For six years MACFEST has helped you explore Islamic art and culture by showcasing the works of Muslim creatives around the world.
Now we invite you to join us as we take you on a journey of discovery that delves into both the hidden and known gems of the Islamic world through a series of artfully curated tours.
Our Macfest International Heritage Tours are organised in partnership with Islamic Travels.
Join us for an amazing trip to Azerbaijan; It is where Europe meets Asia, and where centuries of Turkic and Persian influence have overlapped and enriched one another. Visit Shia and Sunni mosques, and other sacred places such as the Church of Kish and the Zoroastrian temple of Ateshgah.
Join us us on an enchanting journey through the rich cultural heritage and captivating landscapes of Oman.
Starting in the vibrant capital Muscat, we explore impressive monuments such as Al-Jalali Fort and Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, as well as Mutrah Souq. We then follow the Arabian Sea coastline to Sur and Ra’s Al-Jinz where nesting turtles can be observed.
Later we venture into Oman’s desert interior to experience the lush valley of Wadi Shab and the vast wilderness of Wahiba Sands. The final part of our adventure brings us to the ancient city of Nizwa and the verdant Jebel Akhdar region before we make our way back to Muscat.
This package covers 4-star accommodation with breakfast, ground transport, experienced tour guide and entrance fees to historical sites. Flights are excluded.
Visiting the Cambridge Central Mosque will be a wonderful experience, both for its spiritual atmosphere and its striking eco-friendly design.
Join our guided tour to take you from the hustle and bustle of the world-famous Mill Road on a transformative voyage…
Starting at the gardens, we journey through its trees, flower beds and fountain. We then pass through the portico and atrium, via our ablution areas, cleansed and ready to enter the grand prayer hall: an oasis of calm, and the perfect space for spiritual contemplation and connection with the unseen.
Whilst marvelling at the award-winning architecture, we explore the evolution of this eco-friendly project and furnish you with an appreciation of the concepts behind the craftsmanship that define this incredible space.
This autumn we visit one of the lesser explored parts of Europe that has been blessed with diverse landscapes, hospitable people and a rich culinary tradition.
We begin in the capital Tirana with its vibrant streets and captivating mix of Ottoman, Fascist and Communist era influences. We then head north to Shkodër which has served as an important cultural, educational and economic centre for centuries.
Later we visit the ancient town of Berat which is renowned for its stunning hilltop views and architecture before proceeding south to Gjirokastër, famous for its diverse population, imposing fortress and traditional bazaar. Our adventure is concluded with time to relax on one of the pristine beaches of the Adriatic Sea.
This package covers 4-star accommodation with breakfast, private transport, tour guide and entrance fees to historical sites. Flights are excluded.