Egypt · Archaeology

2-Day El Kharga and Al Dakhla Tour from Luxor with Desert Oases

2 Days Round trip from Luxor Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Hibis Temple, one of the most important Egyptian temples in El Kharga
02 Explore Al Bajawat, a group of monumental tombs in the oasis
03 Take a dip in the hot and cold springs and watch the sunset
04 See the Islamic Palace built during the Ayyoubi era in Al Dakhla

Visit the Kharga and Dakhla oases on a comprehensive 2-day tour from Luxor, exploring ancient temples, monumental tombs, historic villages, and striking desert landscapes. Discover important sites such as Hibis Temple, Al Bajawat tombs, and the Islamic Palace from the Ayyoubi era, while also experiencing the region's hot and cold springs. The journey also includes views of the Black Desert and White Desert, making this a varied introduction to Egypt's Western Desert heritage.

Visit Hibis Temple, one of the most important Egyptian temples, as well as Al Bajawat tombs, a group of monumental tombs, Al Nadoura Temple, Al Zayyan Temple, and Al Ghwaytta Temple.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities El Kharga, Luxor

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

From Luxor to El Kharga's Temples and Springs

Meet your local tour guide at your hotel for pick-up and transfer from Luxor.
Arrive at El Kharga Hotel and have lunch.
Visit Hibis Temple, one of the most important Egyptian temples, as well as Al Bajawat tombs, a group of monumental tombs, Al Nadoura Temple, Al Zayyan Temple, and Al Ghwaytta Temple.
Continue to Al Plakha Palace Temple, which includes a large group of historical buildings and more than one temple.
Take a dip in the hot and cold springs and enjoy the sunset.
Have dinner and stay at the hotel for the night.

Day 02

Al Dakhla Oasis, Historic Villages and Desert Landscapes

Enjoy breakfast and head to Al Dakhla Oasis, which has many historical sites.
Start your visit at the Islamic Palat village, which is still well populated and dates back to the Turkish Age.
Continue to the Pharaonic Palat village, which was erected as terraces, and the Temple of Dar Al Hagar, which was built during the Roman age.
Visit the Valley of the Camels, Al Mouzawka tombs, and the Islamic Palace, which was built during the Ayyoubi era.
Have lunch and see the Black Desert and White Desert.

Dinner and overnight at Al Dakhla.

The route