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1Airport meet-and-assist, private transfer and hotel check-in. Evening free or optional Nile dinner cruise.
Egypt Tours Club · Cairo & Western Desert Adventure
5-Day Cairo & Bahariya Oasis Tour
A private five-day journey combining Cairo’s iconic monuments and historic quarters with Bahariya Oasis, the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain and a memorable White Desert expedition with Bedouin-style camping under the stars.
5 days / 4 nights
Cairo start & finish
Private · Culture · 4x4 Desert Safari
Journey Overview
Cairo → Giza & Historic Cairo → Bahariya Oasis → Black Desert → Crystal Mountain → White Desert → Cairo
Journey Overview
Cairo’s ancient heritage and the Western Desert in one immersive five-day adventure
5 Days
12Visit the Pyramids and Sphinx, Old Coptic Cairo, Saladin Citadel and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.
3Travel west to Bahariya, explore desert scenery including the Black Desert and Crystal Mountain, then enjoy a Bedouin camp night.
4Explore the surreal chalk formations of the White Desert, then return by road to Cairo for your final hotel night.
5Hotel check-out, private airport transfer and departure assistance according to your flight schedule.
Tour Highlights
Ancient monuments, oasis landscapes and one unforgettable night beneath the desert sky
Ancient EgyptPyramids of Giza
Stand before the Great Pyramids and Sphinx on Egypt’s most iconic archaeological plateau.
Coptic & Islamic HeritageHistoric Cairo
Explore Old Coptic Cairo, Saladin Citadel and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.
Western Desert GatewayBahariya Oasis
Travel through palm-fringed oasis scenery and into one of Egypt’s most dramatic desert regions.
Volcanic LandscapeBlack Desert
See dark basalt-capped hills rising dramatically from the Western Desert.
Natural GeologyCrystal Mountain
Discover sparkling quartz formations and one of Bahariya’s most distinctive geological landmarks.
Desert ExpeditionWhite Desert Camping
Experience surreal chalk formations, open-air desert atmosphere and a night in a Bedouin-style camp.
What to Expect
A private cultural journey that shifts from city sightseeing to remote 4x4 desert exploration
Active · Adventure
Private Egyptologist guiding
A private Egyptologist guide accompanies the confirmed sightseeing and desert journey.
4x4 desert expedition
The formal inclusions specify desert 4x4 vehicles for the Bahariya and White Desert expedition.
Mixed accommodation
The formal inclusions confirm 3 nights in selected 4-star hotels plus 1 night desert camping.
Long road distances
Cairo–Bahariya–Cairo is completed by road, with extended desert driving and changing terrain.
Camping experience
Expect a simpler overnight setup than a hotel, with desert conditions, open-air dining and basic camp facilities.
Additional Information
Important practical details before your Cairo and White Desert journey
The formal inclusions confirm 3 nights in carefully selected 4-star hotels plus 1 night in a desert camp/Bedouin tent.
The formal inclusions list complimentary lunch for 3 days. Day 3 also includes a traditional desert dinner at the camp. Drinks are excluded unless specifically confirmed.
Private modern air-conditioned vehicles are included for transfers and road travel; 4x4 desert vehicles are used for the safari sections.
A private Egyptologist guide and entrance fees to all listed archaeological sites and museums are included.
Bring warm layers for desert evenings, sun protection, closed shoes, a small overnight bag and any personal medication needed for the camp night.
For Coptic and Islamic sites in Cairo, modest clothing is recommended; shoulders and knees should be covered.
Unlimited bottled water during transfers is explicitly included in the package.
Extra Fees & Optional Add-ons
Experiences and extensions available beyond the confirmed programme
On request
Pyramid interior tickets
Entry inside a pyramid requires a separate ticket beyond the standard Giza site admission.
ExtraNile dinner cruise
An optional Nile dinner cruise with buffet and entertainment may be added on the arrival evening.
OptionalCairo evening experiences
Cairo by Night, quad safari and the Pyramids Sound & Light Show may be added at extra cost.
OptionalExtra desert activities
Any safari activity not expressly listed in the confirmed programme requires separate pricing and approval.
OptionalExtra nights
Additional hotel nights before or after the tour may be arranged on request.
OptionalSource accuracy note: the detailed itinerary and formal inclusions confirm 3 nights in 4-star hotels plus 1 night desert camping, despite a generic line elsewhere saying 5-star hotels. The detailed itinerary formally confirms the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, desert camp/dinner and White Desert; Agabat Valley is mentioned in overview copy but is not presented here as a guaranteed stop. The unrelated extra-fee line about cruise beverages is omitted because this itinerary has no Nile cruise.
