🏜️ Cairo – Marsa Matrouh – Siwa – Cairo
5 Days / 4 Nights Siwa Oasis Tour from Cairo
This 5-day Siwa Oasis tour from Cairo combines history, Mediterranean coastline views, ancient temples, salt lakes, and a full Great Sand Sea desert safari adventure.
Perfect for travelers who want to explore Egypt beyond the classic tourist route.
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🗺️ Tour Overview 5 Days / 4 Nights — Marsa Matrouh + Siwa Oasis
- 1 Night: Marsa Matrouh
- 3 Nights: Siwa Oasis
Detailed Itinerary
🌊 Day 1: Cairo → El Alamein → Marsa Matrouh
Morning pick-up from your hotel in Cairo.
Drive along Egypt’s northern desert highway toward El Alamein, famous for its World War II history.
Stop at:
El Alamein Museum
Continue to Marsa Matrouh, one of Egypt’s most beautiful Mediterranean coastal cities.
Free time to relax or enjoy a short walk along the sea.
🏨 Overnight in a hotel in Marsa Matrouh.
🏜️ Day 2: Marsa Matrouh → Siwa Oasis
After breakfast, drive toward the remote and peaceful Siwa Oasis.
Arrival in Siwa around midday.
After lunch:
Visit:
Shali Fortress (Old Siwa town)
Siwa House Museum (traditional Siwan lifestyle)
Evening free time to walk around Siwa town and enjoy its unique atmosphere.
🏨 Overnight in Siwa hotel.
🏛️ Day 3: Siwa Historical Highlights
After breakfast, explore Siwa’s most important historical landmarks.
Visits include:
Mountain of the Dead (ancient tombs carved into the rock)
Temple of Amun (Oracle Temple)
Coronation Hall of Alexander the Great
Free afternoon to relax at the hotel or explore more of the oasis.
🏨 Overnight in Siwa hotel.
🧂 Day 4: Salt Lakes & Great Sand Sea Desert Safari
After breakfast:
Morning:
Visit Cleopatra’s Spring (Cleopatra’s Eye)
Swim and float in Siwa’s famous Salt Lakes
Lunch around 3 PM.
Afternoon Desert Adventure:
Head to the Great Sand Sea in a 4×4 vehicle.
Visit the Cold Lake
Stop at a natural hot spring well
Explore excavation/desert areas (when accessible)
Sandboarding on high dunes
Sunset in the desert with traditional Siwa tea
Return to hotel.
🏨 Overnight in Siwa hotel.
🚗 Day 5: Siwa → Cairo
After breakfast, begin the return journey to Cairo.
Arrival in Cairo in the afternoon and drop-off at your hotel.
🏕️ Accommodation
1 night in Marsa Matrouh hotel
3 nights in Siwa hotel
Hotel category can be standard or upgraded upon request.
What’s Included
- Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Cairo
- Private transportation throughout the tour
- 4×4 vehicle for Great Sand Sea excursion
- 1 night in Marsa Matrouh hotel
- 3 nights in Siwa hotel
- English-speaking driver/guide
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Mineral water & tea
- Entrance fees
- Tips
- Alcoholic beverages
- Airport transfers Personal shopping
💰 Pricing & Booking
Pricing depends on your travel preferences and customization level.
📩 Contact us for the latest rates and availability.
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