Egypt Tour Packages

White Desert & Bahariya Overnight

Take an overnight 4x4 safari from Cairo through Bahariya Oasis, the Black Desert and Crystal Mountain to the White Desert's chalk formations.

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Chalk rock formations in Egypt’s White Desert
Natural chalk formations in Egypt’s White Desert. The local route depends on the confirmed arrangements and conditions. Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg. License: CC BY 4.0.
2 days · 1 nightBahariya & White DesertPrivate planningFrom USD 85

A closer look.

Travel from Cairo to Bahariya Oasis, then continue by four-wheel drive through the Black Desert and Crystal Mountain to the White Desert.

Spend the night camping among the chalk formations. Your quotation confirms the route, camping arrangements, meals and return transfer.

  • Overnight 4x4 safari from Cairo
  • Bahariya Oasis date palm groves
  • Volcanic hills of the Black Desert
  • Quartz formations at Crystal Mountain
  • Chalk sculptures of the White Desert

Your itinerary.

A proposed sequence to discuss, with availability and practical arrangements confirmed before booking.

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Day 1 · Bahariya Oasis Exploration and White Desert Adventure

Drive from Cairo to Bahariya Oasis and switch into a 4x4 vehicle. Cross the volcanic Black Desert and Crystal Mountain, arriving among the surreal chalk monoliths of the White Desert for dinner under the stars.

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Day 2 · Return to Cairo via Bahariya Oasis

Wake to sunrise over the White Desert sculptures. After breakfast, travel back through Bahariya Oasis to rejoin the highway for your private vehicle transfer back to Cairo.

Included in the proposal.

  • Private air-conditioned road transfers from the agreed Bahariya & White Desert pickup point and back
  • Private guiding or excursion coordination in the language confirmed in your quotation
  • Planning and coordination for the route in your confirmed itinerary
  • Overnight hotel or cruise accommodation for 1 night only when the specific properties and meal basis are confirmed in your quotation

Not included unless quoted.

  • International airfares, Egyptian entry visas, and travel insurance
  • Entrance fees, pyramid-interior tickets, special tomb tickets (including Tutankhamun's tomb) and optional activities, unless listed as included in your quotation
  • Domestic flights, train tickets and overnight hotel stays, unless listed as included in your quotation
  • Meals, drinks, personal purchases and optional equipment hire, unless listed as included
  • Gratuities for guides, drivers, and crew

The practical details.

Package Pricing per Person (USD)

Double / Twin Occupancy: $85 per person | Single Room / Cabin: $123 | Triple Room: $81 per person. Children (under 12 sharing with adults) receive a 50% discount. Rates include scheduled accommodation, domestic guiding, and transfers as detailed in the proposal.

Walking, steps and sun protection

Expect steps, uneven ground and time in the sun at archaeological sites and desert stops. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and bring water and sun protection. Tell us about any walking or access needs before the route is confirmed.

Photos and confirmed arrangements

Photos illustrate the destinations on this route. Your quotation confirms the transport, accommodation and tickets included in your booking; a photograph does not identify a particular vehicle, hotel room or cruise ship.

The written quotation takes precedence over this suggested programme. Check the final services, guiding arrangements and any optional costs before confirming.

Good to know.

How is package pricing calculated?

Rates start from $85 per person based on double occupancy. Single room/cabin supplements ($123) and triple room savings ($81 per person) apply. Final quotes reflect verified hotel and vessel availability.

Are monument entrance tickets and meals included automatically?

Check your quotation for the entrance tickets, boat crossings, meals and transport included in the price. The itinerary shows the proposed visits; any extra tickets or services are confirmed separately before booking.

Can pickup times and pacing be adjusted for our group?

Yes. We can discuss pickup times, breaks and time at each stop when planning your private ground arrangements. Changes need to fit your hotel location, any flight or ship schedule and the time available for the visits.

Where will we be picked up?

The airport, station, or hotel pickup point stated in your confirmed itinerary. Your exact meeting details are agreed before travel.

How is my booking confirmed?

Send an enquiry first. We review availability and provide a written quotation with the itinerary, services, price and booking conditions. Sending the form does not reserve a service.

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