8 Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Alexandria & Siwa Oasis Desert Safari

·8 Days, 8 Destinations·Starts from Cairo
8 Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Alexandria & Siwa Oasis Desert Safari 1
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8 Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Alexandria & Siwa Oasis Desert Safari 3
8 Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Alexandria & Siwa Oasis Desert Safari 4
8 Day Egypt Tour: Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Alexandria & Siwa Oasis Desert Safari 1
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Only 25% prepayment until 30 days before departure

Duration

8 days

Max Group Size

20

Departure Type

Guaranteed

Guiding Method

Fully guided

Physical level

moderate

Operated In

Age Requirement

11 - 99 Ages

About this tour

Discover the highlights of Egypt on an unforgettable 8-day Cairo, Giza, Alexandria and Siwa Oasis tour. Explore the legendary Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx, visit the Egyptian Museum and historic Old Cairo, discover Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast, and journey through the Western Desert to Siwa Oasis. Experience ancient temples, Shali Fortress, Cleopatra’s Bath, salt lakes, Fatnas Island and a thrilling 4x4 desert safari across the Great Sand Sea with a private guide.

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Route

Journey8 stops
  1. 1CairoAfricaEgyptStart
  2. 2Giza PyramidsAfricaEgyptEl Giza
  3. 3AlexandriaAfricaEgypt
  4. 4El AlameinAfricaEgypt
  5. 5Mersa MatruhAfricaEgypt
  6. 6Siwa OasisAfricaEgyptSiwa
  7. 7Shali FortressAfricaEgyptSiwa
  8. 8CairoAfricaEgyptEnd

What makes this tour special

Visit the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure See the iconic Great Sphinx and Valley Temple / Explore the Egyptian Museum in Cairo Discover historic Old Cairo, Coptic Cairo and Islamic Cairo / Visit the Citadel of Salah El-Din and Mohamed Ali Mosque Explore Khan El Khalili Bazaar/ Discover the Mediterranean city of Alexandria Visit Montazah Palace and Gardens / Explore the El Alamein Museum Travel through the Western Desert to Siwa Oasis / Visit the Temple of the Oracle of Amun, associated with Alexander the Great Explore the historic Shali Fortress / Visit Gebel Al-Mawta (Mountain of the Dead) / Relax at Cleopatra’s Bath Swim in the natural Siwa salt lakes / Visit Fatnas Lake Enjoy a thrilling 4x4 desert safari in the Great Sand Sea Experience Siwa's unique desert landscapes and oasis culture

Itinerary

Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy free time to relax and prepare for the exciting days ahead.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: None

After breakfast, meet your private guide and begin your Cairo sightseeing tour.

Visit the Giza Plateau, home to the Great Pyramid of Khufu, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Continue to the Pyramids of Khafre and Menkaure, the remains of the ancient pyramid complexes and the Great Sphinx.

Visit the Valley Temple, associated with the Pyramid of Khafre, before continuing to the Egyptian Museum, where you can discover an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, depart Cairo by air-conditioned vehicle for Alexandria, approximately 210 km away.

Known as the Pearl of the Mediterranean, Alexandria offers a fascinating combination of ancient history and Mediterranean culture. Visit Montazah Palace and Gardens, explore the historic coastal area and enjoy time to discover the city before returning to your hotel.

Overnight: Alexandria
Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy an early breakfast or request a breakfast box from your hotel before departure.

Travel west toward El Alamein, approximately 150 km from Alexandria. Visit the El Alamein Museum and learn about the area's important role during World War II.

Continue through Marsa Matrouh toward the remote and beautiful Siwa Oasis in Egypt's Western Desert.

Upon arrival, check in and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this unique desert oasis.

Overnight: Siwa Oasis
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, begin your Siwa sightseeing adventure.

Visit the Temple of the Oracle, also known as the Temple of Amun, which is historically associated with Alexander the Great. Continue to the Mountain of the Dead, featuring ancient tombs carved into the mountainside.

