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Middle East Holiday Packages & Tours

Vacations to Middle East

The Middle East is a region that stretches from Egypt to the edge of Western Asia, filled with magical desert landscapes, unique cultures and historic cities. Travel to the Middle East is the chance to immerse yourself in one of the most beautiful and complicated lands on earth.

Dubbed the ‘Cradle of Civilization’, the region known as the Middle East includes the countries of Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the United Arab Emirates and Yemen. With such an array of destinations to explore, it’s little wonder that the Middle East is quickly becoming one of the most exciting and rewarding travel destinations.  

Lying at the meeting point of Eurasia, Africa, the Mediterranean Sea and the Indian Ocean, the Middle East was the birthplace of many of the worlds major religions and has been at the centre of some of the most pivotal moments in history such as the Crusades, the rise of the Ottoman Empire and the construction of the Suez Canal, to name a just a few. The ‘Fertile Crescent’ of the Levant gave birth to a number of early civilizations inclusive Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt and the Kish, so a tour of the Middle East is a journey through lands as old as time. On the other hand, history is unfolding in this region every day, and although the region has a turbulent reputation, most countries are extremely safe travel destinations, where you’ll encounter friendly locals who are always ready to share their culture with visitors. 

Of course, any Middle East holiday is sure to focus on its captivating cities, be it the holy city of Jerusalem, the Mediterranean capital of Beirut or even the lost city of Petra, one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. Exploring the ancient streets of Cairo’s old town or admiring the famous marble-clad Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in the Omani capital of Muscat are just a handful of unique experiences that await you if you take a trip to the Middle East. 

In the Middle East, you can get lost in labyrinthine bazaars, traverse lonely deserts, hear the melodic, five-times-daily call to prayer and enjoy some of the warmest hospitality on earth. Whether you’re tracing the Roman heritage of Jerash in Jordan, uncovering the inspiring ruins of Persepolis in Iran or gazing, awe-struck at the gravity-defying Burj Khalifa in downtown Dubai, travel to the Middle East is thrilling and rewarding in equal measures. 

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From £ 2,009

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Per night: £ 128

Wonders of the Hashemite Kingdom

Jordan in 8 days +

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    Ajloun Castle
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    Amman
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    Dead Sea
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    Jerash
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    Little Petra
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    Mount Nebo
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    Petra
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    Wadi Rum
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Our classic tour of Jordan, this magical trip includes a visit to the legendary lost city of Petra, one of the 7 Wonders of the World and an overnight stay in the breathtaking Wadi Rum Desert!

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From £ 1,749

£ 699

Per night: £ 70

Treasures of Anatolia

Turkey in 11 days +

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    Ankara
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    Çanakkale
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    Cappadocia
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    Ephesus
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    Istanbul
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    Izmir
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    Pamukkale
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    Troy
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Our classic tour of Turkey, this action-packed journey covers the most unmissable destinations in the country including Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, the ruins of Ephesus, Troy and much more!

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Cities of the Silk Road
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From £ 3,569

£ 1,599

Per night: £ 178

Cities of the Silk Road

Uzbekistan in 10 days +

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    Bukhara
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    Khiva
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    Samarkand
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    Tashkent
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An essential tour of Uzbekistan's historic Silk Road cities including incredible architecture, captivating cultural experiences and comprehensive sightseeing.

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Delights and magical sights
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From £ 1,099

£ 599

Per night: £ 86

Delights and magical sights

Turkey in 8 days +

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    Ankara
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    Cappadocia
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    Istanbul
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A swift, all-encompassing tour of Turkey! Explore the emblematic highlights this magical country has to offer, including cultural and gastronomic melting-pot Istanbul and fairytale-like Cappadocia.

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From Petra to the Red Sea
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From £ 2,899

£ 1,299

Per night: £ 130

From Petra to the Red Sea

Jordan in 11 days +

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    Ajloun Castle
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    Amman
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    Aqaba
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    Dead Sea
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    Jerash
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    Little Petra
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    Mount Nebo
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    Petra
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    Red Sea
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    Wadi Rum
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Discover Jordan on this epic trip! Unearth its rich cultural heritage, stunning natural beauty, and fascinating historical sites as you journey through this ancient land.

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Hashemite Kingdom, Pyramids & Nile Cruise

Jordan & Egypt in 16 days

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    Aswan
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    Cairo
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    Giza
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    Luxor
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    Nile River
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    Ajloun Castle
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    Amman
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    Dead Sea
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    Jerash
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    Little Petra
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A well-rounded trip where you’ll discover two mystical countries that each house a World Wonder! Perfect for the cultural connoisseurs and history enthusiasts.

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From Cappadocia to the Great Pyramids
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From £ 2,789

£ 1,949

Per night: £ 139

From Cappadocia to the Great Pyramids

Turkey & Egypt in 15 days

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    Aswan
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    Cairo
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    Giza
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    Kom Ombo
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    Luxor
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    Nile River
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    Ankara
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    Cappadocia
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    Istanbul
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An unforgettable journey through Turkey and Egypt, explore Istanbul and Cappadocia, see the incredible Great Pyramids and discover the treasures of the Nile on a 4-night full-board river cruise!

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Hashemite Kingdom & Dead Sea Escape
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From £ 1,719

£ 1,199

Per night: £ 133

Hashemite Kingdom & Dead Sea Escape

Jordan in 10 days +

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    Ajloun Castle
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    Amman
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    Dead Sea
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    Jerash
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    Little Petra
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    Mount Nebo
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    Petra
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    Wadi Rum
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Discover Jordan's most exciting historic sights, visit one of the 7 wonders of the world at Petra, explore the Wadi Rum Desert and spend 2-nights relaxing on the shores of the magical Dead Sea!

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Anatolia, Ankara & Greek Odyssey
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From £ 3,369

£ 2,349

Per night: £ 147

Anatolia, Ankara & Greek Odyssey

Turkey & Greece in 17 days +

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    Acropolis of Athens
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    Meteora
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    Paros
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    Santorini
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    Ankara
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    Cappadocia
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    Istanbul
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An action-packed tour through Greece and Turkey! Tick off all the major archaeological and cultural sights, kick back in the Greek Islands and discover the otherworldly landscapes of Cappadocia and Ankara.

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