Title: Sahara Desert Travel Guide: Best of Sahara Desert, Africa Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Sahara Desert](https://expedia.co.uk/Sahara-Desert-Hotels.d553248635976197901.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Sahara Desert](https://expedia.co.uk/Sahara-Desert-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635976197901.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Sahara Desert](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Sahara-Desert.d553248635976197901.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Sahara Desert](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Sahara-Desert.d553248635976197901.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Sahara Desert Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Sahara-Desert.d553248635976197901.Car-Hire-Guide)[Sahara Desert Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Sahara-Desert.d553248635976197901.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Sahara Desert Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32802-Cairo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32802-Cairo.jpg) ![Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32801-Cairo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32801-Cairo.jpg) ![Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32796-Cairo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32796-Cairo.jpg) ![Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32799-Cairo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32799-Cairo.jpg) ![Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/38000/38772-Cairo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Egyptian Tourist Authority](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/38000/38772-Cairo.jpg) ## Visit Sahara Desert Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Sahara Desert ![Cairo showing tropical scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32799-Cairo.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Cairo 4/5(69 area reviews) Known for its interesting museums and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Cairo. Top attractions like Talaat Harb Street and Midan Talaat Harb are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Orabi Station or Nasser Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairo-Downtown-Cairo.dx6069794) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ab3f7a53cb02b891e50d9070301d548a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zamalek 4/5(6 area reviews) Cafes, museums and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Zamalek. Sights like Zamalek Art Gallery and El Sawy Culture Wheel are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Cairo area at Safaa Hegazy Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairo-Zamalek.dx6069791) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/5e5080dc0216f25c0496155987b4b25c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Al Haram 3.5/5(50 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Al Haram, Giza Pyramid Complex and Grand Egyptian Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairo-Al-Haram.dx553248635964612128) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/845750886966768056dc032f554e423e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nasr City 4/5(9 area reviews) Nasr City is well liked for its parks and casinos. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, City Center Shopping Mall and Citystars Heliopolis are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Stadium Station or Fair Zone Station to get around. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairo-Nasr-City.dx553248633981688663) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/fedd95b6577befae3470d3a8f134d219.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Heliopolis 3.5/5(33 area reviews) Consider a visit to Tivoli Dome and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Heliopolis. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at El Nozha Station or Alf Maskan Station. 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Very spacious and modern room. Great service from all staff. Great breakfast. Lovely view and club lounge. Totally recommend Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F02%2F2026&endDate=03%2F02%2F2026&selected=2030&PinnedHotelID=2030&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976197901) ![Le Méridien Cairo Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6460000/6457000/6456907/384b14b9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Le Méridien Cairo Airport Cairo Airport , Terminal 3 Cairo £133 17 Jan - 18 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,127 reviews) Facility is super convenient and comfortable. Dinning was great. The room was luxury. I like the bed. 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