Middle East
The "cradle of civilization" embraces the ancient and the modern: Roman ruins and Biblical sites, trendy city nightlife and the world's tallest tower. The moon shimmers over the silent desert where Bedouin ride their camels over rippling sand. Oasis resorts lure SCUBA divers and sun-worshippers, while the blue azure waters of the Mediterranean beckon the boating set.
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Countries & Areas
Take an elevator ride to the top of the world's tallest building in dazzling Dubai or bargain for gold and carpets in the busy souks. Watch camel racing or the newest sport: sand skiing. Whether you want to see thousands of pink flamingos or indulge in fantastic duty-free shopping, the UAE is courting discriminating visitors. Discount travel to Dubai is easy with Friendly Planet!
Dubai Packages
Dubai FAQs
Touring the land of the Bible can be a life-altering event. Stand on the site of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount. Enter the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Temper the solemnity of a religious pilgrimage with the vibrant nightlife of Tel Aviv or a sail on the lush Sea of Galilee. Friendly Planet makes travel to Israel both easy and affordable.
Israel Packages
Israel FAQs
The Middle East, Africa and Asia intertwine in this small kingdom of Biblical sites, Lawrence of Arabia, and the first century BC Arab capital of Petra. SCUBA dive the Dead Sea, an extension of Africa's Great Rift Valley, or leave the hustle of Amman behind for a starry night with the desert Bedouin.
Jordan Packages
Jordan FAQs
Experiencing Turkey is like stepping onto a movie set of whirling dervishes, shimmering mosques, sultans' treasures, and ancient Roman cities like Ephesus. Long a historical link between Europe and Asia, Turkey embodies the modernity and traditions of both: bazaars, lush gardens of the Bosphorus Strait, and the cafe culture of Istanbul. Friendly Planet makes your travel planning easy with one of our wonderful discount tours of Turkey!
Turkey Packages
Turkey FAQs
Tour & Cruise Packages
Packages generally include: roundtrip airfare from the U.S., airline taxes & fees, fuel surcharges, transfers, hotel and/or cruise accommodations, many meals, and guided touring. Select a tour for a full list of features.
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8 days from $1399*
| Departures |
November – December 2013 |
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New York Kennedy (JFK), Washington Dulles (IAD), Chicago O'Hare (ORD) |
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Istanbul, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Pergamon, Troy, Canakkale & the Dardanelles. |
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8 days from $2099*
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July – November 2013 |
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New York Kennedy (JFK); other gateways on request |
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Athens, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Patmos, Crete, & Santorini. Optional touring includes Ephesus ruins & St. John's Monestary. |
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9 days from $2199*
| Departures |
July – November 2013 |
| Departs |
New York Kennedy (JFK); other gateways on request |
| Highlights |
Athens, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Patmos, Rhodes, Crete & Santorini. Optional touring includes Ephesus & Knossos ruins. |
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12 days from $2299*
| Departures |
July – October 2013 |
| Departs |
New York Kennedy (JFK); other gateways on request |
| Highlights |
Athens, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Patmos, Rhodes, Crete & Santorini. Optional touring includes Ephesus & Knossos ruins. |
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14 days from $2099*
| Departures |
August – December 2013 |
| Departs |
Los Angeles (LAX), New York Kennedy (JFK), Washington Dulles (IAD), Newark (EWR), Chicago O'Hare (ORD) |
| Highlights |
Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Antalya, Pamukkale, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Troy, Canakkale & the Dardanelles. Blue Mosque, the Hagia Sophia & Gallipoli. |
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10 days from $2599*
| Departures |
October 2013 – February 2014 |
| Departs |
New York Kennedy (JFK) |
| Highlights |
Jerusalem, Dead Sea, Tiberias, Tel Aviv. Shrine of the Book, Masada & Sea of Galilee. Optional Eilat, Red Sea & Petra extension. |
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6 days from $2399*
| Departures |
September – December 2013 |
| Departs |
Los Angeles (LAX), New York Kennedy (JFK), San Francisco (SFO), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Houston (IAH), Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) |
| Highlights |
Abra Water taxi ride, Dubai Museum, & Burj Khalifa |
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Los Angeles (LAX), New York Kennedy (JFK), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Houston (IAH), Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) |
| Highlights |
Abra Water taxi ride, Dubai Museum, Burj Khalifa; Wat Trimitr (Golden Buddha) and Wat Po (Reclining Buddha) |
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Los Angeles (LAX), New York Kennedy (JFK), San Francisco (SFO), Houston (IAH), Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) |
| Highlights |
Abra Water taxi ride, Dubai Museum, Burj Khalifa; Table Mountain and the Cape Winelands. Optional extensions to Grootbos Private Nature Reserve or Entabeni Safari Conservancy |
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13 days from $3099*
| Departures |
September – December 2013 |
| Departs |
Los Angeles (LAX), New York Kennedy (JFK), San Francisco (SFO), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Houston (IAH), Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) |
| Highlights |
Abra Water taxi ride, Dubai Museum, Burj Khalifa; Delhi, Agra, Jaipur & the Taj Mahal |
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11 days from $3199*
| Departures |
September – December 2013 |
| Departs |
Los Angeles (LAX), New York Kennedy (JFK), San Francisco (SFO), Houston (IAH), Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) |
| Highlights |
Abra Water taxi ride, Dubai Museum, Burj Khalifa; Nairobi, Kigio Conservancy, & Masai Mara National Game Reserve. |
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12 days from $2799*
| Departures |
September – October 2013 |
| Departs |
New York Kennedy (JFK); other gateways on request |
| Highlights |
Athens, Mykonos, Istanbul, Izmir, Santorini, & Crete. Optional Classical Greece extension. |
