What once was home to an oracle of Amon is now the popular Egyptian retreat of Siwa Oasis. This desert land is hidden away from the chaos of modern life. With trees, dirt lanes, shady groves, and springs, Siwa is the destination for a tranquil and eye-opening adventure.
- Salt Lakes
- Safari
- Sand boarding
- Bonfire night
- Shali Castle
- Mountain of the dead
- Alexander Temple
- Ain Cleopatra
Day 1
Welcome To Siwa!
We will be moving from Cairo the night before Day 1 at 10 pm. The road takes around 10 hours.
Upon our early arrival, we will have Breakfast in a local restaurant then head to check-in at our hotel.
After Breakfast We start our adventure. We will start by visiting the Salt lakes, having the experience of floating on the water in our Egyptian Dead Sea.
After that we will head to the hotel for a quick shower and then move to our special island to have our lunch while enjoying the beauty of Siwan sunset over the Siwa Lake.
Day Highlights:
- Salt Lakes
- Mbiama Island
Day 2
Lets take a Dip....
It’s a long day that kicks off after breakfast around 10 am by having a tour around Siwa. It all starts with a visit to . Then it’s off to Gebel al Mawta, or Mountain of the Dead, where plenty of rock tombs and wall paintings will fascinate you and it also offers panoramic views of the oasis.
Then off to temple of the Oracle of Amun is next on our list which was built in the 6th century BC and witnessed several historic events. Finally, it’s time for Siwa’s most famous Natural spring Ain Cleopatra before heading to our last visit Shali castle the old city of Siwa right before we have lunch at a famous resturant El Babenshal. then we get ready for our Dakrour mountain for a short sunset hike.
At night get ready for an authentic experience in a hot natural spring that will give you an awesome relaxation feeling.
Day Highlight:
- Shali Castle
- Mountain of the dead
- Alexander Temple
- Ain Cleopatra
- Dakrour Mountain Hike
Day 3
Safari drive
Breakfast will pave the way for a day of exploration on 4x4 Land Cruisers. We’ll start-off with a rollercoaster ride along the Great Sand Sea before a refreshing dip in the cold lake then our professional drivers will take us to a natural hot spring in the desert.
A little before sunset, we embark on a sand boarding adventure to give the day another adrenaline boost.
Afterwards we will head to our camp which is the perfect way to end the day before our Bedion dinner beneath the desert sky.
New Years Edition: As the year comes to a close, we'll gather as a group for a celebratory evening filled with music and a sense of togetherness. Join us for a laid-back and enjoyable celebration to welcome the New Year together. It's a fantastic opportunity to share the joy of the moment with your fellow travelers in the enchanting setting of Siwa.
*Please note that phone network is unavailable on this day.
Day Highlights:
- Safari
- Sand boarding
- Bonfire night
Day 4
Departure
Following breakfast, we head out to the souk again in case you didn’t get your fill of souvenirs. A fair bit of warning: you’ll be tempted to buy everything you see here.
Then, it’s goodbye Siwa, we move at 1 pm and arrive back in Cairo at around 11 pm.
(Breakfast)
Accommodation:
Hotel:
Room:
*Please Note that you might be sharing the rooms with someone from the group. To upgrade to a single room please purchase it from the add-on section while checking out.
*If you are joining our April trip in Eid note that the weather might be a bit hot and sometimes in the hot weather due to poor electric current in Siwa there might be a lot of electricity black outs and therefore weak air-conditioning.
What is included in the tour
- 3 nights/4 days accommodation
- All internal transfers as per itinerary
- Meals mentioned in the itinerary
- Mountain Of Dead/Temple of Amun & Iskander/Ain Cleopatra
- Safari
- Sandboarding
- Salt Lakes
- Bus from/to Cairo
What is NOT included in the tour
- Beverages and drinks
- Tips
- Personal Spending