6 Days Sahara Desert in Fayoum Oasis/Bahariya Oasis/Siwa Oasis

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Cairo. Marsa Matrouh. Siwa Desert Safari Camp with Hot Spring⌄

   Depart from Cairo early in the morning (around 6:00 AM) for a scenic drive to Siwa Oasis. Enjoy a light breakfast along way.

   Stop in Marsa Matrouh for a leisurely lunch. Take time to explore the beautiful coastline and snap some photos at the beach

   Continue the drive towards Siwa. Arrive at your Siwa Oasis lodge, where you'll check-in and freshen up. Relax with a tranquil sunset on Futnas Island, one of Siwa’s peaceful attractions. Later, enjoy a traditional local Siwi Bedioun Dinner at the Hot Spring Camp and return to your lodge.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Eco-logical Hotel called Panta Lodge or Dream Lodge

2. 2Experience of Siwa Oasis⌄

   Start your day with a breakfast - Set off for a tuk-tuk tour around Siwa’s ancient ruins: Mountain of the Dead**: Explore this ancient burial site with tombs dating back to Pharaonic and Greco-Roman times.

   Temple of the Oracle of Amun, Visit this sacred temple, made famous by Alexander the Great’s visit.The temple itself is a significant architectural site, featuring walls made of sandstone. The structure bears the marks of ancient Egyptian architectural styles, with columns and hieroglyphic inscriptions

   Dakrur Mountain is known for its healing sand, scenic views, and the tourism lunar festival. Alexander Coronation Temple* See the temple's remains where Alexander the Great supposedly got coronated

   visit **Shali City**, Siwa's ancient mud-brick fortress, and stroll through the **Siwa Old Souq** to shop for local handicrafts and products. Afternoon

   relax at the Siwa Salt Lakes, famous for their therapeutic qualities

   visit Cleopatra’s Spring for a refreshing dip and Lunch as a traditional Egyptian Pie (Feteer).

   Embark on a thrilling safari through the Great Sand Sea, with some fun sandboarding on the dunes and a traditional Zardah picnic to enjoy the Sunset with Siwi Tea and fruits.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Eco-logical Hotel called Panta Lodge or Dream Lodge

3. 3Siwa Oasis, Bahariya oasis White Desert⌄

   After breakfast, Depart from Siwa to Bahariya Oasis (approximately a 6-7 hour drive). En route, make a quick stop for rest and refreshments.

   Arrive at Bahariya Oasis and set up camp for the night. Enjoy a hearty local lunch and Dinner and recharge for the next day's adventures.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Stars Camp

4. 4Set off for the Black & White Desert Tour⌄

   Set off for the Black & White Desert Tour**: Black Desert: Marvel at the otherworldly landscape of the Black Desert, with its distinctive black sand dunes and volcanic rock formations. . Mountain of Obstacles (Aqabat Mountain): Hike through a challenging but rewarding mountain trail. White Desert: Witness the breathtaking beauty of the White Desert, with its surreal white chalk formations. Discover the unique salt formations. Desert Camp: Spend the night under the stars at a comfortable desert camp, enjoying a delicious dinner and traditional Bedouin hospitality.

   Crystal Mountain: Admire the sparkling crystals embedded in the mountainside. Mountain of Obstacles (Aqabat Mountain): Hike through a challenging but rewarding mountain trail.

   White Desert: Witness the breathtaking beauty of the White Desert, with its surreal white chalk formations. Discover the unique salt formations. Desert Camp: Spend the night under the stars at a comfortable desert camp, enjoying a delicious dinner and traditional Bedouin hospitality.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Spend the night under the stars at a comfortable desert camp,

5. 5Bahariya Oasis to Fayoum⌄

   Morning: Wake up to a stunning desert sunrise. Cold Spring: Relax and rejuvenate in the warm waters of a natural Cold & Hot spring. Enjoy a delicious lunch in a local restaurant. - Begin your journey towards.

   **El Fayoum Oasis** (around 4-5 hours by car). Upon arrival, check in to your desert camp.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Bedouin Desert Camp

6. 6Exploring El Fayoum Oasis⌄

   - Start with breakfast at your desert camp, then set off for a 4x4 ride & continue your adventure to the **Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan)**, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its fossilized remains of prehistoric whales. Visit the **Open and Closed Museum of Fossils** to learn more about the area's rich paleontological history and through the **Wadi El Rayan Protectorate**, a beautiful desert nature reserve 65 km southwest of Fayoum.

   Take a break at **Magic Lake**,an idyllic spot for swimming, and capture some stunning photos at the Magic Lake Panorama.

   Visit the **Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls**, a natural wonder with cascading water surrounded by desert landscapes. Afterward, return to your camp in Fayoum for Lunch and a restful night and then make your way back to Cairo. - Drop off at your Cairo hotel or the airport, marking the end of your immersive oasis adventure

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch