The trips were extremely well organised and our guide, Marco was absolutely excellent. He was very knowledgeable but entertaining at the same time. He took care of our excursions with professionalism and care but was humorous as well which made everything so much more enjoyable.
Cairo/Bahariya Oasis/White & Black Desert/Cairo
ITINERARY - 8 DAYS
Day 1
Meet & assist at Cairo International Airport. Transfer to the hotel.
Overnight in a Cairo hotel.
Day 2
After breakfast, begin with a visit to the most famous place in Egypt, the great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx and the Valley Temple.
After lunch, the tour continues to the Egyptian Museum, to explore period artifacts of Egypt’s history with a highlight being the child king Tutankhamen’s fabulous collection of treasures.
Overnight in a Cairo hotel.
Day 3
After breakfast, the day begins with a drive to the Bahariya Oasis for check-in at a Bahariya hotel, followed by a walking tour around the old Village of the Oasis among the groves of palms and fruit trees. Visit the ruin on a hill, the English House and enjoy the marvellous views.
Overnight in a Bahariya hotel.
Day 4
After breakfast, drive to visit the Museum of the “Golden Mummies” from the Greco-Roman period, followed by a visit to the tombs of the Nobles. Drive to the White Desert, passing through the Black Desert. During the drive we stop to view the Crystal Mountain and the volcanic rocks in the Valley of Agabat. Set up camp and enjoy the mystical silence of the White Desert, whilst watching a myriad of stars.
Camp overnight in the White Desert.
Day 5
After breakfast, drive to visit the hot springs and enjoy the beauty of the pristine white limestone rocks in the area, then drive back to Cairo.
Overnight at the hotel in Cairo.
Day 6
After breakfast visit to Sakkara and Memphis, followed by lunch. After lunch visit the Citadel, Mohamed Ali’s Mosque and then drive back to the Hotel.
Overnight at the hotel in Cairo.
Day 7
Free day at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel in Cairo.
Day 8
After breakfast, trabsfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure.
Programme includes:
- All transfers
- Entrance fee for all the visits
- An English speaking guide (an Egyptologist) throughout the tour
- All meals mentioned above in the itinerary
- Accommodation throughout the tour
- Hotel – Bed & Breakfast basis
Programme excludes:
- Entry Visa
- Gratuities
- Meals that are not mentioned in the itinerary above
- Domestic and International flights
- Extra personal expenses
- Extra tours – outside of the programme
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