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)[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 ![Camel caravan going through the sand dunes in the Sahara Desert, Morocco.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197901/1aa4fd9c-d0b8-4894-a51d-cf12d8896d34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Camel caravan going through the sand dunes in the Sahara Desert, Morocco.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197901/1aa4fd9c-d0b8-4894-a51d-cf12d8896d34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#sahara 2014](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197901/82547ca5-f417-4aa4-9eb1-9ed1a61d39bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Early morning stop along the desert highway, just in time to catch the sun rise above the horizon. #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197901/fd8eb9cd-9262-4a19-a476-06439a25a257.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![On a trek to a desert camp . On the Sahara, Morocco. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197901/f1725cc5-b317-4932-8ae6-71d662edef9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Sahara Desert Where to stay Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635976197901) ### Where to stay in Sahara Desert ![Panoramic view of central Cairo skyline at night](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069794/e449ae1e-a79f-4522-b8c9-19c7d16e2644.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) ![Panoramic view of river Nile in downtown of Cairo with Zamalek and modern buildings, Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069791/38d6e950-1b04-4024-a0ef-2d64a699812b.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 Museum of Islamic Ceramics are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Cairo area at Safaa Hegazy Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairo-Zamalek.dx6069791) ![La nave solare](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635964612128/d22ca90e-6cc4-45de-b69c-3d47c7ac792d.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) ![Low angle view of canopy above main entrance of Baron Empain Palace, a historic mansion inspired by the Cambodian Hindu temple of Angkor Wat, located in Heliopolis district, Cairo, Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069793/9198d979-5e5d-4edb-a89c-ccc3c56188c4.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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairo-Heliopolis.dx6069793) ![Exhibition land at Nasr City, with the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones building, Cairo, Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981688663/d14a8887-8d58-494c-8108-feca91116b49.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) ![Beautiful orange sunset in the Cairo, Egypt. View from the rooftop on the Maadi district ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000665099/0dc8fb6b-19f4-4fa4-89d2-2da2496f173c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Maadi 4/5(3 area reviews) Appreciated for its live music and riverfront, you might consider exploring Maadi. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mostafa Kamel Museum, and jump on the metro at Maadi Station or Maadi Gardens Station to get around the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairo-Maadi.dx3000665099) - Top hotels in Sahara Desert - Top Holiday Rentals in Sahara Desert ![Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2100/2030/ded628db_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino Galaa Square Giza £141 4 Mar - 5 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Giza. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (377 reviews) Everything was great Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%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 £136 12 Mar - 13 Mar 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! (1,137 reviews) Fantastic day at Le Meridian, Cairo. Excellent facilities, attentive staff, friendly service. Overall a great value for money! 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(91 reviews) There must be a GYM Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairo-Hotels-Prime-Residence-Heliopolis.h110421374.Hotel-Information) ![Afnan Cairo Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101050000/101046500/101046402/d9ad1b96_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Afnan Cairo Airport 2h Taha Hussain Road New Nozha Cairo Cairo Stay at this apartment in Cairo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions City Centre Almaza Shopping Mall and Tivoli Dome are ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairo-Hotels-Afnan-Cairo-Airort.h101046402.Hotel-Information) ![Parkside Boutique Serviced Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90790000/90786300/90786232/ab7d8d96_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Parkside Boutique Serviced Apartments 17 Rafik Salah Al Din Cairo Cairo Governorate Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Cairo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Egyptian-Museum-Al-Haram.d553248621562865132.Attraction) ![Pyramid of Khufu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635940975149/8b989b99-1ffd-45ab-ae98-c443209c0af1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pyramid of Khufu 4.5/5(56 reviews) Pyramid of Khufu is just one of the places to see in Giza, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pyramid-Of-Khufu-Al-Haram.d553248635940975149.Attraction) ![Great Sphinx and Pyramid of Mankaura Giza Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6073069/3f9a6d39-2e0a-410d-af2c-2dc63b8420b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Great Sphinx of Giza 4.5/5(65 reviews) Great Sphinx of Giza is just one of the places to see in Giza, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums. 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