Egyptian Adventure

In ancient Egypt Alexandria was one of the most famous cities in the world, founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC and home to Cleopatra. It was Egypt’s capital for almost a thousand years, and is the largest port in the country. It is known as ‘The Pearl of the Mediterranean’, and with its location and history, a major tourist destination. The ambience and cultural heritage distance it from the rest of Egypt, although it is only 225kms from Cairo.

Please note: Tours are private and can be tailor-made.

In ancient Egypt Alexandria was one of the most famous cities in the world, founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC and home to Cleopatra. It was Egypt’s capital for almost a thousand years, and is the largest port in the country. It is known as ‘The Pearl of the Mediterranean’, and with its location and history, a major tourist destination. The ambience and cultural heritage distance it from the rest of Egypt, although it is only 225kms from Cairo.

In Cairo travel through time to an ancient civilization while enjoying the comforts of a truly cosmopolitan city. The skyline mixes minarets and palm trees with art deco buildings and modern architecture and is regarded as one of the friendliest cities in the world.

Day 1: Alexandria

On arrival you will be met and transferred to the Sheraton Montazah Hotel for overnight.

Day 2: Alexandria

Today enjoy a privately guided full day tour with your Egyptologist to the Catacombs of Kom el-Shouqafa, ancient tombs tunnelled in the second century AD, followed by a visit to the National Museum located in a restored palace. After lunch at a traditional restaurant, the tour continues to the Citadel, Ancient Library and beautiful Gardens and Villa of Antoniadis. Overnight: Sheraton Montazah Hotel. (BL)

Day 3: Alexandria to Siwa Oasis

This morning you will travel towards Siwa, passing through El Alamein with a visit to the WW11 Museum and War memorial. Lunch is taken in Marsa Matrough in a local fish restaurant, before continuing to Siwa Oasis. Overnight at Siwa Shali Resort. (BLD)

Day 4: Siwa Oasis

This morning guided tour will include visits to the old city, the tombs of Gabal el Mawta, the Temple of Oracles, visited by Alexander the Great and Cleopatra’s Spring. After lunch at a local restaurant drive out into the desert before returning to the hotel for dinner and overnight. (BLD)

Day 5: Siwa Oasis to Cairo

This morning after breakfast you will journey by road to Cairo and overnight at the Mena House Oberoi Hotel. (B)

Day 6: Cairo

Today enjoy a privately guided full day tour with your Egyptologist to the Pyramids, Sphinx and Egyptian Museum. Lunch will be taken at a traditional restaurant. Overnight: Mena House Oberoi Hotel. (BL)

Day 7: Cairo

Departure transfer to the airport. (B)

Inclusions:

• Transfers
• 6 nights accommodation
• Breakfast only in Alexandria and Cairo
• All meals in Siwa Oasis
• Privately guided sightseeing in Cairo and Alexandria with lunch
• Scheduled sightseeing in Siwa Oasis