5-Day Siwa Oasis & White Desert Tour
Licensed local guidesNo hidden feesFree to ask · 30% deposit to confirm
- Duration5 days, 4 nights
- Start & endYour hotel in Cairo or Giza
- Tour typePrivate, from 1 traveler
- TransportPrivate vehicle + 4×4 expedition
- Overnight3 hotel nights + 1 desert camp
- MealsAll meals included
The great Western Desert journey
Siwa and White Desert Tour: Overview
In short: this private 5-day Siwa and White Desert tour crosses Egypt’s Western Desert from Siwa Oasis to Bahariya, with Shali Fortress, the Oracle Temple and the salt lakes of Siwa, a family dinner in Bahariya, a 4×4 expedition to Djara Cave and a night camping in the White Desert. Private transport, hotels, the camp, all meals and every entrance ticket and permit are included, from $660 per person.
This is the journey for travelers who want the real Western Desert, not a glimpse, but the whole story. Few tours connect Siwa and the White Desert in one trip, because it means crossing one of the emptiest roads in Egypt. That is exactly what makes it unforgettable: two great oases, a hidden cave and a night under more stars than you have ever seen.
In Siwa, you explore the painted tombs of the Mountain of the Dead, the salt-and-mud ruins of Shali Fortress and the Oracle Temple where Alexander the Great came to hear his destiny. You float in the turquoise salt lakes, swim in Cleopatra’s Spring, watch the sunset over Fatnas Island and relax in a hot spring under the evening sky.
Then the road crosses the desert to Bahariya Oasis, our home, for a sunset in the Black Desert and a traditional dinner with a local family. The next day, a full 4×4 expedition takes you through Crystal Mountain and Agabat Valley to the glowing stalactites of Djara Cave, before you camp in the White Desert National Park with a Bedouin dinner by the fire and Bedouin tea brewed over the coals.
All along, you travel with a local team who treat you as friends, sharing our food, our customs and the stories behind every place. For a shorter trip, see our 4-day Siwa Oasis tour or the 3-day Djara Cave tour.
Why travelers love it
Tour Highlights
Here is what makes this Siwa and White Desert tour so special:
- Two great oases, Siwa and Bahariya, in one private journey.
- The Mountain of the Dead, Shali Fortress and the Oracle Temple.
- Float in Siwa’s salt lakes and swim in Cleopatra’s Spring.
- Sunset over Fatnas Island and a hot spring under the stars.
- Cross the Western Desert from Siwa to Bahariya.
- Sunset in the Black Desert and dinner with a Bahariya family.
- 4×4 expedition to the stalactites of Djara Cave.
- Crystal Mountain, Agabat Valley and the Moon Cave.
- A night camping in the White Desert with a Bedouin dinner and stargazing.
- Private transport, all meals, every ticket and permit included.
More than a tour
Cross the Desert as Our Friends
What makes this Siwa and White Desert tour different is not only where we take you, but how we share it with you:
- Bedouin tea on the coalsTea brewed slowly over the campfire embers in the White Desert, shared with everyone around the fire.
- Dinner with a Bahariya familySit down in a real oasis home and taste dishes cooked by local hands.
- Stories along the wayOracles and conquerors, caravan routes, salt fortresses and a cave hidden in the desert for centuries.
- Evenings togetherStories, laughter and desert games by the fire, under a sky full of stars.
- Everything handled for youTransport, hotels, the camp, desert permits and every ticket are arranged, nothing to pay at the gates.
- At your own paceIt is a private trip, so there is always time for one more swim, one more photo or one more cup of tea.
Five days, step by step
Siwa and White Desert Tour Itinerary
The order below is the usual route. Desert roads, permits and camping spots can change, so we reconfirm the final plan for your dates.
- 1Day 1 · Early morning
Cairo to Siwa Oasis
Early pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and a drive of about 8 to 9 hours to Siwa, with rest stops and lunch on the way. Check in, relax and enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Hotel in Siwa Oasis.
- 2Day 2 · Siwa
Mountain of the Dead, Shali, the Oracle & the salt lakes
Explore the painted tombs of the Mountain of the Dead and the historic Shali Fortress, then have lunch at a local restaurant. Visit the Oracle Temple of Alexander the Great, float in the salt lakes and swim in Cleopatra’s Spring. After a short rest, watch the sunset over Fatnas Island and relax in a natural hot sulfur spring before dinner.
Overnight: Hotel in Siwa Oasis.
- 3Day 3 · Across the desert
Siwa to Bahariya & a family dinner
After breakfast, cross the Western Desert to Bahariya Oasis, with lunch on the way. Visit English Mountain, watch the sunset in the Black Desert and enjoy a traditional dinner at a local family house, experiencing authentic Bedouin culture and hospitality.
Overnight: Hotel in Bahariya Oasis.
- 4Day 4 · Expedition day
Crystal Mountain, Agabat, Djara Cave & White Desert camp
After breakfast, set off by 4×4: El Heiz village and its springs, Crystal Mountain, Agabat Valley and the Moon Cave. Then continue deep into the desert to Djara Cave, about two hours from the White Desert area, to explore its stalactites and stalagmites. Return to the White Desert for its most famous rock formations and set up camp in the heart of the National Park, with a Bedouin dinner around the campfire and stargazing.
