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Experience the Ultimate 8-Day Tour to Cairo and Siwa Oasis: An Unforgettable Egyptian Adventure

Are you ready for an extraordinary journey through Egypt’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes? An 8-day tour to Cairo and Siwa Oasis offers a perfect blend of ancient wonders, vibrant culture, and stunning natural beauty. This comprehensive itinerary allows travelers to explore iconic monuments in Cairo, such as the Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum, followed by an adventurous escape to the remote and mystical Siwa Oasis. Let’s dive into what makes this 8-day Egypt tour an unforgettable experience.

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo – Welcome to the Heart of Egypt

Your adventure begins as you arrive in Cairo, the bustling capital city famous for its ancient history and lively markets. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by your tour guide and transferred to your hotel. Take some time to relax and acclimate to the city’s vibrant atmosphere. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner featuring traditional Egyptian cuisine.

Day 2: Exploring the Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza

No trip to Cairo is complete without visiting the legendary Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Today, you’ll marvel at these awe-inspiring monuments, dating back over 4,500 years. Explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the Pyramid of Khafre, and the Pyramid of Menkaure. Capture stunning photos and learn about the fascinating history of these ancient structures. Optional camel rides around the site provide a memorable experience.

Day 3: Discovering the Egyptian Museum and Islamic Cairo

Dedicate your day to exploring Cairo’s rich cultural heritage. Visit the Egyptian Museum, home to thousands of artifacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun. Afterwards, head to Islamic Cairo to explore historic mosques, bustling markets like Khan El Khalili, and the Citadel of Saladin. This day provides a deep dive into Egypt’s Islamic history and vibrant street culture.

Day 4: Journey to Siwa Oasis – The Hidden Gem of Egypt

Today, embark on a scenic drive or a short flight to Siwa Oasis, located in the Western Desert. Known for its lush palm groves, natural springs, and ancient ruins, Siwa is a tranquil retreat away from the busy city life. Upon arrival, check into a local eco-lodge or desert resort. Spend the evening relaxing amidst the serene desert landscape.

Day 5: Exploring Siwa Oasis – Ancient Ruins and Natural Springs

Discover the archaeological and natural wonders of Siwa. Visit the Oracle Temple of Amun, famously associated with Alexander the Great’s visit. Explore the ancient ruins of Shali Fortress, built from salt and mud bricks. In the afternoon, relax at Cleopatra’s Bath or enjoy a swim in the natural hot springs. This day immerses you in the unique culture and history of Siwa.

Day 6: Desert Adventures and Cultural Encounters

Experience the thrill of desert adventures such as quad biking or jeep safaris across the dunes. Visit traditional Siwan villages to learn about local customs, crafts, and lifestyles. Interact with friendly Berber tribes and savor authentic Siwan cuisine. This day offers insights into the resilient culture of the oasis’s inhabitants.

Day 7: Return to Cairo

Travel back to Cairo, either by flight or long scenic drive. Once in the city, you can enjoy some free time for shopping, exploring local neighborhoods, or relaxing at your hotel. Consider visiting local markets for souvenirs or enjoying a farewell dinner featuring Egyptian specialties.

Day 8: Departure – Farewell Egypt

Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some free time for last-minute sightseeing or shopping. Your tour concludes with a transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure, carrying unforgettable memories of Egypt’s ancient history and natural beauty.

Why Choose an 8-Day Tour to Cairo and Siwa Oasis?

This 8-day tour offers a balanced itinerary that combines Egypt’s iconic ancient monuments with the tranquil, lesser-known Siwa Oasis. It provides a perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in Egypt’s diverse culture, history, and landscapes. Whether you’re an adventure seeker, history enthusiast, or culture lover, this tour caters to all interests.

Final Thoughts

Embarking on an 8-day tour to Cairo and Siwa Oasis promises a unique and enriching experience. From exploring ancient pyramids and museums to discovering the untouched beauty of the Western Desert, this itinerary showcases Egypt’s diverse heritage and natural wonders. Book your tour now and prepare for an adventure of a lifetime in one of the world’s most captivating destinations.

Ready to explore Egypt? Contact us today for customized tour packages and start planning your unforgettable 8-day journey to Cairo and Siwa Oasis!

Overview

The Giza Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum are two of the most iconic landmarks in Egypt, both holding significant cultural and historical importance.

Traveling from Cairo to Siwa Oasis, nestled in the Western Desert of Egypt, offers a captivating journey across approximately 700 kilometers. This expedition typically spans around 8 to 10 hours by car, following the Cairo-Alexandria Desert Road (Mubarak Road) northwest. Alternatively, buses and guided tours are available for those seeking different travel experiences.

