6-Day Cairo & Siwa New Year Under the Stars 2026/27
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This Siwa New Year Tour combines Cairo’s essential sights with a private oasis journey and New Year’s Eve beneath the desert sky.
Leave Cairo’s pyramids behind and welcome the New Year in one of Egypt’s most peaceful desert oases. This private 6-day journey combines Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum with Siwa’s salt lakes, palm groves, ancient oracle and the towering dunes of the Great Sand Sea.
On New Year’s Eve, trade the hotel ballroom for a lantern-lit desert setting with sandboarding, a festive dinner, local hospitality, stargazing and a midnight countdown beneath the open sky.
Your accommodation, private transport, standard sightseeing tickets and confirmed festive arrangements are agreed in writing before payment.
No hidden mandatory New Year supplement after booking.
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New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to mean a crowded hotel ballroom.
This 6-day Cairo and Siwa New Year tour is built for travelers who want Egypt’s headline ancient sights but also want to finish the year somewhere that feels completely removed from city noise.
The journey begins in Cairo.
After arrival and a comfortable first night, your first full day brings together the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum.
Giza currently operates from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, while GEM requires advance timed-entry booking and its galleries currently operate from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on most days, with extended hours on Wednesday and Saturday. Standard foreign-adult admission is currently EGP 700 at Giza and EGP 1,590 at GEM; all current official values are rechecked before travel.
Day 3 changes the pace completely.
Leave Cairo early and travel west toward Egypt’s Mediterranean coast before continuing inland to Siwa.
The drive is long.
We don’t hide that.
From central Cairo, travelers should realistically allow roughly 9–11 hours with sensible comfort stops, with comfortable planned stops; your pickup time is coordinated for a smooth journey.
That long journey is exactly why Siwa feels so different when you arrive.
The official Experience Egypt portal describes Siwa as Egypt’s remote desert sanctuary, known for palm and olive groves, salt lakes, natural springs, archaeological remains and access to the Great Sand Sea.
Your first Siwa evening is intentionally quiet.
Check in.
Eat.
Rest.
A gentle Shali viewpoint walk can be added if your group wants it, while the core arrival day remains relaxed after the long road journey.
December 31 is the heart of the journey.
After breakfast, switch from the road vehicle to a locally prepared 4×4 and head toward the Great Sand Sea along the authorized route arranged in advance by our local Siwa team.
The Great Sand Sea isn’t a decorative background.
It is the experience.
High dunes.
Open horizons.
Sandboarding.
Desert tea.
Selected spring stops where currently accessible.
Sunset over the dunes.
Then the pace slows.
Your group settles into the confirmed festive desert venue or serviced authorized camp.
Lanterns replace city lights.
Dinner is served.
Tea and coffee stay warm.
The sky gets darker.
And the final hours of 2026 are spent outside instead of underneath a ballroom ceiling.
Your New Year’s Eve package includes:
A confirmed festive dinner.
Private or specially prepared seating for your party.
Lantern-lit atmosphere.
Midnight countdown.
Bedouin / Siwan hospitality.
Stargazing under the Siwa desert sky.
Confirmed local music or percussion within the festive setup.
The package includes a polished festive countdown and desert atmosphere.
Siwa sits within a protected desert environment, and activities and deep-desert routes must respect the current environmental and access framework.
Any licensed fireworks, cold-spark or visual-light element provided by the selected venue is listed clearly in the final schedule.
Your confirmation clearly lists every included festive element:
we don’t promise it.
January 1 is deliberately slower.
That’s another point that separates this itinerary from rushed packages.
After a late night, you do not wake at 5:00 AM for another nine-hour tour.
Enjoy breakfast and begin a relaxed Siwa day covering the oasis rather than the open desert.
Walk through Shali Fortress.
Explore the historic Oracle of Amun.
Stop at Cleopatra’s Spring.
Float in a selected Siwa salt lake chosen by the local team for comfortable access.
Then finish New Year’s Day at Fatnas or another suitable oasis sunset viewpoint.
