Itineraries for Middle East History and culture

Cairo & The Nile with Travelmarvel

11-day river cruise holiday from £2,995 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Special savings on selected departures – Save up to £1,700pp
Book by: 04 September 2026

Experience the ancient icons of Cairo before boarding the newly refurbished Travelmarvel Sirius for a Nile cruise to remember, sailing in the company of an Egyptologist guide.

Venetian Lagoon Cruise & Golden Eagle Danube Express to Istanbul

17-day luxury cruise and rail journey from £19,695 pp incl. flights

Explore Venice and and its surroundings in-depth on a luxury, all-inclusive Uniworld cruise before travelling in style to Istanbul on the Golden Eagle Danube Express train.

Golden Eagle Danube Express: Balkan Explorer

12-day luxury rail journey from £17,610 pp incl. flights

Enjoy two nights in Venice before boarding the Golden Eagle Danube Express for a glamorous rail journey through the heart of the Balkans, enjoying sumptuous gourmet dining and expert-led excursions throughout.

Secrets of Egypt with AmaWaterways

12-day luxury river cruise holiday from £5,295 pp incl. flights

Special
cruise offer

Save up to £750 pp
Book by: 30 September 2026

Join AmaWaterways for a luxurious and immersive cruise along Egypt's River Nile, pausing to explore iconic ancient sites in the company of expert guides, between five-star stays in the heart of Cairo.

Ancient wonders of Egypt & Jordan

15-day tailor-made holiday from £7,285 pp incl. flights

Combine the best of the Middle East's impressive sights on this comprehensive independent tour of Egypt and Jordan, staying in luxury hotels throughout.

Ancient Egypt & the Nile with Uniworld

12-day escorted tour & river cruise from £5,695 pp incl. flights

Journey into history as you explore the splendours of Egypt's River Nile as you combine luxurious Cairo stays with an extended and indulgent weeklong river cruise.