Full-Day Fayum Desert Adventure from Cairo with Wadi Al-Hitan

1 Day Duration

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About This Tour

Experience an unforgettable full-day adventure from Cairo to the Fayum Oasis, combining prehistoric wonders, desert landscapes, and local culture. Explore the V...

Duration: 1 Day · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Cairo, Faiyum, Wadi El Hitan, Wadi El Rayan · Languages: English

About Faiyum

Egypt

Faiyum

This Nile town offers a glimpse of both the old and new Egypt, with ancient tombs, pyramids and artsy villages juxtaposing busy markets. Get a local guide in Faiyum to help you explore.

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What's Included

English-speaking tour guide
Jeep Land Cruiser
Entrance fees
Water
Lunch

Not Included

Gratuity for the guide and driver
Drinks at lunch
Any other expenses not mentioned

Itinerary

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Day 01

Fayum Safari, Wadi Al-Hitan, and Tunis Village

Meet at 7:00 AM in Cairo and depart in a private vehicle toward Fayum. Arrive at the Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arrive at the Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk along the designated trail for approximately one hour. Walk along the designated trail for approximately one hour. Examine well-preserved fossils and skeletons of ancient whale species and other marine creatures that lived around 35 million years ago, when the area was submerged under the Tethys Sea. Examine well-preserved fossils and skeletons of ancient whale species and other marine creatures that lived around 35 million years ago, when the area was submerged under the Tethys Sea. Visit the Museum of Climate Change to learn about the region's geological and ecological history. Visit the Museum of Climate Change to learn about the region's geological and ecological history. Continue the journey to the Magic Lake, a scenic body of water surrounded by desert hills. Continue the journey to the Magic Lake, a scenic body of water surrounded by desert hills. Swim in the lake or relax by the shore and enjoy the natural beauty of the landscape. Swim in the lake or relax by the shore and enjoy the natural beauty of the landscape. Drive to Wadi El Rayan to witness the stunning waterfalls and enjoy the desert scenery. Drive to Wadi El Rayan to witness the stunning waterfalls and enjoy the desert scenery. Pause for lunch at a local restaurant or desert camp with traditional Egyptian cuisine. Pause for lunch at a local restaurant or desert camp with traditional Egyptian cuisine. Stroll through Tunis Village, a charming artisan community. Stroll through Tunis Village, a charming artisan community. Explore pottery studios and browse handcrafted artwork made by local artists. Explore pottery studios and browse handcrafted artwork made by local artists. Return to Cairo in the late afternoon, concluding your desert and cultural adventure. Return to Cairo in the late afternoon, concluding your desert and cultural adventure.