Ready to combine Cairo’s icons with a real White Desert expedition?
Review the detailed itinerary and request a confirmed quotation with hotel, camp, meals, pickup details and 4x4 safari services in writing.
5-Day Cairo & Bahariya Oasis Tour Package | White Desert Safari
A private 5-day journey combining Cairo’s ancient landmarks with Bahariya Oasis, the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, the White Desert and one night of desert camping.
5 days / 4 nightsCairo → Bahariya Oasis → White Desert → Cairo
Day 1Arrival in Cairo
Cairo Airport → Cairo hotelMeet and assist at Cairo Airport, receive support with arrival procedures, and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free.
Day 1Arrival in Cairo
Cairo Airport → Cairo hotel
Meet and assist at Cairo Airport, receive support with arrival procedures, and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free.
Meet and assist at Cairo Airport, receive support with arrival procedures, and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free.
Accommodation4-star hotel in Cairo
MealsNot specified
TransportPrivate airport transfer
Included activities
- Airport meet and assist
- Hotel transfer
Optional
Optional Nile dinner cruise, Cairo by Night, quad safari or pyramids sound-and-light show.
Note: Check-in is available from 2:00 pm.
Day 2Giza Pyramids and Cairo heritage
Cairo → Giza → Old Cairo → CairoVisit the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, then continue to Old Coptic Cairo, the Citadel and Alabaster Mosque, and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.
Day 2Giza Pyramids and Cairo heritage
Cairo → Giza → Old Cairo → Cairo
Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, then continue to Old Coptic Cairo, the Citadel and Alabaster Mosque, and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.
Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, then continue to Old Coptic Cairo, the Citadel and Alabaster Mosque, and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.
Accommodation4-star hotel in Cairo
MealsBreakfast and lunch
TransportPrivate air-conditioned vehicle
Included activities
- Pyramids of Giza and Great Sphinx
- Old Coptic Cairo
- Citadel and Alabaster Mosque
- National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
Optional
Entry inside the pyramids is available for an extra fee.
Note: Respectful clothing is required at religious sites.
Day 3Bahariya Oasis, Black Desert and Crystal Mountain
Cairo → Bahariya Oasis → Black DesertDrive through the Western Desert to Bahariya Oasis. Continue by desert vehicle to the Black Desert and Crystal Mountain, then enjoy a traditional camp dinner beneath the stars.
Day 3Bahariya Oasis, Black Desert and Crystal Mountain
Cairo → Bahariya Oasis → Black Desert
Drive through the Western Desert to Bahariya Oasis. Continue by desert vehicle to the Black Desert and Crystal Mountain, then enjoy a traditional camp dinner beneath the stars.
Drive through the Western Desert to Bahariya Oasis. Continue by desert vehicle to the Black Desert and Crystal Mountain, then enjoy a traditional camp dinner beneath the stars.
AccommodationBedouin desert camp
MealsBreakfast and lunch
TransportPrivate vehicle and desert 4×4
Included activities
- Bahariya Oasis journey
- Black Desert
- Crystal Mountain
- Desert camp and dinner
Optional
Additional oasis activities only when confirmed in the final booking offer.
Note: Overnight in a Bedouin tent.
Day 4White Desert expedition and return to Cairo
White Desert → CairoExplore the White Desert and its wind-shaped chalk formations before driving back to Cairo for your final hotel night.
Day 4White Desert expedition and return to Cairo
White Desert → Cairo
Explore the White Desert and its wind-shaped chalk formations before driving back to Cairo for your final hotel night.
Explore the White Desert and its wind-shaped chalk formations before driving back to Cairo for your final hotel night.
Accommodation4-star hotel in Cairo
MealsBreakfast and lunch
TransportDesert 4×4 and private vehicle
Included activities
- White Desert exploration
- Return journey to Cairo
Optional
Any unlisted desert activity is not included unless confirmed.
Note: Long overland journey; comfortable clothing and sun protection are recommended.
Day 5Departure from Cairo
Cairo hotel → Cairo AirportCheck out and transfer to Cairo Airport according to your confirmed departure time. Airport assistance is provided.
Day 5Departure from Cairo
Cairo hotel → Cairo Airport
Check out and transfer to Cairo Airport according to your confirmed departure time. Airport assistance is provided.
Check out and transfer to Cairo Airport according to your confirmed departure time. Airport assistance is provided.
AccommodationDeparture day
MealsNot specified
TransportPrivate airport transfer
Included activities
- Hotel pickup
- Cairo Airport transfer and assistance
Optional
Late checkout is subject to hotel availability and may incur an extra fee.
Note: Standard checkout is by 11:00 am.
Egypt Tours ClubClear package details before you confirm
Inclusions & Exclusions
What Is Included and Excluded?
