4 Days Siwa & White Desert Tour Temples, Springs & Desert Wonders

Day 1: World War II sites, Mediterranean Lunch, Siwa Arrival.

1. El Alamein
   1m
   "Stop 1(Attraction): Alamein, Egypt.
   Under the soft glow of the morning sun, depart Cairo for a scenic drive to Siwa Oasis, a hidden gem nestled deep within the African Sahara and Egypt's vast Western Desert.
   
   Stop at the Alamein World War II Museum, where relics of a pivotal chapter in world history await. Explore tanks, aircraft, and military gear, while learning about the tactics of commanders Rommel and Montgomery.
   
   Stop 2(Attraction): Marsa Matrouh, Egypt.
   Pause for lunch by the Mediterranean Sea in the coastal town of Marsa Matrouh—relaxing and refreshing before you continue the journey.
   
   Arrive in Siwa, where Berber traditions and desert silence greet you. Take the evening to unwind, soak in the oasis charm, and prepare for the adventure ahead.
   
   Meals: Lunch, Dinner
   Accommodation: Dream Lodge Hotel, Siwa.
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Day 2: Siwan Amazigh Culture, Ancient Temples, Hot & Cold Springs.

1. Siwa
   8h
   "Stop 1: Siwa, Egypt.
   After breakfast, begin your tour with a visit to Shali Old Town, the historic heart of Siwa. Continue to the Siwa Museum, which showcases local heritage through displays of silver jewelry, musical instruments, wedding costumes, baskets, and ceramics.
   
   Next, explore the Temple of Amun (Om Obayda) from the 30th dynasty and the famous Oracle Temple, where Alexander the Great once consulted the oracle to confirm his divine status as the son of Zeus and rightful ruler of Egypt.
   
   In the afternoon, stop at Cleopatra’s Spring for a refreshing break and enjoy lunch at a local café beside the water. Later, travel to Bir Wahed, located 12 km southwest of Siwa at the edge of the Great Sand Sea. Relax in its hot and cold springs, surrounded by sweeping dunes, before climbing atop the sands for a breathtaking sunset view. End the day with a traditional Bedouin dinner at camp, then return to your hotel.
   
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   Accommodation: Dream Lodge Hotel, Siwa"

Day 3: Journey through the African Sahara, Camping and Stargazing.

1. Bahariya Oasis
   8h
   Stop 1 : Bahariya Oasis
   After breakfast, begin your journey from Siwa to the Bahariya Oasis, an epic road trip of around 10 hours that takes you across some of Egypt’s most dramatic desert landscapes. Along the way, enjoy the changing scenery as you pass through vast sand stretches, rugged terrain, and remote desert villages.
   
   Stop 2 : White Desert
   By evening, arrive at the White Desert, renowned for its surreal chalk rock formations sculpted by wind and time into shapes resembling animals, mushrooms, and castles. This natural wonderland, glowing under the fading sun and starlit skies, is considered one of the most magical deserts in the world. Overnight at Bahariya Oasis.
   
   Get ready a day full of adventure as you explore the surrounding treasures: the Black Desert with its volcanic hills, El Hez Village with its fresh spring, and the breathtaking Agabat area, where golden sands meet towering limestone cliffs.
   
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
   Accommodation: Overnight in Bahariya Oasis"

Day 4: Black Desert, Therapeutic Springs, Mountain of Crystals.

1. White Desert
   4h · Admission ticket included
   Stop 1 : White Desert
   After breakfast, set out in a rugged 4x4 jeep for a full-day exploration of the Western Desert’s most iconic landscapes. Begin with the Black Desert, where volcanic hills and dark powdery sands paint a striking contrast against the golden terrain. Continue to El Hez Village, where you can refresh at its cold spring oasis surrounded by palm groves.
   
   Next, head towards the shimmering Crystal Mountain, a unique ridge glittering with quartz crystals, before arriving at the otherworldly Agabat area, famous for its towering limestone cliffs and rolling golden dunes. From there, journey deeper into the White Desert, where surreal chalk rock formations shaped by time resemble giant mushrooms, animals, and castles.
2. White Desert
   4h · Admission ticket included
   Your adventure extends into the New White Desert, a wonderland of even more dramatic and intricate limestone sculptures glowing under the desert sun. To end the day, unwind at the natural hot and cold springs nearby—an ideal way to relax after an exhilarating desert experience. In the evening, begin your drive back to Cairo, filled with lasting memories of Egypt’s desert wonders.
   
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
   
   If the mentioned hotel is unavailable, Sun Pyramids Tours reserves the right to provide a hotel of the same category.

Pickup details

For pick up / drop off form Cairo airport, Sphinx airport, New Administrative Capital, New Cairo, Helioplis, Badr City, Shorouk, Rehab, Obour, Sheraton Almatar, Sheikh Zayed city or Madinty City will be for additional cost
Please provide a copy of passport which must be sent to the local partner at the most 2 days before the tour

Follow your guide’s instructions in Natural Reserves to help protect wildlife and minimize our environmental footprint.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels