Visiting the Middle East allows you to look beyond the headlines to discover the reality of this fascinating region for yourself. Here, current events often seem like drops in the ocean of history, especially since the Middle East boasts some of the world's most beloved cultural treasures. The red ruins of Petra in Jordan, the Old City of Jerusalem in Israel, the ancient city of Damascus in Syria, the storied libraries of Alexandria in Egypt ... all remain as evidence of an incredible past that in some ways feels more vivid than the present. However, the friendly people of this region will keep you grounded with their sense of pride and hospitality, and will often go out of their way to make you feel at home. We strive to create these connections for our travelers on all of our Middle Eastern itineraries, so you truly can see for yourself why this part of the world should not be missed.