Cairo, Minya and Desert Trip

Cairo, Minya and Desert Trip

8 Days Private Tour Everyday Egypt
Destination Egypt Off the Beaten Track Egypt Tours
Type Private Tour
Duration 8 Days 7 Nights
Runs Everyday

Take an off beaten track trip with a special taste of the desert. This tour will take you off of the traditional tourist track from Cairo to El Minya and then to a desert trip for 8 full days.

Take Cairo, Minya, and Desert trip and enjoy the taste of the desert. This tour will take you off of the traditional tourist track from Cairo to El Minya and then to a desert trip for 8 full days. Enjoy two days touring the sights of Cairo, including the Pyramids of Giza and the GEM. Then for two days, discover the amazing Bahariya Oasis and including Black Desert, camping at the White Desert, and the Tomb of Bannantiu. End your tour with a day trip to El Minya from Cairo. 

Day by day

The plan as the operator publishes it. Exact timings are confirmed with your booking.

  1. Day 1 Arrival in Cairo - Welcome to the Land of the Pharaohs
    Welcome to Cairo, Egypt (around the clock) Your tour manager will meet and assist you at Cairo International Airport (Arrival Procedures) and will then escort you to your hotel in an air-conditioned deluxe vehicle.
  2. Day 2 Pyramids & GEM
    After enjoying a delicious wholesome breakfast at your hotel, your personal guide will take you to the Giza Plateau to start your journey by marveling at one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Great Pyramids of Giza. Visit the iconic Sphinx and Valley Temple.
  3. Day 3 Cairo to Baharyia Oasis
    At 07:00, your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo for a scenic drive to Bahariya Oasis, located about 360 km east of Cairo. This journey takes approximately 4 hours. Upon arrival, enjoy a delicious lunch in the oasis.
  4. Day 4 White & Black Deserts
    After breakfast, embark on a fascinating journey through the striking Black Desert, followed by a visit to the natural hot spring of El Haize (St. George Oasis), known for its refreshing waters.
  5. Day 5 White Desert / Farafra / Dakhla
    Embark on a scenic drive to Farafra Oasis, where you'll have the chance to explore the fascinating mud brick museum of local artist Badr. Afterward, continue your journey to Dakhla, a drive of approximately three hours.
  6. Day 6 Dakhla Oasis / Balat / Minya
    After breakfast, head to Balat to explore the ancient city and its fascinating tombs. Following the visit, embark on a scenic drive to Minya, a journey of approximately four hours. Enjoy a delightful picnic lunch along the way. Overnight in a hotel in Minya Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  7. Day 7 El Minya visits / Back to Cairo
    For those who love exploring off-the-beaten-path sites, today’s journey takes you to Al Minya. Begin with a scenic motorboat ride to Tal Al Amarna, the once-thriving capital of Akhenaton. Next, explore Beni Hassan, a site renowned for its ancient tombs dating back to the Old and Middle Kingdoms.
  8. Day 8 Final departure
    After enjoying breakfast at your hotel, you'll be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your final departure. Meals: Breakfast. N.B : Throughout the trip, your guide has the right to unpredictable weather conditions, impassable wadis concern constitutions of other passengers, vehicle…

What this holiday includes

Everything the price covers, and what to budget for separately.

Included

16
  • Airport pickup/dropoff and assistance upon arrival and departure
  • All transfers via private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Accommodation for 3 nights in Cairo including breakfast and taxes.
  • Accommodation for 1 night in Bahariya on half board.
  • Accommodation for 1 night camping in White Desert or in a hotel in Farafra on half board.
  • Accommodation for 1 night in Dakhla Oasis on full board.
  • Accommodation for 1 night in Minya including breakfast.
  • Private sightseeing tours
  • Transfer by a private 4 X 4 vehicle to the white and Black Deserts
  • Desert Expert
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Entrance fees to all sites specified on the itinerary
  • All meals specified on itinerary
  • Bottled water during outings outside of hotel or cruise ship
  • Portage as needed
  • All service charges and taxes

Not included

5
  • International airfare.
  • Entry visa to Egypt.
  • Any optional tours.
  • Personal spending.
  • Tipping.

Prices

Per person, by hotel standard and travel season. The operator publishes these rates; we confirm the exact cost for your dates before anything is booked.

Hotels used Badawiya Farafra Hotel 3 Desert Lodge Hotel Dakhla 4 Grand Aton Hotel 4 Hilton Pyramids Golf Resort 5 International Hot Spring Hotel, Bahareya Oasis 3
Prices per person in USD
Occupancy Prices
Per Person (Based on 4 Pax) USD 1,850
Per Person (Based on 2 Pax) USD 2,075

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Cairo, Minya and Desert Trip
Cairo, Minya and Desert Trip
Cairo, Minya and Desert Trip
Cairo, Minya and Desert Trip
Cairo, Minya and Desert Trip
Cairo, Minya and Desert Trip