3 Day Private Siwa Oasis Tour with Local Guide

Duration3 days

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Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Experience the magic of the Egyptian desert through the eyes of a born-and-raised Siwa local guide. Skipping the long Cairo transit worries, this private 3-day experience begins the second you step off the bus in Siwa.

Discover the ancient history of the Temple of the Oracle, float effortlessly in the mesmerizing Siwa Salt Lakes, and plunge into the massive dunes of the Great Sand Sea in a private 4x4 Jeep. Enjoy traditional Bedouin camp hospitality, stargazing under unpolluted skies, and authentic homemade Siwan cuisine. Your local expert handles all internal logistics, letting you deeply connect with the peaceful nature, history, and Berber culture of the oasis.

What's included

Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast

What to expect

Day 1: Day 1 – Arrival, Ancient History & Great Sand Sea 4x4 Safari

30m

Meet your local guide directly at the Siwa Bus Station upon your morning arrival. We will handle your luggage and transfer you via private vehicle straight to your hotel for a smooth check-in, rest, and a delicious traditional breakfast.
1h · Admission ticket included

Step back into the 6th century BC. Walk the ruins where Alexander the Great famously journeyed to consult the Oracle of Amun to confirm his divine lineage.
Cleopatra's Pool - Spring of Juba
1m

Visit the oasis’s most iconic natural sun spring. Admire the crystal-clear waters surrounded by lush palm groves and learn about the legends of the ancient queen.
Siwa
4h

Siwa Nature Reserve & Great Sand Sea Safari (4 hours)

Hop into a rugged 4x4 vehicle for an adrenaline-fueled safari into the Great Sand Sea. Explore stunning desert mountains, hidden lakes, and an ancient fossil area. Grab a board to go sandboarding down massive dunes before sitting down for an authentic local desert lunch featuring homemade Siwan specialties like fresh shakshouka.
Siwa Oasis Tour
3h · Admission ticket included

Bedouin Desert Camp Dinner & Stargazing (3 hours)

Watch a breathtaking Sahara sunset over the rolling dunes. Gather at a traditional local camp lit by fire and candlelight. Savor a slow-cooked Bedouin dinner, sip Siwan tea, and experience incredible stargazing under a clear desert sky before transferring back to your hotel.

Day 2: Day 2 – Culture, Salt Lakes & Sunset Views

Siwa Oasis Tour
1h · Admission ticket included

Siwa House Museum (45 minutes)

After breakfast, dive into local heritage. Explore traditional mud-brick architecture, authentic wedding dresses, silver jewelry, and instruments that highlight the oasis's unique Berber culture.
Shali Fortress
1h · Admission ticket included

Hike up the 13th-century mud-and-salt-brick citadel right in the town center. Wind through its labyrinth of ancient paths and take in 360-degree panoramic views of the entire oasis.
Salt Lakes
2h · Admission ticket included

Pack your swimwear! Experience the magical sensation of floating effortlessly in the hyper-saline, turquoise Siwa Salt Lakes. Afterward, rinse off and unwind in a natural volcanic hot spring and relax inside a therapeutic local salt cave. Return to the hotel for a short rest.
Mountain of the Dead
1m · Admission ticket included

Mountain of the Dead (Gabal al-Mawta) (45 minutes)

Explore this conical hillside filled with rock-cut tombs dating from the 26th Dynasty through the Greco-Roman periods, featuring brilliantly preserved ancient Egyptian wall paintings.
Siwa
1h

Fatnas Island Sunset (1.5 hours)

Head to Fitnas Island, surrounded by tranquil saltwater and thousands of date palms, to witness the absolute best and most peaceful desert sunset in Egypt.
Siwa Oasis Tour
2h

Shopping & Traditional Market Dinner (2 hours)

Enjoy free time to explore the local markets for Siwa's world-famous organic olive oil, premium dates, and handmade crafts before enjoying a relaxing dinner.

Day 3: Day 3 – Departure Experience

Siwa Oasis
1h

Hotel Checkout & Bus Station Drop-Off

Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel and finish any last-minute souvenir shopping. Your private vehicle will pick you and your luggage up from the hotel and drop you off directly at the Siwa Bus Station for your departure journey, concluding your peaceful desert escape.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your local guide will be waiting to welcome you directly at the Siwa Oasis Main Bus Station upon your arrival.. From there, we will handle your luggage and transfer you directly to your hotel in our private vehicle to settle in and begin your oasis experience

End point

Your local guide will be waiting to welcome you directly at the Siwa Oasis Main Bus Station upon your arrival.. From there, we will handle your luggage and transfer you directly to your hotel in our private vehicle to settle in and begin your oasis experience

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.