2 Days White Desert Tour from Cairo

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Depart Cairo ( Old Town of ShaliCleopatra's Bath )⌄

   - Depart Cairo early in the morning ( around 2 am ) and head towards Siwa Oasis by car (approximately 7-8 hours drive). - Arrive in Siwa Oasis and check into your accommodation. - Visit the Old Town of Shali, an ancient fortress made of salt and mud bricks that offers panoramic views of the oasis. - Explore the Temple of the Oracle, where Alexander the Great once sought guidance. - Enjoy a relaxing dip in Cleopatra's Bath, a natural hot spring pool. - End the day with a visit to the Sunset Mountain to witness a breathtaking view of the oasis at dusk.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Accomodation At Taziry Hotel Or Moon Valley Hotel Option 1: Tazity Hotel Option 2: Moon Valley Hotel

2. 2Desert Safari & Salt Lakes⌄

   - Start the day with a visit to the Great Sand Sea, where you can experience an exhilarating desert safari. Enjoy dune bashing and sandboarding in the vast golden dunes. - Explore the beautiful and serene landscapes of the Great Salt Lake, where you can take stunning photographs and enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings. - In the afternoon, visit the Fossilized Forest, a unique attraction where you can see ancient tree trunks that have turned into stone over thousands of years. - Return to Hotel and relax in the evening.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Accomodation At Taziry Hotel Or Moon Valley Hotel Option 1: Tazity Hotel Option 2: Moon Valley Hotel

3. 3Temple of Amun & Mountain of the Dead⌄

   - Visit the Siwa House Museum, which showcases the history, culture, and traditions of the Siwa Oasis. - Explore the ruins of the Temple of Amun, a significant archaeological site dating back to the 26th Dynasty of ancient Egypt. - Discover the, Mountain of the Dead, an ancient necropolis where you can explore rock-cut tombs and see ancient artifacts. - Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, tasting authentic Siwan cuisine. - Take a leisurely stroll through the palm groves and olive orchards, enjoying the natural beauty of the oasis. - In the evening, visit the Dakrur Mountain to witness another stunning sunset.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Accomodation At Taziry Hotel Or Moon Valley Hotel Option 1: Tazity Hotel Option 2: Moon Valley Hotel

4. 4Depart Siwa Oasis⌄

   - Take a refreshing morning swim in one of the natural freshwater springs, such as Fatnas or Bir Wahed. - Depart Siwa Oasis and drive back to Cairo, arriving in the evening.

   Overnight: Accomodation At Taziry Hotel Or Moon Valley Hotel Option 1: Tazity Hotel Option 2: Moon Valley Hotel