🏜️ White Desert & Siwa Tour from Cairo

Bahariya + White Desert Camping + El Alamein + Marsa Matrouh + Siwa (6 Days / 5 Nights)

If you want the ultimate Egypt desert adventure, this White Desert and Siwa Tour from Cairo is the perfect choice.

You’ll combine:

  • White Desert camping under the stars

  • A full day exploring Bahariya Oasis

  • A scenic drive along Egypt’s northern coast with stops in El Alamein and Marsa Matrouh

  • A complete Siwa Oasis experience including salt lakes, Cleopatra’s Spring, and the Great Sand Sea

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🗺️ Tour Overview 6 Days / 5 Nights — White Desert Camping + Bahariya + Siwa Oasis

Duration
6 Days / 5 Nights
Start / End
Cairo
Overnights
  • Night 1: White Desert camping
  • Night 2: Bahariya hotel
  • Night 3: Siwa hotel
  • Night 4: Siwa hotel
  • Night 5: Siwa hotel (or same hotel after desert excursion)
Tour Type
Private (customizable)
Transport
Private vehicle + 4×4 safari vehicles
Best for
Adventure travelers, couples, photographers, nature lovers

📅 Detailed Itinerary

🏜️ Day 1: Cairo → Bahariya → White Desert Safari (Camping Night)

Morning departure from Cairo and drive to Bahariya Oasis (approx. 4–5 hours).
From Bahariya, begin your 4×4 safari toward the White Desert (approx. 180 km with off-road sections).

Stops include:

  • Black Desert

  • El Haize Valley warm spring

  • Crystal Mountain

  • Valley of the Watermelon

  • Sand dunes (optional sandboarding)

  • Valley of Agabat

  • White Desert (old & new formations)

Arrive for sunset, then camp overnight in the White Desert with dinner cooked on-site.

🌴 Day 2: White Desert → Bahariya Local Safari (Hotel Night)

After breakfast, return to Bahariya for lunch.

Afternoon Bahariya Local Safari:

  • Old center of the oasis

  • Black Mountains viewpoints

  • Sand dunes

  • Salt lake

  • Gardens and farms

  • Pyramid Mountain

  • Sunset at the English House viewpoint

Dinner and overnight in a Bahariya hotel.
Optional evening walk through the village and local shops.

🌊 Day 3: Bahariya → El Alamein → Marsa Matrouh → Siwa (Hotel Night)

After breakfast, drive toward the Mediterranean coast.

  • Stop in El Alamein

  • Lunch stop in Marsa Matrouh

  • Continue to Siwa Oasis and check in at your hotel

Evening: walk in Siwa town and visit Siwa Shali (old fortress) if time allows.

🏛️ Day 4: Siwa Highlights (Temple + Mountain of the Dead)

After breakfast:

  • Visit Mountain of the Dead (ancient tombs)

  • Visit the Temple of Amun and the Coronation Hall of Alexander the Great

Overnight in the hotel in Siwa.

🧂 Day 5: Salt Lakes + Great Sand Sea Desert Adventure

Morning:

  • Visit Cleopatra’s Spring (Cleopatra’s Eye)

  • Swim/relax at Siwa’s famous salt lakes

Lunch around 3:00 PM, then head into the desert:

Great Sand Sea excursion:

  • Visit the Cold Lake

  • Stop at a hot spring well

  • Visit excavation areas (as allowed)

  • Sandboarding

  • Sunset over the dunes + Siwa tea

Return and overnight at the same hotel in Siwa.

🚗 Day 6: Siwa → Cairo

After breakfast, drive back to Cairo and drop-off at your hotel.

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What’s Included

Included
  • Pick-up & drop-off from Cairo hotel
  • Transportation for the whole itinerary
  • 4×4 safari vehicle during desert sections
  • Hotel accommodation (Bahariya + Siwa)
  • White Desert camping (1 night)
  • English-speaking driver/guide
  • All camping equipment
  • All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Mineral water & tea
Not Included
  • Entrance fees
  • Tips
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Airport transfers Personal shopping
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💰 Pricing & Booking

Pricing depends on your travel preferences and customization level.

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Group Size
Number of travelers
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Tour Type
Private or Shared Option
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Travel Season
High / Low Season Rates

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FAQ – White Desert & Siwa Tour from Cairo (6 Days)❓

The tour includes 5 nights: 1 camping night in the White Desert and hotel nights in Bahariya and Siwa.
Yes, mainly offered as a private customizable tour.
Yes, the route can be adjusted depending on your preferences.
Yes, Day 5 includes a Great Sand Sea desert excursion with dunes, sunset, and tea.
Yes, all camping gear and meals are included.

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