HomeWhite Desert & Egypt Oases Tour
This 5-day tour explores Egypt's Western Desert, visiting the Black and White Deserts, ancient Roman temples, and early Christian sites. Experience stunning landscapes and rich history before returning to Cairo.
- Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports.
- Assistance of our guest relations during your stay.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Accommodation for 1 night in Bahariya on Half board.
- Accommodation for 1 night camping in White Desert or in a hotel in Farafra on Half board.
- Accommodation for 1 night in Dakhla Oasis on Half board.
- Accommodation for 1 night in Kharga Oasis on Half board.
- All transfers inside the White desert by jeep 4x4.
- Transfers from Cairo to Kharga Oasis by a private A/C vehicle.
- Private English-speaking guide
- All sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary.
- Domestic flight Kharga Oasis - Cairo.
- Meals as mentioned in the above itinerary.
- Bottled water during your trip.
- Portage when needed.
- All service charges and taxes.
- International airfare.
- Entry visa to Egypt.
- Any optional tours.
- Personal spending.
- Tipping.
At 07:00, your tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo and transfer you to Bahariya Oasis, located approximately 360 km east of Cairo. The journey takes around 4 hours, and lunch will be served upon arrival in Bahariya Oasis. You will then visit the Golden Mummy Hall, showcasing fascinating mummies, followed by a tour of two tombs from the 26th dynasty at the extensive burial site in Bahariya Oasis. Explore the Tomb of Bannantiu, one of the most notable in the area. To conclude your day, enjoy a climb up to the English House, offering spectacular views of the surrounding desert.
Overnight in Bahariya oasis.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, continue your journey to explore the Black Desert and the natural hot spring at El Haize (St. George Oasis). Next, visit the striking quartz crystals at Crystal Mountain, followed by the unique rock formations in the Valley of Agabat. Continue to the White Desert National Park, one of Egypt’s most famous desert destinations. The park is renowned for its otherworldly, wind-sculpted rock formations, including massive mushroom-shaped structures and pebbles, unlike anything found in other deserts. You’ll then have the option to camp under the stars in the White Desert or enjoy an overnight stay at the Farafra Oasis hotel, depending on availability.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Farafra Oasis, where you can explore the unique mud brick museum created by local artist Badr. From Farafra, continue your journey to Dakhla, which takes around 3 hours. Upon arrival, visit the Roman Temple of Deir El Hagar, set in a peaceful and scenic location, followed by a visit to the Roman burial site of Mezzawaqqa. Next, explore the Islamic Village of Al Qasr, located about 35 km from Mut, where you can see the ruins of an Ayubid mosque, offering a fascinating insight into Egypt's Islamic heritage.
Overnight in Dakhla at Oasis Style Hut.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, travel to Kharga Oasis to visit the Roman Temple of Hibis and the Temple of Nadura, viewing them from the outside. Then, head to the nearby Bagawat Cemetery, home to an early Christian burial site with chapels adorned with stunning murals. Next, visit the National Museum of the New Valley, where you can learn more about the region’s history and cultural heritage.
Overnight in your hotel in Kharga
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast
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1540
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2185
We make a donation to the Magdi Yacoub Heart Foundation for each booking reserved.
Per Person in Sterling Per Tour and can be paid in US$ or Euros by credit card via a secure payment system with no extra surcharge. Current prices are valid until April 30, 2026. excluding Easter and Christmas Holidays.
In case you cancel your trip, the following scale of charges will be applied:
- From the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date, 15% of the entire tour price will be charged.
- 35% of the tour price if you cancel 60-31 days before arrival.
- 50% of the tour price if you cancel 30-15 days before arrival.
- 100% of the tour price if you cancel 14-1 days before arrival.
Additionally, airlines charge their fees which are subject to the airlines' terms and conditions, and there's also a 5% bank fee on refunds.The cancellation policy may vary significantly for groups or unique itinerary.
Up to 2 years: FREE
Age from 2 and below 6 years: 25% of adult price
Age from 6 up to 11 years: 50% of adult price
Ages 12 and Up: adult price.
Note: Children's policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents. If your tour package includes airfare then extra charges for your children may apply.
Early Reservations are advised to avoid disappointment in securing your spaces. Booking is secured upon receipt of a 25% deposit. During the Christmas holidays, packages require a deposit of 50%. forming part of your final payment. Packages and vacations which include International flights will require the full flight cost and deposit (25% or 50%) due to the regulations of the Airlines that require full payment.
- Transportation:
Transport for all tours included: domestic flights, trains, and air-conditioned vehicles by road. Wi-Fi, Bottled water and an ice box are all included whilst travelling by road. All are new vehicles with the latest design and technology.
- Tour Guides:
Are available to assist you with transfers to and from Airports, and Hotels assisting at Airports with visas, tickets, and luggage. All tours of the sites in Egypt include the constant guidance of a highly qualified Egyptologist Tour Guide.
- Travelling with Children:
Children delight in touring the Pyramids, Temples and Tombs in Egypt as often it is part of their school study programme. Memphis Tours offers packages to suit all ages with excellent combined multi-location destinations such as Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Nile Cruise and the Red Sea Resorts.
- Wheelchair Travellers:
Specially adapted Nile Cruise boat MS Amarco 1 has all amenities for wheelchairs and special assistance for customers on the boat and disembarking for tours. Assistance from the Boat Crew and Tour Guides is always ready and available.
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