Your three-day tour to Siwa Oasis from Siwa will start with a pick-up from your hotel in Siwa in the morning by your guide and driver, and start your tour of the oasis. You will visit the Temple of the Oracle, where Alexander the Great consulted the god Amun in 331 BC. You will see the remains of the temple, the sacred well, and the rock inscriptions of the Pharaohs. Your guide will explain the history and the significance of this remarkable site, and you will have some free time to take photos and explore the area.
Next, you will visit the Mountain of the Dead, a hill with hundreds of rock-cut tombs dating back to the 26th Dynasty and the Ptolemaic era. You will see some of the tombs with colorful paintings and inscriptions, such as the Tomb of Si Amun and the Tomb of the Crocodile. Your guide will tell you the stories and the secrets of the people who were buried here, and you will have some free time to take photos and explore the area.
Then, you will head to the Cleopatra Spring, a natural pool fed by a hot spring, where you can take a refreshing dip. You will also enjoy the contrast between the hot and cold springs of Bir Wahed and relax in the shade of the palm trees. Your guide will tell you about the history and the culture of the Siwan people, who have lived in harmony with nature for centuries.
You will have lunch at a local restaurant, and then continue to the Salt Lakes, where you can float on the water and see the reflection of the sky. You will also enjoy the beauty and diversity of the desert, and take some amazing photos. Your guide will tell you about the geology and the ecology of this unique place, and you will have some free time to enjoy the scenery.
In the evening, you will visit Fatnas Spring, a palm-fringed pool with a stunning view of the sunset. You will also see the Siwa House, a traditional mud-brick house that showcases the local architecture and handicrafts. You will have some free time to take photos and enjoy the view.
After that, you will go to the Siwa Market, where you can taste the local cuisine and shop for souvenirs. You will find a variety of goods, such as spices, perfumes, jewelry, and handicrafts. You will also enjoy the lively atmosphere and the authentic architecture of this historic place. You will have dinner at a restaurant in the market, and then return to your hotel for a good night’s sleep.