Our tour of Syria, thought of by many as the cradle of civilization, starts and ends in Damascus, the world's oldest city. We explore some of the highlights of this fascinating country with its ancient cities, bustling souqs and expanse of desert plains. We explore Crac des Chevaliers, the mightiest and best preserved crusader castle built to dominate the pass which is the Syrian gateway to the Mediterranean. We see the famous Norias of Hama, the oldest waterwheels in the world which once provided water to fields and gardens. We wander through the old souqs of Aleppo, visit the dead city of Serjilah, and wonder at the ancient city of Palmyra in the heart of the Syrian desert, once a caravan station, and later a Roman outpost and major city within the Roman Empire.

This fascinating tour combines the highlights of both Jordan and Syria, lands steeped in history, and home to some of the oldest cultures on earth. We explore the famous crusader castles of Kerak and Crac des Chevaliers, and the World Heritage Site of Petra. A jeep ride takes us across the dramatic desert landscape of Wadi Rum to our desert camp, before we float on the Dead Sea. We wander through the souqs of Damascus and Aleppo, and visit the ancient cities of Jerash and Palmyra.

Journey through Jordan, Syria and Turkey to discover truly Middle Eastern delights. Wander through the bazaars of Damascus, the world’s oldest city, and appreciate the Roman influence in Palmyra before trading with the best at Aleppo. Explore Turkey’s architecture, Cappadocia's cave city, see the influence of Crusader castles and Roman ruins before taking in the confluence of culture in Istanbul where Europe and Asia meet and mingle. Experience unparalleled hospitality whilst sampling local cuisines and mint tea. A tour overflowing with both environmental and cultural wonders.

Start by experiencing the mayhem that is Cairo - Africa's largest city. Snorkel the magical Red Sea reefs and ascend Mount Sinai before crossing into the Kingdom of Jordan. Here you will float on the Dead Sea, wander around the ancient city of Petra and count the stars above Wadi Rum. Then on to Syria where you can wander through the bazaars of Aleppo and Damascus in search of hidden courtyards and bustling market places and appreciate the Roman influence in Palmyra. A fascinating introduction to some of the most significant highlights of the Middle East, all in just two weeks!

Discover truly Middle Eastern delights whilst journeying through Turkey, Syria and Jordan. See the confluence of culture in Istanbul where Europe and Asia meet and mingle. Experience unparalleled hospitality whilst sampling local cuisines and mint tea. Explore the region's architecture, Cappadocia's cave city, see the influence of Crusader castles, Roman ruins and finally Damascus, the world's oldest city. Explore the streets and markets, uncover wonderful treasures and buy them for a bargain! A tour filled with both environmental and cultural wonders.

Leaving Cairo, we head across the wilderness to St Catherine's Monastery, and the holy Mount Sinai. We cross the Gulf of Aqaba and into the Kingdom of Jordan. Here we take a jeep safari across the dramatic desert landscape of Wadi Rum and travel along the old Caravan Route to Petra. The famous rose red rock city of Petra is a World Heritage Site built over 2000 years ago. We float on the Dead Sea, see the mosaic city of Madaba, and explore the old city of Jerash before continuing to Jordan's capital Amman. On to Syria, the cradle of civilization, and its capital Damascus, the oldest living city. We wander through the souqs of Damascus and Aleppo, and visit the ancient city of Palmyra, and the crusader castle Crac des Chevaliers.

A fascinating introduction to some of the most significant highlights of the Middle East. This tour has you wandering through the bazaars of Damascus in search of hidden courtyards and bustling market places, trading with the best in Aleppo and appreciating the Roman influence in Palmyra. Whilst in Jordan enjoy a float on the Dead Sea, count the stars in the desert skies over Wadi Rum, and be awed by the grand entrance of Petra. In Egypt, climb Mount Sinai in time for a very memorable sunrise, snorkel Red Sea reefs and experience the mayhem that is Cairo, Africa's largest city. All this in just two weeks!

Egypt, Jordan, Syria and Turkey are steeped in legend and history and the mists of time will evaporate before your eyes as you discover this fascinating region. There is plenty of opportunity for action on this tour, with swimming or diving in the Red Sea, climbing Mount Sinai and exploring the hauntingly beautiful Wadi Rum desert. Explore the scenes of classic Greek and Roman authors, Homer and Virgil. Visit the city of Troy and discover where Achilles was slain and the legendary wooden horse caused the defeat of the Trojans before taking in the confluence of culture in Istanbul where Europe and Asia meet and mingle.

Journey through Jordan, Syria and Turkey and discover truly Middle Eastern delights. Explore the Roman ruins of Jerash, Bosra and Palmyra, and visit Damascus, the world's oldest city. Explore the streets and markets, and uncover wonderful treasures. Learn about the influence of Crusader castles, and wander through Cappadocia's cave city. Explore Turkey in a little more depth and then witness the confluence of culture in Istanbul where Europe and Asia meet and mingle. Sample local cuisines and sip on mint tea. This is a tour filled with many cultural wonders.

Explore the scenes of classic Greek and Roman authors, Homer and Virgil. Visit the city of Troy and discover where Achilles was slain and the legendary wooden horse caused the defeat of the Trojans. Turkey, Syria, Jordan and Egypt are steeped in legend and history and the mists of time will evaporate before your eyes as you discover this fascinating region. There is plenty of opportunity for action too, swimming or diving in the Red Sea, climbing Mount Sinai and the Wadi Rum desert is as hauntingly beautiful as ever.

