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The 4-day Alexandria and Siwa tour from Cairo combines Mediterranean history, World War II heritage and the desert landscapes of Siwa Oasis in one private journey. Starting from your Cairo hotel, you travel first to Alexandria to see the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and Montaza Palace before spending the night in Alexandria.
The following day continues west along Egypt’s Mediterranean coast to El Alamein and then onward to Siwa Oasis. In Siwa, the itinerary includes the Temple of the Oracle, salt lakes, Cleopatra’s Spring, the Temple of Amun, the Great Sand Sea and a 4×4 desert safari. The final day takes you through Shali Fortress and the Mountain of the Dead before the return drive to Cairo via Marsa Matrouh.
Because this is a private tour with an Egyptologist guide and private air-conditioned transportation, it suits travelers who want to combine several destinations without arranging separate hotels and transfers.
This 4-day itinerary links Alexandria, El Alamein and Siwa Oasis without requiring separate bookings for transportation and accommodation. It is a good choice for travelers who want more than a traditional Cairo sightseeing program.
The tour uses a private air-conditioned vehicle, with an expert Egyptologist guide starting from Cairo. This makes the long road sections easier to organize and keeps the itinerary focused on your scheduled visits.
Alexandria offers Roman, Islamic and modern cultural landmarks, while Siwa provides a completely different setting of palm groves, salt lakes, ancient temples and desert landscapes.
The Siwa section is not limited to sightseeing. You also travel into the Great Sand Sea by 4×4, visit Bir Waheed and spend one night at a desert camp with a BBQ dinner.
Planning tip: This is a road-based multi-day tour. Travelers should be comfortable with several long driving sections between Cairo, Alexandria, El Alamein and Siwa.
Your private Alexandria and Siwa tour from Cairo begins at around 7:00 am with pickup from your Cairo hotel. An Egyptologist guide meets you before you travel northwest by private air-conditioned vehicle.
Alexandria is approximately 220 km from Cairo. Arrival is expected at around 10:00 am.
The first major stop is the Roman-era Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa. The underground complex reflects the cultural mixture that developed in Alexandria during the Roman period.
Continue to Pompey’s Pillar, one of Alexandria’s best-known ancient monuments. The red granite column is associated with the Roman period and stands among the remains of ancient Alexandria.
Next, visit the Citadel of Qaitbay on the Mediterranean waterfront. The 15th-century Mamluk fortress was built to protect Alexandria and occupies the area associated with the ancient Pharos Lighthouse.
Enjoy lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant before continuing the sightseeing program.
Visit the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the contemporary cultural complex built in connection with the legacy of the ancient Library of Alexandria.
The final Alexandria sightseeing stop is Montaza Palace and its gardens on the eastern side of the city. The complex overlooks the Mediterranean and provides a change of pace after the archaeological sites.
After sightseeing, check into your hotel in Alexandria for the night.
Practical tip: Comfortable walking shoes are useful in Alexandria because the day combines archaeological sites, a fortress and outdoor areas.
After breakfast, pickup from your Alexandria hotel is scheduled for around 7:00 am. You then travel west toward El Alamein.
El Alamein played an important role in the North African campaign during World War II. At the El Alamein Museum, you can see military memorabilia, photographs, uniforms, weapons and material connected with the battles in the region.
Continue to the Commonwealth War Cemetery, where soldiers from several countries are commemorated.
The German War Memorial is another important stop in the El Alamein area. Its design and location overlook the Mediterranean coast.
The Italian Memorial is a large marble monument dedicated to Italian servicemen who died during the North African campaign.
After visiting the El Alamein memorial sites, continue by road toward Siwa Oasis.
After reaching the Siwa area, enjoy time at Fatnas Lake. The location is known for its views across the lake and surrounding oasis landscape, making it a natural place to finish the day.
Dinner is served at the hotel, followed by an overnight stay in Siwa.
Practical tip: The route from El Alamein to Siwa is a long desert-road section, so keep water and your essential personal items easily accessible during the drive.
After breakfast, pickup from the hotel is scheduled for around 7:00 am for a full day exploring Siwa.
Begin with the Temple of the Oracle, also known as the Temple of Alexander the Great. The site is connected with the ancient oracle of Amun and the famous story of Alexander the Great consulting the oracle during his visit to Siwa.
Continue to one of Siwa’s salt lakes. The high salt concentration allows visitors to float easily in the water.
Take care to keep the salty water away from your eyes. It is also practical to carry mineral water for rinsing after swimming.
Around 11:00 am, continue to Cleopatra’s Spring, also known as the Spring of the Sun. The natural spring is one of Siwa’s best-known water sites and is associated with a local legend connecting it with Cleopatra.
Next, visit the Temple of Umm Ubaydah, also known as the Temple of Amun. Only part of the original structure remains today, including an inscribed wall.
