
White Desert and Bahariya Oasis Tour
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Is White Desert and Bahariya Oasis Tour worth booking?
White Desert and Bahariya Oasis Tour is a 14-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $70 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 14 hours
- From
- $70 per person
This excursion will take you to Bahariya Oasis in the Western Desert and then out into the surrounding desert to see the unique regions known at the Black and White Desert in a unique adventure experience. Follow your gu
What you get
- Transfer by a private 4 X 4 vehicle to the white and Black Deserts.
- Bottled water
- Pick up services from your hotel in Cairo and return
- All taxes & service charge
- Lunch
- Desert Guide
About this experience
This excursion will take you to Bahariya Oasis in the Western Desert and then out into the surrounding desert to see the unique regions known at the Black and White Desert in a unique adventure experience. Follow your guide’s instructions in Natural Reserves to help protect wildlife and minimize our environmental footprint.
What's included
Included
- Transfer by a private 4 X 4 vehicle to the white and Black Deserts.
- Bottled water
- Pick up services from your hotel in Cairo and return
- All taxes & service charge
- Lunch
- Desert Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
- Tipping
- Pick up from Airport will be for additional cost
What you'll see and do
Bahariya Oasis Desert
At 07:00 in the morning your tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo and transfer you to Bahariya Oasis about 350 km east Cairo this journey takes about 4 hours,
60 minutes here · Admission included
English Mountain Bahariya Oasis
continue driving to visit the Black Desert and the natural hot spring of Valley of El Haize,
60 minutes here · Admission included
Valley of Agabat
then drive to see the quartz crystal at Crystal Mountain, and the rocky formations in the Valley of Agabat.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Continue driving to the White Desert National Park the most well-known desert destination in Egypt – and for a good reason.
60 minutes here · Admission included
White Desert
The quantity of unearthly and beautiful wind-carved rock formations shaped in the form of giant mushrooms or pebbles is unequalled in any desert in the world.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Black Desert
Drive to Bahariya Oasis to visit the Mummies Museum, that is a huge burial site at Bahariya Oasis in the Western Desert of Egypt and the Tomb of Bannantiu in the Bahariya Oasis.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Western Desert
Then you will enjoy climbing the English House, the sand dunes and the Salt Lake. Note : For pick up / drop off form Cairo airport, Sphinx airport, New Administrative Capital, New Cairo, Helioplis, Badr City, Shorouk, Rehab, Obour, Sheraton Almatar, Sheikh Zayed city, Ring Rd, Mirage City, Meridian Airport or Madinty City will be for additional cost. Kindly note that you'll need to share a soft copy of your passports with us at least 24 hours before your travel date to issue the necessary licenses for the Desert tour
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Group/Ticket/JAP Guid/Transfer
Group/Ticket/JAP Guid/Transfer Pickup included
Group/Ticket/GR Guide/Transfer
Group/Ticket/GR Guide/Transfer Pickup included
Private Multilingual Tour
Pickup included
Private guided Tour in Japanes
Pickup included
Group/Ticket/ITA Guid/Transfer
Group/Ticket/ITA Guid/Transfer Pickup included
Group/Ticket/FR Guide/Transfer
Group/Ticket/FR Guide/Transfer Pickup included
Group/Ticket/SP Guide/Transfer
Group/Ticket/SP Guide/Transfer Pickup included
Group/Ticket/EN Guide/Transfer
Group/Ticket/EN Guide/Transfer Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, de, ru, zh-TW, pt, ja, el, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- This Is Egypt
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 14 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $70 to $760
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by This Is Egypt, who run 7 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 44.0.
See everything This Is Egypt runsWhy this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
White Desert and Bahariya Oasis Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cairo.
How much does White Desert and Bahariya Oasis Tour cost?
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Prices start at $70 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cairo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does White Desert and Bahariya Oasis Tour take?
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Plan for about 14 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cairo is not rushed.
Is White Desert and Bahariya Oasis Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cairo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule White Desert and Bahariya Oasis Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is White Desert and Bahariya Oasis Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 14-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book White Desert and Bahariya Oasis Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cairo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cairo and add a light layer if any part of the 14-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does White Desert and Bahariya Oasis Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cairo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cairo?
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On Outty we rank every Cairo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include All-in-One Giza Tour, inside Pyramid, sphinx, Camel ride & lunch, VIP Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx Tour –Inside the Pyramids&More, Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cairo?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cairo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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