5 Days Egypt Tour: Cairo, Zaferana Monasteries and Bahariya Oasis

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From
$ 850
per person

Tour Overview

From $ 850 / per person
Duration 5 days
Destinations Bahariya Oasis, Cairo,
Tour Availability Everyday
Tour Type Private ,
Pickup Location Cairo

Description

Embark on an unforgettable journey; 5 Days Egypt Tour: Cairo, Zafferana Monasteries and Bahariya Oasis that blends history, spirituality, and natural beauty into one experience.

Your journey starts from Cairo, standing in awe before the iconic Giza Pyramids and the mysterious Sphinx, and going ahead to the Grand Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of priceless antiquities, including the full collection of King Tutankhamun treasure.

Continue your exploration with a day  dedicated to the ancient past, visiting the Step Pyramid of Saqqara, the first capital of Egypt, Memphis, and the site where the theory of pyramid building was innovated, Dahshur with its Bent and Red Pyramids. Enjoy a magical dinner cruise on the Nile, soaking in the sparkling Cairo skyline.

The adventure takes a spiritual turn as you head to Zafarana, where you’ll discover two of the world’s oldest Christian monasteries—Saint Anthony and Saint Paul—hidden within the Eastern Desert, offering peace, history, and sacred heritage.

Next, trade city streets for sand dunes as you venture into the Bahariya Oasis and the striking landscapes of the Black and White Desert. Witness surreal formations at Crystal Mountain and camp under a sky full of stars—an experience like no other.

Wrap up your tour with visits to Cairo’s rich Islamic heritage at the Citadel of Saladin, the breathtaking Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and the vibrant atmosphere of Khan El Khalili Bazaar and Al-Mu’izz Street, before your final departure.

Whether you’re a history lover, spiritual seeker, or nature enthusiast, this 5-day Egypt tour offers a well-balanced escape into Egypt’s timeless wonders and serene desert magic with smooth pickups, drop-offs, AC door-to-door transportation, cozy accommodation, and expert Egyptologists for all the sightseeing.

Includes

  • Expert tour guide throughout the tour.
  • All transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Meet and greet service upon arrival and departure.
  • 3 nights at Cairo Hotel.
  • 1 night camping in the White Desert.
  • Entrance fees to all mentioned sites in the itinerary.
  • All camping equipment and support during the White Desert overnight stay.
  • All Service Charges and Taxes.

Excludes

  • Personal Expenses
  • Optional Tours
  • Entry visa to Egypt

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Cairo—Visit Giza Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum

Once you arrive at Cairo International Airport (CIA), we will meet and assist you with all the airport procedures.

Take your seat in the AC vehicle, and begin your day trip with your Egyptologist from Giza Pyramids Plateau, embarking amid ancient Egypt's mysteries by meeting face-to-face the Chephren Pyramid, the Cheops Pyramid, the Menkaure Pyramid, the legendary Sphinx, the Valley Temple, and the Mortuary Temple of purification.

Next, visit the Grand Egyptian Museum, which is the largest museum dedicated to one civilization in history and includes 12 galleries teeming with unbelievable antiques from the prehistoric eras up to the Greek and Roman times.

After that, we transfer to a local restaurant for a fresh-cooked lunch meal with fantastic local flavors that reflect the stunning culture of Egypt.

We proceed to the hotel in Cairo for check-in, and the rest of the day is at your leisure.

Meals:
Lunch.

Day 2: Saqqara, Memphis, Dahshur & Dinner Nile Cruise

Start your day with a tasty breakfast at the hotel, and then meet your Egyptologist at the lobby for an unforgettable journey in the heart of the Old Kingdom of ancient Egypt.

Arrive at the Saqqara Complex, and explore the oldest stone pyramid in Egypt that marks the birth of pyramid architecture and monumental royal tombs, the Step Pyramid of Djoser, and also the Unas Pyramid that includes the first Pyramidal Texts in history.

Proceed to Memphis, the first capital of ancient Egypt, where you discover the roots of one of the world’s oldest civilizations and visit the open-air museum featuring remarkable artifacts, including the colossal statue of Ramses II, the Alabaster Sphinx.

From Memphis, we transfer to the Dahshur Pyramids, home to two of the earliest and most fascinating pyramids built by Pharaoh Sneferu: the Bent Pyramid and the Red Pyramid, which led to building the Giza Pyramids since the theory of building a pyramid was innovated here.

Afterwards, we arrive at a Local restaurant for Lunch, experiencing tasty Egyptian cuisine.

Later on in the evening, relish a dinner Nile Cruise; it is a magical experience combining dining, entertainment, and scenic views of the Nile River.

Spend your restful night in the hotel.

Meals:
Breakfast and Lunch.

Day 3: Monastery of Saint Anthony and the Monastery of Saint Paul

After breakfast in the hotel, travel in an air-conditioned vehicle to Zafarana, located along the Red Sea coast.

Arrive at the oldest Monastery in the World, founded in the 4th century AD, the Monastery of Saint Anthony, and the home of the First Christian Hermit, the Monastery of Saint Paul.

Spend a relaxing time at a local restaurant, then transfer back to your hotel in Cairo. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Meals:
Breakfast and Lunch.

Day 4: Bahariya Oasis – Black Desert, Crystal Mountain & White Desert Camping

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel, or take your boxed breakfast from the hotel, as per your departure time—agreed when booking—take your seat in the AC vehicle, and go ahead to Bahariya Oasis with a one-stop break.

Arrive at a Bedouin house, which is the local guide's home, and experience the most delicious lunch meal, and then, by the 4x4 Jeep, launch through the sand dunes.

The thrilling adventure takes you to the magic of the Black Desert; all around you is covered by a volcanic black powder, and then you transfer to the El Heiz Spring for an unforgettable relaxing time, followed by your arrival at the glittering crystal formations, and then you head into the overwhelming Old White Desert.

Relish a cozy, unique night under the pure sky, camping in the New White Desert while relishing a BBQ dinner amid an amazing Bedouin atmosphere.

Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 5: White Desert—Cairo—Visit Saladin Citadel & Khan El Khalili—Final Departure

Enjoy an unbelievable morning amid the vast White Desert landscapes in a pure atmosphere. Spend a relaxing time practicing the meditation, and enjoy your local breakfast.

After a final exploration of the White Desert and taking non-repeatable photos, descend on Cairo, arriving at the Citadel of Saladin, a symbol of Egypt’s medieval military strength, where walking through its walls is like stepping into a living museum of Islamic history.

Meet inside the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, with grand Ottoman-style domes, towering minarets, and dazzling intricate decorations and chandeliers.

Transfer to Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, dating back to the 14th century, and still keep this historical atmosphere; it isn’t just a market—experience a vibrant blend of old-world charm and local life that leaves a lasting impression.

Finally, we will arrive to you at the Cairo International Airport by the AC vehicle for your seamless departure to home.

Meals:
Breakfast and Lunch.

Attractions highlight

What to bring

  • Your Passport
  • Comfortable shoes and clothes
  • Sunglasses, Hat and Sun cream
  • Jacket in winter
expert tour guides
modern A/C vehicles
24h customer support
best price guarantee
custom programs
flexible cancellation policy

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