8-Day Cairo, Bahariya Oasis & White Desert Adventure

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7 Nights | From Ancient Wonders to Desert Magic

Descrption Of Package

An Immersive Journey through Egypt’s Heritage & Nature

This private 8-day journey offers the perfect balance between Egypt’s timeless treasures and its breathtaking natural landscapes. Begin in Cairo, exploring the legendary pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, and Dahshur, before venturing into the Bahariya Oasis and the surreal landscapes of the White Desert, where chalk formations sculpted by the wind create a dreamlike atmosphere. Return to Cairo for an immersion in the city’s rich Coptic and Islamic heritage, and marvel at the priceless artifacts of the Egyptian Museum.

An unforgettable experience where history and nature intertwine.

What’s Included

✔ 7 nights in handpicked hotels (Cairo & Bahariya)
✔ 1 magical night camping in the White Desert
✔ All transfers in private, air-conditioned vehicles
✔ 4×4 desert safari with professional driver
✔ Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
✔ Egyptologist guide throughout

Not Included

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

Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Cairo

Meet & assist at Cairo Airport.
Private transfer to your hotel.
Overnight stay in Cairo.

Day 2 – Memphis, Saqqara & Dahshur

Explore Memphis, the first capital of unified Egypt, with its colossal statue of Ramses II.
Visit Saqqara, home to Djoser’s Step Pyramid — the world’s first monumental stone building.
Discover the pyramids of Dahshur, including the Red and Bent Pyramids, precursors of the Giza pyramids.
Overnight in Cairo.

Day 3 – Giza Plateau & Egyptian Museum

Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, icons of Egypt’s pharaonic power.
Explore the Egyptian Museum, with treasures from Tutankhamun and millennia of ancient history.
Overnight in Cairo.

Day 4 – Cairo to Bahariya Oasis & White Desert (410 km)

Journey by private car to Bahariya Oasis.
Switch to 4x4s for a desert adventure:
- Black Desert with its volcanic peaks.
- Crystal Mountain, sparkling with quartz formations.
- Aqabat Valley, dotted with desert “flowers” of black pyrite.
Continue to the White Desert, a surreal landscape of chalk formations shaped like mushrooms and sphinxes.
Barbecue dinner & overnight under the stars in the desert.

Day 5 – White Desert to Bahariya Oasis (80 km)

Sunrise walk amid the dazzling white formations.
Return to Bahariya Oasis.
Lunch at a traditional restaurant and stroll through vineyards, date palm groves, and mud-brick villages.
Relax in a natural hot spring.
Sunset from the English Mountain or the Black Mountain.
Dinner & overnight at Bahariya hotel.

Day 6 – Bahariya Oasis to Cairo

Breakfast and return drive to Cairo.
Overnight in Cairo.

Day 7 – Coptic & Islamic Cairo

Explore the Coptic Quarter: Hanging Church, St. Sergius, and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Visit the Saladin Citadel and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali.
Admire the Mosques of Sultan Hassan & El-Rifai, masterpieces of Islamic architecture.
End the day wandering the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, Cairo’s most famous souk.
Overnight in Cairo.

Day 8 – Departure

Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Cairo International Airport for your flight.

This 8-day journey combines the magic of ancient Egypt with the breathtaking beauty of the desert — a perfect escape for travelers seeking both adventure and cultural depth.