Camels at the white desert

€1850

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Description

A good tour to enjoy the mix between meeting the local bedouin and enjoy the desert , so you will go and learn about the Bedouin way of life and also see other parts of the desert which not may tourists can see it

Includes

- Prices changeable according to group size andtraveling season
Transfers for start and end of safari, from and to locations decided by our clients
Our representative who waits for our clients at the pick-up place with a “Badawiya Expedition Travel” sign, and will not be joining the safari,
Camels,
Camels’ guide who will also prepare the meals in the desert,
Food (full board),
Bottled mineral water and soft drinks at the desert
Accommodation in El Badawiya Hotel (Farafra / old wing )
Entering fees for protectorate area

Excludes

Drinks during meals in any hotels and or restaurants, which have to be paid cash on the spot.
Entrance fees for site seeing. (historical places)
Airport transfers and visa purchase which can be provided at an extra charge.
Accommodation in any hotels other than the above mentioned which can be provided with a supplement.
Accommodation for Suites in the new wing which is provided with a supplement of EUR 10 per room per night at Badawiya Hotel Farafra
Accommodation for SGL rooms which is provided with a supplement of EUR 10 per room per night.
Tips for drivers and guides.

Tour highlights

The white desert
Camel Safari
Farafra Oasis
Black desert

Tour Timeline

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Day 1 : : Arrive at Cairo

Pick up at the Cairo Airport and transfer to a hotel in Cairo, check-in and overnight at the hotel
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Day 2 : : Travel to Farafra

Drive from Cairo to Farafra (560 km) by minibus. Lunch break on the way (at local restaurant). We arrive at Farafra, dinner and accommodation at El Badawiya Hotel, built in traditional Egyptian style. Before sleeping, we will bathe in the hot spring Bir Setta just outside the oasis.
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Day 3 : : Enjoy Farafra town

Free day at El Badawiya Hotel.to enjoy the hotel swimming pool, visit the old part of the town, enjoy cup of tea at a local coffee shop and meet local Bedouin, visit a Bedouin family and share their daily activity, Bedouin Lunch , cooking class ( 1 hour) back to hotel , dinner and overnight at the hotel
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Day 4 : : Camel Ride at the White desert

After breakfast drive from Farafra to Bir Regwa, where we meet the camels and get acquainted with handling and riding them. We start with the camels to the White Desert. On the way, we have lunch at the famous Mushrooms, and then we enter further into the desert to the White House (approx. 20 km).
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Day 5 : : At the White desert

After breakfast we ride from the White House to El Akabat. After lunch in Wadi El Nagfi, we go to El Chur Cave, back to hotel where we have dinner and stay overnight (approx. 35 km).
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Day 6 : : Camel Safari

After breakfast we ride to Barani (approx. 25 km). Lunch on the way. After all back to hotel and enjoy an unforgettable sunset, we enjoy the stew prepared on the open fire with Bedouin music and sleep under the stars at our Bedouin corner.
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Day 7 : : Camel Safari

After breakfast we ride to Guani (approx. 20 km), lunch on the way , back to hotel , dinner and overnight at the hotel
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Day 8 : : Camel Safari

After breakfast we ride from Guani, Al-Khur, Ein El-Wadi to Bir Regwa the starting point of our trip. We say good-bye to the camels, get into the cars and drive back to Farafra. Dinner and overnight at El Badawiya Hotel.
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Day 9 : : Enjoy Farafra town

Free day at El Badawiya Hotel. Visit at the Farafra Art Museum. Walk in the palm tree gardens around the oasis, lunch. In the evening bath in the hot spring Bir Setta
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Day 10 : : Back to Om Al-Dunia

After breakfast we return to Cairo by minibus. We take a little break at the Crystal Mountain, then we proceed and have our lunch at local restaurant. We continue and take another little break at the Black Desert. Arrival at Cairo before sunset and transfer to the airport.

FAQs related to this tour

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 .