Siwa, Bahariya, and White Desert Trip Package

Enjoy your Egyptian breakfast at the hotel and then kick off your Egypt Travel Packages to the cradle of civilization by visiting the old town of Shali which is at the center of the city. You will also visit the Shali Fortress which is crafted using the kerchief method of construction whereby salt, mud, and clay are mixed together in such a way that they form a strong and durable building. The Siwan people used these native materials to build their houses and keep them cool during the hot seasons, however, the Shali Fortress built in the 13th Century lost parts of it due to the heavy rains washing down the walls in the early 1930s.

Your next point of visit will be the most famous site, the Temple of Alexander the Great or the Temple of the Oracle of Amun which was formerly known by this name because of the Great, the world conquering, the ace who got the oracle's approval to be the son of Zeus in the Greek pantheon (Amun Re) in the ancient Egyptian Religion. The temple was constructed around 600 BC during the reign of the twenty-sixth Dynasty in the ancient settlement called AghurmiVillage.

Then move on to the temple ruins of Amun at Um Ubayda which was built to the triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonso. The temple is already in ruins due to the Siwa governor demolishing it in 1869 to make way for his big palace and a presidential resthouse. It’s time to immerse yourself in the culture of Siwa, learning about the customs, and getting acquainted with the household items and accessories of the bygone era of the Siwan people by visiting the Siwan House which the Siwans designed as a participation keeping their culture from the risk of being forgotten. You will have a meal in an excellent restaurant after which you will enjoy a leisurely afternoon at Cleopatra Spring commonly known as Ein Guba. Here you will be able to swim in the warm natural water rich in sulfur and minerals before you are taken to your hotel for the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Savor the goodness of breakfast at the Eco-lodge and then take off for the Siwa Oasis Desert Safari, starting with Maraki Village, where the Great Siwa Mountain, the first-ever human footprint discovered, sits amongst the unique archaeological sites. The footprint dates back to the prehistoric era, and the tour continues between the dunes until we reach the fossils area, where the coral rocks of the Cambrian period are located.

Then, drive to one of the most breathtaking spots within the Great Sand Sea, the world’s third-largest sand desert, so as to relish an adventurous Jeep safari, and go on the nature walk and visit a stunning lake in the heart of the desert where you can interact with the gentle Tilapia fish. Then, experience the thrill of Sand Boarding, although it is not as fast as snowboarding, still you can glide down some of the large dunes and have a great time by putting wax on the bottom of your board. Siwa Sand Boarding is not to be missed!

Visit the hot spring known as Bir Wahid (well number 1) for a refreshing dip, which is among the top activities in Siwa for relaxation purposes. Have another incredible Sun Set at the Great Sand Sea in the heart of the dunes while sipping lemon-leaf Bedouin tea.

Stay overnight in Siwa.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

You will start your day by visiting apparently one of the best rock-cut tombs in the world after a delicious breakfast at the eco-lodge. The site in question is called Mountain of the Dead (Gabal El Mauta), and you will see those magnificent tombs that were built for the rulers of the Siwa Oasis during the 26th Dynasty. The tomb of Si Amon and an extraordinary "Crocodile Tomb" adorned with very fine crocodile paintings will be part of your exploration, but the owner of the tomb remains anonymous.

While visiting the Bedouin settlement, you will walk through the village of Abu Ali and experience a Bedouin lifestyle. The talking couple could walk together in the mountains that are fond of canyons, listening to the great acoustics of the area with their voices resonating in the soft silence.

As you come back to Siwa, you will walk to Dakrour, the mountain that is known for the annual Shwa Tourism Festival celebrated every October by the locals, usually around the first full moon.

Your last activity of the day will be the very magical sunset at Fitnas Island, the place where the whole day is crowned. Enjoy a cup of hot local drink, and let your imagination run while you try to capture the beauty of the landscape in a timelapse photo.

You will be then taken back to the city to spend the night at your eco-lodge.

Today's meals are breakfast and lunch.

Following the breakfast that you had at your eco-lodge in Siwa, a transfer to Cairo will be arranged for you. Once you reach Cairo, the first thing that you'll do is to check-in to your hotel for a night's stay.

On the next day, you shall go on a trip from Cairo to the Bahariya Oasis early in the morning. The trip will give you the opportunity to see the phenomenal nature attractions of this oasis in the Western Desert up close.

You will have breakfast and lunch included on this day.

In the morning, transfer from Cairo to Bahariya Oasis. You will have lunch during the trip to Bahariya. When the sun sets, you will be driven up by a 4WD Jeep to Black Mountain, visiting the ruins of the English House and taking a beautiful panorama of the whole Oasis and Salt Lake surrounded by lush green date palm forests. The visit to the Museum of the Golden Mummies is next wherein we find out from the name that the mummies inside are gilded, made during the Greco-Roman period in Egypt, and consist of the mummies of the ancient Egyptian kings and queens.

Then, visiting The Tombs of Nobles at Qasr Sleem, where we see huge rock-cut tombs like those of Zed-Amun-Ef-Ankh and Bannentiu, and the Temple of Ain El Muftella which is dedicated to the ancient Egyptian God Bis, the god of joy and entertainment according to the ancient Egyptian religion, the Temple of Alexander the Great, which succumbed to many natural factors leading to the destruction of most of the inscriptions and sculptures, then we will head towards the White Desert having to cross the Black Desert, an area of volcanic mountains of various shapes and covered with small volcanic stones, and the Valley of El Haize the southernmost village of Bahriya Oasis with its charming spring.

Make a stop to admire the quartz crystal at Crystal Mountain and the breathtaking Valley of Agabat, one of the splendid attractions that are on our list during our trips to Egypt. Sleeping in the white desert with a chance to witness a wonderful sunset while the guides are preparing your dinner, overnight sleeping in the White Desert.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

On the last day, a peaceful campsite in the White Desert will be your waking place and a splendid breakfast will be your first meal of the day. You will then be given the chance to visit a hot spring that is located nearby after your breakfast. You can go for a swim, do nothing, and enjoy the silent, lovely water.

Next, a ride back to the hot spring and a drive to the Bahariya Oasis, and then a road trip to Cairo - that's how your Egypt tour package ends. It was awesome to have you witness the beauty of Siwa Oasis and Bahariya Oasis in our country and we do hope you had a great time. Thanks a lot for choosing Cairo Top Tours, and we do hope the next time you come to Egypt, it won't be your first time!

If you are going to have more time in your Egypt tours, we would be delighted to offer you some of the popular Cairo day tours that you could think of. There’s still a lot of wonders of this amazing country waiting for you to explore.