in an air-conditioned minivan, including Port of Tangier pickup and drop-off, is provided.