9 Days from Cairo to Alexandria and Siwa Oasis

Overnight: 5 star Luxury Hotel – (Breakfast, Lunch)

After breakfast, begin your journey through Egypt’s ancient wonders at the Giza Plateau. Visit the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinos, then admire the Great Sphinx, the timeless guardian of the pyramids.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then explore the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the largest archaeological museum in the world, showcasing over 100,000 artifacts including the treasures of King Tutankhamun. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Cairo.

Overnight: 5 star Luxury Hotel – (Breakfast, Lunch)

After breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, depart by private air-conditioned vehicle for Alexandria (approx. 3 hours), the historic city founded by Alexander the Great.

Upon arrival, start your sightseeing with a visit to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of the largest Roman burial sites in Egypt, blending Pharaonic and Greco-Roman art. Continue to Pompey’s Pillar and the remains of the Serapeum, then explore the impressive Bibliotheca Alexandrina, a modern tribute to the legendary ancient library.

Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch along the Corniche, then visit the Qaitbay Citadel, a 15th-century fortress built on the exact site of the famous Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Stroll along the Mediterranean waterfront and take in the city’s unique mix of history and coastal charm.

In the evening, check into your hotel in Alexandria and enjoy an overnight stay by the sea.

Overnight: 5 star Luxury Hotel – (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast, depart Alexandria and drive west to El Alamein (approx. 3 hours). Visit the El Alamein War Museum and the Commonwealth Cemetery, honoring soldiers from World War II. Continue your drive across the Western Desert to the magical Siwa Oasis (approx. 6 hours).

Upon arrival, check into your eco-lodge or hotel and enjoy dinner. Overnight in Siwa.

Overnight: 5 star Luxury Hotel – (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast, begin your tour of Siwa Oasis, one of Egypt’s most beautiful and remote desert destinations. Visit the Temple of the Oracle of Amun, where Alexander the Great was declared the son of Zeus. Continue to the Mountain of the Dead, an ancient necropolis with rock-cut tombs.

Relax at the natural Cleopatra’s Spring, then take a jeep safari through the Great Sand Sea, where you can try sandboarding and swim in a hot spring lake in the middle of the desert. End the day with a magical desert sunset. Overnight in Siwa.

Overnight: 5 star Luxury Hotel – (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Enjoy another day exploring the charms of Siwa. Visit Shali Fortress, the old mud-brick citadel of the oasis, and stroll through the palm groves and local markets. In the afternoon, enjoy more desert adventures, including a 4×4 safari, a visit to Bir Wahed hot spring, and watching the sun set over the endless dunes. Overnight in Siwa.

Overnight: 5 star Luxury Hotel – (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing day at the breathtaking Siwa Salt Lakes, one of the oasis’s most remarkable natural attractions. The crystal-clear turquoise waters surrounded by the desert create a stunning contrast and offer a truly unique swimming experience. Thanks to the high salt content, you will float effortlessly on the surface, similar to the Dead Sea.

Take your time to swim, relax, and enjoy the natural beauty and tranquility of this magical setting. The mineral-rich waters are also believed to have healing benefits, adding to the charm of this unforgettable experience.

Return to your hotel in Siwa for dinner and overnight stay.

Overnight: 5 star Luxury Hotel – (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and enjoy some free time at the Siwa local market. Stroll through its traditional stalls and shop for authentic Siwan products such as dates, olives, handicrafts, embroidered garments, and natural salt and olive oil. It’s the perfect opportunity to take home unique souvenirs and experience the oasis’s local culture.

Later, begin the long drive back to Cairo (approx. 8–9 hours by private air-conditioned vehicle), with a stop for lunch en route. Enjoy the scenic journey across the Western Desert before arriving in Cairo in the evening.

Upon arrival, check into your hotel and relax after the trip. Overnight in Cairo.

Breakfast, followed by final departure. Our local representative will transfer you from hotel to the Cairo International Airport in time for your international flight. Goodbye, Egypt! — though if past experience is any indicator, for many it’s only a goodbye for now!