Experience the wonders of Siwa, Bahariya, and the White Desert on this 4-day, 3-night package. Explore ancient archaeological sites, swim in the unique Siwa Salt Lake, and marvel at the surreal landscapes of the White Desert. Book now!
Experience the wonders of Siwa, Bahariya, and the White Desert on this 4-day, 3-night package. Explore ancient archaeological sites, swim in the unique Siwa Salt Lake, and marvel at the surreal landscapes of the White Desert. Book now!
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White Desert - This itinerary spans 3 nights and 4 days, covering the White Desert and Siwa Oasis.
Day 1
Depart from Cairo early in the morning, traveling towards Bahariya Oasis. Upon arrival at Mr. Tamer’s residence, enjoy lunch before embarking on an exciting journey. Begin by exploring the Black Desert, followed…
White Desert Black Desert
White Desert - This itinerary spans 3 nights and 4 days, covering the White Desert and Siwa Oasis.
Day 1
Depart from Cairo early in the morning, traveling towards Bahariya Oasis. Upon arrival at Mr. Tamer’s residence, enjoy lunch before embarking on an exciting journey. Begin by exploring the Black Desert, followed by a visit to the village of Al-Haz to see the cold spring. Continue the adventure to Crystal Mountain, then proceed to the Aqaba area, a fascinating part of the White Desert National Park. Finally, reach the camping site in the White Desert. Explore both the old and new White Desert, including intriguing spots like the mushroom area and the tent area. Set up camp in this enchanting location, enjoy dinner, and spend the night under the stars.
White Desert - The White and Black Deserts are breathtaking landscapes in Egypt, situated within the Western Desert, a segment of the expansive Sahara Desert. These areas are renowned for their striking natural contrasts and are favored by travelers for their surreal, almost otherworldly allure. Here’s a brief overview:
White Desert
The White Desert is located approximately 45 km north of the oasis town of Farafra. It is famed for its captivating landscape, characterized by bright white chalk rock formations shaped by wind erosion over millennia. Key features of the White Desert include:
Unique Formations: The chalk formations, some resembling giant mushrooms, animals, or abstract shapes, are products of weathering. The area appears particularly enchanting during sunrise and sunset when the rocks adopt a pinkish or golden hue.
White Sands: The sand and rocks in this region have a distinct pale color, lending the area its name and a mystical quality.
Protected Area
From Bahariya Oasis to Siwa Oasis
Siwa - Day 2
After sunrise, enjoy breakfast and prepare to return to the oasis, where transportation awaits to take you to Siwa Oasis. En route to Siwa Oasis, stop for lunch near Marsa Matrouh, then continue the journey to Siwa. Upon arrival, check into the hotel, have dinner, and take a leisurely tour around the oasis to visit the local market for dates and olive products before returning to the hotel for the night.
Siwa Oasis
Lake Siwa - Day 3:
After breakfast, begin the day by exploring Siwa Oasis. Visit the ancient Siwa Shali Road, Silopatra, the Dead Fountain, and the Temple of Alexander. Return for lunch, then continue the excursion to a salt lake, followed by a sunset viewing at a picturesque location. Return to the oasis to explore the craft markets, where traditional handmade items and beautiful gifts for family and friends can be found. Conclude the day with dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Siwa Oasis Tour - The salt lakes of Siwa Oasis are among the most unique and stunning natural features in this remote part of Egypt. Here’s a detailed overview of these remarkable lakes:
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Geographical Overview:
Location: The salt lakes are located in Siwa Oasis, situated in the Western Desert of Egypt, about 50 kilometers east of the Libyan border and approximately 750 kilometers from Cairo.
Surroundings: Siwa Oasis is renowned for its palm groves, olive trees, and historic sites. The salt lakes are interspersed within this lush landscape, enhancing the oasis’s natural beauty. -
Formation and Composition:
Saline Composition: The salt lakes in Siwa have an extremely high salinity level, often comparable to or exceeding that of the Dead Sea. This is due to the region’s mineral-rich underground water sources and natural salt deposits.
Origins: These lakes are fed by underground water sources that bring salt-rich water to the surface, creating a network of saltwater bodies. Evaporation: The intense heat
From Siwa Oasis, transfer to Cairo or Giza
Karnak Open Air Museum - Day 4:
Wake up, have breakfast, and head back to Cairo, with a packed lunch for the journey.
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- All tours are private tours
- Transfers by private air-conditioned car
- A private tour guide who speaks English in Siwa Oasis
- Lunch, dinner, and breakfast included
- Entrance fees for all mentioned sites
- Meals as per itinerary
- Water bottle during trips
- All tours are private tours
- Transfers by private air-conditioned car
- A private tour guide who speaks English in Siwa Oasis
- Lunch, dinner, and breakfast included
- Entrance fees for all mentioned sites
- Meals as per itinerary
- Water bottle during trips
- Any extras and personal spending
- Tipping
- Any extras and personal spending
- Tipping
Siwa Shali Oasis in the Pharaonic era, which includes many archaeological monuments dating back to the Pharaonic and Roman eras. Among its most important tourist and archaeological landmarks are the Temple of Jupiter Amun, the Temple of the Treasury, and the Mountain of the Dead, which includes Pharaonic tombs.
Siwa Salt Lake, which has a clear blue…
Siwa Shali Oasis in the Pharaonic era, which includes many archaeological monuments dating back to the Pharaonic and Roman eras. Among its most important tourist and archaeological landmarks are the Temple of Jupiter Amun, the Temple of the Treasury, and the Mountain of the Dead, which includes Pharaonic tombs.
Siwa Salt Lake, which has a clear blue color, is a natural lake that contains a high percentage of salt, which makes everyone who swims in it automatically float. Many people go to it for treatment or recreation at the medical center located near the lake, as the salt water helps in medical treatment. Natural for eyes and skin. Everything is legendary in the White Desert. The huge and rare chalk rocks are not just rocks, but rather giant plastic sculptures that colonize the void, carved by the creative hand of nature. There is the bird-shaped rock, the animal-shaped rock, the human-like sphinx-like rock, the one that mimics a tree, and under which it becomes a canopy for
- recommended for travelers
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.