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A 5-day Siwa Oasis tour from Cairo combines the historic sites of El Alamein and Siwa with desert landscapes, natural springs, salt lakes, traditional Siwan culture and an overnight desert camping experience. The tour starts in Cairo or Giza and takes you west through El Alamein and Marsa Matrouh before reaching Siwa Oasis.
Siwa is approximately 738 km from Cairo, with the journey taking around 8 hours. Staying for several nights allows you to explore the oasis at a more relaxed pace instead of trying to cover its archaeological and natural attractions in one short visit.
The itinerary includes El Alamein War Museum and memorials, the Oracle Temple, Cleopatra’s Bath, Shali Fortress, Fatnas Lake, Gebel Al Mawta, Gebel Al Dakrur, Siwa’s salt lakes, Abu Shrouf freshwater spring and the Great Sand Sea. A private 4×4 excursion includes Bir Waheed, sandboarding and traditional Bedouin tea.
Accommodation consists of three nights at Ghaliet Ecolodge and one night at Al Nyhaya desert camp.
Local tip: The journey from Cairo to Siwa is long, so the supplied itinerary recommends ordering a breakfast box from your hotel before the early departure.
This itinerary is designed for travelers who want more than a quick visit to Siwa. Four nights away from Cairo provide time for both sightseeing and slower moments around the oasis.
The first day adds El Alamein to the route, making the journey west part of the experience rather than simply a transfer to Siwa.
Once in the oasis, the program covers archaeological landmarks, traditional architecture, natural springs, salt lakes and desert scenery. The free morning on Day 3 also creates some breathing room between the sightseeing days.
The private 4×4 excursion into the Great Sand Sea adds a different side of Siwa, with sandboarding, Bir Waheed and sunset tea.
For travelers interested in desert landscapes, the overnight stay at Al Nyhaya Camp is another important part of the itinerary. The camp uses Lotus Bell tents as well as traditional Bedouin tents.
Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza is at 05:00 am.
Because of the early departure, the itinerary recommends arranging a breakfast box from your hotel. The drive toward El Alamein is approximately 259 km and takes around 3 hours, with a coffee break along the way.
Arrive in El Alamein at approximately 08:30 am.
The town is closely associated with the World War II battles that took place along Egypt's northern coast. The itinerary includes several important sites connected with this history.
Visit the El Alamein War Museum, which displays military objects, photographs and material connected with the battles in the area.
Continue to the El Alamein War Cemetery, maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.
The cemetery contains individual graves as well as a memorial commemorating servicemen whose bodies were never recovered.
Visit the German War Memorial, an octagonal structure overlooking the surrounding area and commemorating German soldiers who died during the North African campaign.
Continue to the Italian Memorial, a large white marble monument overlooking the sea.
A light lunch is served during the journey before continuing toward Siwa.
Continue through the western desert toward Siwa Oasis.
After arrival, dinner is served at a Siwan restaurant before checking in at Ghaliet Ecolodge for the night.
Meals: Lunch and dinner
Begin your exploration of Siwa with local sights including Sidi Abou Soliman Mosque and the Agoumi area.
Continue to the famous Temple of the Oracle, one of Siwa's most important ancient sites.
The temple was associated with the worship of Amun and remained significant during the Greek and Roman periods. Its connection with Alexander the Great is one of the reasons it remains such an important stop for visitors to Siwa.
Visit Cleopatra's Bath, also known as the Spring of the Sun.
The natural spring has long been associated with Siwa's history and local traditions, including the legend that Cleopatra bathed here.
Explore Shali Fortress, the historic center of Siwa.
The fortress was constructed from mud and local salt and served as the heart of oasis life for centuries. Walking through its remains offers a different perspective on traditional Siwan architecture.
Stop for lunch at Abdo Restaurant in Siwa.
The restaurant is located near Siwa Market Square, making it a convenient place to experience local food during the sightseeing day.
In the afternoon, head to Fatnas Lake, a small island area in Birket Siwa known as a place to enjoy the sunset.
The lake is framed by the surrounding landscape, including Gebel Bayda and Gebel Hamra.
Return to Ghaliet Ecolodge for dinner and overnight accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
The morning is free, giving you time to relax at the hotel or enjoy your own time in Siwa before the afternoon desert excursion.
In the afternoon, begin a private 4x4 Jeep trip into the Great Sand Sea.
The desert excursion includes an opportunity for sandboarding, followed by a visit to Bir Waheed, known for its hot and cold spring.
As the day moves toward sunset, enjoy traditional Bedouin tea in the desert.
Spend the night at Al Nyhaya desert camp.
The camp features Lotus Bell tents equipped with mattresses and mosquito nets, as well as traditional Bedouin tents.
The supplied information also describes the Bell tents as having a double-layer design for different seasonal conditions and a floor-heating platform that can be warmed by a wood fire during cold winter nights.
A BBQ dinner is served at the camp.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
After breakfast, head to one of Siwa's salt lakes.
