Group Solo Travel in the Middle East

Travel solo as part of a group tour to the Middle East

WHY TRAVEL SOLO TO THE MIDDLE EAST?

Ancient and sacred, enchanting and complex; there’s no greater story than that of the Middle East.

Everywhere you turn in the Middle East, you’ll see traces of empires past: the Rose City of Petra, the pyramids of Giza, the storied valleys of Jordan. The Middle East has plenty to offer for the cultured explorer, and you’ll find cities here that are more than ideal for a short escape.

But there’s enough to intrigue those of you looking for an off-grid adventure, too. We’re talking about a region spanning rippling deserts, rich coastlines, snow-capped mountains and rugged canyons. There’s Wadi Rum desert in Jordan, with its striking red dunes; the turquoise waters of Wadi Shab in Oman; the rocky valleys of Eastern Turkey; the deserts of Egypt, hiding ancient treasures.

Wherever you go, rest assured: the Middle East is a region of unexpected surprises, and one that we think you’ll keep returning to.

MIDDLE EAST FACTS

From cuisine to wildlife, here are a few things you should know about your group solo trip to the Middle East

Demographic

The Great Middle East is a highly populated, culturally diverse region spanning three continents, 27 countries, and boasting a population of around 578 million. The most populous country is Egypt with around 108 million inhabitants, and the least is Djibouti.

Heritage

The Middle East is home to the three main monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. In 2010, it was estimated that 93% of the populations in the Middle East and North Africa were Muslim. There are around 6.5 million Jews living in the Middle East, the majority of which are based in Israel.

Food

Middle Eastern food is as diverse as the countries the region comprises. As both Muslims and Jews do not eat pork, lamb and mutton are the favoured meats in Middle Eastern cuisine. Meze is popular throughout the region, consisting of a number of small dishes including popular dips such as hummus, tabbouleh, and mutabbal.

Landscapes

The Middle East generally has a hot, arid climate, especially in the Arabian and Egyptian regions. Saudi Arabia is the largest country in terms of area and is dominated by the Arabian Desert.

Wildlife

The hot, desert landscapes of the Middle East are home to a whole host of wildlife including gazelles, sand cats, lizards and camels.

Our Middle East trips

OUR MIDDLE EAST TRIPS

OUR PROMISE

Joining the Flash Pack comes with a few special guarantees

THE PEOPLE

Our mission to create 1 million friendships so we obsess over the group dynamic. Everyone is aged 30-49, 98% travel solo & 80% stay friends. Want to know more about your group? GET IN TOUCH

THE SECURITY

We operate using a 3rd party trust bank account meaning we guarantee refunds in 14 days if your trip has to be cancelled BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE

THE TRIPS

Our trips are made up of ‘can’t-do-by-yourself’ experiences – think staying on your own private island in the Arctic and glamping in Land Rovers on the Serengeti SEE TRIPS

THE GUIDES

We only work with trusted local guides who know their destinations better than anyone. Meet your Pack Leaders.

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