Best 2-Day Cairo to White Desert & Bahariya Oasis Tour

Duration

2 Days

Tour Type

Private

Tour Price: From 200€

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Overview

Ready for a truly out-of-this-world adventure? This 2-Day Cairo to White Desert & Bahariya Oasis Tour is your escape into a landscape where you will feel like you’re on another planet.

Unveil the world of natural miracles, traversing the volcanic marvel with eerie, charcoal-colored landscapes, the Black Desert, where you can take unbelievable photos.

Relax amid the refreshing cold spring of El Heiz Village, and explore the glistening beauty of Crystal Mountain. Lose yourself in Aqabat Valley with its surreal, scattered stone shapes.

Feel the rush of sandboarding down towering dunes. Discover the surreal moonscape of chalk-white rock formations of the New White Desert—like the iconic Mushroom and Rabbit—that awaits.

Your evening will be nothing short of extraordinary: a delicious BBQ dinner under an endless sky ablaze with stars, revealing the entire Milky Way in an unprecedented view.

Delve into the charming nature of the friendly locals and be treated to authentic, home-cooked Bedouin cuisine that will ignite your taste buds.

This is a must-do for any adventurer seeking an unforgettable Egyptian experience with door-to-door AC transportation, cozy accommodation, and an expert tour guide throughout the tour.

Included

Pickup from Cairo by private A/C vehicle
Professional private tour guide
Transfers to and from Bahariya Oasis
4x4 Jeep desert tour with local guide
Visit to Bahariya Oasis and Bedouin house
Meals as mentioned in the program
Sandboarding

Excluded

Personal expenses
Optional activities not mentioned in the program

Itinerary

Day 1: Journey to Bahariya Oasis & Desert Safari

Your extraordinary adventure begins with a comfortable pickup from your selected location in Cairo.

Board a modern, air-conditioned vehicle with an expert captain and a knowledgeable tour guide, setting off for the mesmerizing Bahariya Oasis.

Enjoy a scenic journey with a couple of stops for refreshments before arriving at Bahariya Oasis.

Once arriving at Bahryia, head to a local simple Bedouin house, where you'll savor a delicious, fresh-cooked meal with unforgettable local flavors prepared with authentic Bedouin hospitality.

Next, switch to a 4x4 vehicle and embark on the otherworldly landscapes.

Your first stop is the Black Desert, a truly otherworldly landscape with easy-to-climb hills and black-topped mountains created by ancient volcanic activity ___ all covered in black powder.

Continue to El Heiz Village to relax in a cold spring. Then, witness the glistening wonder of Crystal Mountain, where you'll find dazzling pieces of quartz scattered across the landscape.

The journey continues to Aqabat Valley, a surreal "ocean floor" with scattered stone shapes. After that, enjoy a short walking tour and feel the thrill of sandboarding down the dunes.

As the day winds down, you'll visit the Old White Desert for panoramic views before heading to your campsite in the New White Desert.

Settle in for a magical evening, complete with a unique BBQ dinner, a joyful Bedouin festival, and an unparalleled view of the night sky, with the entire Milky Way visible in all its glory.

Meals:

Lunch and Dinner.

Day 2: Desert Adventure & Return to Cairo

Wake up to a serene morning in the heart of the desert. Take time for a peaceful meditation, healing your soul in the pure, quiet nature, followed by a delicious breakfast.

After your meal, your adventure continues as you explore the enchanting landscapes of the White Desert; take breathtaking photos with the iconic chalk-white rock formations, shaped over millions of years into magnificent figures like the Rabbit, Mushroom, and World Cup formations.

Before your return journey to Cairo, you'll head back to the local guide's house for another Bedouin lunch meal.

Finally, take your comfortable, air-conditioned seat in the modern vehicle for a relaxing ride back to Cairo after creating unforgettable memories of your incredible desert escape.

Meals:

Breakfast and Lunch.

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