During this week you can admire the best places and tourist sights in Egypt. Departing from Cairo, the capital city of the country, important historic site and most populated city of Africa, you'll visit the renowned maritime resort of Marsa Matruh, located on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea. It is rich in Muslim and Christian architectural examples, then you'll get away from the chaotic towns and continue toward the inland, where you'll discover the immensity of the desert, characterized by high sand hills which reflect the warm colours of the sun with their grains and small and suggestive oases. Here it is possible to take a break to refresh, rest and discover the secrets of the life here. During a night in the desert there is nothing better than watching the endless stars in the sky and losing in thoughts while breathing in the calm and peaceful atmosphere.

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During this week you can admire the best places and tourist sights in Egypt. Departing from Cairo, the capital city of the country, important historic site and most populated city of Africa, you'll visit the renowned maritime resort of Marsa Matruh, located on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea. It is rich in Muslim and Christian architectural examples, then you'll get away from the chaotic towns and continue toward the inland, where you'll discover the immensity of the desert, characterized by high sand hills which reflect the warm colours of the sun with their grains and small and suggestive oases. Here it is possible to take a break to refresh, rest and discover the secrets of the life here. During a night in the desert there is nothing better than watching the endless stars in the sky and losing in thoughts while breathing in the calm and peaceful atmosphere.

This incredible tour proposes you to explore:

  • The Memorials of the Second World War, near Marsa Matrouh;
  • Some hot springs situated in Siwa Oasis and Bahariya;
  • The famous White Desert in Farafra and the large Great Sand Sea.

Join us in this adventure close to nature and you'll live an unforgettable vacation.

Trip summary

  • Travel style Tailor-made travel
  • Departure Cairo
  • End Cairo
  • Countries
    • Egypt
  • City
    • Cairo
    • Mersa Matruha
    • Siwa Oasis
    • Bahariya
    • Farafra
  • Theme Desert
  • Accommodation Standard
  • Flight Excluded
  • Guide Not Included
  • The tour has met our standards

Detailed itinerary

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  • 1
    Arrival in Cairo
    Day 1

    Upon your arrival in Cairo, you will be met by our representative who will help you with your immigration and customs formalities. Then, transfer to the hotel, check-in and overnight.

    Visited places:
    • Cairo
  • 2
    Cairo - Mersa Matruha
    Day 2

    After breakfast at the hotel, go ahead towards the Mediterranean Sea and then West to El Alamein. Today, you will visit the British, Greek, Italian and German memorials from the Second World War. At the end of the visit, the tour continues to Marsa Matruh, a pretty town on Mediterranean shores. Overnight in the hotel.

    Visited places:
    • Cairo
    • Mersa Matruha
  • 3
    Mersa Matruha - Siwa Oasis
    Day 3

    In the early morning you will drive through the desert to reach Siwa Oasis, a beautiful and deep depression as well as one of the Egypt's most isolated settlements. Unmissable spots are: the spring of Sita and Shalli, the famous old city of Siwa. Overnight in a camp.

    Visited places:
    • Mersa Matruha
    • Siwa Oasis
  • 4
    Beir Wahad in the Great Sand Sea
    Day 4

    Today you will discover the Temple of Amun, built by Alexander the Great overlooking the palm tree forests. Then, you have the opportunity to swim in Cleopatra’s Spring before moving to the Great Sand Sea, where you will enjoy the hot spring called Beir Wahad. Overnight in a camp.

    Visited places:
    • Siwa Oasis
  • 5
    Siwa Oasis - Bahariya
    Day 5

    The tour continues to Bahariya today. Upon arrival, you'll visit the Gebel Aswid, the fabulous and amazing black mountain covered by volcanic rock, and then the ancient Roman Springs. Overnight in the hotel.

    Visited places:
    • Siwa Oasis
    • Bahariya
  • 6
    Bahariya - Farafra
    Day 6

    Transfer to Farafra, the smallest Western Egyptian oasis. Enroute you'll visit the ruins of the oldest Christian church in the Western Oasis which dates back to the 1st Century. Drive through the White Desert, the main attraction of Farafra, characterized by impressive limestone formations where the forces of erosion have created fantastic natural rock sculptures. Upon arrival to today's last destination, you'll visit the local museum with handicraft exhibitions. Overnight in a camp.

    Visited places:
    • Bahariya
    • Farafra
  • 7
    Back to Cairo
    Day 7

    After breakfast, you will be met by our representative and transferred to Cairo Airport, where you will be helped with your check-in and immigration formalities: the tour is ended.

    Visited places:
    • Farafra
    • Cairo
  • Prices and conditions

    Price includes
    • Accommodation as in the program
    • Local assistance by the English speaking partner's staff
    Price does not include
    • Tips
    • Extras
    • Optional excursions
    • International flights
    • Everything not included in "the price includes" and / or in additional options and mandatory services