
Meet Your Host
Melissa Zelaya
Yoga Teacher · Transpersonal Psychotherapist in Training · Depth & Archetype Guide
This is not a traditional wellness retreat. This is an immersive journey through Egypt's symbolic landscape. Within this retreat, you'll explore the archetypes, myths, and wisdom of Ancient Egyptians that continue to speak to the human experience today.
This retreat blends Egypt’s highlights with peaceful escapes, designed to nourish your body and mind. Through visiting the Great Pyramids, archaic temples in Siwa Oasis, group workshops, embodied practices, and archetypal exploration, you are invited to deepen your understanding of yourself and the patterns that shape your life.
This is the perfect getaway for anyone looking to slow down and experience Egypt in a meaningful, balanced way—all while practicing yoga, meditation, and other grounding rituals.
Cairo | Arrival, Check-in & Welcome
☽ All day: Private airport pick-up based on your arrival time, with the Stamps team there to welcome you and support you from the moment you land in Egypt.
⟣ Hotel check-in and welcome briefing, giving you time to settle in, orient yourself, and gently arrive into the retreat experience.
⟁ Free time to rest from the long trip, recover from travel, and ease into the energy of Cairo.
⚘ In the evening, gather for a group dinner at a local restaurant, your first shared meal and an opportunity to begin connecting with the group.
⭒ Overnight at Hyatt Centric Cairo West, your Cairo base near the Giza Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Cairo to Siwa | Pyramids, GEM & The Journey Inward
☽ Early session with Melissa, opening the first full day with presence, movement, reflection, and intention.
⟣ Breakfast at the hotel and check out before heading into one of Egypt's most iconic landscapes.
⟁ Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, stepping into a place of ancient symbolism, mystery, and collective memory.
⚘ Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where Egypt's ancient world unfolds through its most treasured artifacts and stories.
⭒ In the evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant before beginning the next chapter of the journey.
☽ Private transportation to Siwa Oasis, moving from the intensity of Cairo toward the quiet, dreamlike stillness of the desert.
Siwa | Arrival, Rest & Hot Springs
☽ Arrive in Siwa and enjoy breakfast at the hotel upon arrival, allowing the body to land after the overnight journey.
⟣ Take time to rest from the long trip, settle into the oasis, and reconnect with your own rhythm.
⟁ In the evening, join Melissa for a sunset session, using the softness of Siwa's light and landscape as a space for grounding and integration.
⚘ Enjoy dinner at the hotel, surrounded by the calm atmosphere of the oasis.
⭒ End the day with a dip and relaxation at Siwa's hot springs, letting the mineral waters soften the body and support deep rest.
☽ Overnight at Stamps Ayur Siwa.
Siwa | Culture, Ancient Sites & Salt Lakes
☽ Begin with breakfast at the hotel, easing into a day of culture, nature, and reflection.
⟣ Visit the Mountain of the Dead and Alexander's Temple, exploring Siwa's ancient history, desert architecture, and symbolic connection to Egypt's wider sacred landscape.
⟁ Continue to the Salt Lakes for exploration and swimming, floating in bright mineral waters and experiencing one of Siwa's most surreal natural wonders.
⚘ Enjoy sunset watching and relaxation, with time to slow down, journal, breathe, and let the day integrate.
⭒ Gather for dinner at the hotel, closing the evening in the quiet rhythm of the oasis.
☽ Overnight at Stamps Ayur Siwa.
Siwa | Desert Adventure & Campfire Dinner
☽ Start the day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by time to rest and enjoy the stillness of Siwa.
⟣ Spend the morning in rest and spaciousness, allowing the retreat to remain balanced, grounded, and unhurried.
⟁ Head into the desert for a 4x4 Safari Tour, including sandboarding, snacks, and Bedouin tea.
⚘ At sunset, gather for a desert sunset session, surrounded by open skies, golden dunes, and the quiet power of the Great Sand Sea.
⭒ Continue into the evening with a campfire dinner in the desert, creating a memorable night of warmth, connection, and atmosphere.
☽ Spend time enjoying the desert before returning for the night.
⟣ Overnight at Stamps Ayur Siwa.
Siwa to Cairo | Souq, Return Journey & Integration
☽ Begin with breakfast at the hotel before checking out of Siwa.
⟣ Visit Siwa's Souq, with time for local shopping, handmade goods, dates, oils, crafts, and keepsakes from the oasis.
⟁ Travel by private transportation back to Cairo, with time on the journey for rest, reflection, and integration.
⚘ Arrive in Cairo and enjoy dinner upon arrival at a local restaurant.
⭒ Transfer to the hotel for check-in and overnight in Cairo.
☽ Overnight at Hyatt Centric Cairo West.
Cairo | Departure Day
☽ Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
⟣ Check out from the hotel, with support from the Stamps team based on your departure schedule.
⟁ Take your private transfer to Cairo Airport, closing the retreat with ease and care.
⚘ Leave Egypt carrying the symbols, stories, practices, landscapes, and reflections of a journey designed to stay with you long after you return home.
☽ All scheduled sessions with Melissa Zelaya, including yoga, meditation, grounding rituals, archetypal exploration, early sessions, sunset sessions, and reflective practices.
⟣ A curated 7-day sacred-site wellness journey through Cairo and Siwa Oasis, designed to blend Egypt's ancient landmarks, desert landscapes, cultural immersion, and inner exploration.