This comprehensive tour combines the highlights of Egypt, Jordan and Syria, lands steeped in history, and home to some of the oldest cultures on earth. In Egypt we visit the main sights of Cairo, explore the ancient temples and tombs dedicated to the mighty Pharaohs, and cruise along the Nile, the world's longest river. Then east to swim and snorkel in the warm coral gardens of the Red Sea before we cross the wilderness to the oldest monastery in the world, and Mount Sinai. We cross the Gulf of Aqaba and into the Kingdom of Jordan, where we take a jeep safari across the stunning desert landscape of Wadi Rum and travel along the old Caravan Route to the World Heritage Site of Petra. We float on the Dead Sea, see the mosaic city of Madaba, explore the old city of Jerash and meander through the bustling souqs of Amman. On via Bosra to Syria, the cradle of civilization, where we explore Aleppo, visit the ancient city of Palmyra, and marvel at the crusader castle Crac des Chevaliers. Our tour ends in Syria's capital Damascus, the world's oldest living city.

Following the complex interwoven tapestry of colour, culture, politics and history that is the Middle East, this tour takes you back to a time of kingdoms, crusades and ancient civilisations. Explore the Arabian Middle East in real depth. From Amman with the Dead Sea and Petra – the Red Rose city, to Syria with its wealth of ancient cities, endless desert plains and bustling markets. Finish this tour in Egypt, where the ancient monuments still fascinate us with their grand architecture. Make the most of the great outdoors and try snorkelling on the Red Sea reefs, floating on the Dead Sea or perhaps a camel safari in the Egyptian sand dunes.

The fascinating region of Egypt, Jordan Syria, and Turkey is steeped in legend and history, and the mists of time will evaporate before your eyes as you travel from Cairo to Istanbul. Climb Mount Sinai, swim or dive in the coral gardens of the Red Sea, and discover the hauntingly beautiful Wadi Rum desert. Marvel at the Rose City of Petra, and the ruins of Jerash, Bosra and Palmyra. Explore the beautiful Cappadocia region with its underground dwellings, and the Aegean coast, and visit the city of Troy, Ancient Ephesus ,and finally Galipoli before ending in the exciting city of Istanbul.

This tour takes you back to a time of kingdoms, crusades and ancient civilisations, following the complex interwoven tapestry of colour, culture, politics and history that is the Middle East. Explore the Arabian Middle East in real depth. There is plenty of time for action too – sail on a felucca down the Nile, sleep under the stars or enjoy a camel safari in the Western Desert of Egypt, ascend Mount Sinai or try snorkelling on the Red Sea reefs. Then on to Jordan where we explore Petra – the Red Rose city, and float on the Dead Sea, before crossing into Syria with its wealth of ancient cities, endless desert plains and bustling markets. The tour ends back in Amman, Jordan’s capital.

A fascinating journey that starts in Cairo - Africa's largest city, and finishes in Istanbul, a cultural melting pot of different people, cuisines and architectural styles. This memorable tour takes you from Egypt through Jordan, Syria and on to Turkey. The pace of life and variety of culture experienced on this tour is mesmerising and most visitors don’t want to leave. Highlights include marveling at the never-ending splendour of the giant ancient Egyptian monuments, standing in awe at the entrance to Petra, bargaining in the fabled souks of Aleppo, and exploring the cave villages of Cappadocia and Roman Ephesus. Travel by truck, mini bus, traditional felucca and ferry. Try mint tea, Turkish kebabs, baklava, spicy mezes and a multitude of other Middle Eastern delights as you soak up the atmosphere and wonderful hospitality of this region.

A magical journey that takes you from Istanbul, a cultural melting pot of different people, cuisines and architectural styles, to Aswan, where the mighty Nile was tamed, and to Cairo. The pace of life and variety of culture experienced on this tour is mesmerising and most visitors don’t want to leave. Highlights include exploring Roman Ephesus, the cave villages of Cappadocia, bargaining in the fabled souks of Aleppo, standing in awe at the entrance to Petra and marveling at the never-ending splendour of the giant ancient Egyptian monuments. Travel by truck, mini bus, traditional felucca and ferry. Try mint tea, Turkish kebabs, baklava, spicy mezes and a plethora of other Middle Eastern delights as you soak up the atmosphere and wonderful hospitality of this region. This tour truly has it all.

A six week journey that takes you from Cairo to Aswan, along the mighty Nile, through Jordan and Syria, and finally through Turkey to Istanbul, a cultural melting pot of different people, cuisines and architectural styles. You will be mesmerised by the variety of cultures experienced on this tour. Highlights include the mighty Pyramids, the tombs and temples of Luxor and Aswan, exploring the ruins of Bosra and Ephesus, the underground and cave villages of Cappadocia, and bargaining in the fabled souks of Aleppo. Stand in awe at the entrance to Petra and marvel at the landscape of Wadi Rum and Salikent Gorge. Try mint tea, Turkish kebabs, baklava, spicy mezes and a plethora of other Middle Eastern delights as you soak up the atmosphere and wonderful hospitality of this region. This comprehensive tour has it all.