5 Days Tour to Siwa Oasis Desert Safari from Cairo
Overview
Discover the magic of Egypt's Western Desert on the Siwa Oasis Desert Safari Tour. Thrill your senses with an exciting 4x4 jeep ride across golden dunes, sandboarding adventures, and relaxing dips in warm natural hot springs. Uncover the oasis's rich history at the ancient Shali Fortress and the Oracle Temple of Amun, and float in its surreal crystal salt lakes. Wrap up your unforgettable journey with an authentic Bedouin dinner and local music under a canopy of desert stars.
Included
- Special pick-up and drop-off services from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and return.
- Nice accommodation at Siwa Eco-lodge & Spa for 4 nights on a bed and breakfast basis.
- Professional tour guide, English-speaking during your tour.
- Tickets to the mentioned sites are in your Tour itinerary.
- Transfers are arranged by an exclusive air-conditioned vehicle.
- A 4WD excursion to the Great Sand Sea.
- Enjoy the activity of Sand boards during the Safari in Siwa Oasis.
- All meals are included as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Stops for snacks and stretching upon request.
- Complimentary bottled water and soft drinks during Egypt day trip
- The desert safari is on a private tour.
- All service charges and taxes.
Excluded
- Entry visas cost to enter Egypt from Cairo.
- International flight tickets
- Tipping cost is not included.
- Drinks during meals are excluded.
Itinerary:
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Day 1
Day 1: from Cairo to Siwa
Your tour leader will meet you at your hotel reception in Cairo or Giza in the early morning to kick off your journey to Siwa Oasis. Head first toward El Alamein to explore the historic World War II battlefields, visit the Commonwealth cemeteries and memorials honoring fallen soldiers, and tour the local military museum.
Afterward, enjoy a scenic drive to the coastal city of Marsa Matruh City to savor a delicious seafood lunch before continuing your drive deep into the desert to Siwa, where you will check in for a cozy overnight stay at a traditional Eco-lodge.
- Meals: Lunch, dinner
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Day 2
Day 2: Discover the Siwa Sightseeing
Start your morning with a delicious breakfast before diving into your Siwa Oasis desert adventure. Explore the partially ruined mud-brick architecture of the ancient Shali Castle, visit the historic Oracle of Amun. This temple has been visited by Alexander the Great to assist him in his life decisions to take the approval of the gods. Continue to visit the Temple of Umm Ubayd, which was built in honor of the triad of Amun. Afterward, discover local heritage at the Siwa House Museum before enjoying a scenic lunch overlooking Shali at Abdo Restaurant.
Spend your afternoon unwinding with a refreshing swim in the natural warm waters of Cleopatra Spring (Ein Guba), then head out to experience one of Siwa's absolute highlights: watching a breathtaking sunset over the waters of Fitnas Island.
- Overnight: Siwa Eco-lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner
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Day 3
Day 3: spend an unforgettable time in Siwa
Begin your day with a delicious organic fruit breakfast at your eco-lodge before setting off on an exciting Great Sand Sea safari. Discover a unique archaeological site featuring the first human footprint at Siwa Mountain, then venture deep into the golden dunes to explore ancient fossilized coral reefs.
Continue your desert adventure by visiting a stunning lake in the middle of the desert, where you can enjoy a refreshing swim and try your hand at thrilling sandboarding. Afterward, unwind your muscles in the warm, therapeutic waters of Bir Wahid hot spring before capping off the day with another breathtaking desert sunset accompanied by authentic Bedouin mint tea.
- Overnight: Siwa Eco-lodge
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner
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Day 4
Day 4: visit Siwa Oasis beautiful sites
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, continue your Siwa Oasis adventure by exploring Jabal El Mawta (The Mountain of the Dead), where you will discover fascinating rock-cut tombs of ancient local rulers, including the Tombs of SI Amon and the Crocodile Tomb.
Head next to the traditional village of Abu Ali to experience authentic Bedouin daily life, then visit the striking Dakrour Mountain Siwa to observe the local community's unique culture and traditions.
- Overnight: Siwa Eco-lodge.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner
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Day 5
Day 5: Returning back to Cairo
After having your delicious breakfast, Return back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza with your guide and we hope you enjoyed your Siwa Oasis Desert Safari trip from Cairo.
- Meals: Breakfast