The high salt concentration allows visitors to float easily on the water. The itinerary recommends taking care around the eyes because the salty water can cause strong irritation.
A bottle of mineral water is useful for rinsing off after swimming.
At approximately 11:00 am, continue to Abu Shrouf freshwater spring.
The freshwater spring provides a natural contrast to the highly saline lake.
Continue to Gebel Al Dakrur, a prominent mountain south of Shali that can be seen from different parts of the oasis.
The mountain is also associated with traditional sand-bath practices in Siwa.
Next, visit Gebel Al Mawta, or the Mountain of the Dead.
The conical mountain contains tombs dating from the 26th Dynasty, Ptolemaic and Roman periods.
The itinerary includes sites such as the Tomb of Niperpathot and the Tomb of the Crocodile, with their ancient religious and funerary decoration.
After dinner, enjoy a free evening in Siwa. This is a good opportunity for shopping and exploring the local atmosphere at your own pace.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
After breakfast at the hotel, begin the return journey to Cairo.
The route passes through Marsa Matrouh, on Egypt's Mediterranean coast.
The itinerary includes lunch in Marsa Matrouh and time to experience the coastal area before continuing toward Cairo.
After the Marsa Matrouh stop, continue the journey back to Cairo, completing the 5-day Siwa Oasis tour.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Pickup on Day 1 is from your Cairo or Giza hotel at 05:00 am.
The supplied itinerary gives the distance from Cairo to Siwa as approximately 738 km, with around 8 hours of travel. The Day 1 route to El Alamein is separately listed as 259 km and around 3 hours.
Transfers are provided by a private vehicle throughout the tour.
The tour includes:
The camping night includes a BBQ dinner and breakfast. Al Nyhaya offers Lotus Bell tents and traditional Bedouin tents.
Swimming is included at the Siwa salt lake. The high salinity makes floating easy, but avoid getting the water into your eyes.
The Great Sand Sea excursion is done by 4x4 Jeep and includes sandboarding and a visit to Bir Waheed.
Meals are provided throughout the itinerary according to the daily program. The supplied schedule specifies breakfast, lunch and dinner on Days 2–4, lunch and dinner on Day 1, and breakfast and lunch on Day 5.
An expert tour guide accompanies the trip starting from Cairo.
Required entrance fees are included according to the supplied tour information.
No specific child pricing or child policy was provided in the source. Therefore, child rates should be confirmed when booking.
The supplied information does not provide a specific payment schedule, deposit requirement or cancellation policy for this 5-day tour. These details should therefore be confirmed before booking.
The itinerary lasts 5 days and 4 nights, with three hotel nights and one night of desert camping.
The supplied information gives the distance as approximately 738 km from Cairo, with the journey taking around 8 hours.
Pickup is scheduled for 05:00 am from your hotel in Cairo or Giza on Day 1.
Yes. The supplied itinerary describes private transportation and a private 4x4 desert excursion.
Yes. Day 1 includes El Alamein War Museum, the El Alamein War Cemetery, the German War Memorial and the Italian Memorial.
Yes. The itinerary passes through Marsa Matrouh on the way to and from Siwa, with lunch on the return journey.
You stay for three nights at Ghaliet Ecolodge and spend one night camping at Al Nyhaya.
Yes. One night of camping at Al Nyhaya is included in the supplied tour program.
The camping night includes a BBQ dinner and breakfast.
Yes. Sandboarding in the Great Sand Sea is included as part of the 4x4 desert excursion.
Yes. The itinerary includes a private 4x4 trip into the Great Sand Sea, including Bir Waheed.
Yes. Swimming in a salt lake is included on Day 4. The highly saline water makes floating easy.
Yes. Cleopatra's Bath, also called the Spring of the Sun, is included in the Siwa sightseeing program.
Yes. Shali Fortress is visited on Day 2.
Gebel Al Mawta contains tombs from the 26th Dynasty, Ptolemaic and Roman periods. The itinerary includes the Tomb of Niperpathot and the Tomb of the Crocodile.
Yes. Day 2 includes a sunset visit to Fatnas Lake.
Yes. Required entrance fees are listed among the included services.
Yes. Meals are included according to the daily itinerary, including breakfast, lunch and dinner on most sightseeing days.
Bring your passport, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, swimwear and a torch. Comfortable clothes are useful for the desert and outdoor activities.
The supplied source does not provide child prices or a specific child policy, so this should be confirmed when making the booking.
The source specifies an expert guide starting from Cairo but does not list a fixed language selection for this particular page. Guide-language availability should be confirmed when booking.
No. The entry visa is listed under exclusions.
The supplied source does not provide the current price for the 5-day tour, so no price has been invented.
The tour information confirms that the package includes private transportation, an expert guide, accommodation, desert camping, meals as specified, water and snacks, required entrance fees, taxes and services.
For the exact current price, child rates, available guide language and payment conditions, these details should be confirmed before booking.
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