Review the confirmed services for this private 5-day Cairo and Bahariya Oasis adventure, combining Giza and Historic Cairo with the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, White Desert and an overnight Bedouin-style desert camp.
Tour Inclusions
Core services covered by the detailed programmeAirport Meet-and-Assist and Transfers
Meet-and-assist support at Cairo Airport, help with arrival procedures and private arrival and departure transfers.
3 Nights in a Selected 4-Star Cairo Hotel
Hotel accommodation on Days 1, 2 and 4 on a bed-and-breakfast basis, according to the confirmed property and room category.
1 Night in a Bedouin Desert Camp
Overnight camping in the Bahariya / White Desert region with the published traditional dinner under the stars.
Private Egyptologist Guide Throughout the Journey
A private professional Egyptologist accompanies the scheduled Cairo and desert sightseeing programme.
Standard Entrance Fees to the Listed Attractions
Regular admission to the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx area, Old Coptic Cairo, Saladin Citadel and Alabaster Mosque, and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, together with listed standard-entry desert sites.
Private Air-Conditioned Ground Transportation
Modern private transportation for airport transfers, Cairo sightseeing and the Cairo–Bahariya–Cairo road journey.
Desert 4x4 Vehicles for the Expedition
A suitable 4x4 vehicle is included for the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain and White Desert route.
Published Meal Plan, Including 3 Lunches and Camp Dinner
The final inclusion list confirms complimentary lunch for three days. The daily programme lists breakfast and lunch on Days 2, 3 and 4, and the camp activity includes dinner under the stars.
15-Minute Camel Ride by the Pyramids
A short camel ride near the Giza Pyramids is included as the stated package gift.
Unlimited Bottled Water During Transfers
Bottled water is provided throughout the confirmed transfer and touring services.
All Local Taxes and Service Charges
Applicable local taxes and service charges connected with the expressly included services.
Tour Exclusions
Items payable separately unless confirmed in writingInternational Airfare
Flights between the traveler’s home country and Egypt are not included in the package price.
Egypt Entry Visa Fee
Arrival assistance includes help with visa and customs procedures, but the visa fee itself is not listed as included.
Drinks and Beverages
Soft drinks, juices, coffee, alcoholic beverages and other drinks are excluded unless expressly included in the final booking.
Personal Expenses
Laundry, minibar, room service, telephone calls, shopping, souvenirs and other private purchases are paid directly by the traveler.
Optional Cairo Activities
The Day 1 Nile dinner cruise, Cairo by Night, quad safari and Pyramids Sound and Light carry additional charges.
Inside-Pyramid and Special-Entry Tickets
Entry inside the Giza Pyramids and any separately ticketed or restricted-access attraction require separate payment.
Accommodation Upgrades and Extra Nights
Any upgrade from the confirmed 4-star Cairo hotel, private luxury camp, extra night or late checkout requires a revised quotation.
Tipping and Gratuities
Tips for guides, drivers, camp staff, hotel staff and other service providers are not included.
Anything Not Stated in the Confirmed Detailed Itinerary
Agabat Valley, Bahariya villages, hot springs and palm gardens appear in overview text but are not part of the final guaranteed activity list. Saqqara, domestic flights, cruise services and cruise beverages also do not apply unless added and confirmed in writing.
Accommodation3 Cairo nights + 1 desert campA selected 4-star hotel and one Bedouin camping night.
Desert routeBlack Desert → Crystal Mountain → White DesertPrivate road transfers and a dedicated 4x4 expedition.
Meals3 lunches + camp dinnerBreakfasts are provided according to the hotel and daily programme.
Important page discrepancies: The general-information section says 5-star hotels, while every detailed Cairo accommodation entry and the final inclusion list specify a 4-star hotel. The overview mentions local villages, hot springs, palm gardens and Agabat Valley, but the final confirmed activity list centers on the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, desert camp and White Desert. The detailed itinerary assigns the camp dinner and overnight to Day 3 and returns to Cairo on Day 4. Generic references to Saqqara, domestic flights and cruise beverages do not apply to this road-based tour.
Review the itinerary or confirm your Cairo and White Desert adventure
Confirm the camp standard, exact desert route, meal plan, Cairo hotel and optional activities before booking.
Current Season Price Details
Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out
| Single Room | Double Room | Triple Room | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Must adult # | |||
| Price per adult | $ 1675 | $ 1050 | $ 1050 |
| Max child # [age:6-11] | |||
| Price per child | $ 838 | $ 525 | |
| Max infant # [age:0-5] | |||
| Price per infant | $ 419 | $ 263 |
Deposit
50 % of the total booking amount
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