7 days in Matrouh Governorate Itinerary

Step off the beaten path and head to Temple of Umm Ubayd and Graeco-Roman Tombs. Do some cultural sightseeing at The Traditional Siwa House and Mountain of the Dead.

To find ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Siwa itinerary planner.

Cairo to Siwa is an approximately 9.5-hour car ride. You can also do a combination of flight and taxi. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Tue) so you can go by car to Mersa Matruh.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Wed): stop by Souq Libya and then enjoy the sand and surf at Almaza Bay. Here are some ideas for day two: relax and rejuvenate at Mividaspa at Almaza Bay, make a trip to Salt Cave Salman, and then get into the urban bustle at Marsa Matruh.

For other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, read our Mersa Matruh trip itinerary maker app.

Traveling by car from Siwa to Mersa Matruh takes 4.5 hours. In July in Mersa Matruh, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 26°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) so you can go by car to El Alamein.

On the 15th (Fri), explore the different monuments and memorials at El Alamein War Cemetery and then steep yourself in history at Deutsche Kriegsgraeberstatte.

For traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the El Alamein online day trip planner.

You can drive from Mersa Matruh to El Alamein in 2.5 hours. Another option is to take a train. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in July, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Fri) so you can fly back home.