5 Days Siwa & Bahariya Oasis Tour — 5

6-Day Cairo & White Desert Adventure

Duration
6 Days / 5 Nights
Route
Cairo · Bahariya Oasis · White Desert
Style
Private Guided Tour · 4×4 Safari & Camping
Schedule
Daily Departures · Private

Overview

Egypt’s greatest contrast is not between one monument and another, but between the energy of Cairo and the complete silence of the White Desert. This 6-day adventure brings both experiences together for travellers who want more than a traditional sightseeing package.

Alongside Cairo’s ancient history and cultural heritage, the journey introduces a different side of Egypt through Bahariya Oasis, dramatic desert landscapes and a private 4×4 safari. Camping beneath the stars among the White Desert’s wind-shaped formations becomes the defining experience of the trip.

Combining privately guided cultural touring with genuine desert adventure, this package offers variety without requiring a long itinerary. Travellers interested in exploring further can also discover our Egypt Desert Safari Packages.

Highlights

The Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, Saqqara and Memphis
Grand Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel and Coptic Cairo
Private 4×4 safari through the Black Desert and Valley of Agabat
Overnight camping beneath the stars in the White Desert

Itinerary

1Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
A Nile Empire representative will be waiting outside the arrivals hall at Cairo International Airport, holding a sign with your name and the company name. You will be transferred privately in an air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel, with assistance provided for a smooth check-in. The remainder of the day is free to rest and prepare for the journey ahead. Overnight in Cairo.
Optional Excursion Nile Dinner Cruise Show
2Day 2: Giza Pyramids, Saqqara and Memphis
After breakfast, meet your private Egyptologist guide and travel to the Giza Plateau. Explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, the panoramic viewpoint and the Great Sphinx. Continue to Saqqara to visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser, one of Egypt’s earliest monumental stone structures. Your final stop is ancient Memphis, where the open-air museum displays important statues and remains from Egypt’s first capital. Return privately to your hotel after the tour. Overnight in Cairo.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast
3Day 3: Grand Egyptian Museum and Historic Cairo
Begin the day at the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to an extraordinary collection of ancient Egyptian treasures, including the galleries of Tutankhamun. Continue to the Citadel of Saladin and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali before exploring Coptic Cairo, including the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Finish at Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s historic bazaar, before returning to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast
4Day 4: Bahariya Oasis and White Desert Safari
Depart Cairo early for the journey to Bahariya Oasis. After lunch in the oasis, transfer to a 4×4 vehicle and begin your private desert safari. Travel through the volcanic landscapes of the Black Desert and stop at the natural spring in the Valley of El Haize. Continue to Crystal Mountain and the dramatic formations of the Valley of Agabat before exploring the White Desert’s wind-shaped chalk formations. As evening falls, your desert team will prepare the campsite and dinner beneath the stars. Overnight camping in the White Desert.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
5Day 5: White Desert Sunrise and Return to Cairo
Wake early to watch the sunrise over the White Desert and enjoy breakfast at the campsite. Continue exploring the surrounding formations before travelling back through Bahariya Oasis. Return to Cairo by private air-conditioned vehicle and transfer to your hotel for a final evening at leisure. Overnight in Cairo.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast
6Day 6: Departure from Cairo
After breakfast, enjoy free time according to your flight schedule. At the appropriate time, your driver will transfer you privately to Cairo International Airport. We will drop you off at the departure terminal and say goodbye at the end of your Cairo and White Desert adventure.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast

Standard vs. Desert Adventure Package

FeatureDesert Package (This Tour)Classic City Package
NatureWhite & Black Deserts, CampingNile River, Gardens
Adventure4×4 Safari, SandboardingWalking Tours, Museums
NightlifeStar Gazing, Bedouin BBQCity Lights, Restaurants

What’s Included

Included

  • All airport pickups and drop-offs required for the trip
  • Four nights in a 4-star Cairo hotel on a bed-and-breakfast basis
  • One night camping in the White Desert
  • Camping equipment, including tents, sleeping bags and blankets
  • Private air-conditioned transportation between Cairo and Bahariya Oasis
  • 4×4 desert safaris inside Bahariya and the White Desert.
  • Private 4×4 transportation throughout the desert safari
  • Private sightseeing tours in Cairo as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Certified English-speaking Egyptologist guide during Cairo sightseeing
  • Experienced desert guide and camping team
  • Main entrance fees for the included sightseeing
  • One bottle of water per person during each sightseeing and safari day
  • All taxes & service charges.

Not Included

  • International flights to and from Egypt
  • Entry visa to Egypt.
  • Entry inside the Great Pyramid and other specially priced tickets
  • Optional tours and activities not listed as included
  • Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary
  • Gratuities for guides, drivers, representatives and the camping team
  • Personal expenses and travel insurance
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

What transportation is used for the White Desert safari?
The journey between Cairo and Bahariya Oasis takes approximately four to five hours in a private air-conditioned vehicle. In Bahariya, you transfer to a private 4×4 vehicle suitable for the desert terrain and continue with an experienced local desert guide.
What is the overnight White Desert camp like?
The campsite is prepared by the desert team in a suitable area of the White Desert. Tents, sleeping bags and blankets are provided, along with dinner and breakfast. Desert camping is a simple outdoor experience rather than hotel-style accommodation, but the team remains at the camp throughout the night.
What should I pack for the White Desert?
Bring comfortable clothing, walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat and a scarf for protection from the sun and sand. Desert temperatures can become cold after sunset, particularly during winter, so warm layers are essential. Personal medication, toiletries and a portable power bank are also recommended.
Which meals are included during the desert safari?
Lunch and dinner are included on Day 4, followed by breakfast at the campsite on Day 5. Please inform us in advance about any dietary requirements or food allergies. Other meals and drinks are excluded unless specifically listed in your quotation.
Are the sightseeing entrance fees included?
Yes. The main entrance fees for the Cairo sightseeing and desert program listed in the itinerary are included. Specially priced tickets, such as entry inside the Great Pyramid, are excluded unless specifically added to your quotation.

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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