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Middle East: Persepolis, Palmyra, Petra -where the ancient world lives and breathes

This year, our tours explore the foundations of some of the world’s major religions, covering Egypt, Israel, Palestine and Jordan, as well as exploring the heartland of Islam in Saudi Arabia. We also offer excellent itineraries in Turkey, Syria and Jordan, all with leading archaeological experts.

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turkey: empire & republic, 11 days

Focusing on the history and roots of modern Turkey, this tour will journey through the north west of the country with time to consider its economic and cultural development since the establishment of the republic by Kemal Atatürk in 1923. You will also visit some lesser known quarters...

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northern egypt: delta & desert oases, 11 days

This journey begins in the Nile Delta focusing on Alexandria, once the largest city in the world and capital of the Ptolemaic Empire. In striking contrast you then head deep into the arid Western Desert, to the atmospheric Berber oases of Siwa and Bahariya. These less visited regions...

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ancient jordan, 9 days

The Jordan River valley is synonymous with 10,000 years of historical events and the Pharaohs, Alexander the Great, Moses, the Prophet Mohammed and Lawrence of Arabia have all passed this way. Travel the length and breadth of this small country including the rose city of Petra with...

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ottoman turkey, 10 days

This journey sets out to explore the three main capitals of the Ottoman Empire - Bursa, Edirne and Constantinople. The first, Bursa, established at the foot of Mount Olympus, is particularly rich in early Ottoman architecture. From there via Troy to Edirne and finally Constantinople,...

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egypt: classic nile, 12 days

Journeying partly by boat and partly by road from Aswan north to Luxor, this journey explores the key sites of Upper Egypt. From the comfort of your cabin, you will travel through 3,000 years of history, with an in-depth look at the myths and rituals of one of the mightiest civilisations...

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eastern turkey’s lost kingdoms, 15 days

From the Black Sea coast arching southwards passing Mount Ararat and Lake Van, this adventurous tour explores the impressive remains of the Christian kingdoms of the Empire of Trebizond, last outpost of the Byzantine Empire, and the 10th-century Armenian kingdom of Ani. Incorporating...

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landscapes of lebanon, 9 days

The lure of Lebanon lies in its beautiful landscapes and the majesty of its monuments. The Phoenician heritage of Byblos and Tyre, the priceless legacy of Roman Baalbek in the Beqa’a Valley, the exotic Umayyad town of Anjar, Crusader castles and Ottoman mosques all illustrate the...

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treasures of kurdistan, 9 days

This will be a truly fascinating journey into one of the least visited areas of the world. Travelling through beautiful mountain scenery where local customs still thrive, you will trace the golden age of the Assyrians stretching from 2400 BC until 612 BC. Medes, Babylonians and Scythians...

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persia: the achaemenian heritage, 15 days

Iran has a rich archaeological and architectural heritage and first came centre stage in the 6th century BC under the Achaemenid dynasty. Named after Achaemenes, the 7th-century BC ruler of Anshan, the dynasty was effectively founded by Cyrus the Great, creator of the Persian Empire. At...

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syria: land of zenobia, 12 days

Due to the ongoing political unrest, the current Foreign Office warnings against travel to Syria mean any short term thoughts must sadly be placed on hold. However, as seasoned operators of tours to Syria, we are equally well aware that political situations can cool very quickly and as...

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the sultanate of oman, 9 days

"The Sultanate of Oman has been one of Arabia's best kept secrets for way too long. Since 1986 it's been my home - join me as we explore some of its 1700km of coastline facing the Gulf of Oman and Arabian Sea. Travel though Oman's dramatic scenery whose mountains dramatically crash towards...

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Christmas Tour

christmas in oman, 9 days

The Sultanate of Oman is one of Arabia’s best kept secrets, an idyllic land where majestic mountains dramatically descend towards deserts and large oases surround medieval fortified towns and castles. The colourful and immaculately dressed people are immensely courteous in welcoming...

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