Embark on a private day tour from Cairo to El Fayoum Oasis and explore historic landmarks and natural beauty. Visit the lake of Qaroun, Wadi El Rayan Waterfall, Valley of the Whales, and Medinet Madi. Book now!
- Wadi El-Rayan - The tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo. The journey will take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes one way. You will begin your tour by visiting Wadi El Rayan, which was designated as a Protected Area in 1989. We will then proceed to Wadi Hitan Protected Area.
- Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan) - Next, we will visit the Valley of the Whales, located about 90 km from El Fayoum. Wadi Hitan, or the Valley of the Whales, is situated within the Protected Area of Wadi El Rayan and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to the discovery of 40-million-year-old whale skeletons.
- Qasr Qarun and Medinet Quta - Afterward, enjoy exploring Medinet Madi (Ancient City Uncovered), which dates back to the third pharaonic dynasty and was built by Amenemhet III and completed by Amenemhet IV. During your tour, you will have a late lunch at a local restaurant. Finally, our representative will transfer you back to your hotel.
- Private transportation
- Private Tour Guide
- Entrance fees included
- Convenient pick-up and drop-off service
- Lunch provided
- Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
Your journey will commence with your Tour Guide collecting you from your Cairo hotel and transporting you, via a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle, to El Fayoum, some 100 km away. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to pause by the serene lake of Qaroun.
Immerse yourself in the peaceful rural life alongside the lake, observing the diverse birdlife that has migrated here and the surrounding farmland. Subsequently, we’ll guide you to the stunning Wadi El Rayan Waterfall, nestled in the heart of the desert, followed by a visit to Wadi Hitan, also known as the Valley of the Whales. This UNESCO World Heritage Site has earned its name from the 40-million-year-old whale remains discovered there.
We’ll then proceed to Medinet Madi, an Ancient City Uncovered, originating from the third pharaonic dynasty, erected by Amenemhet III. After your journey through time and nature, our Tour Guide will navigate the return journey to your hotel in Cairo.
- Travel time is included on the total duration
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