Along the route, notable waypoints include the historically significant El Alamein, renowned for pivotal World War II battles, and the coastal city of Marsa Matrouh, cherished for its pristine beaches. These stops not only break up the journey but also provide glimpses into Egypt’s rich heritage and natural beauty.

Upon arrival in Siwa Oasis, travelers are greeted by a tapestry of palm groves, hot springs, and ancient ruins. The allure of Siwa lies in its serene atmosphere and remarkable attractions, such as the millennia-old Shali Fortress, the enigmatic Temple of the Oracle (Amun), and Cleopatra’s Bath, steeped in legends of the ancient queen.

Furthermore, adventurers can explore the expansive Great Sand Sea, home to towering sand dunes that stretch endlessly into the horizon. Accommodations in Siwa cater to various preferences, ranging from rustic guesthouses to luxurious resorts, ensuring a comfortable stay amidst the desert tranquility.

Before embarking on this odyssey, it’s prudent to check for travel advisories and prepare adequately for the desert terrain. Carrying ample water and supplies is essential, given the remote nature of the journey. With careful planning, the voyage from Cairo to Siwa Oasis promises an unforgettable encounter with Egypt’s timeless landscapes and cultural heritage.

Highlights

Includes

Excludes

Giza Plateau
9 Pyramids
Sphinx & Valley temple
Egyptian Museum
museum of El Alamein
Alexander the Great Temple
salt lake swimming
Cleopatra’s bath
Great Sand Sea.
Shali Fort
Mountain of the Dead
Tombs from the twenty-sixth Dynasty

Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports
Assistance of our guest relations during your stay
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Accommodation in Cairo for 3 nights including bed and breakfast
Accommodation for 4 nights in Siwa at Ghaliet Ecolodge & Spa including breakfast and dinner
Private sightseeing tours in Siwa (listed on itinerary)
All transfers from Cairo to Siwa and back by an A/C vehicle
All transfers by 4×4 vehicle at Bir Wahed
Local English-speaking tour guide
Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
All meals mentioned on the itinerary
Mineral Water during the tours (3 bottles per day)
All service charges and taxes

International Airfare & visa
Any optional tours
Personal expenses and beverages
Tipping

Itinerary

Day 1:Welcome to Egypt

Welcome to Egypt. Our airport transfer team is available 24/7. As soon as you get out of the exit gate of the Terminal, you will find Ancient Egypt Tours representative, holding a sign, waiting to meet and greet you. He will escort you to your private A/C vehicle. You will be transferred to the hotel and the reception manager will assist you in check-in procedures as smooth as possible. Ancient Egypt Tours agent will contact you to agree on a meeting time with you

Transfer from/to the airport is included in your tour package
Check-in in all hotels is at 14:00
Check-out is at 12:00

In case you arrive early then check-in limit you can enjoy waiting in the hotel until check-in time or you can ask your operator to book you a pre-tour extra night and get checked in immediately

Optional Tour:

2-hour open buffet dinner Nile cruise including a belly dancer, local band and skirt rotation performer if your tour starts in Cairo

Sound and Light show if available

Overnight in Cairo

Day 2::Giza Pyramids & Egyptian Museum & Khan El Khalili

Enjoy your Cairo Day Tour. Our Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to enjoy a day tour in the amazing city Cairo and Giza. Start your tour by a visit to The Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Then proceed to visit the Great Sphinx, which dates from the time of Chephren; the tour also includes a visit to the Valley Temple.

Proceed to have your lunch at local restaurant in Cairo.

Then we will move on to relish a trip to the Egyptian Museum which features artifacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 genuine artifacts are presented, gold, and jewelry which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years before it was discovered in 1920 when his tomb was excavated.

Continue driving to Islamic Cairo, where you will be able to explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s old bazaar. In the evening you will be driven to Back to hotel

Overnight in Cairo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3:Cairo, El Alamein , Marsa Matrouh, Siwa oasis

Get ready for an exciting adventure! Our friendly Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo at around 6:00 AM. We’ll start our journey by driving to the historically significant Al Alamein, which takes approximately 3.5 hours. At Al Alamein, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the site of a significant battle during World War II. Immerse yourself in history as you visit the WW II Museum and the Cemetery. Next, we’ll continue our drive to the breathtaking City of Marsa Matrouh on the stunning Mediterranean Coast. After about 4 hours on the road, we’ll make a stop in Matrouh for a delicious lunch. Finally, we’ll reach our destination, Siwa Oasis, after a scenic 4-hour drive. Enjoy a delightful dinner at your hotel and spend the night in Siwa.

Overnight in Siwa.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner.

