8 Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Giza Pyramids, White & Black Desert Safari and Alexandria
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Duration
8 days
Max Group Size
20
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
moderate
Operated In
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages
About this tour
Discover the fascinating contrasts of Egypt on an unforgettable 8-day Egypt tour combining Cairo, the Giza Pyramids, Alexandria and a White & Black Desert safari. This itinerary brings together ancient monuments, Islamic heritage, Mediterranean culture and the spectacular landscapes of Egypt’s Western Desert.
Begin your journey in Cairo with the legendary Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx, followed by the treasures of the Egyptian Museum and the historic streets of Islamic Cairo. Travel west to Bahariya Oasis and experience an exciting desert adventure through the Black Desert and White Desert, surrounded by dramatic rock formations and surreal white limestone landscapes.
Enjoy an overnight desert camping experience and discover highlights including Crystal Mountain, Alexander's Temple and the unique desert landscapes. Return to Cairo before taking a day trip to Alexandria, Egypt's historic Mediterranean city.
This 8-day Cairo and Egypt desert safari tour is ideal for travelers who want to combine Egypt's iconic archaeological sites with an authentic Western Desert adventure.
Route
- 1CairoAfricaEgyptStart
- 2Bahariya OasisAfricaEgypt
- 3White Desert National ParkAfricaEgyptQasr Farafra
- 4Bahariya OasisAfricaEgypt
- 5AlexandriaAfricaEgypt
- 6CairoAfricaEgyptEnd
What makes this tour special
Itinerary
Welcome to Egypt!
Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met and assisted by our representative with arrival procedures. You will then be transferred by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel.
Our representative will assist you with hotel check-in and provide information about your tour program and departure times.
Relax at your hotel and enjoy the beginning of your Egyptian adventure.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: None
After breakfast, meet your professional Egyptologist guide and begin your Cairo sightseeing tour.
Start at the Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops), the Pyramid of Khafre and the Pyramid of Menkaure. Explore the pyramid complex and enjoy spectacular views of these ancient monuments.
Continue to the Great Sphinx, one of Egypt's most recognizable landmarks, featuring the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh.
After lunch, visit the Egyptian Museum, where you can discover an impressive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, statues, jewelry and other archaeological treasures.
Return to your hotel after the tour.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, depart Cairo by private vehicle for Bahariya Oasis, located in Egypt's Western Desert.
Upon arrival, begin your desert adventure and explore the surrounding oasis and desert landscapes.
Continue by 4x4 vehicle into the Black Desert, known for its volcanic-looking hills and dark rocks covering the golden desert landscape.
Depending on the route and local conditions, visit desert viewpoints and enjoy the dramatic scenery before continuing toward the White Desert area.
Enjoy dinner and prepare for an unforgettable night in the desert.
Overnight: Desert Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wake up surrounded by the spectacular scenery of the Western Desert.
Continue your 4x4 desert safari through the White Desert, famous for its extraordinary white limestone formations shaped by wind and erosion.
Visit Crystal Mountain, a natural formation known for its quartz crystals, and explore other remarkable desert landscapes.
Continue to the White Desert National Park and admire its unusual mushroom-shaped and snow-white rock formations.
Enjoy a traditional desert-style dinner and spend another memorable night surrounded by the peaceful desert landscape.
Overnight: White Desert Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast in the desert before continuing your exploration of the White Desert and surrounding landscapes.
Depending on the safari route, you may visit additional desert formations and scenic viewpoints before returning to Bahariya Oasis.
After completing the desert safari, begin your journey back to Cairo by private vehicle.
Arrive in Cairo and check in to your hotel.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, travel from Cairo to Alexandria, Egypt's historic Mediterranean city.
Meet your local guide and begin your Alexandria sightseeing tour.
Visit the famous Bibliotheca Alexandrina from the outside or enjoy a photo stop, depending on opening hours and availability. Continue to Montazah Palace and Gardens, known for its beautiful gardens and seaside location.
Enjoy time to explore the Mediterranean atmosphere of Alexandria and see important landmarks along the city's coastline.
After the tour, return to Cairo.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, continue your Cairo cultural sightseeing.
Visit the impressive Citadel of Saladin, one of Cairo's most important historic landmarks, and explore the surrounding Islamic heritage.
Continue to Old Cairo, where you can discover historic churches, mosques and traditional neighborhoods reflecting the city's diverse cultural heritage.
Finish your day at Khan El Khalili Bazaar, Cairo's famous traditional marketplace. Browse local handicrafts, spices, souvenirs and traditional Egyptian products.
Return to your hotel for your final night in Cairo.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
At the appropriate time, our representative will transfer you to Cairo International Airport by private air-conditioned vehicle.
Assistance will be provided at the airport for your final departure procedures.
Your 8-day Egypt adventure ends with unforgettable memories of Cairo, Alexandria, Bahariya Oasis, the Black Desert and the White Desert.
Meals: Breakfast
Trip includes
Included
7 nights accommodation in selected hotels and desert camps. (4 Star Hotel )
Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide for scheduled sightseeing.
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Daily breakfast at the hotels.
Meals during the desert safari as specified in the itinerary.
Meet and assist services at Cairo International Airport.
Private airport and hotel transfers.
Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour.
Cairo sightseeing with a professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx sightseeing.
Egyptian Museum visit.
Citadel of Saladin and Old Cairo sightseeing.
Khan El Khalili Bazaar visit.
Round-trip private transportation between Cairo and Bahariya Oasis.
4x4 vehicle for the Black Desert and White Desert safari.
White Desert camping experience.
Visit to Crystal Mountain.
Visit to Alexander's Temple, subject to the safari route and local conditions.
Alexandria day trip from Cairo.
Professional local guide for Alexandria sightseeing.
Entrance fees to the sites specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
Local taxes and service charges.
A valid passport is required for international travel to Egypt.
Visa requirements vary by nationality; please check the applicable requirements before traveling.
The desert safari involves long drives and travel over uneven terrain in a 4x4 vehicle.
Desert camping is a basic outdoor experience and facilities may be more limited than in a hotel.
Temperatures in the desert can vary significantly between daytime and nighttime.
Comfortable clothing, sturdy walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat are recommended.
Bring warm clothing for desert nights, particularly during the cooler months.
The exact desert safari route may change depending on weather, road conditions and local regulations.
Visits to Alexander's Temple and other desert sites are subject to accessibility and the selected safari route.
Alexandria sightseeing may be adjusted according to opening hours and local conditions.
The order of sightseeing may be changed while maintaining the main attractions and experiences included in the tour.
Hotel and camp names may vary according to availability and selected accommodation category.
Optional activities are subject to availability and additional charges.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Please follow your guide's instructions during desert activities and archaeological visits.
Excluded
International flights.
Travel insurance.
Optional tours and activities.
Camel rides or other optional desert activities.
Egypt entry visa and visa fees.
Travel insurance.
Lunches and dinners in Cairo and Alexandria unless specifically mentioned.
Drinks and beverages.
Entrance fees to attractions not specifically listed under Included.
Optional tours and activities.
Camel rides or other optional desert activities.
Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry and telephone calls.
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers and camp staff.
Any services not mentioned under Included.
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