Siwa Oasis — 4 days
Far from the crowds, Siwa is a break from time: palm groves, springs you can swim in and salt lakes that turn pink at dusk. You discover Siwan culture, the Shali fortress and the Temple of Amun, before a night in the dunes under the stars.
Highlights
- Agiba Beach and Sea Eye in Marsa Matrouh
- Salt lakes and the Shali fortress
- A dip in Cleopatra's pool & the Temple of Amun
- Desert safari and a starry night
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Cairo → Marsa Matrouh
- Drive to Marsa Matrouh (approx. 5h)
- Agiba Beach and Sea Eye
Overnight in Marsa Matrouh
- 2
Day 2
Marsa Matrouh → Siwa
- Love Beach
- Drive to Siwa Oasis (approx. 4h30)
- Siwa lakes and the Shali fortress
Overnight in Siwa
- 3
Day 3
Siwa — Temple of Amun & safari
- Cleopatra's pool
- Temple of Amun
- Desert safari and a starry night
Overnight in Siwa
- 4
Day 4
Back to Cairo
- Drive back to Cairo
What's included
- 3 nights' accommodation
- Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Entrance fees to all sites
- Private air-conditioned transport
- Egyptologist guide in your language
- Bottled water during the excursions
Not included
- Gratuities
Your route
Marsa Matrouh · Siwa Oasis
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