⟁ Private airport pick-up and departure transfers, arranged around your international flight schedule.
⚘ Private transportation throughout the journey, including air-conditioned transfers for all scheduled travel, sightseeing, and the return journey between Cairo and Siwa.
⭒ Accommodation throughout the retreat, including 2 nights at Hyatt Centric Cairo West and 3 nights at Stamps Ayur Siwa.
☽ Meals as listed in the itinerary, including hotel breakfasts, group dinners in Cairo, half-board dining in Siwa, snacks and Bedouin tea during the desert safari, and the campfire dinner in the desert.
⟣ All scheduled cultural, historic, and nature experiences, including the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Grand Egyptian Museum, the Mountain of the Dead, Alexander's Temple, the Salt Lakes, Siwa's hot springs, Siwa's Souq, and the desert safari.
⟁ All entrance tickets and fees for included activities and sites, excluding optional activities or independent experiences.
⚘ 4x4 desert safari in Siwa, including sandboarding, snacks, Bedouin tea, and a sunset experience in the desert.
⭒ Hot springs experience in Siwa, offering a restorative evening dip in the oasis.
☽ Salt Lakes experience in Siwa, with time to float, swim, and enjoy the mineral-rich landscape.
⟣ Dedicated Stamps team support before and during the retreat, so you are looked after from the moment you book until your departure from Egypt.
⟁ Local guides and on-ground support, giving you a deeper understanding of Egypt while keeping the experience smooth, safe, and fully handled.
⚘ Welcome briefing and group dinner, helping you settle in, meet the group, and begin the retreat with connection.
⭒ Time intentionally built in for rest and integration, including rest after travel, sunset watching, desert stillness, and spacious moments between the bigger experiences.
☽ Accommodation & Meal Plan:
⟣ 2 nights at Hyatt Centric Cairo West, Cairo — Bed & Breakfast Basis + Dinner. Your journey begins and ends in Cairo at Hyatt Centric Cairo West, a 5-star hotel near the Giza Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum, giving the group a comfortable, beautifully located base for arrival, the Pyramids and GEM experience, and the final night before departure.
⟁ 3 nights at Stamps Ayur Siwa, Siwa Oasis — Half-board Basis. In Siwa, you'll stay at Stamps Ayur Siwa, a serene luxury campsite and wellness retreat set within the landscape of Siwa Oasis, where the journey becomes quieter and more spacious, with hot springs, salt lakes, desert sessions, rest, and integration woven into the experience.
⚘ 1 overnight private transfer from Cairo to Siwa, allowing the group to arrive into the oasis in the morning and begin the Siwa chapter of the retreat without losing a full day of the itinerary.
☽ International flights to and from Egypt.
⟣ Visa or entry documentation required for your nationality.
⟁ Optional activities or experiences not listed as included in the itinerary.
⚘ Additional meals not listed in the itinerary, including extra snacks, independent meals, and personal food orders.
⭒ Drinks outside of the included meal arrangements, including alcoholic beverages, specialty drinks, and personal orders.
☽ Personal expenses, including shopping, laundry, souvenirs, extra snacks, spa treatments, taxis, and independent activities.
⟣ Travel insurance, which we strongly recommend for all guests.
⟁ Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, hotel teams, local hosts, and service providers.
⚘ Any private upgrades or add-ons requested outside the scheduled retreat program.

Meet Your Host
Yoga Teacher · Transpersonal Psychotherapist in Training · Depth & Archetype Guide
Retreats designed with leading facilitators that focus on meaningful change, connection, and personal growth, not just sightseeing.
Every retreat is led by an internationally recognized expert (from fitness icons and wellness coaches) to yoga instructors.
Our retreats bring together a carefully curated group of like-minded people, so the connections you make long after you're home.
From airport pickup to boutique stays, guided days, and downtime built in, your retreat is fully handled end‑to‑end so you can unplug
Traveler-friendly terms and generous flexibility, without rigid policies that add stress to planning.
Most tourism takes more than it gives. We make sure every experience you have puts money, opportunity, and pride back into the hands of locals.
Absolutely! Egypt is a welcoming destination with measures in place to ensure the safety of visitors. With our guided tours, you'll always be accompanied by knowledgeable local guides who prioritize your safety and comfort.
Most visitors require a visa to enter Egypt. Depending on your nationality, you can either apply for an e-visa online before your trip or get a visa on arrival at the airport. When booking one of our guided tours, we’ll assist you with visa advice to make the process seamless.
Our group experiences attract travelers from all over the world! You’ll be joining a diverse group of like-minded individuals from different countries and backgrounds, all coming together for a shared experience.
Pack lightweight, breathable clothing for the warm days and a jacket or sweater for cooler evenings, especially in winter. Comfortable walking shoes are essential for exploring historical sites. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses to protect against the sun, as well as a reusable water bottle. For visits to mosques or conservative areas, modest clothing is recommended. Don’t forget your swimsuit and a power adapter for Egyptian outlets! (Type C or F).
We can cater for all dietary requirements, as long as you let our team know in advance. This includes vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut allergies, halal, and other specific allergies or intolerances.
Please make sure to share any dietary requirements with us before the retreat or tour begins, so our team can prepare properly and coordinate with the accommodations, restaurants, and local suppliers in advance.