Private Tour to Fayoum Whales Valley & Wadi El Rayan from Cairo

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Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Safari Arabs - Tunis Village - The small village of Tunis (‘izbat Tunis) is located in the oasis of Fayoum, on the way to Wadi Rayan. Situated on a hill overlooking a large saltwater lake, the village offers a breathtaking view of the desert’s edge on the opposite side of the lake. It is one of the most picturesque places in Egypt.

  • Qasr Qarun and Medinet Quta - This area is one of Egypt’s most valuable and cherished natural landmarks. Lake Qarun was granted protectorate status not only for its evident beauty and significance to birds and humans but also for its unmatched historical, natural, and scientific importance.

  • Wadi El-Rayan - Wadi El Rayan is among Egypt’s most renowned nature reserves. Named after King El Rayan Ibn El Walid, who lived in the area with his army, the reserve is part of the El Fayoum governorate and is located about 75 km from El Fayoum city.

  • Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan) - Wadi Al-Hitan, or Whale Valley, in Egypt’s Western Desert, holds invaluable fossil remains of the earliest, now extinct, suborder of whales, Archaeoceti. These fossils illustrate one of the major evolutionary stories: the transition of whales from land-based animals to ocean-going mammals. This site is the world’s most significant for demonstrating this evolutionary stage.

  • Fayoum Oasis - Known as the Fayoum, this is the only artificial oasis, created not by natural springs but by a long canal formed by the flooding Nile, dating back to Biblical times, called Joseph’s canal. This canal stretches from the Nile to the great lake of Birket Qarun. This vast lake, which can resemble the sea on a rough day, gives Fayoum its unique character. The lake was once a prime location for duck hunting, attracting notable figures like Winston Churchill and King Farouk. While duck hunting still occurs, bird watching has become more prevalent, both on this lake and the nearby Wadi Rayyan, another man-made body of water.

What's Included
  • Private tour
  • Qualified Egyptologist Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Transfer from El Fayoum to Wadi El Hetan by 4X4 Safari Car (OPTIONAL)
  • Admission Fees (OPTIONAL)
  • Lunch (OPTIONAL)
  • Snacks
  • Bottled Water
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

You will be picked up from your hotel then you will start your day to Fayoum which is one of Egypt’s oldest cities, set in the lush Fayoum Oasis and filled with countless natural and historical wonders . Then you will visit One of the city’s landmarks Lake Qarun . You will also visit Wady el-Hitan (Valley of the Whales), which is now recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Inspiring wonder with ancient ruins, pyramids, and obelisks, present-day Fayoum is known also for its picturesque villages, pottery craft, and waterwheels, the latter having established itself as a prominent symbol for the town and oasis. Then you will be back to your hotel.

Location
Safari Arabs - Tunis Village
Qarun Lake Touristic Road
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Mariseel
Jul 6, 2024
Amazing Experience in Fayoum - This tour was incredible! The Whales Valley and Wadi El Rayan are breathtakingly beautiful. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly, providing fascinating insights into the area’s history and natural wonders. The tour was well-organized, with plenty of time to explore and take photos. The transportation was comfortable, and the lunch provided was delicious. This trip is a must-do for anyone visiting Cairo. Highly recommend!
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J9441gemariog
Jun 1, 2024
Unbelievable tour! - Amazing views, unbelievable places in Fayoum, We really enjoyed it. This tour must be repeated once again, my wife felt hilarious in wadi el rayan.
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Grandtour32049268146
May 30, 2024
Fantastic experience - Our private tour to Fayoum’s Whales Valley and Wadi El Rayan from Cairo was amazing! Bella, our guide, was knowledgeable and passionate, making the trip even more enjoyable. Ahmed, our driver, ensured a smooth ride. The scenery was stunning, and the whole day was well-organized. Highly recommend this tour for a memorable adventure in Egypt!
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Shreyag447
May 27, 2024
Excellent Private Tour - Highly organized and nice tour . Wadi El Rayan is a great place to visit . Guide Mido is so nice and knowledgeable. We also enjoyed having lunch there and visiting wadi El Hitan . Great service with reasonable price.
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Jessicakb8472yf
May 26, 2024
Nice Experience - Great tour in Fayoum . We visited Wadi El Rayan , Fayoum Oasis , Wadi El Hetan and Qarun lake . Very nice tour and highly recommended one .
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Quest06443566137
May 25, 2024
Unforgettable Adventure with Mido - Our private tour to Fayoum’s Whales Valley and Wadi El Rayan from Cairo was nothing short of spectacular, thanks to our amazing guide, Mido. His knowledge, enthusiasm, and attention to detail made the experience unforgettable. Mido’s insights into the history and natural beauty of the area added immense value to our trip. His friendly demeanor and professionalism ensured we were comfortable and engaged throughout. Thank you, Mido, for an extraordinary journey!
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Koky_jojo
May 23, 2024
Nice trip - Great and well organized tour . We enjoyed Safari trip in Fayoum . We have taken so many photos there in Qarun lake & the lunch is great in Tunis Village . Highly recommended tour .
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Nihanl2024
Apr 13, 2024
Excellent Tour - Great trip to Fayoum . The weather is great . Our guide there is very nice . The waterfalls were amazing . I recommend this company as they are very accommodating and excellent,
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Karel_m
May 30, 2024
Tragic - What a *hit show this was. If you book the cheaper version of this tour for 80 USD "Car+guide", the only thing you will get is a regular taxi from Cairo to the camp. The way it is written is completely untransparent and misleading. I have no clue why this option is even available since without a 4x4 car, you can't do *hit in the park. They didn't mention I would need to pay extra until the very end when they just handed me a phone, and someone was requesting another 50 USD for the drive and lunch. I would have been fine with it if it had been obvious from the beginning, but it wasn't. On top of that, we didn't even visit all the attractions, and that "Qualified Egyptologist Guide" was another driver who couldn't speak English at all. Now these clowns are asking the Viator support bot not just for that 50 USD but for 200, which I consider to be completely pathetic. Stay away from them.
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Dm_d
May 22, 2024
Carefully - Carefully, I don't recommend it. The details must be discussed before booking! Unfortunately, there was a small misunderstanding that was revealed during the tour. We did not receive the service as described in the description. We booked this all-inclusive trip because we wanted to go to Qarun, Wadi El-Rayan and Wadi Al-Hitan. Instead, we went straight to Wadi El-Rayan (where the safari tour was probably longer than it should have been) but after lunch we were told that we would be heading back to Cairo. We then indicated that we had also paid for Wadi Al-Hitan, and after a long phone call, they took us there. We had to pay the entrance fee there, which would have been part of the price based on the description. We didn't get to Qarun, Tunis Village and Fayoum Oasis. Our drivers were very patient, they would get 5 stars if there were no misunderstandings with the organization.
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