Day 4: Dakrour Mountains / Salt Lake & Cleopatra Spring / Shali

After a refreshing breakfast at the hotel, get ready for an unforgettable day of exploration. Our first stop is the majestic Dakrour Mountains, where you’ll be captivated by the stunning views. Then, prepare for a unique swimming experience at the Salt Lake, followed by a visit to Cleopatra Spring (Ein Guba), where legend has it that Queen Cleopatra herself swam. Afterward, return to your hotel for some well-deserved rest before we head to the Old City of Siwa (Shali) to witness a breathtaking sunset. Enjoy dinner and spend the night at your hotel.

Overnight in Siwa.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 5:Siwa Maraki Village & Bir Wahed by Jeep

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel. Today, we embark on a thrilling safari adventure through Siwa Desert, beginning with a visit to Maraki Village. As we traverse the desert, we’ll make a stop near the Great Siwa Mountain, where you can see the first human footprint dating back to prehistoric times. Enjoy a delightful lunch in Siwa before continuing our journey through the dunes. We’ll reach the fossils area, where you can marvel at the ancient rocky coral reefs from the Cambrian era. Our next destination is the refreshing Bir Wahed hot spring, where you can relax and swim in both saltwater and freshwater. After an exhilarating day, we’ll drive back to the hotel for dinner and overnight rest.

Overnight in Siwa.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 6: Temple of the Oracle (Amun Temple) / Mountain of the Dead / Sunset at Fitnas Island

After a delicious breakfast, get ready for a day filled with history and natural beauty. We’ll visit the Temple of the Oracle, also known as the Alexander Temple, for a fascinating historical experience. Next, explore Siwa Museum, home to a collection of unique traditional Siwan artifacts. Continue your journey to the Mountain of the Dead (Gebel al-Mawta), a necropolis dating back to the 26th dynasty of ancient Egypt. In the afternoon, we’ll transfer to Fitnas Island to witness a magical sunset over the landscape. Afterward, return to your hotel for dinner and spend the night in Siwa.

Overnight in Siwa.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 7:Farewell to Siwa, Return to Cairo

Enjoy a hearty breakfast before bidding farewell to the enchanting Siwa Oasis. We’ll start our journey back to Cairo, which will take approximately 10-11 hours with two stops along the way. Sit back, relax, and reminisce about the wonderful memories you’ve made during your time in Siwa. Upon arrival in Cairo, we’ll transfer you to your hotel.

Meal: Breakfast.

Day 7::We Hope to see you again soon

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before you leave to the airport for your flight back home. Ancient Egypt Tours representative will pick you up and transfer you to the airport.

Pick-up for international flights is 4 hours before departure time of your flight
For domestic flights, 3 hours before departure time is enough

If your flight is early before breakfast time you can make arrangements with the hotel to prepare a breakfast box for you to take it on your way to the airport

Ancient Egypt Tours had a great time with you and hope you have enjoyed your time and was satisfied with the services you were offered

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Prices

Luxury 5-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	1750 $
Twin Room	1200 $
Triple Room	1100 $

4-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	1320 $
Twin Room	980 $
Triple Room	850 $

5-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	1480 $
Twin Room	1100 $
Triple Room	950 $

3-Star Hotel

Room Type	Price/Person
Single Room	1180 $
Twin Room	860 $
Triple Room	760 $

Our Policies

Prices / Tipping

Room Type & Capacity

Children Policy

Booking Policy

Cancellations & Refunds

Force Measures

Tour Voucher

Price quotes are in USD per person per tour except for celebration. Please inquire for the prices of New Year, Christmas and Easter.

Tipping for a job well done is customary and highly expected in Egypt though it is not obligatory. Please feel welcomed but not obliged to offer a tip to your service provider

Single room can accommodate only one adult.
Double room accommodates two adults in either a double bed or double bed and can accommodate a child sharing his parents’ room.
Triple room sleeps 3 adults and can accommodate a child sharing the room.

0 – 5.99 Free of Charge
5.99 – 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person

Notes:

Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 OR 2 Child under 5 years old sharing parent’s room)

Children policy is not applied on all kinds of transportation (Flight, train or bus) full ticket payment is required

We are offering a considerable down payment of just 20% to secure your space on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel-related services and 30% during Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination. Therefore, your booking will be a risk-free investment.

In case you cancel your trip, the following charges will be applied:

At any time after your booking is confirmed, Ancient Egypt Tours holds a 20% non-refundable deposit

7 days or less before departure, we will retain the 50% payment you have paid in relation to your booking.

We advise all clients to purchase travel insurance in the event that travel is unexpectedly interrupted due to illness. To confirm the booking, the client must pay a deposit of 20% of the total tour price.

