African Cultural Tours & Cruises

from $2,143

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Classic Egypt Tour

Luxor to Aswan - 8 Day Itinerary

• Explore pyramids and Sphinx
• Explore the Valley of Kings
• Explore Egyptian Museum treasures
• Cruise along the Nile River
• Visit the Temple of Edfu
• Witness beauty of Philae Temple

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Cairo / Aswan

Activity Level

Relaxed

Join this 8-day Egyptian journey, starting in Cairo with visits to the Giza Pyramids. Fly to Luxor to explore its temples and tombs before setting sail on a serene Nile cruise. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's Temple, Karnak Temple, and more. Sail to Aswan, stopping at Kom Ombo and Edfu for tours of these iconic temples.

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from $6,631

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Hidden Zimbabwe

8 Day Itinerary

• Go on safari in Gonarezhou Park
• Tour the Great Zimbabwe Monument
• Track rhino and hike Matobo Hills
• Learn about Zimbabwe culture

Activities

Fishing

Activity Level

Easy Active

Tour seldom-visited regions in Zimbabwe on this 8-day safari tour. Stay in Matobo Hills, a World Heritage Site where rhino tracking is possible and granite boulders dot the landscape. Tour the Great Zimbabwe Monument and continue south to Gonarezhou National Park. Experience a Zimbabwe walking safari and game drives in this wild region.

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from $8,196

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Nile River Explorer

Cairo to Aswan - 10 Day Itinerary

• Discover the pyramids and Sphinx
• Explore the temple of Dendera
• Walk around the town of Esna
• Sail the Nile river
• Aboard a luxurious riverboat

Starts / Ends

Cairo / Cairo

Activities

Biking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Cruise the Nile aboard a luxuriously-outfitted riverboat and visit some of the world's greatest archaeological sites. The Pyramids of Giza are the only survivors of the Ancient World's Seven Wonders.

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from $7,931

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Highlights of Malawi and Zambia

14 Day Itinerary

• Embark on safari
• Visit islands
• Hike to Zomba Plateau
• Explore African safaris

Starts / Ends

Lilongwe / Lusaka

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the best of Malawi and Zambia on this 14-day highlights tour. Search for wildlife while on safari, relax by the picturesque shores of Lake Malawi, and hike to the top of the Zomba Plateau. Return home with memories of Africa's exceptional wildlife, unique culture, and stunning landscape!

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from $5,637

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East Africa Trails

Kenya and Tanzania Group Tour - 13 Day Itinerary

• Visit an elephant sanctuary
• Search for wildlife
• Learn about the region

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Nairobi / Ngorongoro Crater

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explore the best of East Africa on this 13-day small group tour through Kenya and Tanzania. Search for wildlife in the Maasai Mara National Reserve and see incredible views of the Ngorongoro Crater. Learn about the native communities that inhabit these lands and about the region's role as the "Cradle of Humankind" as you explore the Serengeti.

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from $10,900

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Treasures of Egypt

Roundtrip Cairo - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sanctuary Sun Boat III

• Explore Giza's Great Pyramids
• Marvel at Luxor's Temples
• Sail Nile's scenic banks
• Visit Philae's Ancient Sanctuary

Starts / Ends

Cairo / Cairo

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 13-day cruise aboard the Sanctuary Sun Boat III, exploring Egypt's timeless treasures. Highlights include the Great Pyramids, Luxor's grand temples, the Nile's iconic sites, and Abu Simbel.

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from $7,434

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Namibia Fly-In Safari

7 Day Itinerary

• Visit AfriCat Foundation
• Climb Sand Dunes
• Experience Namibia from a birds eye
• Search for wildlife

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Windhoek / Windhoek

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience Namibia by both land and air on this 7-day fly-in safari, enjoy a scenic flight from Windhoek to Sossusvlei. Visit ancient rock engravings and search for desert-adapted elephants. Head to Etosha National Park for unforgettable game drives. End your journey with a visit to the AfriCat Foundation, learning about wildlife conservation.

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from $5,680

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Highlights of Kenya by Land

11 Day Itinerary

• Search for elephants
• Search for Elephants
• Visit Masai Mara
• Learn about Masai

Starts / Ends

Nairobi / Nairobi

Activity Level

Easy Active

Spend 11 exciting days exploring Kenya's wildlife parks on this driving safari tour. You will cover the Amboseli National Park, Samburu National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park and the famed Masai Mara. This wildlife-centered itinerary will leave a lasting impression of Kenya's wild beauty, including chances to spot majestic elephants.

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from $2,220

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Egyptian Legacy Tour

Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Visit the iconic Great Pyramids
• Explore Saqqara Step Pyramid
• Tour the Valley of the Kings
• See the well-preserved Edfu Temple

Starts / Ends

Cairo / Cairo

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Easy Active

Join this 8-day small group tour through Egypt's most famous landmarks, including the Great Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and the stunning Philae Temple in Aswan. You'll be guided by an expert Egyptologist and have the option to explore Cairo's vibrant markets and Coptic churches.

