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Nile to Desert
The listed price is per person, based on two guests.
Rates may adjust for larger groups.
Rates shown are starting prices and may change depending on travel season and time of booking.
A cultural deep-dive across Egypt’s soul — from Cairo’s chaotic charm to silent desert nights, ancient temples, and the gentle rhythm of the Nile. This journey blends history, connection, and raw nature into one unforgettable barefoot experience.
Trip Itinerary
Day 01 (Tuesday) :
Day 01 (Tuesday) :
- Arrive at Cairo Airport where your driver will be waiting to meet you.
- Settle into your hotel, then head out to explore the Citadel and wander through the Khan El Khalili market.
- Enjoy a local lunch before returning to your hotel.
- Dinner and overnight in Cairo.
Day 02 (Wednesday) :
Day 02 (Wednesday) :
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit the Pyramids of Giza and step inside the Grand Egyptian Museum to witness treasures from ancient Egypt.
- Enjoy lunch before heading back to rest.
- Dinner and overnight in Cairo.
Day 03 (Thursday) :
Day 03 (Thursday) :
- Breakfast, then check out and leave the city behind.
- Travel to Baharya Oasis.
- Check into your lodge and enjoy lunch.
- Explore the oasis with your local Bedouin guide.
- Return to the lodge for dinner and a peaceful night’s rest.
Day 04 (Friday) :
Day 04 (Friday) :
- After breakfast, pack up for your full desert adventure.
- Join your Bedouin guide and hop into the safari cars.
- Start your full day desert experience by: discovering the striking Black Desert, the sparkling Crystal Mountain, and the surreal Agabat Valley.
- Arrive at your desert camp before sunset.
- Relax under a sky full of stars/moon with a Bedouin-style BBQ dinner.
- Overnight in a fully equipped desert camp.
Day 05 (Saturday) :
Day 05 (Saturday) :
- Enjoy breakfast at camp.
- Travel back to Bahariya Oasis for a quick freshen-up and lunch.
- Transfer back to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Luxor.
- On arrival, meet your local host and transfer to your Nile cruise.
- Embark and settle into your cabin before dinner. Overnight on board.
Day 06 (Sunday):
Day 06 (Sunday):
- Experience the magic of a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor.
- Explore the West Bank: the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Temple at El-Deir El-Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon.
- Sail to Edfu via Esna lock.
- Lunch, dinner, and overnight on board.
Day 07 (Monday) :
Day 07 (Monday) :
- Visit the Temple of Edfu in the morning.
- Sail to Kom Ombo and explore its unique twin temples.
- Continue sailing to Aswan.
- Lunch, dinner, and overnight on board.
Day 8 (Tuesday) :
Day 8 (Tuesday) :
- Enjoy your breakfast.
- Visit Aswan’s High Dam and the beautiful Philae Temple.
- Enjoy lunch back on the boat.
- Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 9 (Wednesday) :
Day 9 (Wednesday) :
- Breakfast and disembark from the cruise.
- Transfer to your hotel in Aswan and check in.
- Take a trip to a Nubian Village and soak in the rhythms, colors, and charm of Nubia.
- Dinner and overnight in Aswan.
Day 10 (Thursday) :
Day 10 (Thursday) :
- Transfer to Aswan Airport for your morning flight to Cairo, connecting to your international flight home.
- End of service.
Trip Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
What's Included
- 02 Nights’ accommodation at Cairo – Jaz Pyramids (or similar)
- 01 Night accommodation at Tzila Lodge or similar “Baharya Oasis”
- 01 Night camping in the white desert “fully equipped”
- 04 Nights’ accommodation onboard a 5 stars cruise
- 01 Night accommodation at Aswan – Nub Inn or similar
- Full board meals in Cairo / Desert / Nile Cruise
- Half board meals at Nuba stay
- All mentioned transfers by private air-conditioned deluxe vans.
- High qualified English-speaking guide during the mentioned sightseeing.
- Domestic flights (Cairo/Luxor), (Aswan/Cairo)
- Hot Air Balloon.
- Entry visa.
What's Excluded
What's Excluded
- International Flight Tickets
- Any other services are not mentioned in our offer
- Extras and personal expenses
- Tipping
Terms & Conditions
Payment Terms & Conditions
Payment Terms & Conditions
- 50% deposit at time of booking to secure your booking.
- Full payment to be received 1 month prior to trip.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- 60 days or more before the trip: Full refund.
- 59–31 days before the trip: 50% refund.
- 30 days or less before the trip: No refund will be issued
Booking Conditions & Requirements
Booking Conditions & Requirements
- To guarantee your booking, we recommend reserving at least 2 months in advance.
- For requests made less than 2 months prior to trip, please email us at info@barefoot-experience.com to confirm Nile cruise availability.
- To make the most of your experience, this program begins on a Tuesday to align perfectly with the Nile Cruise schedule.