Overnight: Camping in the White Desert.
- 5Day 5 · White Desert & Cairo
Desert morning & return to Cairo
Breakfast at camp and the morning light on the White Desert. Return to Bahariya for lunch, then drive back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
All-inclusive, no surprises
What’s Included & Excluded
We include everything you need for this Siwa and White Desert tour, so you never have to buy a ticket or arrange anything yourself.
Included
- Private transportation throughout, from and back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza
- 2 nights in Siwa and 1 night in Bahariya Oasis (hotels)
- 1 night of camping in the White Desert with full camping equipment
- All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner, including the family dinner and the Bedouin dinner at camp
- Private 4×4 vehicle for the Djara Cave and White Desert expedition
- Local guides in Siwa and Bahariya
- All entrance tickets in Siwa, Djara Cave access, White Desert permits and protected-area fees
- Siwa to Bahariya road permits, soft drinks and bottled water
Not included
- Tips for the team (optional)
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
Truly all-inclusive: every entrance ticket, desert permit and meal is already in the price. You will not pay anything at the gates.
Private tour prices
Siwa and White Desert Tour Prices
This Siwa and White Desert tour is private, so the price per person drops as your group grows. All prices are in US dollars and include transport, hotels, the desert camp, all meals, the 4×4 expedition and every ticket and permit.
| Group size | Per person | Group total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveler | $1,650 | $1,650 |
| 2 travelers | $945 | $1,890 |
| 3 travelers | $780 | $2,340 |
| 4 travelers | $670 | $2,680 |
| 5+ travelers Best value | $660 | $3,300 for 5 |
- All tickets, desert permits and fees included
- Confirm with a 30% deposit; pay the rest in cash on the day
- Traveling with children? We quote family prices on request
Free to ask, no payment now
Check Availability
Send your preferred dates and group size for the Siwa and White Desert tour. We personally confirm availability, the route permits, the final price and pickup details in writing before you pay anything.
Before you go
Good to Know
- The desert roadThe direct road between Siwa and Bahariya needs special permits. We arrange them for you and confirm the route for your dates before you book.
- A real expeditionExpect long drives on Days 1, 3 and 5, off-road travel to Djara Cave and one night of basic desert camping.
- Basic campingFacilities at camp are simple, and permanent bathroom facilities may not be available.
- Respect local cultureSiwa and Bahariya are traditional communities. Modest clothing in town is appreciated.
- What to packSwimwear for the springs and lakes, sun protection, a hat, comfortable shoes, warm layers for the desert night and a power bank.
- Flexible routeDesert access and permits can change; the final route is reconfirmed for your dates.
Plan with our local guides: read our Siwa Oasis travel guide, White Desert Egypt guide and Djara Cave guide, plus Bahariya vs Siwa: which oasis to choose.
Organized by locals who know this desert. Our trips are planned by Eyad Elzaghandi, a licensed tour guide born in Bahariya Oasis, and our team of licensed local guides. Meet the team.
More time for Siwa? Our 4-day Siwa Oasis tour adds a Great Sand Sea safari and a relaxed pace.
See the 4-day Siwa tourQuestions travelers ask
Siwa and White Desert Tour FAQ
Can you visit Siwa and the White Desert in one trip?
Yes. This 5-day tour connects them by the desert road between Siwa and Bahariya, with Djara Cave and a night of camping in the White Desert on the way back to Cairo.
Is the direct Siwa to Bahariya road guaranteed?
The road needs special permits. We arrange them and confirm the route for your dates before you book. If it is not available, we tell you and agree on an alternative plan together.
Is Djara Cave included?
Yes. Day 4 includes a 4×4 expedition to Djara Cave, about two hours from the White Desert area, as well as Crystal Mountain and Agabat Valley.
Do we camp in the White Desert?
Yes. Night 4 is spent camping in the White Desert National Park, with full camping equipment, a Bedouin dinner around the campfire and stargazing. The other three nights are in hotels.
Are all tickets and permits included?
Yes. Entrance tickets in Siwa, Djara Cave access, White Desert permits, protected-area fees and the Siwa to Bahariya road permits are all included.
Are meals included?
Yes. Breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, including the family dinner in Bahariya and the Bedouin dinner at camp, plus soft drinks and water.
Is this a private tour?
Yes. You travel with your own group only, with private transport, a private 4×4 and local guides.
How do I book and pay?
Send a request with your dates and group size. Once we confirm availability and the final price, you secure the tour with a 30% deposit through an official PayPal invoice and pay the remaining balance in cash on the day. See our booking & payment policy and cancellation policy.
Cross the Great Western Desert
From the salt lakes and oracle of Siwa Oasis to a family dinner in Bahariya, the glowing stalactites of Djara and a night under the stars in the White Desert, five days, every ticket and permit included, and a local team who will welcome you as friends.