Egypt Desert Safari Tours | White Desert Tour Egypt

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.

Included:

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.

Excluded:

International airfare.
Entry visa to Egypt.
Any optional tours.
Personal spending.
Tipping.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Transfer from Cairo to Bahariya Oasis

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

Day 2: White & Black Deserts

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

Day 3: White Desert / Farafra / Dakhla

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

Day 4: Dakhla - Kharga Oasis

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

Day 5: Kharga to Cairo

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kharga Oasis Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, your tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport before transferring you to your hotel for check-in.

Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast

N.B : Throughout the trip, your guide has the right to unpredictable weather conditions, impassable wadis concern constitutions of other passengers, vehicle breakdowns, etc. switch the route in the interest of your own safety if he sees fit. We therefore ask for your understanding as we can not guarantee the exact compliance with the order of the trip, according to tender. Goal of the team and our agency, but it is all the program points to achieve.

Accommodation :

Accommodation Plan

Badawiya Hotel Farafra

Desert Lodge Hotel Dakhla