Siwa’s bright salt pools are spectacular but they’re not managed swimming pools. Our current visitor guidance recommends using a locally selected accessible pool, avoiding the water with open cuts, wearing water shoes and carrying fresh rinse water because salt concentration is extremely high and crystal edges can be sharp.
The final morning begins with breakfast before the private road journey back to Cairo.
Because the drive is long, plan your international departure for the following day or let Ahmed coordinate a comfortable same-day connection.
This package works particularly well for:
- Couples who want a New Year’s Eve that feels intimate rather than nightclub-focused.
- Friends who want 4×4, dunes and sandboarding as part of the celebration.
- Repeat Egypt travelers who have already seen Luxor or the Nile and want a completely different landscape.
- Photographers who want salt lakes, palms, dunes, sunsets and night skies.
- First-time visitors who want the Pyramids but don’t want the entire trip to remain a classical sightseeing circuit.
- Families with older children or teenagers who enjoy road trips and outdoor experiences.
- Solo travelers who value private logistics but still want a meaningful festive atmosphere.
The journey is private for your confirmed party unless a specific local activity must use a shared public facility.
We do not intentionally merge your private road transport, Cairo sightseeing or desert service plan with unrelated guests.
Know Your New Year’s Eve Before You Pay
- Exact Cairo hotel confirmed.
- Exact Siwa accommodation confirmed.
- Exact December 31 sleeping arrangement confirmed.
- Exact Great Sand Sea route checked.
- Festive dinner included.
- Clear festive countdown and visual program.
- Private Cairo–Siwa transport.
- Prepared local 4×4.
- No compulsory shopping stops.
- No hidden mandatory New Year surcharge after written confirmation.
Six Days. Three Completely Different Egypts.
Cairo
Pyramids, Sphinx and GEM.
Siwa Oasis
Salt lakes, palms, ancient heritage and Fatnas sunset.
Great Sand Sea
4×4 dunes, sandboarding and New Year’s Eve beneath the stars.
28 December 2026 – 2 January 2027
Monday, December 28
Cairo Arrival
Tuesday, December 29
Giza Pyramids & GEM
Wednesday, December 30
Cairo to Siwa
Thursday, December 31
Great Sand Sea & New Year’s Eve
Friday, January 1
Slow Siwa New Year’s Day
Saturday, January 2
Siwa to Cairo
New Year 2026/27 Pricing
| Private Party | Rate |
|---|---|
| 1 Guest | $1,795 total |
| 2 Guests | $1,295 per person |
| 3–4 Guests | $1,195 per person |
| 5–8 Guests | $1,095 per person |
5 Nights • Giza & GEM • Private Cairo–Siwa Transport • Oasis Touring • Great Sand Sea 4×4 • Festive New Year’s Eve Dinner
The published rate applies to the featured 28 December 2026 – 2 January 2027 festive departure and the confirmed base accommodation category. Any upgrade is quoted before booking. The published rate already includes the listed New Year arrangements, with no surprise mandatory festive charge later.
Where Will We Stay?
Nights 1 & 2 — Cairo / Giza
Selected comfort-category hotel.
Breakfast included.
5-Star Upgrade
Available according to actual festive inventory.
Your selected Cairo hotel, Siwa property and room category are listed clearly in the written confirmation.
Night 3 — Siwa Oasis
Selected Siwa eco-lodge, guesthouse or comfort accommodation.
Exact property and room type confirmed before payment.
Night 4 — December 31
Private serviced festive desert camp / approved permitted New Year’s venue.
Egypt Safari Travel arranges the required access, local operations and festive setup in advance.
The written confirmation may include:
- Clean sleeping arrangement
- Bedding
- Toilets / wash arrangement appropriate to venue
- Festive dinner
- Warm drinks
- Lantern-lit seating
- Countdown setup
Non-Camping / Comfort Option
Return-to-Eco-Lodge Upgrade / Alternative
Participate in the New Year’s Eve desert experience, then return comfortably to your confirmed Siwa accommodation with the local team.