Around midday, enjoy lunch at a local Siwan restaurant such as Abdo Restaurant.
The afternoon moves into the desert. Travel by 4x4 through the Great Sand Sea and visit Bir Waheed, where you can see the hot and cold spring area.
The desert section provides a completely different landscape from the oasis and Mediterranean coast experienced during the first two days.
As the sun sets, enjoy traditional Bedouin tea before continuing to the desert camp.
Dinner is a BBQ meal, followed by an overnight stay at the camp.
An alternative hotel or ecolodge stay in Siwa is mentioned in the supplied tour information for travelers who prefer not to camp.
Practical tip: For the desert evening, bring a light layer in addition to your daytime clothing. Desert temperatures can change after sunset.
Breakfast is served at the camp at around 7:00 am before beginning the final sightseeing and return journey.
Return to Siwa to explore Shali Fortress, the historic mud-brick settlement in the center of the oasis. The old fortress reflects the traditional architecture and defensive layout of Siwa.
Continue to the Mountain of the Dead, or Gebel Al-Mawta. Tombs from the 26th Dynasty, Ptolemaic period and Roman period are carved into the mountain.
After sightseeing, begin the long drive back toward Cairo, passing through Marsa Matrouh. Lunch is taken during the journey.
Continue to Cairo, with arrival scheduled at approximately 8:00 pm.
Practical tip: Keep your passport, phone, charger and other essentials with you rather than packed away in the luggage during the long return drive.
This is a 4-day private tour from Cairo covering Alexandria, El Alamein and Siwa Oasis. Transportation is provided by private air-conditioned vehicle.
Day 1 pickup from Cairo is around 7:00 am. Day 2 pickup from the Alexandria hotel is around 7:00 am. Day 3 pickup from the Siwa hotel is around 7:00 am. Day 4 starts with breakfast at the camp around 7:00 am.
The itinerary includes one night in Alexandria, one night in Siwa on a half-board basis and one night at the desert camp on a half-board basis.
Children from 0 to 5.99 years old travel free.
Children from 6 to 11 years old pay 50% of the adult rate when sharing the parent's room.
The supplied rates are:
The supplied source states that the rate is fixed throughout the year except during mid-year school vacations, Christmas, New Year and Easter.
The program can be extended to 5 days / 4 nights for an additional US$75 per person.
The supplied itinerary includes one night at a desert camp with dinner. It also states that travelers who prefer a hotel instead of camping can request a Siwa hotel or ecolodge option.
The tour involves sightseeing, walking at archaeological sites and outdoor activities in Siwa, including a 4x4 desert safari and salt-lake swimming. Travelers should be comfortable with long road journeys and outdoor conditions.
The tour lasts 4 days and includes overnight stays in Alexandria, Siwa and a desert camp.
Pickup from your Cairo hotel is scheduled for around 7:00 am on Day 1.
Yes. The supplied itinerary is organized with a private air-conditioned vehicle and an expert tour guide starting from Cairo.
The itinerary includes the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, Qaitbay Citadel, Bibliotheca Alexandrina and Montaza Palace.
Yes. Day 2 includes the El Alamein Museum, War Cemetery, German War Memorial and Italian Memorial.
The itinerary includes one night in Alexandria, one night in Siwa and one night at the desert camp.
Yes. Hotel accommodation in Alexandria and Siwa, plus one night at the desert camp, is included according to the supplied itinerary.
Yes. Day 3 includes a 4x4 excursion into the Great Sand Sea and a visit to Bir Waheed.
Yes. Swimming or floating in a salt lake is included in the Day 3 itinerary. Keep the salty water away from your eyes and bring mineral water for rinsing afterward.
Yes. The tour includes lunch at a local restaurant or picnic lunch according to the supplied inclusions.
Yes. One night at the camp on a half-board basis is included.
Bring your passport, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and swimwear. Comfortable clothing and shoes are also practical for the sightseeing and desert activities.
Required entrance fees are included according to the supplied tour information.
Yes, a child policy is provided. Children aged 0–5.99 travel free, while children aged 6–11 pay 50% of the adult rate when sharing the parent's room.
The supplied rate is US$990 per person for single occupancy.
The supplied rate is US$630 per person for double or triple occupancy.
Yes. The supplied program can be extended to 5 days and 4 nights for an additional US$75 per person.
Arrival in Cairo is scheduled for approximately 8:00 pm on Day 4.
Yes. An expert tour guide starts with the group from Cairo.
No. Tips are listed among the exclusions.
The supplied source states that rates remain fixed throughout the year except for mid-year school vacations, Christmas, New Year and Easter.
The supplied tour information does not specify a deposit, advance-payment procedure or cancellation policy, so these conditions should be confirmed when booking.
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