Egypt · Desert Safari

7-Day Egypt Desert Safari from Cairo with Siwa, Bahariya and Luxor

7 Days Round trip from Cairo Easy pace

Camp Stay amidst the White Desert of Bahariya Oasis, Egypt

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Siwa Oasis, including Shali, the Temple of Alexander, and the Temple of Amun
02 See Cleopatra's Spring and the Mountain of the Dead in Siwa
03 Camp in the White Desert among beautiful limestone formations under the stars
04 Visit Dakhla and Kharga oases for Roman-era temples, museums, and historic sites

Experience one of Egypt's most wonderful desert safaris as you explore Siwa and Bahariya oases, travel through the Great White Desert, and admire its fascinating landscapes. Along the way, visit remarkable sites including Cleopatra's Spring from the Roman era, the Mountain of the Dead, the Temple of Amun, Dakrour Mountain, El Kaser, and the Museum of Bader. This 7-day journey combines oasis heritage, archaeological landmarks, and unforgettable desert scenery across some of Egypt's most striking regions.

Experience one of Egypt's most wonderful desert safaris as you explore Siwa and Bahariya oases, travel through the Great White Desert, and admire its fascinating landscapes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Luxury

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities El Kharga, Cairo, Luxor, Siwa Oasis, Bahariya Oasis

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Transfer from Cairo to Siwa Oasis

Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel in Cairo by an air-conditioned vehicle and transferred to Siwa Oasis, which is about 10 hours away.
Arrive there in the afternoon and, after check-in, spend some time at leisure.

Day 02

Discover the Highlights of Siwa Oasis

After breakfast, visit Shali, the old oasis, as well as the Temple of Alexander and the Temple of Amun.
See Cleopatra's Spring, which dates back to the Roman era.
Then drive to the Mountain of the Dead and explore its graves.
Have lunch and explore the salt lake and Dakrour Mountain.
See one of the best sunsets and have dinner at Fitnas Island.

Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03

Journey from Siwa Oasis to Bahariya Oasis

After breakfast, start the journey towards Bahariya Oasis. The transfer in an air-conditioned car will take around 10 hours. A lunch box will be provided on the way.
Arrive in Bahariya for dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04

Bahariya Sights and White Desert Camping

Have breakfast and head to the museum, the Tombs of the Nobles, and the Temple of Ain Mefftela.
See the salt lake, the maroon dunes, the pyramidal mountain, and the English Mountain.
Return to the oasis for lunch and continue to the White Desert, passing through the Black Desert and the village of El Hez to see the cold spring.
Admire Crystal Mountain and the valley with its high limestone rocks.
Drive to the White Desert camping area. On arrival, see the area with beautiful limestone formations, set up your camp for dinner, and spend the night under the stars.

Day 05

Explore Dakhla Oasis and Its Historic Sites

After breakfast, visit the Museum of Bader, which presents its history in its own way.
Continue to Dakhla Oasis. On arrival, see the Temple of Deir El Hagar from the Roman period, Mezzawaqa, the Roman cemetery, and the old Islamic village of El Kaser from the Ayyubid period.

Overnight at Dakhla Oasis.

Day 06

Travel to Kharga Oasis and Visit Ancient Landmarks

After breakfast, drive to Kharga Oasis.
On arrival, visit the museum, the Hibis Temple from the Roman era, and El Nadura, a ruined Roman temple.
Then drive to Bagawat, a cemetery painted with murals that was a Christian burial site.

Dinner and overnight in Kharga Oasis.

Day 07