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Desert safari

Siwa Oasis, Bahariya Oasis & Fayoum – 8 Days / 7 Nights

From $900 per person
Duration
8 Days / 7 Nights
Runs
Every day
Type
Private, just your group
Booking
Confirmed within 24 hours
Places
Cairo, Siwa Oasis , Fayoum , White Desert & Bahariya Oasis

Overview

Explore Egypt’s Western Desert on an 8-day tour covering Siwa Oasis, Bahariya Oasis, and Fayoum, with visits to ancient temples, salt lakes, desert springs, and traditional villages. Enjoy 4x4 desert safaris, sandboarding, the Black and White Deserts, Crystal Mountain, Magic Lake, and Wadi El Rayan waterfalls. Discover Wadi Al-Hitan (Valley of the Whales) and Tunis Village before returning to Cairo.

Day 1: Cairo – Siwa Oasis Depart from Cairo and drive to Siwa Oasis. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel or eco-lodge, enjoy dinner, and relax overnight.


Day 2: Siwa Oasis Sightseeing Visit the Mountain of the Dead, the Temple of the Oracle, the Temple of Amun at Umm Ubayda, Cleopatra’s Spring, and Siwa Salt Lakes. Explore Siwa town and its traditional market, then enjoy sunset at Fatnas Island.


Day 3: Siwa Desert Safari Enjoy a 4x4 desert safari through the Great Sand Sea, visit desert springs, experience sandboarding, and relax at a natural hot spring. Enjoy sunset over the dunes and return to Siwa for overnight accommodation.


Day 4: Siwa – Marsa Matrouh – Cairo Depart Siwa and travel toward Cairo, with an optional stop in Marsa Matrouh for a short coastal visit. Arrive in Cairo and overnight at a hotel.


Day 5: Cairo – Bahariya Oasis – Black Desert – White Desert Travel to Bahariya Oasis, then explore the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, and the White Desert. Enjoy a 4x4 safari, visit spectacular chalk formations, have a Bedouin-style dinner, and camp overnight under the stars.


Day 6: White Desert – Bahariya Oasis – Cairo Wake up to the desert sunrise and breakfast. Continue exploring the White Desert before returning to Bahariya Oasis, then transfer back to Cairo for overnight accommodation.


Day 7: Cairo – Fayoum Oasis Travel to Fayoum and visit Wadi El Rayan waterfalls, Magic Lake, and the sand dunes. Explore the surrounding desert landscapes and enjoy sunset before overnight accommodation in Fayoum.


Day 8: Fayoum – Wadi Al-Hitan – Tunis Village – Cairo Visit Wadi Al-Hitan (Valley of the Whales), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore its fossil displays and desert scenery. Continue to Tunis Village, known for pottery workshops and traditional crafts, then return to Cairo.

  • Oasis lodge and hot springs in Bahariya
  • Black Desert and Crystal Mountain
  • Sunset and a night in the White Desert
  • Marsa Matrouh
  • Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls
  • Magic Lake
  • Wadi Al-Hitan (Valley of the Whales)
  • Mountain of the Dead
  • Temple of the Oracle
  • Temple of Amun at Umm Ubayda
  • Cleopatra’s Spring
  • Siwa town and its traditional market
  • Siwa Salt Lakes
  • Fatnas Island

Where and when

Location: White Desert

Sessions: 07:00

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle and 4×4
  • 7 night desert camp
  • All meals from lunch on day 1 to breakfast on day 8, and bottled water
  • National park fees and listed sightseeing
  • Guide

Not included

  • Tips
  • Personal expenses
  • Anything not listed as included

Photos

Your route

  1. Cairo & GizaPyramids · then by private car
  2. Siwathen by private car
  3. Fayoumthen by private car
  4. White Desert
  • Stop
  • By road
  • Famous sight

Good to know

When is the best time to visit Egypt?

October to April is the most comfortable time, with warm days and cool evenings, so it is also the busiest and highest-priced season. May to September is hot, especially in Luxor and Aswan, but sights are quieter and prices are lower. We plan summer days around early starts and a long midday break. Christmas and New Year sell out early.

What is included in the price?

Each trip lists exactly what is included and what is not. In general our prices include private transport, a private Egyptologist guide, entrance fees for the listed sites, hotels or cruise as described, and the meals shown. International flights, visas, tips, drinks and optional extras are not included.

Are your trips private or in a group?

All our trips are private: just you and the people you travel with, your own guide and your own driver. You never share a vehicle or a guide with strangers. Nile cruise ships are shared with other guests, but your sightseeing on shore is private.

Is Egypt a good trip for children?

Yes. Children love the pyramids, felucca sails and the Red Sea. Children aged 2 to 11 pay 50% of the adult price on most trips, and under-2s travel free. Tell us their ages and we will plan shorter visits, pool time and family rooms.

Can you plan a slower pace or help with limited mobility?

Yes. Because every trip is private, we can plan shorter days, more rest and fewer stairs. Some ancient sites have uneven ground and steps, so please tell us about any mobility needs when you ask for a quote and we will be honest about what is practical.

How does tipping work in Egypt?

Tipping is part of daily life in Egypt and is not included in our prices. Small tips for drivers, guides, cruise crews and hotel staff are customary; your planner will send you a simple guide with typical amounts before you travel, so you are never left guessing.

Can I reach you on WhatsApp during my trip?

Yes. Once you book, you get a WhatsApp number for your planner and a local contact on the ground. Message us any time during your trip if something needs changing.

Hi, I'm Tarek. I'll plan your trip with you.We are available 24/7

From / person

$900

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