Discover the very best of Egypt while adding the extraordinary Siwa Oasis to your journey. This flexible 8–10-day itinerary combines Cairo, Alexandria, Siwa, Luxor, and Aswan, with the option to include a luxury Nile Cruise and a private excursion to Abu Simbel. Experience Egypt’s most iconic archaeological treasures alongside the natural beauty of the Western Desert, from the Pyramids and ancient temples to salt lakes, desert dunes, Bedouin traditions, and spectacular sunsets.
Arrive in Cairo and meet your representative for a private transfer to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy time to rest and settle in. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a relaxed evening in Cairo before your overnight stay.
After breakfast, visit the legendary Giza Pyramids, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu and the neighboring pyramids. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum to explore Egypt’s extraordinary ancient heritage. Return to your hotel and enjoy an evening at leisure.
Travel by private vehicle to Alexandria after breakfast. Explore the city’s highlights, including the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and Qaitbay Citadel, while discovering Alexandria’s unique combination of Egyptian, Mediterranean, and Greco-Roman heritage. Return to Cairo or continue according to your selected itinerary configuration.
Travel west toward Siwa Oasis, one of Egypt’s most distinctive desert destinations. Upon arrival, check in to your accommodation and enjoy a relaxing evening. Depending on your arrival time, you may explore the surrounding area before dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, explore Shali Fortress, the historic center of Siwa, followed by the Temple of the Oracle. Continue to Cleopatra Spring, where you can enjoy the natural surroundings, before visiting the spectacular Siwa Salt Lakes. In the evening, enjoy traditional Bedouin tea and experience the peaceful atmosphere of the oasis.
Set out after breakfast for an exciting 4×4 safari through the Great Sand Sea. Travel across the golden dunes, enjoy sandboarding, and stop at scenic desert locations along the way. After your desert adventure, return toward Siwa and head to Fatnas Island to watch the sunset over the lake. Enjoy dinner and overnight in Siwa.
After breakfast, depart Siwa and continue toward Luxor, the heart of ancient Theban civilization. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel or cruise, depending on your selected package. Spend the evening relaxing or exploring Luxor at leisure.
Explore the extraordinary monuments of Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings, where ancient pharaohs were buried, and the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex. Continue to Luxor Temple and enjoy the atmosphere of the ancient city before returning to your hotel or Nile Cruise.
Continue south toward Aswan, either by road, train, or optional Nile Cruise depending on your package. If traveling by cruise, enjoy the scenery along the Nile while visiting major temples along the route. Upon arrival in Aswan, explore the city and enjoy an overnight stay.
After breakfast, explore Aswan’s highlights or take an optional private excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, one of Egypt’s most impressive ancient monuments. Return to Aswan according to your departure arrangements, marking the end of your Egypt Highlights and Siwa journey.