Night 5 — Siwa Oasis
Selected Siwa accommodation.
This keeps New Year’s Day relaxed rather than forcing a long Cairo return immediately after the celebration.
Your selected Cairo hotel, Siwa accommodation and New Year’s Eve sleeping setup are listed clearly before payment and remain part of the confirmed booking.
Salt Lakes, Heritage & Oasis Sunset
New Year’s Day is deliberately slower.
The experience focuses on the oasis rather than another full desert expedition.
The intended sightseeing includes:
- Shali Fortress
- Oracle of Amun
- Cleopatra’s Spring
- Selected accessible Siwa salt lake / pool
- Fatnas sunset or a suitable alternative oasis viewpoint
Your local team selects a suitable salt-lake location for a comfortable, enjoyable floating experience.
Floating in the Siwa Salt Lakes
The salt-lake experience is included and coordinated by the local team.
Guests should:
- Avoid entering with open cuts
- Avoid the water immediately after shaving
- Keep water away from eyes and mouth
- Wear water shoes
- Float rather than dive
- Rinse with fresh water afterward
- Use the pool selected locally for current access
The local team handles access and selects the best suitable salt-lake location for your visit.
December 31 — New Year Under the Stars
The confirmed package is designed around:
- Great Sand Sea authorized desert route
- Prepared 4×4
- Sandboarding
- Desert tea
- Selected natural-spring stop coordinated by the local team
- Sunset in the desert
- Lantern-lit festive seating
- New Year’s Eve dinner
- Bedouin / Siwan hospitality
- Hot drinks
- Festive dessert
- Midnight countdown
- Stargazing under the desert sky
- Confirmed local music / percussion
Your Complete Festive Setup Is Arranged in Advance
- DJ
- Full band
- Belly dancing
- Tanoura show
- Alcohol
- Santa
- Large party
- One specific desert campsite
- One specific spring
- Bir Wahed unless currently accessible
Your written confirmation presents the complete program, selected accommodation and every included festive element in one clear place.
Festive Visual Program
The package includes a festive dinner, lantern atmosphere and midnight countdown.
The priority is a legal, safe New Year’s Eve in an environmentally sensitive desert region.
Any licensed fireworks, cold-spark or visual-light element provided by the selected venue is listed clearly in your final schedule.
Otherwise the celebration remains:
Dinner + Lanterns + Music / Ambience + Countdown + Stars.
Make the Journey Your Own
1. Great Pyramid Interior
Separate official ticket.
Requested before the Cairo sightseeing day.
Current foreign-adult ticket is EGP 1,000 and requires the standard Giza area ticket; official pricing is rechecked before booking.
2. Camel Ride at Giza
Short optional panoramic experience.
Never mandatory.
3. Cairo 5-Star Hotel Upgrade
The exact upgrade price is stated clearly in your quote.
4. Premium Siwa Eco-Lodge Upgrade
Your selected upgrade and price are confirmed clearly in the quote.
No invented property names.
5. Non-Camping New Year’s Night
Participate in the festive desert experience, then return to confirmed Siwa accommodation.
The local team coordinates the safe, comfortable return after the celebration.
6. Professional Photographer
Available with a named professional photographer and clear quoted price.
7. Extra Cairo Night
Recommended for international travelers arriving before December 28 or flying after January 2.
8. Alexandria / Mediterranean Extension
Possible before or after the package.
Not squeezed into the 6-day core journey.
9. Extra Slow Siwa Day
For photographers and travelers who don’t want to leave Siwa after only three nights.
Families Are Welcome
This New Year package is best suited to families whose children are comfortable with longer road journeys and outdoor activities.
It can work especially well for:
- Older children
- Teenagers
- Children who enjoy outdoor activities
- Families who are comfortable with a long road journey
Family Pricing
Reduced family pricing depends on children’s exact ages, official ticket categories, room configuration and the confirmed New Year accommodation setup. Send the children’s ages for the correct private quote.
