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5 Days Siwa & Bahariya Oasis Tour

Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Route
Siwa Oasis · Bahariya Oasis
Style
Private Tour · Eco-Lodges · Desert Camping
Schedule
Daily Departures

Overview

Venture deep into Egypt’s Western Desert on a private five-day journey connecting Siwa and Bahariya. Explore Siwa’s salt lakes, palm groves, natural springs and ancient landmarks, then continue to Bahariya and the extraordinary landscapes of the Black and White Deserts. With private transportation, guided sightseeing, eco-lodge stays and a night of desert camping, this tour blends oasis culture, striking scenery and real desert adventure.

Highlights

Siwa’s salt lakes, natural springs and palm groves
Ancient landmarks and traditional life in Siwa Oasis
Bahariya Oasis and the Black Desert
Crystal Mountain and the White Desert
Overnight desert camping beneath the stars

Itinerary

1Day 1: Cairo to Siwa Oasis
Your journey begins with an early morning departure from Cairo and a drive west towards Siwa Oasis. Along the way, stop in Marsa Matrouh for a break and the opportunity to have lunch by the Mediterranean Sea. Continue to Siwa, arriving in the late afternoon. If time permits, enjoy sunset at Fatnas Island before transferring to your eco-lodge. Overnight in Siwa.
🍽️ Meals Included Dinner
2Day 2: Siwa Oasis Sightseeing and the Great Sand Sea
After breakfast, begin your Siwa sightseeing at Shali Old Town, followed by the Mountain of the Dead and the Temple of the Oracle. Continue to Siwa’s salt lakes and Cleopatra’s Spring before travelling by 4x4 into the Great Sand Sea to visit Bir Wahed and its hot and cold springs. Return to your eco-lodge in Siwa for dinner and overnight.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner
3Day 3: Siwa to Bahariya Oasis
After breakfast, leave Siwa for the long journey through the Western Desert to Bahariya Oasis. Stop along the way for a break and the opportunity to have lunch at your own expense. On arrival, visit Qasr El Bawiti before checking into your eco-lodge. Overnight in Bahariya.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner
4Day 4: Bahariya Oasis and White Desert Camping
After breakfast, begin your desert adventure by 4x4. Explore the Black Desert, visit a Bedouin village and relax in a natural hot spring. Continue to Crystal Mountain and the dramatic landscapes of Agabat Valley before exploring the Old and New White Deserts. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the desert, followed by dinner and overnight camping beneath the stars.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
5Day 5: White Desert to Cairo
fter breakfast at the desert camp, return to Bahariya Oasis by 4x4. From Bahariya, continue by private vehicle to Cairo, where your five-day Western Desert journey concludes.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast

Siwa vs. Bahariya Highlights

FeatureSiwa (The Enchanted)Bahariya & White Desert (The Surreal)
Main EraAncient Egyptian & Berber HistoryGeological Marvels & Bedouin Life
LandscapeLush Palms, Salt Lakes & Sand SeaVolcanic Black & Chalky White Deserts
VibeHistorical, Spiritual, TraditionalAdventurous, Otherworldly, Serene

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What’s Included

Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle for all road journeys and transfers
  • Private 4×4 transportation for the desert excursions.
  • Two nights’ accommodation at an eco-lodge in Siwa Oasis.
  • One night’s accommodation at an eco-lodge in Bahariya Oasis.
  • One night’s camping in the White Desert.
  • English-speaking driver throughout the tour.
  • Entrance fees to all mentioned sites.
  • Meals mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Bottled water during the tour.
  • All service charges and taxes.

Not Included

  • International flights to and from Egypt
  • Entry visa to Egypt.
  • Any optional tours or activities not listed as included
  • Lunches and other meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Gratuities for our staff & drivers
Pricing Information

Prices are shown in US dollars per person. Seasonal supplements may apply during Christmas, New Year and Easter unless a specific seasonal price is displayed.

Children’s Policy
0-5.99 years
Free of charge
6-11.99 years
Pay 50% of tour price
12+ years
Pay full tour price as per adult person

Note: Child rates apply to children travelling with their parents. Where accommodation is included, a maximum of one child per room applies.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to take this tour?
The ideal time is between October and April. Daytime temperatures are pleasant (22°C-30°C), and the nights are refreshingly cool.
Is desert camping safe and comfortable?
Yes. Your safety is our highest priority, and we provide private 4×4 vehicles and all necessary camping equipment, including tents, mattresses, and blankets. You will enjoy a traditional Bedouin dinner under the stars.
Will I have phone signal or Wi-Fi?
Expect reliable signals in Cairo and some oases areas. However, there is generally no signal while traveling through remote desert stretches or at the White Desert campsite.
Are dietary requirements accommodated?
Certainly. We cater to vegetarian or vegan preferences. Note that meals in local restaurants are typically meat-free (no beef or meat) as per our standard desert itinerary.

Why Book With Nile Empire

Local experts

An Egypt-based team that lives and breathes these journeys.

Private & tailor-made

Every trip built around your dates, pace, and budget.

Certified Egyptologists

Your own private guide at every temple and tomb.

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We confirm availability and your final price first. A deposit is only due once you are happy to proceed.

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