3-Day Siwa Oasis Adventure with Desert Safari and Ancient Sites

3 Days Round trip from Cairo Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Swim and unwind at Siwa's salt lakes and the famous Cleopatra's Pool
02 Watch the sunset at Fatnas Island with dinner in a natural oasis setting
03 Head into the desert by 4x4 for dune fun and a camp dinner under the stars
04 Explore Siwa's heritage at the Mountain of the Dead, the Temple of Amun, and Shali Fortress
05 Visit Brescia Island before returning to the bus station

Escape into the tranquil beauty of Egypt's Western Desert on this 3-day Siwa Oasis adventure. Enjoy a relaxed journey through Siwa's unique landscapes, from the salt lakes and Cleopatra's Pool to sunset at Fatnas Island and a 4x4 desert safari with camp dinner under the stars. Along the way, discover the Mountain of the Dead, the Temple of Amun (Oracle), Shali Fortress, its old market, and Brescia Island before returning to the bus station.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Luxury

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Cairo, Siwa Oasis

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Siwa, Salt Lakes and Fatnas Island Sunset

After arriving early in the morning, we will be waiting for you at the bus station. We will then take you to your accommodation for rest and breakfast, followed by a visit to the salt lakes.

Afterwards, we will return to the hotel so you can change clothes and relax before heading to Fatnas Island to watch the sunset and have dinner by the island. You can also enjoy a heated pool, relax after dinner, and gaze at the stars among the palm trees and natural surroundings. Return to the hotel. Open time.

Day 02

Cleopatra's Pool and 4x4 Desert Experience

After breakfast, we'll depart an hour later for Cleopatra's Pool, where you can enjoy its waters and drink natural juices.

We'll then return to the hotel to rest before heading into the desert in a 4x4 vehicle for a sightseeing tour. In the desert, a toboggan is available, and you'll then return to a camp where you'll have dinner. You can also enjoy your time after the tour ends.

Day 03

Ancient Siwa Sites, Shali Fortress and Brescia Island

After breakfast, we'll head to the Mountain of the Dead, then to the Temple of Amun (or the Oracle), and visit Shali Fortress and its old market.

We will then go back to the hotel to collect our luggage or change our clothes. After that, we'll travel to Brescia Island and return to the bus station.

The route