10-Day Private Egypt Safari and Antiquities Tour with Siwa Oasis

10 Days Duration

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About This Tour

Explore Egypt's ancient wonders and living traditions on a 10-day journey through Cairo, Wadi el-Natrun, Marsa Matruh, Siwa Oasis, and Alexandria. Discover the...

Duration: 10 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Alexandria, Cairo, Matruh, Siwa Oasis, Wadi El Natrun · Languages: Arabic, English, Italian, Russian, Spanish

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What's Included

Meet and greet service by our representatives at airports
Assistance with guest relations during your stay
All transfers to/from the airport and hotel by air-conditioned vehicle
All sightseeing tours in Cairo as mentioned in the itinerary
All sightseeing tours in the desert as mentioned in the itinerary
Local English- or German-speaking Egyptologist and tour guide during your trips
Entrance fees to all sites indicated in the itinerary
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary

Not Included

Tipping
Soft drinks in restaurants
Any extra fees not mentioned in the itinerary

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Cairo

Transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Cairo. Meals: Welcome Drink, Dinner
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Day 02

Pyramids of Giza and the Egyptian Museum

At 8:00 am, take the chance to discover the secrets of the Great Pyramids of Cheops, Khafre, and Menkaure, along with the Holy Sphinx. Go deep into history through papyrus, its amazing inscriptions, and pictures. Lunch will be grilled chicken at a restaurant close to the pyramids. Visit the Egyptian Museum and its unique art crafts, including the exhibition of Tut Ankh Amun. Attend the light and sound show (optional - extra price). Overnight in Cairo.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 03

Wadi el-Natrun, El-Alamein, and Marsa Matruh

On the outskirts of Cairo is a 60-kilometer desert depression called Wadi el-Natrun (Valley of Salt). A safe refuge for those who seek solitude, Wadi el-Natrun houses Coptic monasteries that are a testament to the resilience of the Coptic Christian community in Egypt. Wadi el-Natrun, or the Valley of Salt, dates back to ancient Egypt. The region contains large alkaline lakes that accumulate neutron-rich salt deposits. The mineral was used in mummification ceremonies in ancient Egypt and was also used by Egyptian artisans to paint elaborate artworks inside ancient tombs. Visit the El-Alamein tombstones of the Germans, Italians, and Commonwealth, a memorial to the well-known Battle of El-Alamein in WW2. Check in to the hotel in the evening, then walk through the city of Marsa Matruh, enjoying its lovely streets full of life and real Egypt. Marsa Matruh is the main summer resort city for Egyptians. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
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Day 04

Drive to Siwa Oasis and Great Sand Sea Adventure

Check in to an Eco-Lodge built exactly like the Bedouin houses with Karshief, which is made of salt and clay, with spacious rooms and hardly any internet connection - back to real natural life. The adventure will begin by invading the Great Sand Sea with a jeep safari, sandboarding, and more surprises. Enjoy sunset and dinner in the desert. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Day 05

Oracle Temple, Cleopatra's Pool, and Siwa Salt Lakes

Visit the Mountain of the Dead, which dates back to Pharaonic times. See the swimming pool of Cleopatra. Experience the salt lakes, where you can swim and float like never before - these lakes are magical and extremely salty. Head back to the city center to have a look at the life of the real Bedouin nowadays and step back into the eighteenth century. Watch the sunset from Fitness Island. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 06

Sunrise at Shali Fortress and Return to Marsa Matruh

Watch the sunrise from the top of Shali Fortress, where the Bedouin lived for thousands of years. After breakfast, drive back to Marsa Matruh. In a city that has all the magical beauty of the Mediterranean, stay in a chalet directly overlooking the sea or in a hotel. There is a chance to do jet skiing for 30 minutes or one hour (extra price: 40 Euro per person for one hour). Overnight in Marsa Matruh.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 07

Drive to Alexandria and Evening City Tour

Check in to the hotel. There is a chance to dive at the site of Cleopatra's Palace and Napoleon's sunken ship (extra price: 300 Euro per person). Visit the well-known Citadel of Alexandria, built on the exact place of the famous lighthouse, the Fortress of Qaitbay, and the Library of Alexandria. At night, enjoy a city tour by double-decker bus. Overnight in Alexandria.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
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Day 08

Alexandria by Carriage

After breakfast, enjoy a unique experience discovering Alexandria by carriage. This allows you to enjoy the details and real life of the city. Go deep into the heart of Alexandria through its streets, the fruit and vegetable market, the fish market, and more. Visit the Roman theatre, Pompey's Pillar, Saint Catherine Church, and the Catacombs. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
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Day 09

Return to Cairo and Explore the Old City

Drive back to Cairo, 240 km. Check in to the hotel. Enjoy the nightlife in Cairo. Wander through the mysterious part of the city with its old gates and streets. Visit the Coptic churches, the old mosques, and the great bazaar. Discover top-quality spices and the chance to shop for souvenirs. Experience the pure Egyptian atmosphere. Overnight in Cairo.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 10

Departure

Transfer back to the airport and fly back home, or as mentioned in the itinerary.