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EXPLORE THE SIWA OASIS
Day 1 London to Cairo
Cairo to Alexandria – 204kms
Fly non-stop with Egypt Air to Cairo. On arrival depart with your
driver for Alexandria – approximately a three hour drive –
and check in to the Sofitel Cecil Hotel with its expansive views of
the Mediterranean.
Day 2 Alexandria
Today tour the city and stroll through the intriguing Montazah Palace
Gardens. See the underground Catacombs of Kom el-Shuga, the citadel
of Bey and nearby Pompey's Pillar and the famous integrated cultural
complex The Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
Day 3 Alexandria to Siwa Oasis – 450kms
Drive into the desert to El Alamein, scene of one of the decisive
battles of World War II and a visit to the Allied War Cemetery. Stop
for lunch on the coast (lunch boxes will be provided by the Sofitel
Cecil Hotel upon check-out) before driving on through the varied desert
scenery until you arrive at the oasis enclave of Siwa. Here, the unique
Adrere Amellal Ecolodge which will be your base for the next three
nights.
Day 4 Siwa Oasis
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Day 5 Siwa Oasis
Over the next two days visit the main sites including the El Gabel
tombs on the Mount of the Dead complete with mummies from 250 BC,
the medieval Shali Citadel and the 2,700 year old Temple of Amun,
once visited by Alexander the Great.
Day 6 Siwa to Cairo – 800kms
Today it will be a full day’s drive back to Cairo. The drive
will take approximately ten hours. On your arrival in Cairo continue
onto the Cairo Marriott Hotel where you will stay for the next for
two nights
Day 7 Cairo
At leisure to relax by the pool of your hotel or our local representative
can suggest optional sightseeing of Cairo should you prefer to explore
the city.
Day 8 Cairo to London Heathrow
In the afternoon transfer by car to the airport for your return Egypt
Air flight to London.
STAYING ON
Extend your stay at the beautiful Old Winter Palace Hotel in Luxor to visit the world famous sites at Karnak, the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens. Comfortably fitted into two extra days, Luxor is linked to the capital Cairo by a daily direct flight or overnight train.
Quintessentially Egyptian, experience a Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan. Options abound from a short three night cruise all of the way up to a longer six night option. For further information on our suggested cruises please click here.
Relax after your tour in Egypt with an extended stay in one of the countries excellent beach hotels. One option would be to from Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh for few days relaxing by the Red Sea at either the Four Seasons Hotel, Hyatt Regency or Ritz Carlton
Planning your journey: We can design a unique journey to suit you as our tours are totally tailor made. By combining your own ideas with our knowledge and experience we can help you to create your own journey tailored exactly to your requirements Once you have formulated your ideas, or if you require some general or specific advice, please call us on 01892 515966 or simply send your ideas to pettitts@btconnect.com. On receipt of your enquiry we will provide you with a full written quotation together with our suggestions and recommendations.
A Guide to Price – EXPLORE THE SIWA OASIS
Prices vary according to selected airlines, hotels and season, however, an indication to the current cost of this itinerary is from £2,750. All prices are per person and are based on a minimum of TWO persons travelling together and sharing a twin bedded room with meals as indicated. If you wish to travel alone we will be pleased to assist you with your arrangements and can provide a proposal on request.
Note: Meal Basis (N) = No Meal; (B) = Breakfast; (L) = Lunch; (D) = Dinner
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