Siwa Excursions from Alexandria
Siwa Oasis 3-Day Private Tour from Alexandria
This 3-day Siwa Oasis tour from Alexandria takes you across Egypt’s Western Desert for historic sites, natural springs and a 4x4 drive through the Great Sand Sea. The route covers roughly 738 km and takes about eight hours by road, so organised transport, a private guide and an overnight stay in Siwa make the journey easier than arranging it independently.
The drive includes a stop at El Alamein, where you can learn about the Second World War battles fought in this part of the desert. It breaks up the long westward journey and gives you some historical context before the landscape opens into desert. We keep the pace practical, with time to stretch, take photographs and continue towards Siwa without turning the road section into a rushed sightseeing schedule.
Siwa is shaped by date palms, salt lakes, springs and mud-brick buildings. In the old settlement, you visit The Fortress at Shali, built from local kershef, a mixture of salt, mud and stone. Its weathered walls rise above the oasis, while your guide explains how Siwan families lived inside the fortress and adapted its buildings to the desert climate.
History continues at The temple of the Oracle, the ancient site associated with the oracle of Amun. Alexander the Great is traditionally linked with a visit to this temple, while the site itself is also worth seeing for its setting and surviving details. At Gebel Al Mawta, the Mountain of the Dead, you see rock-cut tombs with painted scenes and inscriptions. The visit includes uneven ground and some steps, so it is best taken at a steady pace.
Cleopatra’s Bath changes the pace of the day. The natural spring is surrounded by palms and makes a popular place to pause after the archaeological sites. Bring swimwear if you may want to enter the water, and follow local guidance around the spring. Conditions and access can vary, so our team will advise you on the day.
The desert excursion is the most active part of the tour. A 4x4 vehicle carries you across the dunes and open sand of the Great Sand Sea, with breaks for photographs and time to take in the wide, quiet landscape. Travellers who want an adventure trip in Egypt without camping or carrying equipment may find this format more comfortable. The route still involves long drives and desert conditions, so it suits people who are comfortable with a full sightseeing day and switching between walking and vehicle travel.
We arrange the transport, guide and touring sequence so you can focus on the places rather than navigation, permits or local logistics. Accommodation and meals are handled according to the selected package, while the private format gives you more flexibility to ask questions, take breaks and spend longer at a sight when the schedule allows. Comfortable clothing, sun protection and sturdy shoes will make the archaeological visits easier, especially at Gebel Al Mawta and Shali.
Visits to the listed Siwa Oasis sights
4x4 excursion in the Great Sand Sea
Private tour guide
Accommodation in Siwa according to the selected package
Meals according to the selected package
Stop at El Alamein
Private air-conditioned transport from Alexandria and back
Drinks and extra meals not specified in the selected package
Personal expenses
Any optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Tips for the guide and driver
Entrance fees not stated in the booking details
Any regular medication and personal essentials
Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
Reusable water bottle
Swimwear and a towel for Cleopatra’s Bath
Light, breathable clothing and a warm layer for the evening
Passport or identification document
Hat, sunglasses and high-factor sunscreen
The 3-day Siwa Oasis tour from Alexandria includes private transfers, a private tour guide, sightseeing in El Alamein and Siwa Oasis, and a 4x4 outing into The Great Sand Sea, with visits to the main sites listed in the itinerary.
Accommodation, meals, entrance fees and any optional activities depend on the selected package, so our team will confirm these details before you book.
The journey from Alexandria to Siwa Oasis takes about 8 hours by road, so this is a full travel day with sightseeing arranged at a practical pace across the 3-day tour.
We visit El Alamein on the way to Siwa, then explore the oasis over the following days. The exact pickup and rest stops are arranged around your accommodation and travel plans.
We arrange pickup from your accommodation or another agreed location in Alexandria and provide the road transfer to Siwa Oasis with our private tour team.
Because the journey is long, please share your exact pickup point when booking. We will confirm the meeting details, return transfer and drop-off arrangements before the tour starts.
The Siwa Oasis tour can suit children and travellers who are comfortable with a long road journey, but walking around The Fortress at Shali, the temple of the Oracle and Gebel Al Mawta may involve uneven ground, steps or sandy surfaces.
The 4x4 trip in The Great Sand Sea may also feel lively. Tell us about mobility needs, children’s ages or fitness concerns before booking so our team can advise on the route and pace.
Wear comfortable, modest clothing and closed shoes for walking, and bring sun protection, a hat, sunglasses, water, personal medication and a small bag for the 4x4 adventure trip.
Temperatures can change between day and night in the Western Desert, so a light extra layer is useful. Bring your passport or identification if required for your travel arrangements, and follow your guide’s advice around desert areas.
You can request the 3-day Siwa Oasis tour from Alexandria by providing your preferred travel date, pickup location and traveller details; our team will then confirm the arrangements and the applicable booking conditions.
Cancellation terms depend on how far in advance you cancel and on the package arrangements, so check the conditions provided with your booking before confirming. We will also advise whether changes to the date or traveller details are possible.
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If you choose to pay online, a secure payment link can be provided after booking. For assistance or alternative payment options, please contact us via WhatsApp.
All our tour operators are licensed and verified by Egyptian tourism authorities.
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Your Itinerary
Our team collects you from your accommodation in Alexandria and begins the westbound drive towards Siwa. The first stop is El Alamein, where your private guide explains the area’s role in the Second World War. You can visit the war museum and nearby Commonwealth and German cemeteries, depending on opening times and the day’s road conditions. The stop gives context to the coastline before the landscape changes to open desert.
After El Alamein, the drive continues inland towards Siwa Oasis. Allow around eight hours for the full journey, including sightseeing breaks, with time spent on long, quiet stretches of road. Our driver handles the transfer while your guide helps you understand the changing scenery, from the Mediterranean coast to the Western Desert. On arrival, we take you to your accommodation for check-in and a relaxed evening. Keep water, sun protection and a light layer within reach during the transfer, as temperatures can change between the coast and the oasis.
Your main sightseeing day begins in the centre of Siwa with a walk through The Fortress at Shali. Built from salt-and-mudbrick, the old settlement rises above the oasis and gives you a clear view of palm groves, lakes and the surrounding desert. Your guide points out the remaining lanes and explains how local building materials shaped daily life. Wear comfortable shoes, since parts of the site have uneven ground and loose surfaces.
Continue to The temple of the Oracle at Aghurmi, the ancient sanctuary associated with Alexander the Great and the oracle of Amun. The small temple sits on a rocky rise, so the visit includes a short walk and some steps. Later, visit Cleopatra's Bath, a natural stone pool fed by an underground spring. It is a practical stop for seeing how water supports life in Siwa, with time to enjoy the setting without rushing. Your private guide stays with you throughout and arranges the return transfer to your accommodation.
After breakfast, visit Gebel Al Mawta, or the Mountain of the Dead, a limestone hill containing rock-cut tombs from different periods of Siwa’s history. The climb is moderate but the ground is uneven, so take your time and bring closed, comfortable footwear. From the higher points, you can see the oasis palms and the desert beyond. Your guide explains the tomb decoration and the customs connected with these burials.
Next, transfer by 4x4 into The Great Sand Sea, where broad dunes replace the cultivated land around the oasis. This is the part of the route where you make an adventure trip across open desert, with time for photographs and a pause among the dunes. Sand driving depends on local conditions and the route selected by the driver. After the 4x4 experience, begin the long road transfer back to Alexandria. The return journey takes much of the remaining day, so we recommend keeping essentials in your day bag and planning onward arrangements with enough time after arrival.