Great Western Desert Expedition: Cairo to Luxor
Journey Overview
An overland adventure connecting Cairo with Upper Egypt through the dramatic landscapes of Egypt’s Western Desert. The emphasis is on scenery, oasis culture and the contrast between desert wilderness and Nile civilisation.
An epic overland trans-Sahara journey from Cairo to Luxor. Travel through the Great Pyramids, Bahariya, Black Desert, White Desert camping, Farafra, medieval Al Qasr in Dakhla Oasis, Kharga Oasis, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings ($1,899/person).
Curated Distinctions
- Bahariya Oasis
- Black and White Desert
- Desert 4x4 experience
- Overland journey to Luxor
- Upper Egypt heritage
Day-by-Day Itinerary
VIP Airport Meet & Chauffeur Transfer
Smooth arrival transfer to your 4★/5★ Cairo hotel.
Nile Promenade Evening Leisure
Orientation and evening relaxation overlooking the Nile.
Inclusions & Services
Included in Journey
- VIP meet & greet assistance at Cairo Airport and arrival hubs
- Hotel accommodations, boutique desert eco-lodges, and luxury desert camps
- Specially equipped 4x4 safari vehicles with experienced desert drivers
- Full Bedouin desert camping setup with fresh campfire meals and gear
- All entrance fees to national parks, archaeological sites, and museums
- Licensed professional Egyptologist guide and desert specialist
- Bottled mineral water, tea, and refreshments during all excursions
- All local taxes, service charges, and national park desert permits
Not Included
- — International and domestic flights
- — Egypt entry visa
- — Optional excursions (e.g. Abu Simbel unless specified in package)
- — Personal beverages and drinks not specified in meals
- — Gratuities for drivers, safari crew, and guides
Departure & Journey Logistics
Curated Enhancements & Add-ons
Elevate your private expedition with handpicked optional upgrades. These can be selected during booking.
Stargazing with Deep Space Astronomical Telescope
+$75Guided celestial tour under unpolluted dark skies observing Saturn rings, Jupiter, and constellations.
Sunset 4x4 Dune Bashing & Sandboarding
+$50Adrenaline-fueled desert traversal in Land Cruisers across high golden dunes.
VIP Luxury Bedouin Feast with Acoustic Music
+$60Candlelit desert banquet with slow-cooked Mandi, fresh flatbreads, and aromatic mint tea.
Private Camp Master & Luxury Glamping Setup
+$120Dedicated desert crew, memory foam bedding, ambient lanterns, and private safari hygiene station.
Booking Terms, Children & Cancellation Policy
Rate & Availability Reconfirmation Note
Final live rate should be reconfirmed for the client's dates before booking, especially for cruise, Dahabiya, hotel and peak-season products.
Children's Policy
Children aged 0–5 years join free of charge when sharing parents' accommodation. Children aged 6–11.99 years enjoy a 50% reduction on the adult rate (excluding domestic flights where airline child fares apply). Travelers aged 12 years and above are charged the standard adult rate.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Complimentary 48-hour provisional hold with zero obligation. Cancellations made 30 days or more prior to departure receive a full refund minus standard banking fees. Cancellations between 15–29 days prior incur a 25% fee; 7–14 days prior incur a 50% fee; cancellations within 7 days of departure are non-refundable.
Essential Inquiries & Notes
Official Egyptian Ministry of Tourism license with premier Egyptology guides.
Impeccable late-model Mercedes vehicles with private dedicated chauffeurs.
Lock your preferred date with 48h complimentary hold and flexible rescheduling.
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