
A storied land that can be both sere and fertile, the Middle East exists within a tangle of cultures, religions and empires, both ancient and modern. Here, you’ll find cities from myth that still hum with life as well as people who live in the world’s most extreme climates. We can help you explore temples and colossal monuments that date back millennia, ancient holy sites from many religions and landscapes of otherworldly beauty. Our specialists return regularly to this antique land and can work with you to plan a holiday to the Middle East that takes in the region’s marvels.
Delve into the hospitable soul of the region and uncover new perspectives on places like Jerusalem’s Western Wall, Istanbul’s Blue Mosque, Petra’s hidden city and Egypt’s Pyramids of Giza. You could find yourself slipping into a Bedouin tent to share mint tea in Jordan, entering a medieval caravanserai to see Whirling Dervishes in Turkey or watching the sunrise from an Omani dune.
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Trip ideas in the Middle East
These itineraries will give you a starting point for what your trip could entail. They cover routes that we've found work particularly well and feature some of our favourite places to stay. Treat them just as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you and there are many more options available.
Our expert guides to exploring the Middle East
Capturing our specialists’ extensive travel experience in the Middle East, these guides share inspiration, recommendations and our honest advice for how to enjoy the best of what the region can offer in the most authentic ways. From the wealth of options we describe, you can narrow down the choices and start to shape your own trip.
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Family trips to Israel: Five great ideas Family trips to Israel: Five great ideas
Family trips to Israel: Five great ideas
Israel offers a veritable playground for families. You could repel down the side of a desert crater, dig up ancient pottery shards on an archaeological site, or explore the spray-painted backstreets of Tel Aviv.
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A guide to visiting Oman for the first time A guide to visiting Oman for the first time
A guide to visiting Oman for the first time
Oman’s understated pleasures make it a great introduction to the Middle East. Snorkel in the Arabian Sea, visit a traditional fish souq or livestock market, and stand alone at the edge of the Omani Grand Canyon.
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Self-drive Oman: Deserts, mountains and markets for the adventurous Self-drive Oman: Deserts, mountains and markets for the adventurous
Self-drive Oman: Deserts, mountains and markets for the adventurous
For confident drivers, Oman makes an adventurous self-drive destination, says specialist Paula. You can venture into the towering golden dunes of the Wahiba Sands, navigate winding mountain roads and see goats sold at the timeless Nizwa livestock market.
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Walking and trekking holidays in Morocco Walking and trekking holidays in Morocco
Walking and trekking holidays in Morocco
Home to North Africa's highest mountain and the stunning Ourika Valley, Morocco is the perfect choice for a walking or trekking holiday in North Africa. We can advise you on the best places to stay to make the most of these wonderful walking opportunities.
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Explore the mysteries of Petra Explore the mysteries of Petra
Explore the mysteries of Petra
A hidden city that’s carved into sandstone cliffs, Petra was one of the wonders of the ancient world. Jordan specialist Nick offers a guide to the history and important sites in this vast city.
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Travel guide to Jerusalem Travel guide to Jerusalem
Travel guide to Jerusalem
Easily combinable with an itinerary to Jordan, and fascinating enough to merit a trip in its own right, the enthralling sights and monuments of Jerusalem are certain to charm you. History has never seemed so alive.
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Nile cruises: the route to ancient Egypt Nile cruises: the route to ancient Egypt
Nile cruises: the route to ancient Egypt
A Nile cruise is the classic way of exploring Egypt. Drift down the Nile in a comfortable cruise boat, making stops to visit Ancient Egyptian temples and tombs. Egypt specialist Steve outlines how you can make the most of your cruise.
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Highlights of Israel Highlights of Israel
Highlights of Israel
Israel is beguilingly complicated. From the heart of Jerusalem’s Old City to the sere, sweeping vistas of the Negev, explore the historical and religious significance of this country with Olivia from our Israel team.
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Travel into Oman's Empty Quarter Travel into Oman's Empty Quarter
Travel into Oman's Empty Quarter
Adventure into the Empty Quarter in Oman. Journey across this vast desert region, surrounded by nothing but rolling sand dunes for as far as the eye can see and camp beneath a blanket of stars.
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