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Middle East & Africa

Stand on both sides of the equator and cross the Olduvai Gorge. Explore Israel’s historical roots or Nelson Mandela’s South African home. Cruise down the Nile, passing ancient wonders on your way. Get up close to lions, tigers, giraffes and zebras and tap into your adventurous side.


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Middle East and African Study Tours
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Egypt
Egypt

In Egypt, the stories behind one of history’s greatest civilizations are right in front of you.

See where Napoleon’s armies left their mark on the Sphinx, and explore the Valley of the Kings, where the discovery of King Tut’s tomb sparked international concern over mummy curses. With the chance to sail from Cairo to Aswan and back, you’ll get the full Egyptian story.

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Ghana
Ghana

Bask in the African sunset as the rhythm of neighboring drums animates everything around you.

As you dart through tropical rainforests and daringly pass over hanging bridges in a truly unique national park, you’ll understand why the national music is called “highlife”. Then learn the traditions of basket weaving and jewelry-making that have identified a culture for generations.

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Israel
Israel

Israel has been a living, breathing nexus of culture and tradition since its inception.

Regarded as the sacred grounds for Judaism, Islam and Christianity, the terrain here is riddled with structures that have been integral to generations of belief. Bring the stories together as you witness Nazareth—including Mary’s Well, the Cave of Elijah and the Garden of Gethsemane.

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Kenya | African Safari
Kenya | African Safari

The wind-swept wilds of Kenya are a raw and liberating tribute to the African continent.

In the city of Nairobi, there is a unique harmony between the wired life and the wildlife. Learn from Masai locals who monitor this delicate balance, and talk to children who have grown up with some of the world’s most exotic animals just within reach.

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South Africa
South Africa

An eye-opening blend of history, culture and wildlife awaits you in South Africa.

Study the country’s tumultuous political history at Nelson Mandela’s former home in Johannesburg, visit a local tribal village in Timbavati and come face to face with 147 species of large mammals on your game drive at Kruger National Park, one of Africa’s largest game reserves. Discover the treasures of Cape Town, from the summit of Table Mountain to the Cape Point Nature Reserve.

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