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from $3,090

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Islands of Cape Verde Archipelago

Roundtrip Palmeira, Sal - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Harmony V

• Taste grogue in Santo Antao
• Visit the port of Mindelo
• Visit Santiago’s historic fort
• Discover Boa Vista's beaches

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Palmeira / Palmeira

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on this 8-day cruise from Palmeira aboard Harmony V. Explore Cape Verde's diverse landscapes and rich blend of African-Portuguese heritage.

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from $1,885

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Discover Egypt Tour

Small Group Tour - 10 Day Itinerary

• Explore the ancient Sphinx
• See the Egyptian Museum in Cairo
• Visit a local Nubian village
• Explor the Temple of Philae

Starts / Ends

Cairo / Cairo

Activities

Village Visits, Snorkeling

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience the wonders of Egypt on this 10-day small group tour visiting the iconic Pyramids and the Sphinx, followed by a journey to Aswan to explore Nubian culture, the Temple of Philae, and more. Enjoy a mix of history, culture, and adventure, along with opportunities for diving, shopping, and relaxing.

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from $19,428

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Kaza Undercover

Maun - Zambezi - 22 Day Itinerary

• Experience Okavango Delta
• Visit Nxamaseri Island Lodge
• Visit Victoria Falls
• Visit Hwange National Park
• Explore Livingstone and Kafue
• Safari quest in Lower Zambezi

Starts / Ends

Nxamaseri Island Lodge / Jeki

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Join this 22-day trip through Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, exploring landscapes and wildlife. From the lively Okavango Delta to Victoria Falls, experience game viewing and adventures. Conclude in Lower Zambezi with morning drives, canoeing, and walking safaris. Bid farewell with a shared transfer to Jeki airstrip to

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from $12,382

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Southern Africa: Travel to the Ends of the Earth with Extended Stay at the Cape Peninsula

Port-to-Port Cruise - 13 Day Itinerary aboard African Dream

• Cape Town city tour
• Visit Robben Island's prison
• Explore Cape of Good Hope
• Discover Namibian culture

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Cape Town / Victoria Falls

Activities

Wine Tasting, Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

Travel from Cape Town to Victoria Falls, experiencing history, nature, and wildlife along the way. Embark on a 4-day cruise exploring Lake Kariba aboard African Dream. This adventure includes city tours, wildlife encounters, and offers a diverse and immersive exploration of Southern Africa.

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from $8,980

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Crucibles of West Africa

15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• Visit British built Fort William
• Tour the historic Elmina Castle
• Immerse in Abidjan's arts and music
• See Freetown's Krio architecture

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Tema / Dakar

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 15-day Crucibles of West Africa cruise from Tema to Dakar aboard SH Diana. Immerse yourself in vibrant cultures, history, and wildlife as you cruise along the West African coast. Depart from Tema, and visit Takoradi and Freetown. Next, the stunning Bijagós Islands and the beautiful Banjul before ending your cruise in Dakar.

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from $6,044

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Secrets of Egypt & the Nile

Roundtrip Cairo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadahlia

• Explore Cairo’s Egyptian Museum
• Visit Luxor’s Karnak Temple
• Cruise Nile River Valley
• Discover Abu Simbel Temples

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Cairo / Cairo

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the wonders of ancient Egypt on a 12-day Nile cruise aboard MS Amadahlia. Explore iconic sites like Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, and the Great Pyramids while savoring authentic cuisine.

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from $3,250

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Rivers of West Africa - Banjul to Banjul

Roundtrip Banjul - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Harmony V

• Walk through to Batelling
• Discover Baboon Island
• Visit Kaur's museum
• Explore Dakar's surroundings

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Banjul / Banjul

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise along the Gambia River aboard the Harmony V, exploring wildlife and local culture from Banjul to Tendaba. Enjoy guided tours, optional excursions to national parks, and visits to UNESCO sites like Kunta Kinteh Island before returning to Banjul.

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from $12,680

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Southwest Africa Cruise

Luanda to Tema - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• Explore Luanda's Iron Palace
• See Gabon's rainforests & wildlife
• Swim at Príncipe’s Macaco Beach
• Trek through Diosso Gorge

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Luanda / Tema

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on this 15-day cruise in Southwest Africa from Luanda to Tema aboard SH Diana. Discover historic landmarks like the Iron Palace and São Miguel Fortress. Enjoy the natural wonders of Gabon and São Tomé’s rainforests. Explore lively cities like Cotonou, Benin, Lome, and Togo, rich with vibrant markets, voodoo traditions, and colonial history.

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from $6,312

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Malawi and Mozambique: Wildlife and Waves

Malawi to Mozambique - 16 Day Itinerary

• Explore Malawi's hidden gems
• Discover wildlife in Liwonde NP
• See wildlife in Majete Reserve
• Spot colorful fish in Lake Malawi
• Relax on the beach in Mozambique
• Explore the coastline in Nuarro

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Blantyre / Nampula

Activities

Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Camping

Activity Level

Relaxed

Immerse yourself in the captivating wildlife adventure of Malawi and cross the border to explore the idyllic coastline of Mozambique. This 16-day journey through contrasting landscapes, from the heart of Africa to the sparkling waters of the Indian Ocean, will leave you with a deep appreciation for the beauty of this area's natural surroundings.

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