Visit Gebel Al Dakrur and enjoy the natural beauty of the oasis. Relax at Cleopatra’s Bath, a natural spring, and experience the famous Siwa salt lakes.

Later, enjoy a thrilling 4x4 safari across the Great Sand Sea, with opportunities to admire the desert scenery and experience the spectacular landscape surrounding Siwa.

Overnight: Siwa Oasis
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, visit the historic Shali Fortress, the ancient heart of Siwa, built using traditional mud-brick construction.

Enjoy free time for shopping and exploring local Siwan products before beginning your journey back to Cairo.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, meet your private guide and explore the historic heart of Cairo.

Visit the Citadel of Salah El-Din, offering impressive views across the city, and explore the beautiful Mohamed Ali Mosque, famous for its Ottoman-inspired architecture.

Continue to Old Cairo, where you can discover the city's Christian and Islamic heritage, including historic churches and mosques. Visit the Hanging Church and Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque, then explore the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel.

Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast, check out from your hotel. Our representative will transfer you to Cairo International Airport and assist you with your departure formalities.

Your unforgettable Egypt adventure comes to an end.

Meals: Breakfast

Trip includes

Included

Cairo – 2 Nights – 4-Star Hotel
Alexandria – 1 Night – 4-Star Hotel
Siwa Oasis – 2 Nights – 4-Star Hotel / Lodge
Cairo – 2 Nights – 4-Star Hotel
Daily breakfast

Hotel

Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Private airport transfers

Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the itinerary

Cairo–Alexandria transportation

Alexandria–Siwa transportation

Siwa–Cairo transportation

Local Siwa transportation

4x4 vehicle for the Great Sand Sea desert safari

Giza Pyramids area

Great Sphinx

Valley Temple

Egyptian Museum

Alexandria sightseeing

Montazah Palace & Gardens

El Alamein Museum

Temple of the Oracle

Mountain of the Dead

Gebel Al Dakrur

Cleopatra's Bath

Siwa salt lakes

Fatnas Lake

Shali Fortress

Cairo Citadel

Mohamed Ali Mosque

Hanging Church

Amr Ibn Al-Aas Mosque

Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Great Sand Sea 4x4 safari

Salt lake experience

Cleopatra's Bath visit

Siwa Oasis sightseeing
Applicable service charges and taxes included in the tour price

This is a private tour, allowing a more flexible and personalized experience.

Siwa Oasis is located in Egypt's remote Western Desert, so some travel days involve long driving distances.

The journey from Alexandria to Siwa is an early start; a breakfast box from the hotel is recommended.

Desert excursions may be affected by weather and local safety conditions.

Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat are highly recommended.

Bring swimwear if you would like to enjoy the salt lakes or Cleopatra’s Bath.

Temperatures in the desert can vary considerably between daytime and nighttime.

Please follow your guide's instructions during the 4x4 desert safari.

Some attractions may have additional entrance fees that are not included unless specifically stated.

The order of sightseeing may be adjusted depending on local conditions, opening hours and operational requirements.

Visitors should dress respectfully when entering mosques and religious sites.

The tour can be customized with additional nights, activities, accommodation upgrades or private services upon request.

Excluded

International flights
Domestic flights unless specifically mentioned

Meals not specifically mentioned

Travel insurance

Camel ride

Additional Cairo sightseeing

Nile dinner cruise

Sound and Light Show at Giza

Additional Alexandria attractions

Desert camping

Additional Siwa cultural experiences

Hotel upgrades

Private luxury vehicle

Private specialist guides

Egypt entry visa

Domestic flights

Travel insurance

Entrance fees unless specifically mentioned as included

Entrance inside the pyramids

Optional excursions

Camel rides unless specifically included

Drinks

Meals not specifically mentioned

Personal expenses

Laundry

Telephone calls

Souvenirs

Tips and gratuities

Early check-in or late check-out

Any services not specifically listed under "Included"

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