Day 1: Cairo to the White Desert

• Departure & Scenic Drive: Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your Cairo hotel. Settle into a private, air-conditioned vehicle for a scenic drive through the desert plateau towards the Bahariya Oasis, approximately four hours away.

• Desert Exploration by 4×4: Switch to rugged 4×4 vehicles to truly venture off-road. Your first stop is the dramatic Black Desert, named for its volcanic hills and dark, pebble-strewn sands that create an otherworldly, lunar landscape. Continue to a local spot in El Haize Oasis for a refreshing lunch.

• Natural Wonders: After lunch, rejuvenate with a swim in a natural hot spring. Then, discover the sparkling Crystal Mountain, a stunning natural arch and rock formation glittering with thousands of quartz crystal veins. Traverse the beautiful Aqabat Valley, where the sand is sprinkled with golden, flower-like formations of iron pyrite.

• White Desert Sunset & Camp: Arrive at the breathtaking White Desert National Park in the late afternoon. Wander among its surreal, wind-carved chalk rock formations that resemble giant mushrooms, towering sphinxes, and abstract sculptures. Witness a spectacular desert sunset before helping to set up your comfortable campsite.

• Desert Night: As darkness falls, enjoy a traditional barbecue dinner cooked over an open fire. Then, simply lie back and gaze up at an unimaginably vast canopy of stars in the clear desert sky—an experience of profound peace and beauty.

Day 2: White Desert to Cairo

• Desert Dawn: Wake early to experience the serene magic of dawn in the White Desert. Watch as the first rays of sun paint the chalk formations in soft hues of pink, orange, and gold, transforming the landscape once again.

• Breakfast & Farewell: Enjoy a hearty breakfast prepared by your camp team amidst the serene, silent beauty of the desert. Take one last peaceful walk to absorb the tranquility and unique scenery before beginning your journey back.

• Return to Cairo: Board the 4x4s for the return drive to Bahariya Oasis, where you’ll switch back to your private vehicle. Relax on the drive back to Cairo, with drop-off at your hotel in the late afternoon, filled with memories of an unforgettable desert escape.

What’s Included

✔ Private transfers from Cairo in air-conditioned vehicles
✔ 4×4 desert safari with professional driver
✔ 1 night camping in the White Desert with barbecue dinner & breakfast
✔ Meals as per itinerary (lunch, dinner, breakfast)
✔ All entrance fees to mentioned sites
✔ Egyptologist guide throughout

What’s Not Included

✘ International flights
✘ Drinks during meals
✘ Tips for guide, driver & staff