2-Day White Desert New Year's Eve Tour from Cairo with Camping

2 Days Round trip from Hotels in Cairo or Giza Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Celebrate New Year's Eve in a specially prepared White Desert camp
02 Explore the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, and Agabat Valley by 4x4
03 Enjoy a Bedouin grill dinner with live mizmar and tabla music
04 Count down to 2027 beneath the stars with a safe fireworks show
05 Watch the first sunrise of 2027 among the White Desert's chalk formations
06 Photograph Mushroom Rock and Chicken Rock on New Year's Day

Welcome 2027 in Egypt's White Desert on a shared 2-day celebration from Cairo or Giza. Travel with our local Bahariya Oasis team by air-conditioned van and 4x4 convoy through the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, and Agabat Valley before watching the last sunset of 2026 among the chalk formations. Our festive camp is prepared especially for 31 December 2026 with warm lights, carpets, a Bedouin grill dinner, live mizmar and tabla music, games, and dancing. Count down under the stars with a safe fireworks show, then wake for the first sunrise of 2027, breakfast, and visits to Mushroom Rock and Chicken Rock.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Cairo, Giza, Bahariya Oasis

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Cairo to Bahariya and New Year's Eve in the White Desert

7:00 AM - Pickup from an included Cairo or Giza zone and drive about 4 to 4.5 hours to Bahariya Oasis in an air-conditioned van with the shared group.

Midday - Enjoy a home-style lunch in Bahariya, then transfer to 4x4 vehicles with experienced local drivers.

Afternoon - Explore the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, and Agabat Valley, with time for panoramic views and photographs.

Sunset - Watch the last sunset of 2026 among the White Desert chalk formations, then arrive at our festive camp with lights, carpets, cushions, a big fire, and a welcome drink.

Evening and Midnight - Share a Bedouin grill dinner with lamb and chicken, rice, salads, warm bread, and tea. Celebrate with live mizmar and tabla music, desert games, and dancing. Count down to 2027 together and watch a safe fireworks show over the rocks.

Overnight - Sleep in the festive White Desert National Park camp with mattresses, sleeping bags, and blankets.

Day 02

First Sunrise of 2027 and Return to Cairo

Sunrise - Wake up for the first sunrise of 2027 over the White Desert and enjoy breakfast at camp.

Morning - Visit Mushroom Rock and Chicken Rock for photographs among the famous chalk formations.

Midday - Return to Bahariya Oasis for lunch.

Afternoon - Drive back to Cairo or Giza in the air-conditioned group vehicle, arriving in the evening.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Pickup and drop-off in the included Cairo and Giza zones
Air-conditioned shared transport to Bahariya Oasis and back
4x4 desert convoy with experienced local drivers
One night in the festive White Desert camp
Tents, mattresses, sleeping bags, and blankets
Live Bedouin band, games, and New Year's Eve celebration
Safe fireworks show
Bedouin grill dinner, breakfast, and lunch on both days
Drinking water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee during the trip
White Desert National Park entrance fees and desert permits
Licensed local guide and celebration team

What's Not Included

Tips for the guide, drivers, and camp team (optional)
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Alcoholic drinks
Travel insurance
Pickup or drop-off outside the included Cairo and Giza zones unless agreed separately

What to bring

Warm jacket, hat, and layered clothing
Comfortable closed shoes
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Personal medication and toiletries
Passport or a copy of your identification
Camera or phone with a power bank
Small overnight bag

Know before you go

This is a fixed shared departure on 31 December 2026-1 January 2027.
Desert nights in late December can be close to 0°C; warm layers are essential.
The route and timing may be adjusted for road, weather, or park conditions.
4x4 vehicles usually carry 4 to 6 guests with a local driver.
Children aged 0-5 join free; ages 6-10 pay $90; ages 11+ pay the full adult price.
Downtown Cairo, Zamalek, Giza, and hotels near the Pyramids are included pickup zones. Other areas may have an additional transfer cost.
Vegetarian and dietary requests should be shared in advance.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Pickup from your hotel or an agreed location in the included Cairo and Giza zones at approximately 7:00 AM. Exact pickup time is confirmed before departure.

Tour start

Hotels in Cairo or Giza

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.