Family Options
- Child-friendly meals
- Gentler 4×4 driving
- Skip sandboarding
- Non-camping accommodation
- Earlier child-friendly dinner / countdown atmosphere
- Car seat arranged in advance
- Suitable family room arrangement confirmed for your party
Mobility & Comfort
Siwa can work for many travelers, but mobility needs should be discussed before booking.
Cairo
Giza involves uneven archaeological surfaces.
GEM is much more accessibility-friendly and currently provides wheelchairs, elevators, accessible restrooms and seating.
Siwa
Potential challenges include:
- Getting in and out of a 4×4
- Sand
- Uneven heritage sites
- Salt-lake edges
- Basic desert-camp access
- The long Cairo–Siwa road journey
Tell Ahmed about mobility needs before booking. We will check the vehicle, accommodation, New Year’s venue and sightseeing route before you pay rather than assume every desert setup is suitable.
Meals & Special Requirements
We can request:
- Vegetarian meals
- Vegan meals
- Gluten-free meals
- Food-allergy arrangements
- Child-friendly meals
Share dietary requirements in advance and our team coordinates them with every hotel and festive dinner provider.
What Is Siwa Like at New Year?
Late December and early January are among the more comfortable periods for daytime desert exploration.
Nighttime is different.
Desert nights can become cold, particularly after sunset and during an outdoor New Year’s Eve. Bring warm layers, a jacket and closed shoes even if daytime weather feels comfortable.
No future temperature is guaranteed.
The desert setting is selected to give your group a beautiful open-sky stargazing atmosphere.
This Is Not a Short Transfer
Cairo to Siwa is roughly 740–760 km by road depending on route and pickup point.
A private transfer should realistically allow around 9–11 hours including comfort stops, with comfortable planned stops and coordinated pickup timing.
We do not hide the drive.
The road is part of the journey.
Check First — Pay After We Confirm the Real Setup
- Guest sends request.
- We confirm Cairo hotel.
- We confirm Siwa accommodation.
- We confirm private Cairo–Siwa vehicle.
- We confirm local Siwa team.
- We arrange Great Sand Sea access and required permits.
- We confirm December 31 venue / camp.
- We confirm exact festive dinner and countdown setup.
- We confirm room configuration.
- We confirm final price.
- We send written confirmation.
- Deposit is requested.
Deposit & Final Balance
Recommended Base Deposit
25% after written confirmation.
Your written quotation shows one clear deposit schedule covering the selected New Year accommodation and desert services.
Recommended Final Balance
45 days before arrival, with the exact due date stated in your confirmation.
New Year Cancellation Terms
Festive-period accommodation and desert services can have stricter cancellation terms than normal-season Siwa travel.
Before any deposit is taken, your written confirmation will state the exact refundable and non-refundable amounts, supplier deadlines and transfer options that apply to your booking.
No undisclosed cancellation condition is added after payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What dates does the 6-Day Siwa New Year tour run?
The featured departure runs from December 28, 2026 to January 2, 2027.
Is this a private tour?
Yes. Cairo sightseeing, main road transport and the planned Siwa service are arranged for your confirmed party and are not intentionally combined with unrelated guests.
How many nights are included?
Five nights.
The intended base structure is two nights in Cairo/Giza, two nights in Siwa accommodation and one New Year’s Eve desert / approved festive accommodation night.
The final sleeping arrangement is confirmed before payment.
Where do we stay in Cairo?
A selected comfort-category Cairo/Giza hotel.
The exact hotel and room category are confirmed before payment.
Where do we stay in Siwa?
A selected Siwa eco-lodge, guesthouse or comfort accommodation, plus the confirmed New Year’s Eve setup.
Your selected Siwa lodge and room category are stated clearly before payment.
Do we have to camp on New Year’s Eve?
No.
A comfortable non-camping / return-to-lodge option can be arranged on request.
Tell us your preference before booking.
Is the New Year’s Eve dinner included?
Yes.
The confirmed festive dinner is included in the package.
Is the New Year countdown included?
Yes.
What festive visual program is included?
