Region and month
Where to go in North Africa & the Middle East in January
4 of the 7 destinations we track in North Africa & the Middle East are a strong fit in January, based on our season model.
Fit and cost figures are My Travel Choices estimates from our own destination model, not live prices or booking data.
Best fits in North Africa & the Middle East for January
#1
Egypt
Egypt
January fit: 9/10
USD 70–130 / person / day
Best October to March
#2
Bahrain
Bahrain
January fit: 9/10
USD 120–210 / person / day
Best November to February
#3
Oman
Oman
January fit: 9/10
USD 180–300 / person / day
Best November to March
#4
Dubai & Abu Dhabi
UAE
January fit: 9/10
USD 200–350 / person / day
Best November to March
Where January is a weaker choice
Weaker in this month: Jordan, Morocco, Türkiye.
Common questions
- Where should I travel in North Africa & the Middle East in January?
- 4 of the 7 destinations we track in North Africa & the Middle East are a strong fit in January, based on our season model.
- Which places in North Africa & the Middle East are worth avoiding in January?
- Weaker in this month: Jordan, Morocco, Türkiye.
- What is the cheapest option in North Africa & the Middle East in January?
- Egypt carries our lowest mid-range estimate here, around 70–130 per person for a typical trip.