Should the reservation be canceled, customers will be charged a fee depending on how far beyond the departure date the cancellation is made. To cancel, the Customer must notify the Tour Organizer in writing.

Full payment forfeiture in case of no show

Cancellation more than 30 days before arrival: 20% of the total tour price (deposit).
Cancellation made between 08 and 30 days before arrival: 50% of the total tour price.
Cancellation made between 04 and 07 days before arrival: 75% of the total tour price.
Cancellation made between 0 and 3 days before arrival: 100% of the total tour price

All Transportation tickets are nonrefundable and there’s also a 5% transaction fee on refunds.

Here, at Ancient Egypt Tours, we prioritize your well-being and safety above all else and for that reason, we have adapted our cancellation policy to reflect our values. We offer a very flexible cancellation policy in case the government or the airline issues a NOT TO TRAVEL warning to the designated destination. In the event of this happening, we will refund you the amount paid according to cancellation policy, unless you prefer to keep your payment available for future travel credit and travel voucher that can be used towards any of the destinations, we operate tours in. You have the flexibility to apply this amount towards new travel services booked. Reservations will be adjusted to reflect these travel credits automatically.

After your tour is confirmed, we will email final confirmation and voucher to print and bring with you. Details will include contact numbers of your tour operator and customer care and additional information for your convenience.

FAQ

1. How to issue your visa?

If you are planning to visit Egypt, there are three types of visas that you can apply for: Visa on Arrival, E-Visa, and Free Visa. To obtain a Visa on Arrival that lasts for 30 days, you must be a citizen of one of the eligible countries, have a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining, and pay $25 USD in cash at the airport border guard.

To apply for an E-Visa that also lasts for 30 days, you must have a valid passport with at least 8 months remaining, complete the online application, pay the e-visa fee, and print the e-visa to present it to the airport border guard.

If you are one of the lucky ones, you can obtain a free visa that lasts for 90 days.

Please note that the information provided here is current as of the time of writing and may be subject to change. It is always a good idea to check the latest travel advisories and visa requirements before planning your trip to Egypt. Read more about Egypt travel visa.

2. What to pack with you?

A hat to protect your head and face from the sun’s rays.

A camera to capture the beautiful sights and memories of your trip.

An umbrella to shield you from unexpected rain showers.

Comfortable shoes to keep your feet happy while exploring.

Sunblock and sunglasses to protect your skin and eyes from the sun.

Warm clothes if you’re traveling in winter, especially if you plan to visit the desert at night.

Cotton clothes if you’re traveling in summer, as they are breathable and lightweight.

Always wear comfortable shoes.

Medication for any pre-existing medical conditions or emergencies.

A valid passport that is valid for at least 6 months from the date of your arrival.

Buy a local SIM card.

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3. What is the weather during the tour?

The temperature in Egypt varies from 14°C to 37°C. During summer, the temperature is hot but sometimes it becomes cold at night. In winter, the temperature is cool and mild. The average of low temperatures vary from 9.5°C in the wintertime to 23°C in the summertime and the average high temperatures vary from 17°C in the wintertime to 32°C in the summertime. The temperature is moderate all along the coasts.

The temperature details of Egypt. According to Climates to Travel, Egypt’s climate is characterized by the scarcity of rainfall and the abundance of sunshine. In fact, in much of the country, occupied by the eastern part of the Sahara, the climate is desert. Only on the northern coast, overlooking the Mediterranean, there is a certain amount of rain in winter. As for the temperatures, they are milder on the north coast, while they gradually get warmer as you go south. Along the Red Sea coast, temperatures are higher than on the Mediterranean coast but lower than in inland areas. However, summer is very hot. The only mountainous areas, where it can get cold in winter, are located in the east, on the Sinai Peninsula.

4. Is It Safe to Travel To Egypt

You will feel safe in Egypt as the current atmosphere of the country is quite peaceful after the government took powerful measures like restructuring the entire tourist police to include all the important and tourist attractions in Egypt. Read more about is it safe to travel to Egypt.

5. What Are The Official Languages Of Egypt

Arabic is the official language and Most Egyptians, who live in the cities, speak or understand English or at least some English words or phrases. Fewer Egyptians can speak French, Italian, Spanish, and German. Professional tour guides, who work in the tourism sector, are equipped to handle visitors who cannot speak Arabic and they will speak enough English and other languages to fulfill the needs of all our clients.

8 Days Tour to Cair and Siwa Oasis

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo – Welcome to the Heart of Egypt

Day 2: Exploring the Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza

Day 3: Discovering the Egyptian Museum and Islamic Cairo

Day 4: Journey to Siwa Oasis – The Hidden Gem of Egypt

Day 5: Exploring Siwa Oasis – Ancient Ruins and Natural Springs