The package includes the festive dinner, lantern atmosphere and midnight countdown; any licensed visual display offered by the selected venue is detailed in the final schedule.
Any licensed fireworks, cold-spark or visual-light element provided by the venue is listed clearly in your confirmation.
How is the desert celebration arranged?
Egypt Safari Travel selects an approved festive venue and coordinates the local team, dinner, countdown, transport and all required arrangements in advance.
What happens on New Year’s Eve?
The intended experience includes a Great Sand Sea 4×4 safari, dunes, sandboarding, desert hospitality, sunset, a lantern-lit festive dinner, midnight countdown and stargazing under the open desert sky.
The authorized route and selected venue are listed clearly before payment.
Is sandboarding included?
Yes.
Participation is optional.
Is the Great Sand Sea included?
Yes. The local team coordinates the authorized Great Sand Sea route in advance.
Is Bir Wahed included?
Not automatically.
A suitable natural-spring stop is coordinated within the authorized route by the local team.
Do we visit the Siwa salt lakes?
Yes, at a selected currently accessible location.
Can we swim in the salt lakes?
Visitors can usually float in selected salt pools, but the local team must choose a currently suitable and accessible area.
Guests should not enter with cuts and should keep the water away from their eyes.
Is Cleopatra Spring included?
Yes.
Is Fatnas included?
Yes. The local team selects a beautiful sunset viewpoint within the arranged route.
Do we visit Shali Fortress?
Yes.
Do we visit the Oracle of Amun?
Yes.
Is the Mountain of the Dead included?
It is not a guaranteed core stop in this six-day version because January 1 is deliberately paced more slowly after New Year’s Eve.
It can be added as an optional relaxed stop when your group would enjoy it.
Are the Giza Pyramids included?
Yes.
Standard Giza Plateau admission is included.
Is GEM included?
Yes.
Standard Grand Egyptian Museum admission and timed-entry coordination are included.
Is Great Pyramid interior included?
No.
It requires a separate official ticket and is optional.
Is a camel ride included at Giza?
No.
It can be arranged as an optional experience.
How long is the drive from Cairo to Siwa?
The route is roughly 740–760 km depending on pickup point and route.
Private road travel commonly requires around 9–11 hours including sensible stops, with comfortable planned stops and coordinated pickup timing.
Is the long drive worth it?
If you’re genuinely interested in Siwa, yes.
The distance is exactly why the oasis feels different from Cairo, Fayoum or the Nile Valley.
Travelers with very limited time may prefer Fayoum instead.
Is the package suitable for children?
It can be excellent for older children and teenagers who tolerate long road trips and enjoy outdoor activities.
For younger children, discuss the driving time and New Year’s Eve sleeping setup with Ahmed before booking.
Do children get reduced prices?
Family rates depend on children’s ages, ticket categories, rooms and the confirmed festive setup.
Send the exact ages for a quote.
Is this suitable for older travelers?
Potentially, but the long road journey, 4×4 access, sand and uneven heritage sites need consideration.
Send mobility needs before booking.
Can you provide vegetarian food?
Yes, with advance notice.
Can you provide vegan meals?
Yes. Share dietary needs in advance and our team coordinates them with each accommodation and festive provider.
What should we wear for New Year’s Eve?
Bring warm layers.
Even when daytime desert weather is comfortable, late-December nights can feel cold.
Is New Year’s Eve a large party?
No.
The core product is designed around a private or small-scale desert atmosphere, not a mass nightclub event.
Will there be music?
Confirmed local music or percussion is included in the festive setup.
We do not promise a full band or DJ unless stated in writing.
Is alcohol included?
No.
Can alcohol be requested?
The selected accommodation or venue provides the confirmed family arrangement listed in your booking.
It is not part of the standard package.
Are all entrance tickets included?
Standard admissions for the listed core Cairo attractions are included.
Siwa local site admissions connected to the final confirmed itinerary are handled according to the written package.
Are shopping stops included?
No compulsory shopping stops.
Can we buy Siwan crafts?
