Get ready for an exciting adventure on our Bahariya Oasis, Black and White Desert tour from Cairo with our Egypt tours packages. You'll embark on a comfortable journey in an air-conditioned car, starting with a visit to the Bahariya Oasis. Take in the breathtaking landscapes of the Western Deserts and enjoy the vibrant green palm groves of the oasis. Hold on tight as you experience an adrenaline rush while driving through the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, Agabat Valley, and finally, the mesmerizing White Desert with our Egypt Trips. We'll stop for a delicious lunch in Ain Khadra before heading back to Cairo. Don't miss out on this opportunity and book your Egypt day tours now. If you're arriving in Egypt through the airport, you can also explore Cairo and more with our Cairo day tours from the airport.
Cairo Top Tours Egyptologist guide will pick you up at 7:00 AM for a unique day trip from Cairo to Bahariya Oasis and the White Desert. You will travel by air-conditioned car to Bahariya Oasis, which means "northern oasis", as it is the northernmost oasis in the Egyptian desert, and it takes about four hours to drive there, including toilet stops. You will cross the beautiful sand sea Western Desert southwest of Giza, which is administratively considered part of Farafra Oasis.
You will be transferred by four-wheel-drive Land Cruiser when we arrive at Bahariya or the Northern Oasis, which is officially part of the Giza city, and head to the White Desert, which is known as one of the most beautiful protected natural areas in Egypt, where you can see rare sculptures, animals, caves, plants, ancient tombs and houses dating back to the Roman era. We will stop in one of the best deserts that distinguish the western desert the Black Desert, which is a dark rocky area formed by ancient volcanic eruptions and characterized by the presence of rich iron ores.
After that we will stop at the water spring in the Valley of El Haize on your way to the south of Bawiti Village in Bahariya Oasis, to see the popular hot spring there. We will take you from there to drive off-road and see the quartz crystal at Crystal Mountains and the magnificent Valley of Agabat. which means the valley of the wonders in the Arabic language where you are going to practice sandboarding above the beautiful sand dunes. Enjoy your Picnic lunch and the great Egyptian Cuisine at the Roman spring of Ain Khadra on approach to the White Desert with the sound of the running water.
Upon your arrival to the White Desert Natural protectorate, you will be fascinated by this wonderful landscape filled with chalk and limestone formations, which have taken on various shapes due to natural erosion to resemble mushrooms or trees, as well as the chicken formation and the sphinx-like rock. Before returning to Cairo via Bahariya after the tour in the White Desert Egypt Tour, you will pass through an area where tent-shaped rocks abound.
The last time to last in Bahariya Oasis is going to be for rest and check the washrooms. After a busy morning, you will enjoy the palm trees, fruit fields and the hot spring on the way back to Cairo city.
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The White Desert, also known as the Farafra White Desert, is a unique and stunning desert landscape characterized by its chalk-white rock formations.
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Exploring the Bahariya Oasis and the White Desert on a two-day tour offers a unique opportunity to witness stunning desert landscapes and the natural beauty of Egypt's western desert. Here's a recommended itinerary:
Day 1: Bahariya Oasis and Surroundings
Cairo to Bahariya Oasis: Start your journey from Cairo and travel to the Bahariya Oasis. The drive takes approximately 4-5 hours.
Check-in: Arrive at Bahariya Oasis and check in to your chosen accommodation, whether it's a desert camp or a hotel.
Lunch:
3. Local Cuisine: Enjoy a local Egyptian lunch at your accommodation or a nearby restaurant.
Afternoon:
4. Bahariya Oasis Tour: Explore the Bahariya Oasis, known for its lush palm groves, hot springs, and ancient ruins. Visit attractions like the Temple of Alexander the Great, Bawiti Village, and the nearby Black Desert.
Sunset at the White Desert: Drive to the White Desert in the late afternoon to witness the breathtaking landscapes and unique rock formations. Stay until sunset to see the desert transform into a surreal and beautiful scene.
Dinner:
6. Desert Camp: Return to your desert camp or accommodation for dinner under the stars and a chance to relax by the campfire.
Day 2: White Desert and Return to Cairo
Morning:
7. Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your camp or hotel.
Explore the White Desert: Spend the morning exploring the otherworldly White Desert, known for its chalk-white rock formations shaped by wind and erosion. Be sure to visit notable formations like the Mushroom Rock and the Chicken and Tree Rocks.
Lunch:
9. Picnic Lunch: Have a picnic lunch amid the unique desert landscapes.
Afternoon:
10. Return to Cairo: Depart from the White Desert and head back to Cairo. The journey typically takes around 4–5 hours.
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