Excel Travel in Egypt, approaching 20 years of experience, have an in-depth knowledge of Egypt and the best itineraries suitable for leisure travelers, corporate meetings and incentive trips.

Set on the Nile River, Cairo is Egypt’s most popular destination with its Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and the Great Egyptian Museum. Great add-ons are:

• A beach resort stay in Hurgharda or Sharm El Sheikh (just over an hour’s flight from Cairo). These coastal destinations offer pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters of the Red Sea, and a range of water sports and leisure activities.
• A 3, 4 or 7 night Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan (or vice versa) for a truly immersive journey through Egypt’s history. Visit historical sites such as the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple and the Temple of Philae.

Overnight Desert Safari Experience from Cairo

For the adventurous traveler or a small incentive group, we recommend the overnight desert experience at the Bahariya Oasis and the White Desert tour. Located in the Western Desert region of Egypt, you will explore the stunning landscapes of the Sahara.

• From Cairo, you will drive to the Bahariya Oasis, located 370km away. On arrival enjoy the peaceful oasis, surrounded by palm trees and hot springs.
• The next part of the adventure involves a 4×4 jeep safari into the White Desert and a visit to Crystal Mountain. This surreal landscape is known for its chalk rock formations, sculpted by centuries of wind erosion.
• At sunset you will return to your tented camp in the heart of the White Desert for sundowners. Enjoy a delicious traditional Bedouin dinner prepared by your guides while gazing at the starry desert sky. The absence of city lights allows for a spectacular view of the constellations.
• Wake up early to witness the magical sunrise over the White Desert and breakfast before transferring back to Cairo.

Option: Extend your desert adventure to 2 nights and also include The Black Desert. It gets its name from a layer of black volcanic material concentrated on top of the yellow sand dunes, a remnant of ancient eruptions.

Other areas you could have overnight desert experiences on special request and with permission from the local authorities are: Siwa Oasis (in the far Western desert), Ras Mohamed National Park (near Sharm el Sheikh), Fayoum (2 hrs from Cairo), Marsa Alam, Ras Shetan (2 hrs from Sharm el Sheikh).

Add on adventure experiences such as:

• Climbing Mt. Moses in Sinai
• Trekking through the Colored Canyon near Sharm El-Sheikh
• Sandboarding at Fayoum Oasis, at Shal Sohail in Aswan, or the giant dunes of the Great Sand Sea near Siwa, one of the best dune surfing location in the world with smooth and steep dunes reaching heights of 140m.
• Quad Biking in Cairo around the Pyramids, with a stop for tea treats. Quads for larger groups are available in Hurghada and near Sharm El Sheikh.

With so many options to choose from, contact EXCEL TRAVEL to tailor-make a trip to suit your group!