Of course, during appropriate free or local time if you want to.
Shopping is optional.
Can we stay longer in Siwa?
Yes.
Adding one or more nights is particularly suitable for photographers and slow travelers.
Can we visit Alexandria too?
Yes, but we recommend adding it before or after the six-day package rather than squeezing it into these dates.
Can we fly to Siwa instead of driving?
Flight or charter availability can change by season.
The base package is priced around the private road journey.
If a reliable operating flight exists for your date, we can quote it separately rather than promise a flight schedule months ahead.
Can we fly home on January 2?
We strongly prefer international departure on January 3 because of the long drive from Siwa.
If your flight is January 2, send the exact departure time before booking.
Is January a good time for Siwa?
Winter is one of the more comfortable seasons for desert sightseeing, although nights can be cold.
Is stargazing guaranteed?
No.
We provide the desert setting, but clouds and atmospheric conditions are outside anyone’s control.
How much does the tour cost?
The recommended festive rates currently begin from $1,095 per adult for parties of 5–8.
Smaller private parties have higher per-person pricing because long-distance transport, guiding and festive logistics are shared among fewer travelers.
Are there hidden New Year supplements?
No mandatory festive supplement should appear after your written confirmation.
Any New Year accommodation or venue cost must be part of the price you approve before payment.
How much is the deposit?
Our recommended base deposit is 25%, but a confirmed festive accommodation supplier may require a different deposit.
The exact amount is shown before you pay.
What is the cancellation policy?
Because festive hotels and desert providers can have different New Year terms, the exact cancellation schedule is provided with your written confirmation before the deposit.
What if Great Sand Sea access changes?
We do not take a deep-desert route for granted.
Current access and permits are rechecked for your travel date.
If a major route change materially affects the promised package, it is discussed with you before confirmation or handled according to your written booking terms.
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Useful Egypt Safari Travel Guides
Planning References
- Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities — Giza Plateau
- Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities — Great Pyramid
- Grand Egyptian Museum — Official Ticketing
- Experience Egypt — Siwa Oasis
- Egyptian Environmental Affairs Agency — Siwa Protected Area Documentation
- Egypt Safari Travel — Siwa Oasis Travel Guide
- Egypt Safari Travel — Siwa Salt Lakes Guide
- Egypt Safari Travel — Cleopatra Spring Guide
Opening hours, ticket prices, road conditions, desert access, permits, accommodation inventory, festive venue arrangements and local activity access can change. Operational details are checked again before final written confirmation.
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Included/Exclude
- 5 nights in the confirmed Cairo/Giza and Siwa accommodation plan
- Private A/C Cairo–Siwa–Cairo transport, airport transfers and professional drivers
- Licensed private Egyptologist with standard Giza Plateau and GEM timed-entry tickets
- Private Siwa sightseeing including Shali, the Oracle, Cleopatra’s Spring, salt lakes and Fatnas
- Authorized Great Sand Sea 4×4 route, required permits, sandboarding and spring stop
- Confirmed New Year festive dinner, lantern setup, music, countdown and stargazing experience
- Listed meals, bottled water, taxes, tour service charges and no compulsory shopping stops
- International flights and Egypt entry visa
- Personal expenses and services or activities not listed in the confirmed program
- Optional gratuities (tips)
Tour Plan
Day 1 — December 28: Welcome to Cairo
Arrive at Cairo International Airport. An Egypt Safari Travel representative meets you according to the confirmed arrival arrangement, followed by a private transfer to your selected Cairo or Giza hotel.
Check-In
Settle in and recover from your international journey. Arrival day is intentionally light; we do not follow a long-haul flight with compulsory sightseeing.
Easy Evening
If your flight arrives early and you still have energy, an optional easy Cairo evening can be suggested, such as a Nile-side dinner, Al-Muizz Street, Khan El-Khalili or a relaxed Cairo walk. None is forced into the base package because arrival times vary.
Accommodation: Selected Cairo / Giza hotel.
Meals: According to confirmed hotel arrangement.
