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Opening HoursThe Middle East boasts deserts, beaches, ancient sites, spectacular mosques, exciting cities and much, much more. Our experts have visited the best of the lot and are on hand to recommend the very best places to visit and things to do throughout the Middle East. Discover more below.
Where to go in Middle East
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Dubai
Shop the souqs and the malls, stay in a luxury hotel and enjoy water sports and a desert safari.
Egypt
Egypt is rightly famous for its extraordinary ancient world heritage: the pyramids and Sphinx at Giza and the temples of Luxor and Abu Simbel...
Iran
Yes, seriously. Set aside your misconceptions and consider visiting one of the most fascinating countries on the planet.
Jordan
For a small country, Jordan packs an impressive punch in terms of history, culture and scenery, and the proximity of its key sights makes a holiday...
Oman
A wonderful destination combining beautiful beachfront properties and dramatic mountain and desert landscapes to explore.
Abu Dhabi
With an almost guaranteed 300 days of sunshine a year, Abu Dhabi is the ideal winter break destination.
Israel
It's time to visit one of the most vibrant destinations in the Middle East.
Lebanon
Back with a vengeance, Beirut is the ultimate party town, and there's plenty more to do besides in Lebanon from skiing to cultural sites.
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What to do in Middle East
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Falconry
You can witness displays of falconry if you are staying in one of the two excellent desert hotels, Bab al Shams or Al Maha.
Desert Safari
Explore wadis and the desert in a 4x4 expedition with an expert guide.
Driving Safari
After seeing the sites of Amman, explore the King’s Highway with a knowledgeable driver or guide.
Jerash
One of the finest preserved Greco - Roman cities in the Middle East and within easy reach of Amman, it truly is a place to let your imagination...
Floating on the Dead Sea
The lowest point on Earth lies at 1,200 feet below sea level, where the Jordan River empties into the Dead Sea.
Wadi Rum
Explore the vast, hugely romantic swathes of desert made famous by 'Lawrence of Arabia'.
Petra
Petra was carved from pink sandstone cliffs by the Nabataeans some two millennia ago, and left undisturbed until its rediscovery in 1812.
Diving Oman
Oman has some excellent and – relatively – unspoilt diving along long stretches of its coastline, and there are sure to be new dive sites...
Tel Aviv Art Tours
In celebration of Tel Aviv’s flourishing art scene our Expert-Led Art Tours take travellers off the typical tourist trail on an intimate exploration...
Dolphin and Whale spotting
The waters of the Arabian Gulf are home to a staggering number of dolphins and migrating whales.
Dhow ride
Spend an afternoon and overnight on a traditional dhow for the perfect romantic getaway from Muscat’s hotels.
Paragliding
Only available at the Six Senses Hideaway Zighy Bay, and quite some way to arrive into the hotel.
4x4 Adventure
A tailor-made guided desert safaris is the ideal way to take in the very best scenery that Oman has to offer, and Original Travel can personalise...
Explore the Saiq Plateau
Now that there is some seriously comfortable accommodation in the Hajar Mountains, we recommend extending your stay in the region to explore...
Nizwa & the Livestock Market
Friday sees the ancient Omani capital of Nizwa come to life for the weekly livestock market where farmers and traders arrive from as far afield...
Empty Quarter 4x4 Adventure
A four-wheel drive tour into the breathtaking Empty Quarter, of Wilfred Thesiger fame, where a mobile camp awaits.
Beach
Original Travel has exclusive access to the private camps on the beach near Salalah and the Empty Quarter.
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