Itinerary
- Day 1
Cairo to Siwa
You'll leave Cairo early and head toward Siwa Oasis, making a stop at the Alamein World War II Museum to see military artifacts and learn about the North African campaign. It's a good spot to get some context before moving on. After that, you'll drive to the coastal town of Marsa Matrouh where you'll break for lunch and stretch your legs. From there, continue on to Siwa and settle into your eco-lodge. It's a long travel day but relatively relaxed once you arrive.
- Start point
- Cairo, Al Qahirah, Egypt (from ypur hotel)
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch in Marsa Matrouh by the Mediterranean Sea), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ghaliet Ecolodge & Spa, Siwa)
Included Activities
- Visit Alamein World War II Museum
- Explore tanks, aircraft, and military gear
Landmarks Alamein World War II Museum 
- Day 2
Siwa
This morning, start exploring Siwa's history by walking through the Old City of Shali, where mud-brick buildings and tight alleys show how people lived centuries ago. Then head to the Temple of the Oracle at Aghurmi and the Temple of Amun Ra at Um Ubeyda to see the ancient religious sites. Later, take a refreshing dip at Cleopatra's Spring (the water's warm and nice). You'll also pop into the Siwa House Museum to see local culture and artifacts. Before heading back, catch the sunset from Fitnas Island for views across the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ghaliet Ecolodge & Spa, Siwa)
Included Activities
- Explore Old City of Shali
- Visit Temple of the Oracle at Aghurmi
- Visit Temple of Amun Ra at Um Ubeyda
- Visit Cleopatra's Spring (Ein Guba)
- Explore Siwa House Museum
- Witness sunset at Fitnas Island
Landmarks Old City of Shali Temple of the Oracle at Aghurmi Temple of Amun Ra at Um Ubeyda Cleopatra's Spring (Ein Guba) Siwa House Museum Fitnas Island 
- Day 3
Siwa Desert Safari
Set out early from Maraki Village for an off-road desert safari. You'll visit Gebel Al Dakrour where archaeologists found one of the oldest human footprints, then explore a fossil zone with ancient coral formations scattered around. Next, head to Shiata Lake where flamingos gather and you can swim if you want. Sandboarding is available if that interests you. After that, stop at Bir Wahed, a natural hot spring where you can relax before the drive back to your eco-lodge.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ghaliet Ecolodge & Spa, Siwa)
Included Activities
- Off-road desert safari
- Visit Maraki Village
- Explore Gebel Al Dakrour (Great Siwa Mountain)
- Visit fossil zone with Cambrian era coral formations
- Visit Shiata Lake
- Swim in cold spring at Shiata Lake
- Visit Bir Wahed natural hot spring
Optional Activities
- Sandboarding on desert dunes
Landmarks Maraki Village Gebel Al Dakrour Shiata Lake Bir Wahed 
- Day 4
Siwa
Start your day at Mountain of the Dead (Gabal El Maouta) where rock-cut tombs line the mountainside. You'll see the tombs of Si Amon and MSW Isis, plus the Crocodile Tomb with its decorative carvings. Then head up Dakrour Mountain for panoramic views across Siwa and the desert. Later, visit Abu Sherouf village to experience traditional Bedouin life and see Roman Spring. Return to the hotel by evening for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ghaliet Ecolodge & Spa, Siwa)
Included Activities
- Explore Mountain of the Dead (Gabal El Maouta)
- View rock-cut tombs from 26th Dynasty and Greco-Roman period
- Visit tomb of Si Amon
- Visit tomb of MSW Isis
- Visit Crocodile Tomb
- Visit Dakrour Mountain
- Experience Bedouin life in Abu Sherouf village
- Visit Roman Spring
Landmarks Mountain of the Dead (Gabal El Maouta) Dakrour Mountain Abu Sherouf Roman Spring - Day 5
Siwa to Cairo
After breakfast, pack up and head back to Cairo. The drive takes several hours, but you'll be transferred directly to your accommodation upon arrival for an overnight stay.
- End point
- Cairo, Al Qahirah, Egypt (to your hotel)
- Meals
- Breakfast