Day 2 — December 29: Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Grand Egyptian Museum
After breakfast, meet your private licensed Egyptologist and driver.
Giza Plateau
Explore the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Pyramid of Khafre, Pyramid of Menkaure, panoramic viewpoint, Great Sphinx and Valley Temple. Standard Giza Plateau admission is included.
Optional Great Pyramid Interior
The optional Great Pyramid interior ticket can be added on request at the current official rate.
Egyptian Lunch
Enjoy lunch at a selected local restaurant. Vegetarian and dietary requirements are arranged in advance.
Grand Egyptian Museum
Continue to GEM using the confirmed timed-entry slot. Standard admission is included; explore the major areas according to current museum operation.
Return to Hotel
Return privately to your Cairo/Giza hotel and rest before the long road west.
Accommodation: Cairo / Giza.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
Day 3 — December 30: Cairo to Siwa Oasis
After breakfast, begin the private road journey west in a modern A/C vehicle with planned comfort stops. The route typically continues toward Egypt's north coast before turning south toward Siwa; the exact route may change with road conditions and official instructions.
Comfort Stop / Lunch
Stop en route for a proper break. Lunch is included according to the confirmed route plan.
Continue to Siwa
Arrive in the late afternoon or evening depending on road conditions and check in to the confirmed Siwa eco-lodge, guesthouse or comfort accommodation.
Optional Only if Practical
A gentle Shali viewpoint walk is available as an optional relaxed arrival activity if your group would enjoy it.
Accommodation: Selected Siwa accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 4 — December 31: Great Sand Sea Safari & New Year Under the Stars
After breakfast, change into a prepared local 4x4 and travel toward the Great Sand Sea under the route currently permitted for your date.
Great Sand Sea 4x4 Safari
Drive through selected dune corridors with an experienced local desert driver. The route depends on access, permits, sand conditions, weather, security instructions and protected-area requirements.
High Dunes & Sandboarding
Stop at suitable panoramic dunes for walking, photography and the included optional sandboarding experience. No experience is required and participation is never forced.
Desert Lunch, Spring & Tea
Enjoy lunch, tea and local hospitality, including a suitable natural-spring stop selected within the authorized route by the local team.
Sunset & New Year's Eve
Finish the active safari around sunset, then transfer to the confirmed permitted festive camp, desert-edge venue or approved serviced setup. The exact location is written into the booking confirmation.
A festive dinner, lantern-lit seating, local hospitality, warm drinks, cultural music, midnight countdown and stargazing under the desert sky are included. Any licensed visual display offered by the selected venue is listed clearly in the final schedule.
Overnight: Private serviced festive desert accommodation / approved venue setup, or the agreed non-camping return to Siwa.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and New Year's Eve festive dinner.
Day 5 — January 1: Slow New Year's Day in Siwa
Begin later after the midnight celebration. There is no sunrise alarm.
Shali Fortress
Explore Siwa's historic heart, its restored passages and viewpoints at a relaxed pace.
Oracle of Amun
Visit the Temple of the Oracle at Aghurmi, historically associated with Alexander the Great's visit to Siwa.
Cleopatra's Spring
Stop at the famous circular natural spring. Swimming is optional; the name is traditional and there is no reliable evidence Cleopatra VII personally bathed here.
Siwa Salt Lakes
Visit a currently accessible selected salt lake or pool. Safety comes before the photograph. Fresh rinse water is carried, and guests should avoid open cuts, protect eyes, wear water shoes, never dive and rinse afterward.
Fatnas Sunset
End New Year's Day at Fatnas or another suitable oasis viewpoint for tea and sunset over the lake and palms.
Accommodation: Selected Siwa accommodation.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 6 — January 2: Siwa to Cairo
After breakfast and check-out, begin the private return journey to Cairo with planned comfort stops and lunch. Exact stops depend on traffic, route, group needs and opening conditions.
Cairo Arrival
Drop-off is available at a Cairo hotel, Giza hotel, or Cairo Airport only when the flight timing is realistically compatible.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch.
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