Egypt White Desert

Description

2 Days, 1 Night

English,Arabic

Morning:
- Depart from Cairo early in the morning by private 4x4 vehicle (approximately 5-6 hours drive).
- Arrive at El Bahariya Oasis, a lush oasis in the desert and the gateway to the White Desert.
Afternoon:
- Visit the Bahariya Oasis Museum to learn about the history and culture of the region.
- Have lunch at a local restaurant or in a traditional desert camp.
- Begin your journey into the White Desert. Drive through Black Desert, a desert region filled with black volcanic hills.
- Explore the Crystal Mountain, a unique site featuring quartz crystals scattered throughout the desert floor.
- Continue to the White Desert, famous for its striking white chalk rock formations that create a surreal, moon-like landscape.
Evening:
- Set up camp in the desert and enjoy a traditional Bedouin-style dinner around a campfire.
- Experience stargazing in the desert, where the clear skies offer stunning views of the stars.
- Spend the night in a desert camp with a cozy Bedouin tent setup.

Morning:
- Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the White Desert, one of the most magical experiences.
- After breakfast, explore more of the White Desert's rock formations, including the famous Mushroom Rock (large mushroom-shaped rocks), The Chicken, and the Crystal Mountain.
- Optional: Go on a dune bashing adventure in the vast desert, driving through the stunning sand dunes and rocky landscapes.
Afternoon:
- Lunch in the desert or at a local oasis, then start your journey back to Cairo.
- En route, visit The Valley of the Golden Mummies (if time permits), an archaeological site with hundreds of ancient mummies discovered in the area.
Evening:
- Return to Cairo by late evening.