Title: Visit Sahara Desert: Best of Sahara Desert Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Sahara Desert](https://expedia.ca/Sahara-Desert-Hotels.d553248635976197901.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Sahara Desert](https://expedia.ca/Sahara-Desert-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635976197901.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Sahara Desert](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Sahara-Desert.d553248635976197901.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Sahara Desert](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sahara-Desert.d553248635976197901.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Sahara Desert Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Sahara-Desert.d553248635976197901.Car-Rental-Guide)[Sahara Desert Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Sahara-Desert.d553248635976197901.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Sahara Desert ## Travel 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 ### Where to stay in Sahara Desert ![Overlooking the Nile River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/767/4907e6bf-a39d-49d5-8ac5-1d2ef9e9779a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Cairo 4/5(71 area reviews) Dive into the rich architectural heritage of 19th-century European Beaux-Arts and Egyptian-Islamic-Moorish Revival styles. Indulge in Groppi's famous ice cream or visit the renowned Café Riche on Talaat Harb Street. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairo-Downtown-Cairo.dx6069794) ![#History Designed by Italian architect with a beautiful, classic European style, the palace was built in 1907 by the Nile River in Zamalek for Princess Aisha Fahmy. It was fully restored and opened to the public two years ago.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/767/8bf61b6c-d65a-4c8d-91d3-3d391a42b223.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zamalek 4/5(5 area reviews) Cafes, museums, and historic sites are just a few things travelers 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.ca/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(39 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.ca/Cairo-Al-Haram.dx553248635964612128) ![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(7 area reviews) Home to Al-Azhar University and Cairo International Stadium, this vast neighborhood offers shopping at malls like City Stars, diverse dining options, and leisure spaces. Explore landmarks such as the Unknown Soldier Memorial and enjoy walkable streets with local markets. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairo-Nasr-City.dx553248633981688663) ![Baron Empain Palace Heliopolis, rear view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069793/d93fda86-eb0f-4a6e-bf8f-a90ca1a39e25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Heliopolis 4/5(53 area reviews) Spend some time visiting places like Tivoli Dome while getting to know Heliopolis, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at El Nozha Station or Alf Maskan Station to see more of the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Cairo-Heliopolis.dx6069793) ![Wadi Degla Protectorate in Cairo Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000665099/a5e477a7-7e93-4a04-9ffa-3f15de427dfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Maadi 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. 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(169 reviews) Splendid Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=74687878&PinnedHotelID=74687878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976197901) ![Cairo Marriott Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6661/462bdc6b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cairo Marriott Hotel 16 Saray El Gezira Cairo Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $192 CA $248 total Feb 20 - Feb 21 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Cairo. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 14 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Great gem in the middle of Cairo. Perfect location on the island a springboard to the pyramids, downtown, the bazaar, the airport. Island is tranquil, no noise at night. Amazing staff. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Egyptian-Museum-Cairo.d6073085.Vacation-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 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Great-Sphinx-Of-Giza-Al-Haram.d6073069.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ramses II Obelisk in the Tahrir Square, beautiful sunset view of Cairo, Egypt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6073093/c34a3314-7203-4446-b9fd-8c41db286a81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tahrir Square Learn about the local history of Cairo with a stop at Tahrir Square. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums. 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