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    • Cruise on the Nile
    • A cruise is the best way to connect all the key sights of the Nile Valley, as well as a great way to experience the unchanged rural life of the Nile banks.
    • Cruise on the Nile
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    • Egypt
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    • Explore the Pyramids of Giza
    • The pyramids at Giza are the iconic image of the region, whilst those at nearby Dashur are equally impressive and almost totally devoid of visitors.
    • Explore the Pyramids of Giza
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    • Egypt
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    • Visit the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank
    • Where the Ancient Egyptians buried their dead, the West Bank is covered in funerary temples and tombs, notably the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of Tutankhamun.
    • Visit the Valley of the Kings on the West Bank
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    • Egypt
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    • See Imam square in Esfahan
    • The main attraction of Esfahan is the breathtakingly beautiful Imam square which includes Imam Mosque, Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque and Ali Qapu Palace.
    • See Imam square in Esfahan
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    • Iran
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    • Discover Petra
    • Put this most famous sight in the region well up on your wish list and marvel at the dramatic entrance and sheer size of the city.
    • Discover Petra
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    • Jordan
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    • Browse the medina in Tripoli
    • The medina remains a bustling place and is a great place to while away a few hours in Tripoli. The copper-makers' souq is noisy but is a good place to see artisans at work and if you are after souvenirs, there are plenty of handcrafted baskets, carpets and fine textiles on sale.
    • Browse the medina in Tripoli
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    • Libya
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    • See the ruins of Leptis Magna
    • Arguably the most extensive Roman city in the world, Leptis is filled with arches, collonaded streets, forums and theatres. At the very top of any to-do list for the visitor to Libya.
    • See the ruins of Leptis Magna
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    • Libya
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    • Take an evening trip to Djema El Fna in Marrakesh
    • As the sun sets on the Djema El Fna, the main square transforms into one of the world's largest outdoor eateries with over 100 food stalls to choose from, serving anything from soup, kebabs and salads to boiled sheep heads!
    • Take an evening trip to Djema El Fna in Marrakesh
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    • Morocco
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    • Wander around the medieval medina of Fez
    • More labyrinthine, ancient and conservative than Marrakesh, the medieval medina of Fez probably offers more to those seeking to get under Morocco's skin.
    • Wander around the medieval medina of Fez
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    • Morocco
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    • Take a stroll around Muscat's old town
    • In Muscat, Sultan Qaboos has a spectacular palace overlooking the bay and all major government departments are located in traditional buildings within the ancient city walls.
    • Take a stroll around Muscat's old town
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    • Oman
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    • Explore old Damascus on foot
    • Ancient souqs, informative museums and one of the most impressive mosques in the world, Damascus is one of the very best Middle Eastern cities to wander around.
    • Explore old Damascus on foot
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    • Syria
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Highlights of North Africa & the Middle East

Fiona with musicians in Luxor, Egypt

Our country specialists have travelled the length and breadth of North Africa & the Middle East - here are a few of their favourite things to do

Some of our favourite places in North Africa & the Middle East

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