Middle East
Discover the mysteries of the Middle East in Egypt, Jordan and Israel. From the Great Pyramids of Giza to Petra’s ancient desert city, turn back the pages of history on our land and cruise adventures. Sail the Nile River to see the temples, tombs and treasures that line its banks. Float in Jordan's Dead Sea, gaze in awe at Petra, and stay in the desert moonscape of Wadi Rum. Then trace Israel’s millennia of religious history in Jerusalem and Bethlehem.
Spend your time exploring the varied landscapes and astounding history of this region with a comprehensive journey through Egypt, Jordan and Israel. Or, if time is short, focus on Egypt or Jordan on an eight-day exploration.
Middle Eastern Holidays
Treasures of Egypt and the Nile
Cairo Return
8 Days
16 Meals
Treasures of Egypt and the Nile with Hidden Jordan
Cairo to Amman
15 Days
27 Meals
2 Countries
Treasures of Egypt, Hidden Jordan and Israel
Cairo to Tel Aviv
19 Days
34 Meals
3 Countries
Treasures of Egypt, Hidden Jordan and Israel
Cairo to Tel Aviv
19 Days
34 Meals
3 Countries
Treasures of Egypt and the Nile
Cairo Return
8 Days
16 Meals
Treasures of Egypt and the Nile with Hidden Jordan
Cairo to Amman
15 Days
27 Meals
2 Countries
Travel Styles
Whether it’s by River Cruising or Land Journeys, discover the wonders of the Middle East. Cruise past glorious reminders of the age of the Pharoahs as well as remote riverside villages on the Nile, and wind through the ancient landscapes of Egypt, Israel and Jordan by coach.
Premium River Cruising
It's front-row viewing as your ship glides along Egypt's legendary Nile River, where 5,000 years of ancient history line its shores. Between Luxor and Aswan stop off at sacred temples and tombs, and hear tales of gods, pharaohs and queens. Seeing is believing when it comes to these storied sites, especially the Valley of the Kings.
Egypt, Jordan and Israel Land Journeys
Keep your feet on the ground but feel the thrill of discovery on a land adventure through the Middle East. Step back in time on Cairo's Giza Plateaus. Explore the cliff-carved temple of Petra and cross the rugged moonscape of Wadi Rum. Discover Israel’s sacred religious sites in Jerusalem and Bethlehem.
Our Fleet
MS Royal Lily
Welcome aboard your premium river ship. With just 120 guests on board, cruise along the Nile in contemporary comfort with smooth stop-offs at ancient sites.
Unique Experiences
Authentic Flavours
Be ready to indulge as Middle Eastern cuisine serves up delights beyond the pyramids and temples – with sweet-tasting and a cooking class just for starters.
Enhance Your Journey
Enjoy a tradtional Egyptian dinner in a vibrant setting in the heart of Cairo. Dine like a local, feasting on delicious classic dishes.
Premium Accommodation
Hand-picked stays take you from central Cairo to a Bedouin-style experience in Wadi Rum, and from resort bliss by the Dead Sea to cosmopolitan Tel Aviv.