4-Day Siwa Oasis Tour from Cairo
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- Duration4 days, 3 nights
- Start & endYour hotel in Cairo or Giza
- Tour typePrivate, from 1 traveler
- TransportPrivate vehicle + 4×4 safari
- Overnight3 nights in Siwa included
- MealsAll meals included
Siwa at a slower, deeper pace
4-Day Siwa Oasis Tour: Overview
In short: this private 4-day Siwa Oasis tour from Cairo or Giza gives you two full days in Siwa: the Mountain of the Dead, Shali Fortress, the Oracle Temple of Alexander the Great and a Fatnas Island sunset on one day, and the salt lakes, Cleopatra’s Spring and a Great Sand Sea 4×4 safari with Bir Wahed and a hot spring on the next. Three nights in Siwa, private transport from Cairo, all meals and every entrance ticket are included, from $490 per person.
Siwa is not a place to rush. It is a place of palm groves and silence, of salt lakes so clear they look unreal, of mud-brick ruins glowing at sunset and dunes that roll all the way to Libya. Our 4-day Siwa Oasis tour gives you the time to feel it, with full days to explore, long lunches, afternoon rests and evenings without hurry.
On your first full day, walk among the painted tombs of the Mountain of the Dead, climb through Shali Fortress, browse the market, stop for a famous Siwan fresh juice and stand in the Oracle Temple where Alexander the Great came to hear his destiny. End the day with the sunset over Fatnas Island, one of the most beautiful in Egypt.
On the second, float in Siwa’s turquoise salt lakes, swim in Cleopatra’s Spring, then ride into the Great Sand Sea by 4×4: sandboarding on golden dunes, the desert spring of Bir Wahed, Bedouin tea at sunset on the dunes and a relaxing soak in a hot sulfur spring under the first stars.
All along, you travel with a local team who treat you as friends, sharing the food, the tea and the stories of the oasis. Short on time? See our 3-day Siwa Oasis tour.
Why travelers love it
Tour Highlights
Here is what makes this 4-day Siwa Oasis tour so special:
- Two full days in Siwa, at a relaxed pace.
- Painted tombs at the Mountain of the Dead.
- Shali Fortress and Siwa’s traditional market.
- The Oracle Temple visited by Alexander the Great.
- Sunset over Fatnas Island.
- Float in the turquoise salt lakes and swim in Cleopatra’s Spring.
- Great Sand Sea 4×4 safari with sandboarding and Bir Wahed.
- Bedouin tea at sunset and a hot sulfur spring under the stars.
- All meals, private transport from Cairo and every ticket included.
More than a tour
Experience Siwa as Our Friends
What makes this Siwa Oasis tour different is not only where we take you, but how we share it with you:
- Time to breatheAn extra day means slower mornings, rest in the afternoon heat and no rushing between sites.
- Bedouin tea in the dunesWatch the sun sink into the Great Sand Sea with a cup of tea poured on the sand.
- Taste of the oasisSiwan dates, olives, fresh juices and local dishes, shared the way the oasis welcomes its guests.
- Stories, not just sitesThe oracle that kings consulted, the fortress built from salt and the traditions that still shape Siwan life.
- Everything handled for youTransport, hotel, 4×4, desert fees, every ticket and every meal are arranged, nothing to pay at the gates.
- At your own paceIt is a private trip, so there is always time for one more swim, one more photo or one more cup of tea.
Four days, step by step
4-Day Siwa Oasis Tour Itinerary
The order below is the usual route of this 4-day Siwa Oasis tour. Your guide may adjust the timing for the weather, the light and local conditions.
- 1Day 1 · 7:00 AM
Cairo to Siwa along the Mediterranean
Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and a scenic drive west along the Mediterranean coast, with rest stops and lunch in Mersa Matruh. Arrive in Siwa in the evening, check in, relax and enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Hotel in Siwa Oasis.
- 2Day 2 · Morning
Mountain of the Dead, Shali & the market
After breakfast, visit the Mountain of the Dead, with its ancient tombs and remarkable paintings, then explore Shali Fortress, the old town built from salt and mud, and stroll through Siwa’s traditional market and handicraft shops.
- 3Day 2 · Afternoon & sunset
Siwan juice, the Oracle Temple & Fatnas sunset
After lunch, stop for a famous Siwan fresh juice, then visit the Oracle Temple of Amun, where Alexander the Great came to consult the oracle. Rest at the hotel, then watch the sunset over the salt lake from Fatnas Island. Dinner and back to the hotel.
Overnight: Hotel in Siwa Oasis.
- 4Day 3 · Morning
Salt lakes & Cleopatra’s Spring
After breakfast, float effortlessly in Siwa’s crystal-clear salt lakes, then swim in the natural pool of Cleopatra’s Spring. Lunch and time to rest before the afternoon adventure.
- 5Day 3 · Afternoon & night
Great Sand Sea safari, Bir Wahed & hot spring
Ride into the Great Sand Sea by 4×4. Visit Bir Wahed, the spring in the heart of the dunes, try sandboarding on golden slopes and watch the sunset from the top of the dunes with Bedouin tea. Finish with a relaxing bath in a natural hot sulfur spring, then dinner.
