Egypt · Desert Safari

6-Day Desert Safari in Bahariya Oasis and White Desert from Cairo

6 Days Round trip from Heliopolis Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Enjoy a desert safari through Bahariya Oasis
  • 02 See the tomb of Benantui from the 26th Egyptian dynasty
  • 03 Witness the unique white-coloured rock formations of the White Desert
  • 04 Explore the raw old beauty of El-Qasr village
  • 05 Watch the sunset over the salt lake near the hot springs

Embark on a journey through the highlights of the Egyptian deserts, exploring El-Bahariya Oasis, an ancient site that served as an economic and cultural centre throughout Egypt's history. Discover the White Desert and its striking white-coloured landscapes, visit the ancient settlement of El-Qasr village to witness local life, and enjoy a beautiful sunset over the salt lake near the hot springs.

Discover the White Desert and its striking white-coloured landscapes, visit the ancient settlement of El-Qasr village to witness local life, and enjoy a beautiful sunset over the salt lake near the hot springs.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Cairo, Bahariya Oasis
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Cairo

  • Meet the tour guide upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, where a tour representative will escort you to the hotel. At the hotel, the tour manager will assist with a smooth check-in and review your holiday itinerary with you to establish and confirm pick-up times for each tour.

Welcome drinks included.

Overnight in Cairo.

2
Day 02

Cairo to El Bahariya Oasis

  • Depart from Cairo to El Bahariya Oasis (385 km), about a four-hour drive, and visit the little museum in Bawiti with some fascinating local finds.
  • Enter the marvellous and refreshingly original tomb of Benantui from the 26th dynasty.
  • Head to the Amasis chapels, which are being preserved in an unusually sympathetic style, and the Temple of Alexander.
  • Drive to visit the English House and the hot springs, and watch the sun go down over the salt lake.

Overnight camping.
(Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner included)

3
Day 03

Journey to the White Desert

  • Have breakfast, and in the morning, drive towards the incredible White Desert.
  • Stop at the Crystal Mountain and Black Mountain on the way, have lunch, and reach the White Desert, admiring the unique limestone structures.

Overnight camp in the White Desert.
(Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner)

4
Day 04

Farafra, Dakhla and Yellow Desert Safari

  • Have breakfast and visit the Oasis of Farafra.
  • Continue driving to reach Dakhla. On the way, visit the picturesque village of El Qasr, Deir El Hagar, and the Roman burial ground of Mozawaka.
  • Drive to the painted rock at the Yellow Desert.

Overnight camp in Dakhla.
(Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner included)

5
Day 05

Dakhla to Cairo via Bahariya

  • Have breakfast in Dakhla and drive back to Bahariya.
  • Have lunch in Bahariya and drive back to your hotel in Cairo.

Overnight in Cairo
(Meal: breakfast included)

6
Day 06

Departure from Cairo

  • Have breakfast at the hotel, and our representative will transfer you to the airport and assist you through the final departure formalities.

(Meals: breakfast included)

El-Bahariya Oasis, White Desert, El-Qasr village, salt lake near the hot springs

Where this trip takes you

El-Bahariya Oasis, White Desert, El-Qasr village, salt lake near the hot springs

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Heliopolis 2 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 2 nights of hotel accommodation in Cairo on a bed and breakfast basis
  • 3 nights of desert safari camping on a full-board basis
  • All transfers in Cairo and the oasis
  • Multilingual expert Egyptologist guide
  • All tours and excursions by air-conditioned car
  • Meet-and-assist service at all your destinations
  • All visits include entrance fees
  • All taxes and services

What's Not Included

  • International flights and visa
  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Gratuities

What to bring

  • You must bring a valid photo ID to verify your name and age.

Know before you go

  • The tour price is as follows:
    • The tour price per adult for a single room is USD 1100.
    • The tour price per adult for a double-sharing room is USD 990.
    • The tour price per adult for a triple-sharing room is USD 900.
  • Please refer to your itinerary for redemption instructions.
  • Please be ready 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time.
  • Please inform us of your hotel name, address, or arrival flight number, airline, and time 48 hours before the start of your activity.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cairo, Egypt
Tour start
Heliopolis, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 days finish where they began, in Heliopolis.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $900.00 — $1,100.00
Double Sharing $900.00 — $990.00

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