Sands of Time: 8-Day Cairo and Egypt Desert Safari

Price

$105.30 $117.00

Duration

8 days

Max People

8

Min Age

18+

Tour Type

Desert & Ancient Wonders

Reviews

8 reviews

Overview

  • Giza’s Ancient Marvels: Begin your journey in Cairo with a visit to the awe-inspiring Giza Pyramids and the enigmatic Sphinx, where history comes alive.
  • Bahariya Oasis Adventure: Venture into the Bahariya Oasis for an exhilarating desert safari. Discover the Black Desert’s unique landscape, Crystal Mountain’s natural quartz formations, and the Flower Desert’s picturesque rock formations.
  • Starry Nights in the White Desert: Experience the magic of camping under the stars in the White Desert, where nature’s silence speaks volumes.
  • Valley of the Golden Mummies: Explore the Valley of the Golden Mummies, where ancient tombs and the Temple of Alexander the Great await to tell their timeless tales.
  • Cairo’s Rich Heritage: Return to Cairo to uncover more of its treasures, immersing yourself in the city’s rich history and vibrant culture.

Prepare for Your Expedition:

  • Dress Comfortably: Pack comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, and a hat to protect against the sun, ensuring a comfortable exploration of Egypt’s wonders.
  • Stay Hydrated: A bottle of mineral water per day is included to keep you hydrated during your adventures.

“Desert Mysteries & Ancient Wonders: Cairo and Bahariya Oasis Expedition” invites you to step into a world where ancient history and natural beauty converge. Join us for a journey that promises not just a tour, but an exploration into the heart of Egypt’s timeless allure.

Included

  • Luxurious Stays: Enjoy 6 nights in S Grade hotels, offering comfort and elegance, and a unique night at a desert campsite in the White Desert.
  • Culinary Delights: All meals included, ensuring a delightful culinary journey with 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 6 dinners.
  • Seamless Transfers: Benefit from all transfers in air-conditioned cars and 4WD vehicles, along with meet-and-assist services for a hassle-free experience.
  • Expert Guidance: Explore with the insight of professional guides, enhancing your understanding and enjoyment of each site.

Excluded

  • International Flight: The package does not include international airfare. However, we are more than happy to assist in arranging your flights upon request.
  • Entry Visa: The cost of the Egyptian entry visa is not included in the package. Most travelers can obtain their visa upon arrival at the airport in Egypt, but we recommend checking the latest visa requirements for your nationality.
  • Tipping: Gratuities for guides, drivers, and assistants are not included in the tour price. Tipping is customary in Egypt and greatly appreciated by those who will be assisting you throughout your journey.
  • Personal Expenses: Any personal expenses such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, and other items of a personal nature are not covered under the package.

Tour Plan

Embark on an extraordinary journey to Cairo, the cradle of civilization, where the past and present dance under the watchful eyes of the gods. As you step off the plane at Cairo International Airport, be enveloped in the warm embrace of our representatives, who will whisk you away to your luxurious hotel. Here, amidst the city’s vibrant heartbeat, your adventure into antiquity begins, promising dreams woven from the fabric of history.

Awaken to a day where history beckons with a golden sunrise, and enjoy a breakfast fit for royalty. Today, you stand at the threshold of the ancient world, visiting the majestic Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx. These timeless sentinels, crafted by the hands of geniuses millennia ago, offer a silent testament to Egypt’s grandeur. After indulging in a feast at a local gem, the journey unfolds through the desert to the Bahariya Oasis, a verdant mirage cradled by golden sands. As night descends, find solace in an oasis retreat, a haven under the canopy of stars.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

With the dawn, venture into the heart of the Black Desert, where mountains draped in the cloak of the cosmos rise from the earth. Here, nature’s palette blends volcanic stones with the azure sky. Relish a meal in El Haiz before the Crystal Mountain reveals its splendor, a monument not built but born of the earth, shimmering with quartz crystals. The day’s odyssey takes you through Agabat and the Roman Springs, secrets of the sands, culminating in a night spent under a blanket of stars at our desert campsite.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Greet the morning sun for a day filled with the desert’s melodies, from the serene El-Ghanour to the echoing Frigate Valley. Ascend Panorama Peak for a chorus of landscapes, then dine amidst the oasis’s embrace. The Flower Desert awaits, a ballet of stone and sand, where nature sculpts blooms from the earth itself. Retreat to your oasis hotel, a sanctuary where the day’s tales become part of the night’s dreams.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After a breakfast that sings of the oasis’s bounty, step into the realm of the Golden Mummies, a chapter of history unveiled in golden hues. Wander among the tombs of Zed Amun ef Ankh and Bannentiu, where stories of old are etched in stone and gold. Visit the divine Ain Muftella Chapels and the Temple of Alexander the Great, a bridge between worlds. The afternoon unfolds in the ancient village, amidst the shadows of Pyramid Mountain and English Mountain, culminating in the whispers of the Ethnic Museum. As twilight paints the sky, Cairo calls you back to its embrace.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Barranco Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Picnic lunch box and Dinner
Journey time and Altitude: 7 hours, 4627 m from Shira Cave to Barranco Camp

With the sun’s first light, journey to Memphis, where the stones speak of eternity, and the open-air museum breathes life into history. Saqqara’s step pyramids, a testament to architectural evolution, whisper the secrets of the ages. Lunch in the realm of pharaohs precedes Dahshur’s bent and red pyramids, monuments to ambition and ingenuity. As evening falls, Cairo’s warmth welcomes you once more.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Feast on a breakfast that heralds a day of discovery. The Egyptian Museum, a treasure chest of antiquity, holds the golden mask of Tutankhamun, a beacon through time. The Saladin Citadel, a fortress of legends, stands guard over Cairo, its mosque reaching towards the heavens. Khan El Khalili’s labyrinthine alleys offer treasures untold, a kaleidoscope of history and craftsmanship. As the day wanes, find solace in the stories and flavors of Old Cairo, a fitting prelude to a night of dreams.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

As dawn breaks over the city of a thousand minarets, enjoy a final breakfast before the journey home. Cairo, a city where every grain of sand tells a story, bids you farewell, not as a visitor, but as a part of its endless tale. As you depart from Cairo International Airport, carry with you memories of a land where history lives, breathes, and dreams.

Meals Included: Breakfast

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