Overnight: Hotel in Siwa Oasis.
- 6Day 4
Return to Cairo or Giza
After breakfast, check out and drive back to Cairo or Giza with rest stops and lunch on the way. Arrival is in the evening, depending on traffic and road conditions.
All-inclusive, no surprises
What’s Included & Excluded
We include everything you need for this 4-day Siwa Oasis tour, so you never have to buy a ticket or arrange anything yourself.
Included
- Private transportation from and back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza
- Private transportation within Siwa
- 3 nights in a hotel in Siwa Oasis
- All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner every day
- Professional local guide in Siwa
- Great Sand Sea 4×4 safari with Bir Wahed, sandboarding and the hot spring
- All entrance tickets and fees: Mountain of the Dead, Shali, the Oracle Temple, Cleopatra’s Spring, the salt lakes and desert fees
- Siwan juice stop, Bedouin tea at sunset, bottled water and soft drinks
- All taxes and service charges
Not included
- Tips for the guide, driver and team (optional)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Alcoholic beverages
Truly all-inclusive: every entrance ticket, the desert safari and all meals are already in the price. You will not pay anything at the gates.
Private tour prices
4-Day Siwa Oasis Tour Prices
This 4-day Siwa Oasis tour is private, so the price per person drops as your group grows. All prices are in US dollars and include transport from Cairo, the hotel, all meals, the desert safari and every entrance ticket.
| Group size | Per person | Group total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveler | $1,190 | $1,190 |
| 2 travelers | $675 | $1,350 |
| 3 travelers | $580 | $1,740 |
| 4 travelers | $500 | $2,000 |
| 5+ travelers Best value | $490 | $2,450 for 5 |
- All entrance tickets, safari and desert fees included
- Confirm with a 30% deposit; pay the rest in cash on the day
- Traveling with children? We quote family prices on request
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Check Availability
Send your preferred dates and group size for the 4-day Siwa Oasis tour. We personally confirm availability, the hotel, the final price and pickup details in writing before you pay anything.
Before you go
Good to Know
- Long road daysSiwa is far from Cairo. Days 1 and 4 are long driving days with rest stops and lunch on the way.
- Already in Siwa?If you are traveling to Siwa on your own, we can run the tour from your hotel in Siwa and adjust the price. Just ask.
- Respect local cultureSiwa is a traditional community. Modest clothing in town is appreciated, and alcohol is not part of local life.
- SwimwearBring swimwear and a towel for Cleopatra’s Spring, the salt lakes, Bir Wahed and the hot spring.
- Salt lake tipAvoid shaving before your trip and keep the salty water away from your eyes. Rinse with fresh water afterwards.
- What to packSun protection, a hat, comfortable shoes, sandals for the springs and a warm layer for desert evenings.
Plan with our local guides: read our Siwa Oasis travel guide, best things to do in Siwa and Great Sand Sea guide, plus Bahariya vs Siwa: which oasis to choose.
Organized by desert people you can trust. Our trips are planned by Eyad Elzaghandi, a licensed tour guide from Egypt’s Western Desert, and our team of licensed local guides. Meet the team.
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See the day tripQuestions travelers ask
4-Day Siwa Oasis Tour FAQ
What is the difference between the 3-day and 4-day Siwa tours?
The 4-day tour gives you two full days in Siwa instead of one, so you visit the historic sites, the salt lakes, the springs and the Great Sand Sea at a relaxed pace, with time to rest and a Fatnas sunset. Compare it with our 3-day Siwa Oasis tour.
Is transport from Cairo included?
Yes. Private transport from and back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza is included, as well as all transport within Siwa.
Is the Great Sand Sea safari included?
Yes. The 4×4 safari with Bir Wahed, sandboarding, a sunset on the dunes with Bedouin tea and a hot sulfur spring is included on Day 3.
Can you really float in the Siwa salt lakes?
Yes. The lakes are so salty that you float easily on the surface. Rinse with fresh water afterwards and keep the water away from your eyes.
Are all meals and tickets included?
Yes. Breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, water and soft drinks, all entrance tickets and desert fees are included.
Is this a private tour?
Yes. You travel with your own group only, with private transport and a professional local guide in Siwa.
What should I wear in Siwa?
Siwa is a traditional community, so modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees is appreciated in town. Bring swimwear for the springs and lakes.
How do I book and pay?
Send a request with your dates and group size. Once we confirm availability and the final price, you secure the tour with a 30% deposit through an official PayPal invoice and pay the remaining balance in cash on the day. See our booking & payment policy and cancellation policy.
Give Siwa the Time It Deserves
Two full days in Siwa Oasis: oracle temples and salt fortresses, turquoise lakes and hot springs, and a sunset over the endless dunes with Bedouin tea in your hand. Every ticket and every meal included, and a local team who will welcome you as friends.