Highlights
- Sightsee the wonders of Bahariya Oasis
- Experience the unique views of Crystal Mountain
- Feel the ambience of the White Desert National Park
- Enjoy overnight camping and discover the beauty of the desert at night
- Discover the historic English Mountain that witnessed World War I
Description
Day 1: Cairo to Bahariya Oasis, White Desert Tour
Your exhilarating trip to the White Desert and Bahariya Oasis will commence with a prompt pickup from your hotel or selected location in Cairo or Giza. Your driver will then take you to the Bahariya Oasis, which is 4 hours away from Cairo. Once you arrive at your destination, you will meet your tour guide and you will be served lunch at a local restaurant.
You will then be taken to the Black Desert, famous for its black volcanic hills and dolerite rocks. Later, visit the Bedouin valley and you will have the chance to swim in the sulfur water.
Next, head to Crystal Mountain in the Agabat Valley, to admire the deposits of quartz crystals. Then we will stop to enjoy sandboarding.
Head to the White Desert National Park where you can see the elegant wind-carved rock formations and discover the Valley of the Tents where you can see the rocks in the form of tents. Then you will be taken to the White Desert campsite, where you will be served a delicious dinner.
Day 2: Bahariya Oasis Tour, Drive back to Cairo
You will start your day with breakfast at the campsite. Next, depart for Bahariya Oasis to visit the English Mountain where World War I took place. Then visit the sand dunes and the salt lake of Bawiti. Later, enjoy your lunch at Bahariya Oasis, before heading back to Cairo or Giza.
Includes
Pickup and drop off at your selected hotel or location in Cairo or Giza
Entrance fees for the historical places mentioned above
Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
4x4 transportation to the White and Black Deserts
Overnight camping stay in the desert for 1 night
Breakfast, 2 lunches, and dinner
Professional and licensed tour guide
Bottled mineral water
All taxes and service charges
Excludes
Any extra services or expenses not mentioned above
Tipping (not mandatory)
Personal expenses
Important Information
- The duration of the tour includes both pickup and drop-off services but it may vary depending on the city traffic
- You will sleep in tents, and there is no toilet facility. You will experience a natural desert life. However, we will provide everything you need to make your experience as comfortable as possible
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible
- A minimum of 2 people is required to operate the shared tour. The shared tour can be canceled or rescheduled if the minimum group size is not met
- Pickup is available from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza. The long-range pickup service from Nasr City, Cairo Airport, Heliopolis City, Mirage City, Rehab City, Madinaty, New Cairo, New Capital hotels, or 6th of October City is available to book at the checkout process as an 'Add-on'
- It is recommended to have travel insurance
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund