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
- 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)
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.
What’s 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
- Entrance fees
- Tips
- Alcoholic beverages
- Airport transfers Personal shopping
💰 Pricing & Booking
Pricing depends on your travel preferences and customization level.
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White Desert Egypt Tour TripAdvisor reviews
A Serious Adventure, Done Properly - Having guides who were actually raised in the desert changed the whole experience for me. Their stories and knowledge weren't things you could get from simply reading a guidebook. You... read more could feel that this wasn't just a workplace for them—it was home.
August 28, 2026
A Journey into the Heart of the Desert… and a Memory That Will Stay in My Heart for a Long Time. - There are places that you do not simply visit; they leave something of themselves inside you and the White and Black Deserts were one of the most beautiful places... read more I have ever experienced.
My wife and I spent an exceptional three-night experience among the Black Mountains and the white formations that seemed as though they had been carefully sculpted in the middle of nature, along endless roads beneath a vast sky unlike any sky I had ever seen before. Every moment was different—from the beauty of the scenery while driving, to the sunset that transformed the desert into a breathtaking painting, and then the peaceful night beneath millions of stars an experience that is difficult to describe in words.
What made the trip even more beautiful was the attention to every detail. Mohamed was more than just a trip organizer; he was a friendly and comforting person who knew the desert very well and knew the places worth visiting, as well as the places that gave you a genuine feeling of being far away from everything. He was always keen to ensure our comfort and to make sure we experienced the journey in a way that suited us. He also speaks English, which was very important to us, as he explained everything to us in detail.
The food in the desert was also a wonderful surprise in itself! Having a hot and delicious meal in the middle of complete silence, far away from the noise of the cities, was one of the most beautiful details of the trip. Sometimes, the simplest moments are the ones that remain in our memories the longest.
Thanks to the good organization and extensive experience, we felt comfortable and safe throughout the entire journey. We had the space to enjoy the place, the peace, and nature, while being accompanied by people who know the desert very well and genuinely care about making the experience special.
This was not just an ordinary tourist trip, but an experience in which you feel that you are discovering a new place and also discovering something new within yourself. The desert gives you a rare sense of peace and makes you stop for a moment, forget about everything else, simply look around, and enjoy the greatness of nature.
Thank you, Mohamed and Mahmoud, for this beautiful experience and for all the details and moments that made this journey an unforgettable memory. If you are thinking about visiting the White and Black Deserts, do not hesitate go with an open heart, and you will return with memories more beautiful than you expect.
August 13, 2026
An Unforgettable Experience in the White and Black Desert and the Bahariya Oasis. - I had an amazing and truly memorable tour with White Desert Egypt Tour. At first, I felt a little hesitant and worried because I was traveling alone. However, after booking... read more the trip, when I arrived at Bahariya Oasis and met Mohamed, the tour organizer, I immediately began to feel happy and comfortable. All my worries turned into hope and excitement for this beautiful experience.
From the very beginning of the trip, I felt as if I were surrounded by family, which made the experience even more comfortable and enjoyable for me. The White Desert, with its unique natural landscapes and stunning white rock formations, was an unforgettable experience. The Black Desert, with its beautiful geological formations, was also amazing. In addition, visiting Bahariya Oasis was a different and truly enjoyable experience.
My guide, Mohamed, was excellent and very helpful. He made sure that the trip was enjoyable and comfortable throughout. The transportation service was also very good and well organized, and the food was delicious and especially enjoyable after a long day full of adventure.
The service was excellent from the beginning until our return to Cairo, and the organization was outstanding. The driver was cooperative and respectful and always made sure that we were comfortable throughout the journey.
The tour was full of adventure and breathtaking natural scenery. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to discover the beauty of the Egyptian desert in a unique way, especially solo travelers who may feel nervous about embarking on a new experience.
This is definitely an experience worth repeating!
Thank you to White Desert Egypt Tour and our guide Mohamed for the excellent organization and service, and for making this trip an unforgettable experience! 🙏
August 9, 2026
