Egypt & Middle East Travel Blog & Guide

Explore Morocco’s imperial city Meknes, home to grand ancient monuments and lively markets. Learn about its history and see top sites with a customized private tour from Osiris Tours.

Experience Egypt’s quintessential comfort food Koshari, a hearty mix of rice, pasta, lentils and crispy fried onions. Learn about the origins and cultural importance of this iconic Egyptian street food.

Ready for an epic journey? Dive into the wonders of Egypt in 2023, from breathtaking pyramids to the enchanting Nile River. Explore now!

I have had a significant interest in Egypt for 40 years. We wanted a trip that let us explore the things I wanted to see and give my wife a full immersion into Egyptian culture and history. We elected to do a private guided tour. The reality is that without the private driver and guide…

Home to one of the world’s most vibrant and fascinating ancient civilizations, Egypt is the ultimate travel destination. But with so much to see and do, and safety concerns to consider, it can be difficult to know where to start planning the perfect trip to Egypt. Here’s your guide to Egypt and everything you need…

No trip to Egypt is complete without seeing Luxor, which is why many luxury Egypt tours include experiences in this historic city. Standing in southern Egypt and flanking the Nile in a luxury Nile cruise, Luxor, also known as Thebes or the “City of a Hundred Gates,” was the capital of the country in ancient…

Sometimes considered the crossroads of the Middle East, Jordan is a small country, but one that’s awash with history and culture. Jordan boasts desert canyons, ancient temples, the world-renowned Petra and striking Wadi Rum. It’s a country where guests engage with the Bedouin community, eat fantastic food, and float in the mesmerizing waters of the…

Is an Egypt trip in 2022 on your bucket list? Do you dream of being able to see the temples, tombs, and pyramids in real life for yourself? Of sailing down the Nile, dining on traditional Egyptian food, or seeing the golden death mask of King Tutankhamun? Well, this just might be your year. Here…

The Kingdom of Jordan is located in Western Asia on the East Bank of Jordan. The country is named after the Jordan River, which means ‘come to’. This definition is the true face of Jordan, where hospitality has been the key to tourism and with the country being the safest in the Middle East, Jordan…

So you’ve finally decided that you are going to Egypt. You’ve got your dates figured out, know exactly which attractions are on your must-see list, and you even have an idea of the food you want to try and the souvenirs you plan to bring home. But, before you take your planning to the next…

One of the best parts of traveling the world is the opportunity to taste new and delicious dishes from the countries that you are visiting. Morocco is a fantastic place to go on a culinary adventure, as the cuisine here is unique and flavourful. While you are on your Morocco tour packages, make sure that…

If you are a fan of Egyptology or are planning on travelling to Egypt in the near future, you will no doubt have heard of the Grand Egyptian Museum. It’s one of the most anticipated openings in the world when it comes to museums and tourism and, after a couple of delays, is slated to…