8 days Jeep Safari

€1100

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Description

Egypt and It is unique in the Sahara: a fascinating landscape of snow-white chalk and light yellow sand. The constant blowing of the wind shapes the soft chalk into mysterious sculptures and seemingly bizarre compositions. The starting point of the hikes, led by local Bedouins, is Farafra, a primeval oasis with date groves and mineral-rich hot springs.

We are offering a new version of this trip, namely for explorers who want to get to know the desert in all its diversity, but do not want to spend the night under the open sky. You will stay at the El Badawiya desert hotel in Farafra and take day trips into the spectacular surrounding countryside. Equipped with a daypack, after a journey of varying lengths, you roam the desert on foot in an off-road vehicle and leisurely get up close and personal with this fascinating landscape. In the evening you will be driven back to the hotel where you can share your experiences with your fellow travelers over a tasty local-style meal. An authentic desert experience and cozy comfort are not mutually exclusive, with our hiking weeks in the Farafra area we offer you both together.

Includes

Arrival airport reception
Two nights in 4 stars hotel in Cairo
All Transportaion
nights at Badawiya hotel in Frafra Oasis

Excludes

Egypt Entry Visa
historical sites entry fees
Tips and gratuities
International flight tickets
Any departing fees

Tour highlights

Bahariya Oasis Golden mummies museum
the surface of Mars which we call Black desert
Afascinating landscape of snow-white chalk and light yellow sand.
The dreamy sand dunes south of Farafra.
The mineral-rich hot springs.
An unusually fairytale-like environment to the White House.
The picturesque Lake Abu Noss.
The Khan El Khalili is the largest oriental market in all of Africa.

Tour Timeline

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Day 1 : : Scheduled flight to Cairo

Upon Arrival at Cairo airport our rep will meet you and assist you through Cairo airport formalities and transfer you to the hotel, night at the hotel in Cairo
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Day 2 : : Pyramids and The English Mountain

After breakfast, Drive to Bahariya Oasis (southwest) Cairo, stop by the only site still standing from the old worldwide wonders (the Great Pyramid), arrive at Bahariya , Lunch at a local restaurant and after noon visit to Captain William fortress at the black mountain , back to hotel
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Day 3 : : Mummies Museum, Tombs and Black Desert

After Breakfast on a stroll through Bahariya, visit tombs of the recently discovered huge mummy field. After that, the off-road vehicles will take you to the Black Desert. A first hike in the landscape reminiscent of the surface of Mars takes about two to three hours. Afterwards, the 4x4 will take you to Farafra, to the Hotel El Badawiya, traditionally built of adobe bricks, where you can settle in comfortably for the next few days.
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Day 4 : : White Mushrooms and White House

The off-road vehicles take you to a very special place in the White Desert, to the mushrooms. From there you walk through an unusually fairytale-like environment to the White House. In the evening return to the hotel. Anyone who feels like a soothing thermal bath after dinner will be taken there by off-road vehicle.
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Day 5 : : Wadi El Obayed and El Khabur

Today you will get to know a different face of the White Desert: The rocks are higher, the rooms are wider - and everything is washed by soft sand. In this unique setting, a campfire is lit in the evening and you dine together with the sons of the desert and listen to their magical traditional music under the starry sky...
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Day 6 : : : Camel Farm, Abu Noss Lake, Farafra Oasis

Today you have the opportunity to visit a camel farm in Abu Noss. Then you hike through green fields to the picturesque Lake Abu Noss. The cars will take you back to the oasis of Farafra, where you will visit the art museum and walk through the village via palm gardens to the hotel.
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Day 7 : : Back to Om Al-Dunia

Passing the White and Black Deserts, you drive in the direction of Cairo, where towards evening you arrive in the pulsating metropolis, which the Egyptians affectionately call Um El Dunia – Mother of Life. Evening opportunity to visit The Khan El Khalili is the largest oriental market in all of Africa.
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Day 8 : : Final Deparure

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to airport on time of your flight back home.

FAQs related to this tour

What will I do for meals?

Food is a great way to learn more about a destination. We try to keep meals flexible wherever possible; we include Bed & Breakfast accommodation rather than half or full board. This way you have flexibility to eat where and when you want, and to explore the culture and Egyptian cuisine. Our guides are always on-hand to make their recommendations, and of course you can choose to eat with all or some of your group or travelling companion or on your own. The choice is yours.

What will see in my tour?

With our tours you will see the cultural and historical highlights as well as discovering local hidden gems. Our aim is to take you around the major historical sites in each town / city and leave space for you to explore other places yourself.

I want to travel to egypt in a tour group and stay at the cheapest hotels?

Egypt offers a wide variety of 3-star hotels. The prices range from $12 to $20 per person per night in a double room. I would suggest you check hotel directories for rates and locations. Backpacker services are not popular in egypt, although a few are available

Is Egypt considered a safe destination?

Egypt has served as one of the best and safest tourist destinations. you will be Surrounded by warm Egyptian hospitality, courteous and kind-hearted locals you will feel at home and as safe as you'll ever be. With some Sensible preparations, you will be able to explore and enjoy .