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Siwa Oasis Escape from Cairo

3 Days 2 Nights
Siwa Oasis Salt Lake
Siwa oasis at sunset
Salt lake, Siwa oasis Egypt
Siwa Egypt
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Trip Description

Step off the beaten path and into the timeless beauty of Egypt’s Western Desert with our 3-day Siwa Oasis Escape from Cairo. Journey across golden sands to one of Egypt’s most remote and enchanting destinations. Float in crystal-clear salt lakes, explore ancient ruins like the Oracle Temple of Amun, and experience the magic of desert sunsets on a 4x4 safari across the Great Sand Sea. With candlelit dinners, stargazing, and natural hot springs, this desert escape is perfect for travelers seeking both adventure and tranquility.

Trip Highlights

  • Discover the historic Old Town of Shali
  • Float effortlessly in Siwa’s Salt Lakes
  • Relax in a natural hot spring oasis
  • Enjoy a candlelit dinner at Taziry Eco-Lodge
  • Visit the Mountain of the Dead & Oracle Temple of Amun
  • Take a 4x4 safari across the Great Sand Sea
  • Try your hand at sandboarding in the dunes
  • Shop for local crafts in Siwa’s Old Market

Itinerary

Day 1 :
Journey to Siwa Oasis

Early morning pick-up from your hotel in Cairo for a scenic drive to Siwa Oasis (approx. 10 hours). Upon arrival, enjoy a relaxing lunch before exploring the Old Town of Shali, a centuries-old mudbrick fortress. Later, experience floating in the Siwa Salt Lakes, followed by a visit to a nearby hot spring. End your day with a candlelit dinner under the stars at Taziry Eco-Village, surrounded by the serene desert landscape.
Overnight in Siwa.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Old Town of Shali, Siwa Salt Lakes, Hot Spring, Taziry Eco-Village

Day 2 :
Siwa Sightseeing & Desert Safari

After breakfast, begin your full-day Siwa adventure. Visit the Mountain of the Dead, the Oracle Temple of Amun, and Cleopatra’s Water Spring. In the afternoon, set out on a 4x4 Great Sand Sea safari, enjoy a private picnic lunch in the dunes, and try sandboarding. As the sun sets, savor a private dinner in the desert before a leisurely stroll through Siwa’s Old Market.
Overnight in Siwa.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Mountain of the Dead, Oracle Temple of Amun, Cleopatra’s Water Spring, Great Sand Sea, Siwa Old Market

Day 3 :
Return to Cairo

Enjoy breakfast at your eco-lodge before departing Siwa for your return journey to Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast

  • Round-trip transfer from your hotel in Cairo by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Accommodation for 2 nights in Siwa at a desert eco-lodge (Ghaliet, Kenoz Shali, Albabenshal, or similar)
  • Full board meal plan including all meals as per the itinerary
  • Special candlelit dinner at Taziry Eco-Village
  • Full-day 4x4 Great Sand Sea Safari with private picnic lunch and desert dinner
  • English-speaking tour leader and guide for all historical and cultural sites
  • All internal transfers, permits, tickets, and service charges
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping for guides and drivers is not included and is left to your discretion

Accommodation

Choose the accommodation level that best fits your travel style. All hotels and cruises are carefully selected for comfort, location, and service quality.

Standard Package
  • Siwa
    • Azad Siwa Hotel

Hotels and cruises listed are subject to availability. Equivalent hotel or cruise ship of the same category may be offered if needed.

Accommodation can also be customized based on your preferences, travel style, and budget.

Siwa Oasis Escape from Cairo

From $525

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