
Middle East
Next-Level Journeys with Upper Falls Travel
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Morocco
Where color, culture, and contrast collide. Wander Fez’s medieval labyrinth, sip mint tea beneath Marrakech’s tiled arches, and traverse the High Atlas to reach the wind-swept dunes of the Sahara. From blue-washed Chefchaouen to Berber kasbahs and Atlantic surf towns, Morocco brims with vitality and tradition.
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Egypt
An open-air museum of human ambition and desert mystique. Marvel at the pyramids of Giza, drift down the Nile past temples etched with gods, and explore Cairo’s bustling bazaars. From the silent tombs of Luxor to Red Sea reefs alive with color, Egypt’s splendor stretches from stone to sea.
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Jordan
A crossroads of empires and elemental beauty. Gaze upon Petra’s rose-red façades, sleep beneath stars in Wadi Rum’s rust-colored vastness, or float effortlessly in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea. Jordan invites discovery across sacred sites, desert silence, and time-carved stone.
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Oman
A land of quiet grandeur and enduring heritage. Cruise fjord-like inlets of Musandam, hike terraced valleys in the Al Hajar Mountains, or wander Nizwa’s souks and ancient forts. Golden deserts, wadis, and coastal fishing villages reveal a side of Arabia that’s both rooted and refined.
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Saudi Arabia
Epic in scale and newly revealed. Stand in awe of AlUla’s Nabataean tombs carved into rose-colored rock, camp among the dunes of the Empty Quarter, or explore the futuristic cityscapes of Riyadh and Jeddah. From Red Sea reefs to ancient incense routes, Saudi Arabia is opening its doors to the world—with drama, depth, and ambition.
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Socotra
One of Earth’s final frontiers. This Yemeni island hosts otherworldly flora like dragon’s blood trees and bottle-trunked succulents that exist nowhere else. Trek limestone plateaus, swim in crystalline pools, and camp on white-sand beaches untouched by crowds. Socotra is an ecological wonder—a living relic from a lost world.
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United Arab Emirates
Where desert dreams meet cutting-edge design. In Dubai, luxury towers rise above historic souks and camel races. Abu Dhabi blends modern art with Bedouin heritage, while the Liwa Desert offers vast dunes and star-lit silence. The UAE pulses with ambition—fast-moving, bold, yet grounded in tradition.
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Tunisia
Where ancient empires meet Mediterranean ease. Walk amid the ruins of Carthage, wander the grand amphitheater of El Djem, or get lost in the blue-and-white charm of Sidi Bou Said. In the south, explore Ksour villages and the ochre canyons of Tataouine, or ride camels through the Sahara’s sweeping silence. Tunisia blends Roman, Arab, and Berber legacies with sun-soaked beaches and desert mystique.
Itineraries
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Highlights of Egypt & Jordan
12 Days | From $10,000pp.
Sail the Nile aboard a traditional dahabiya, stargaze under desert skies in Wadi Rum, and explore ancient wonders from Luxor to Petra. With private guides and five-star stays, this journey blends history, hospitality, and awe-inspiring landscapes across timeless lands.
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Oman Revealed
12 Days · From $9,000pp.
Uncover the highlights of Oman, from Muscat’s grand mosques and seaside souks to the dramatic canyons of the Hajar Mountains. Sleep under the stars in Wahiba Sands, wander ancient forts in Nizwa, and unwind at cliffside retreats in Jebel Akhdar. This journey blends desert adventure, cultural depth, and Arabian elegance.
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Luxury Morocco
10 Days | From $12,000pp.
Begin your journey with a sunrise ascent over the Moroccan desert—floating above ochre dunes and distant peaks as you enjoy a private breakfast in a hot air balloon. Then descend into a world of candlelit riads, ancient medinas, and golden silence in the Sahara. Ride camels across wind-swept sands, dine beneath the stars, and retreat to palatial stays where time slows and beauty lingers. This is Morocco reimagined: indulgent, immersive, and unforgettable.
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Classic Morocco
8 Days · From $5,000pp.
Wander through the winding souks of Marrakesh, ride across the rocky expanse of the Agafay Desert, and hike into the serene beauty of the Ourika Valley under the shadow of the Atlas Mountains. This journey brings together Morocco’s iconic textures—color, culture, and desert calm—in one vibrant itinerary.
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Timeless Tunisia: Ruins, Oases & the Mediterranean
9 Days | From $6,000pp.
Wander the Roman amphitheater of El Jem, lose yourself in the blue-and-white beauty of Sidi Bou Said, and sip mint tea in the medina of Tunis. Then head south to explore Berber cave dwellings in Matmata and ride across the Sahara’s golden dunes. With a blend of history, hospitality, and horizon-stretching landscapes, this journey reveals Tunisia’s soul—layered, luminous, and full of surprises.