Day 1

Scheduled flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met by our tour guide who will assist you with customs formalities. Afterwards, transfer to the hotel, check-in, and overnight stay.

Day 2

After breakfast, your guide will show you the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) with the golden mask of Tutankhamun, as well as the Citadel with the Mohamed Ali Mosque (Alabaster Mosque). In the afternoon, you have the opportunity to buy Egyptian souvenirs at the Khan El-Khalili Bazaar – one of the oldest markets in the world. Conclude your excursion at the world-famous El-Fishawy Café.

Day 3

After breakfast, your journey begins into the desert to the Bahariya Oasis, which has become known in recent years primarily as the Valley of the Golden Mummies. Abundant springs transform the oasis into a green island in the sea of sand. You will experience the hot springs, the palm grove, and visit the exhibition of the famous golden mummies. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 4

On the way to the small Farafra Oasis, you will pass the Black Desert, named after its black basalt rock, as well as the "Crystal Mountain." During a walk through the White Desert, you will discover countless limestone formations bizarrely shaped by wind and sand, which appear to grow right out of the ground. Overnight camping in tents.

Day 5

After breakfast, you will visit the local museum. Afterwards, the drive continues through the Western Desert to the Dakhla Oasis, considered by many to be one of the most beautiful Egyptian oases. In the main town of El Qasr, you will take a walk through the narrow alleys of the historical mudbrick settlement.

Day 6

Visit Deir El Hajar, the "Monastery of the Stones," a temple from the Roman imperial period that was later inhabited by Christian monks. Afterwards, dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 7

Visit the Temple of Hibis (Hebet), the most important monument of the oases, known for its size, excellent state of preservation, and age. It is the only temple from the Persian period in Egypt with such impressive dimensions. Afterwards, you will visit the Kharga Heritage Museum, which provides a comprehensive overview of the antiquities of the Kharga and Dakhla oases. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 8

After breakfast, you will drive through the desert to Luxor. You will reach the city in the afternoon. Afterwards, dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 9

After breakfast, our tour escort will take you to Luxor Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo. In Cairo, the escort will assist you with check-in and customs formalities for your return journey.

Cairo
Ramses Hilton 5*

A hotel overlooking the Nile, featuring a pool terrace, casino, and fitness room. All rooms feature a balcony with Nile views or panoramic city views, and are furnished with a sofa, desk, and TV.

Farafra Oasis
Hotel Rahala Safari

The lovingly managed hotel complex in local Bedouin style is located in the heart of the Farafra Oasis. In this quiet place, away from the main road, you will immediately feel at home and want to linger. Guests can stay here in 12 cozy double rooms.

Luxor
Steigenberger 5*

In Luxor, directly on the Nile, the Steigenberger Nile Palace features its own boat pier. The Valley of the Kings and the famous pharaonic tombs are on the other side of the river. The 303 cozy rooms and suites are equipped with a balcony or terrace.