Bahariya Oasis Day Tour: Exploration of Western Desert and Historic Egyptian Temples
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Discover the Western desert of Egypt on a day trip from Cairo. Explore the renowned Hall of Mummies, Alexander’s Temple, and the Ain El Muftella Temple. Optionally, prolong your journey to include the White and Black deserts, complete with a night spent camping beneath the celestial canopy.
Duration:
13 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Bahariya Oasis Guide - Enjoy a walk around the old village of the oasis and see the enchanting groves of palms and fruit trees. Enjoy a trip to the Black Mountains, the dunes, and the salt lake. Continue to visit the famous Mummies Hall. The Golden mummies were discovered in 1996 when a donkey belonging to an antiquities guard on duty at the nearby Temple of Alexander got its foot caught in a hole. The donkey eventually feed itself but its owner, Abd El Maugud, notified the Antiquities authority and thus the first golden Mummies were discovered. Proceed to visit one of the water wells of cold or hot natural springs where you can bathe and relax. Move to the ruin on a hill, the English House, at sunset and enjoy the panoramic view. In the evening, visit the village and shops, before you drive back to Cairo.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Lunch
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Location
Bahariya Oasis Guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
