We are excited to have you join us on this Sacred Journey to Egypt Siwa Excursion Add-On
Day 1, Cairo | Siwa
Depart Cairo, driving north and then along the Mediterranean to Mrasa Matrouh, stopping where the Allied Forces of WW II gained a decisive victory in 1942 over Germany’s General Rommel at the Battle of El-Alamein. See the war museum and the Italian and German military cemeteries. Continue to Mrasa Matrouh where General Rommel set up his field headquarters. Mrasa Matrouh has a beautiful 4.5-mile white sand beach and turquoise waters. Alexander the Great is said to have stopped here on his way to the Siwa Oasis and reputedly Cleopatra came here to bathe. We continued driving after lunch to Siwa Drive south through miles and miles of sand until suddenly a huge lake appears, surrounded by date palms. Here we find our unique and beautiful eco-lodge, built of mud and salt... Overnight three nights Eco Lodge. (B, L, D)
Day 2, Siwa
This morning, we Float in the lake, as salty as the Dead Sea, and reputed to be great for the skin. And swim in hot springs Dinner is served under the stars. Overnight for (B, L, D)
Day 3, Siwa Desert | Oracle
The town of Siwa is on the northwest edge of the Great Sand Sea amid a vista of endless dunes.
It is situated near the Libyan border and Egypt’s most remote oasis town. The extremely conservative Siwans have developed their own distinct Berber culture and language and are known for their exquisite jewelry and crafts. This magical area was visited by Alexander the Great, who came here for the Oracle of Amun, where he was confirmed as God and King of Egypt. We visit the Oracle Temple, the Mountain of the Dead, and the old village. Return to our eco-lodge for dinner. (B, L, D)
Day 4, Siwa | Alexandria
We leave Siwa, driving north through the desert and along the Mediterranean Sea all the way to Alexandria, an important center of learning in the ancient world. Built under the reign of Alexander the Great, Alexandria is the playground for Egypt’s elite with a spirit that is more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern. Our historic hotel overlooks the Mediterranean. Overnight for two nights at the Steigenberger Cecil Hotel. (B, L, D)
Day 5, Alexandria
Visit the National Museum, the Roman Amphitheater, and Pompey’s Pillar. The remainder of the day is free to explore the architecturally stunning Bibliotheca Alexandria, a recently completed modern interpretation of the ancient Bibliotheca Alexandria. It is poised to become as famous an architectural monument as Sydney’s famed Opera House. Here, in addition to the innovative and imaginative buildings, we find extraordinary documents and artifacts. The evening is at leisure and dinner is on your own. (B, L)
Day 6, Alexandria- Cairo
This morning is leisurely for a walk by the sea like the Alexandrians. Around noon we check out and drive to Cairo where we check at Le Meridian Cairo Airport. (B, L, D)
COST PER PERSON IN DOUBLE OCCUPANCY: $1,450 - click here.
COST PER PERSON IN SINGLE OCCUPANCY: $2,385 - this checkout page.
INCLUDED IN COST:
- 6 Nights’ Accommodations.
- 1-night accommodation at Le Merdian airport on B.B
- 3 nights’ accommodation at Ecolodge on FB or similar
- 2 nights’ accommodation at Cecil Alexandria Hotel on H.B
- All meals.
- Airport transfers.
- All excursions as indicated in the itinerary and transportation as per the itinerary.
- Gratuities to drivers, porters, guides waiters for included meals and hotel staff.
- Service of professional Egyptologist.
Refund Policy:
*Due to the intimate nature of this expedition and the limited amount of spaces, your payment is non-refundable.
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