Experience Africa through a thoughtfully curated journey that blends ancient wonders, unforgettable wildlife, vibrant culture, and restorative coastal beauty. Wonders of Africa begins among the pyramids, temples, tombs, and treasures of Egypt, continues to the rose-red city of Petra in Jordan, and finishes the Egypt experience with time beside the clear waters of Sharm El Sheikh.

Continue to Tanzania for a high-comfort safari through legendary landscapes, with expert guides, memorable game drives, and opportunities to see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and more in their natural habitat. Travelers may then add a relaxing Zanzibar finale, pairing white-sand beaches and turquoise water with the history and spice-scented streets of Stone Town.

Choose the portion that fits your travel plans—Egypt, Petra & Sharm El Sheikh; Tanzania Safari; Tanzania with Zanzibar; or the complete Wonders of Africa journey. This is an elevated small-group experience designed for travelers who value comfort, meaningful access, excellent hosting, and a sense of adventure without the formality or price of ultra-luxury travel.

Arrive in Cairo and receive a warm airport welcome before beginning the journey at the Giza Plateau. Stand before the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, then explore the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum. Settle into your Cairo hotel and toast the adventure ahead.

Discover the many layers of Cairo with a guided visit to the historic Hanging Church and the atmospheric lanes of Old Cairo. Continue to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where artisans, spice merchants and café culture bring the city’s traditions vividly to life.

Fly south to Luxor, the world’s greatest open-air museum. Explore Karnak and Luxor Temple, then board the Nile cruise for a comfortable first evening on the river.

Cross to Luxor’s West Bank for a remarkable morning among royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Visit the dramatic terraced Temple of Queen Hatshepsut before returning to the ship and sailing toward Edfu.

Step ashore to visit the beautifully preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu, then continue along the Nile to the riverside Temple of Kom Ombo. Sail onward to Aswan and enjoy another relaxing evening aboard the cruise.

Journey to extraordinary Abu Simbel, where the colossal temples of Ramses II rise beside Lake Nasser. Back in Aswan, experience the color, hospitality and traditions of a Nubian village for a meaningful cultural encounter.

Visit Aswan’s High Dam and travel by boat to the island sanctuary of Philae Temple. Later, fly to Sharm El Sheikh and check into the Parotel Beach Resort, trading ancient monuments for the clear waters and relaxed rhythm of the Red Sea.

Enjoy a restorative day in Sharm El Sheikh. Join the included snorkeling excursion to experience the Red Sea’s vibrant marine life, then spend the remainder of the day relaxing at the resort, beside the pool or along the beach.

Travel via Taba and ferry to Aqaba for a full-day journey to Petra. Walk through the narrow Siq as the rose-colored Treasury comes into view, then explore the rock-cut façades and remarkable history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site before returning to Sharm.

Transfer to the airport for the flight from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo. Egypt-only travelers begin their final departure, while guests continuing on the Full Wonders of Africa journey prepare for the included flight connection to Tanzania.

Depart Egypt on included air transportation to Dar es Salaam. On arrival in Dar es Salaam were we will stay in a 5 star hotel close to the Zanzibar ferry terminal.

We will ltransfer to the ferry terminal and take the included ferry across the Indian Ocean to Zanzibar. A private transfer brings you to Maru Maru Hotel in historic Stone Town.

A full day is yours to enjoy Zanzibar as you wish. Wander Stone Town’s winding lanes, relax by the water, discover the island’s spice heritage or simply slow down and enjoy the atmosphere from your comfortable base.

Enjoy another unhurried Zanzibar day. Choose beach time, local exploration or an optional island experience, then gather for an evening shaped by warm breezes, coastal flavors and the beauty of the Indian Ocean.

From Zanzibar, you will fly to Arusha (included), where you will settle into Gran Meliá Arusha and prepare for the safari adventure ahead.

Enjoy a leisurely day at Gran Meliá Arusha to rest and recharge. In the evening, meet the driver-guides for a comprehensive safari briefing covering the route, wildlife, packing details and the days ahead.

Set out for Tarangire National Park, celebrated for its ancient baobabs, sweeping landscapes and impressive elephant herds. Enjoy a full game-drive experience before continuing to Pembeni Rhotia for dinner and an overnight stay near Karatu.

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife sanctuaries. Search for lions, elephants, buffalo, zebra and other iconic species across the crater floor, then continue to Narudi Tented Camp in the central Serengeti.

Spend the day exploring the legendary plains of the central Serengeti with expert guides. Game drives reveal an ever-changing landscape of predators, grazers and birdlife, with time to pause for photographs and absorb the scale of the wilderness.

Enjoy a scenic, unhurried drive from the Serengeti toward Karatu. Along the way, visit a Maasai village for a respectful introduction to local traditions and community life before returning to Pembeni Rhotia for the evening.

Explore the diverse habitats of Lake Manyara National Park, from groundwater forest to open lakeshore. Watch for elephants, giraffes, hippos, abundant birdlife and the park’s famous tree-climbing lions before returning to Gran Meliá Arusha.

After breakfast and a relaxed final morning as timing permits, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure. Leave with memories spanning Egypt’s ancient wonders, Petra, Zanzibar’s turquoise coast and Tanzania’s legendary wildlife.