Package 7 Days 6 Nights to Siwa, Bahariya & White Desert
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 7-day, 6-night adventure through the mesmerizing landscapes of Siwa, Bahariya, and the White Desert in Egypt. This tour offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, starting with a visit to the historic WWII sites in Alamein and the stunning Mediterranean bay of Marsa Matrouh. Explore the ancient wonders of Siwa, including the Old City, Alexander Temple, and Cleopatra Spring, and experience the serene beauty of Fitnas Island at sunset. Journey through the Siwa Desert, marvel at prehistoric fossils, and relax in natural springs. Discover the rich heritage of Bahariya Oasis, visit the Museum of the Golden Mummies, and camp under the stars in the White Desert. This tour promises an incredible holiday filled with desert safari adventures and the magic of Egypt's protected areas. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : El Alamein
Location: El Alamein
Accommodation Name: Dream Lodge
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Cairo-Alamein-Siwa
Sun Pyramids Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo at 06:00 am. Then drive to Alamein, about 3 hours drive. At Al Alamein, you will enjoy the site where the great battle took place during WW II, and visit the WW II Museum and the Cemetery. Then drive on to the beautiful bay of Marsa Matrouh on the Mediterranean Coast then continue to Siwa. It is about 6 hours drive from Alamein to Siwa. Dinner and Overnight in Siwa.
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Day 2 : Siwa
Location: Siwa
Accommodation Name: Dream Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Siwa Sightseeing
After breakfast, enjoy a visit to the Old City of Siwa (Shali). Then transfer to see the Alexander Temple at Aghurmi Village which is dedicated to the God Amon- 26 Dynasty and see Amun Ra Temple at Um Ubeyda. After that transfer to visit Cleopatra Spring (Ein Guba) and enjoy visiting the Siwa House Museum. In the afternoon transfer to enjoy the unique Sunset view at most of the guide books at Fitnas Island. Overnight in Siwa.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 : Farafra
Location: Siwa
Accommodation Name: Dream Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Shiata-Bir Wahed
Breakfast at hotel – Then start our journey at the Siwa Desert first with Maraki Village. Cross the desert to stop near one of a unique archeology sign at Great Siwa Mountain where is the first human footprint above the mountain which dated to pre-history era. Continue our Safari tour between the dunes till we arrive at the fossils area and see the rocky coral reefs which date to Cambrian era. Then drive to one of the spring eyes at the middle of the desert (Shiata Lake) and it is a good chance to watch the Flamenco birds in addition to swim at cold spring and enjoy the bath with relaxing atmosphere. It is a chance to enjoy the sand surfing at the desert. After that it is the time to drive to another spring the hot (Bir Wahid) spring for chilling and tranquilizing our Muscles. Then back to the hotel in Siwa and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 : Siwa
Location: Siwa
Accommodation Name: Dream Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Siwa Oasis
Breakfast at the hotel, then continue to visit the tombs inside the Mountain of the Dead (Gabal El Maouta ) enjoy watching some interesting tombs like SI Amon, MSW Isis, Crocodile Tomb. After that see Dakrour Mountain. Transfer to Abu Sherouf, one of the Siwan Villages to enjoy the Bedouin style life and enjoy the Roman Spring eye. Back to your hotel. Dinner and overnight in Siwa.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 : Bawiti
Location: Bahariya Oasis
Accommodation Name: International Hot Spring Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bahariya Oasis
After breakfast, you will be transferred by a 4×4 car to Bahariya a 06 hour journey. Lunch served during your trip to Bahariya. Dinner and overnight in Bahariya Oasis.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 : Bawiti
Location: Bahariya Oasis
Accommodation Name: White Desert camping
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bahariya Oasis
After breakfast, climb the Black Mountains by the 4x 4 car and visit the ruins of the English House, the Sand Dunes and the Salt Lake. After that visit the Museum of the Golden Mummies, Tombs of Nobles and the Temple of Ain El Muftella which was once the main water source of the old capital of the oasis. Then transfer to the White Desert about two hours driving far from Bahariya Oasis. Overnight camping at the White Desert.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 : Farafra
Location: Farafra
Meals Included: Breakfast
White Desert – Cairo
Next day in the morning, you will be driven to see the quartz crystal at Crystal Mountain, and the rocky formations in the Valley of Agabat. Then onto the Black Desert and the Valley of El Haize with its hot spring. After that you will be transferred by 4X4 car to Bahariya and from Bahariya to Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
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Meals
Dinner, Breakfast, and Lunch are included.
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Accommodation
Accommodation for 4 nights in Siwa at Dream Lodge, 1 night in Bahariya at International Hot Spring Hotel, and 1 night in White Desert camping in the Desert.
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Camping Equipment
Camping equipment like sleeping bags, camel blanket, and tents are provided.
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Meals During Tours
Meals at the hotel and during tours in Siwa and Bahariya as mentioned in the itinerary.
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Portage
Portage when needed.
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Taxes and Service Charges
All taxes and service charges are included.
What's Not Included
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Optional Tours
Any optional tours are not included.
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Personal Spendings
Personal spendings are not included.
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Tipping
Tipping is not included.
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Extras at Hotels
Extras at hotels, such as beverages, are not included.
Know Before You Go
- Infant Seats Available
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- From your hotel in cairo or giza
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with a mix of 4x4 vehicles and standard cars, including a 3-hour drive to Alamein, a 6-hour drive to Siwa, and various transfers between destinations such as Bahariya and the White Desert.
Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable stays with 4 nights at Dream Lodge in Siwa, 1 night at International Hot Spring Hotel in Bahariya, and 1 night camping in the White Desert with all necessary camping equipment provided.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes accommodation for 4 nights in Siwa at Dream Lodge, 1 night in Bahariya at International Hot Spring Hotel, and 1 night camping in the White Desert with camping equipment like sleeping bags, camel blankets, and tents provided.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, meals are included in the tour package. You will receive breakfast, lunch, and dinner during your stay at the hotels and during the tours in Siwa and Bahariya.
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What activities are included in the Siwa Desert safari?
The Siwa Desert safari includes visiting Maraki Village, seeing the first human footprint at Great Siwa Mountain, exploring the fossils area and rocky coral reefs, swimming at Shiata Lake, watching Flamenco birds, sand surfing, and relaxing at the hot spring (Bir Wahid).
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What historical sites will we visit during the tour?
During the tour, you will visit the WW II Museum and Cemetery in Alamein, the Old City of Siwa (Shali), Alexander Temple at Aghurmi Village, Amun Ra Temple at Um Ubeyda, Cleopatra Spring, Siwa House Museum, the tombs inside the Mountain of the Dead, and the Temple of Ain El Muftella. ...more ...less
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour includes transportation by a 4x4 car for certain parts of the journey, such as the transfer to Bahariya and the climb to the Black Mountains. Other parts of the journey involve driving between locations.
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Is the tour suitable for infants or people with mobility issues?
The tour is not suitable for infants to sit on laps, and it is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. It is also not suitable for pets.
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What should I know before going on this tour?
Infant seats are available, but the tour is not wheelchair accessible, not stroller accessible, and not suitable for pets. There is no public transportation nearby, and infants must not sit on laps.
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What are some unique experiences included in the tour?
Unique experiences include enjoying the sunset view at Fitnas Island, swimming in Shiata Lake, sand surfing in the desert, relaxing in the hot spring (Bir Wahid), and camping overnight in the White Desert.
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Can you purchase alcohol in Egypt?
Yes, alcohol Alcohol is permitted for sale and available in Egypt, either in better hotels, Nile Cruises, higher-class restaurants and cafes, pubs and Bazaars. You will also find off-licenses as well. The Egyptian people understand drinking alcohol according to different customs and cultures. Please note, though, it is illegal to drink alcohol in the streets in Egypt.
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Can I obtain a visa on arrival in Egypt?
Egypt visa arrival policy applies to the following countries: the United States, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Canada, all European Union countries, Norway, Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Serbia, Malaysia, Macedonia, Japan, South Korea, China (as of May 2018). If you are a citizen of one of these countries, you can obtain a visa with your passport information, personal information, and details about your travel plans upon arrival at an Egyptian port of entry. The visa on arrival is usually valid for 30 days.
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Can unmarried couples stay together in Egypt?
Foreign unmarried couples can stay together in Egypt. Egyptian or Arabian unmarried couples are not allowed to stay together, as it is illegal. The same goes for an Egyptian man/foreign woman or Egyptian woman/foreign man, as it is illegal for them to stay in a hotel together.
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What to wear when I travel to Egypt?
Clothing: Egypt's climate is dry all year round, so you won't require rainwear unless you are going to Alexandria between December and February. In winter you will need light woolen clothes with sweaters, “layers of clothing are recommended. “From December to February travelers to winter clothing is essential. In spring and autumn, a combination of both is advisable for the warm days and cool nights, so pack accordingly. From May to November, light cotton clothes are recommended People in Egypt are used to tourists visiting their countries. You are welcome to wear walking shorts and a short sleeve shirt for sightseeing excursions On board Nile cruises we recommend to dress 'smart casual' to dinner each evening. Swimsuits are absolutely fine for the swimming pools and beaches On days that you visit Holy sites (mosques and churches), you preferably wear slacks, long skirts and long sleeves. If not, they provide in the mosques something long to wear to enter the mosques Strong and comfortable closed-toe shoes are wise choices to keep your feet from sand, dust, or mud. Sandals are not good options, except for beach areas.
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Are there any special customs I should observe whilst in Egypt?
Yes, most Egyptian customs differ from the Western customs due to the cultural and religious differences, as shown below: 1. Most women in Egypt behave conservatively with strangers. 2. Most mosques require visitors to remove their shoes before entering. 3. Use the right hand to eat and give gifts. 4. It is inept to take photos of soldiers, tanks, or any other military property.
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Can I get a visa on arrival from other border crossings other than airports?
Regarding the conditions for obtaining a visa at border crossings and ports, they are applied in accordance with the policy for obtaining an Egyptian visa, as mentioned previously. But kindly note that in some ports, guarantee letter will be required and also permission from the tourism police, to leave the port and return and your travel agent will help you in this case by providing the guarantee letter. It is therefore possible to apply for an Egyptian visa on arrival at the border control for the countries that take the visa upon arrival However, it is strongly advised against crossing the land border as information on checkpoints that issue visas on arrival is not always up to date. Thus, applying for a visa on arrival in Egypt can be done mainly at the following international checkpoints: Cairo International Airport Hurghada International Airport St Catherine's International Airport Borg El Arab International Airport in Alexandria Sharm El Sheikh International Airport Luxor International Airport
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Package 7 Days 6 Nights to Siwa, Bahariya & White Desert
7 Days Starting in Cairo, Egypt and ending in Farafra, Egypt
Visiting: El Alamein, Siwa, Bahariya Oasis, Farafra
Tour operator:
Tour code:
586679
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
