The North African nations of Morocco and Egypt offer visitors a seductive combination of sublime Islamic art and culture with a wealth of ancient history. Both nations are home to superb landscapes and unique histories influenced by Mediterranean and Sub-Saharan cultures. Begin with three nights in Marrakesh, one of the most fascinating and fashionable destinations in Africa. Explore the bustling souks and the exquisite mosaics that adorn the city's mosques while staying at one of the city's elegant ryads - traditional courtyard houses. You may like to spend a day visiting Atlas mountain villages where traditional Berber culture and hospitality thrive. Travel on to Fes, one of the greatest intellectual, artistic and spiritual centers of the Islamic world. The city's imperial architecture reflects its key status over the centuries with elaborate tilework and carvings adorning the many mosques in the labyrinthine medina, or old city. You may choose to visit the ancient Roman city of Volubilis, and nearby Meknes. Next drive to Casablanca for your flight to Cairo, and three nights at the Four Seasons. Tour the Great Pyramids, the city's museums, and the Coptic Quarter of the city, thus immersing yourself in the millennia of history that make Cairo the extraordinary destination that it is today. After touring Cairo, fly to the Red Sea resort town of Hurghada for four nights at the lavish Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh. Spend your days at leisure, enjoying the unparalleled luxury of this property. Return to Cairo for your international departure.

Day 1: Arrive Marrakesh; Day 2: Full day tour; Day 3: Day at leisure; Day 4: Fly to Fes, Dinner at Maison Bleu; Day 5: Full day touring; Day 6: Day at leisure; Day 7: Fly to Cairo; Days 8 & 9: Full day touring; Day 10: Fly to Red Sea; Day 11 - 13: Days at leisure; Day 14: Fly to Cairo for international departure

Cost per person based on double occupancy:   Deluxe   $6,910