2 Days Private Fayoum and Alexandria Tour from Cairo

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(17 reviews)
Cairo, Egypt

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2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Explore two of Egypt’s most distinctive destinations on one private 2-day experience, combining the natural beauty of Fayoum Oasis with the historic charm of Alexandria. Discover the spectacular Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls and beautiful Magic Lake, try sandboarding across the desert dunes, and enjoy the option to visit Wadi El Hitan (Valley of the Whales), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Alexandria to explore the ancient Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, see Pompey’s Pillar, admire the exterior of the iconic Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and visit the Citadel of Qaitbay overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Throughout the experience, enjoy traditional Egyptian lunch on both days, private air-conditioned transportation, a professional English-speaking guide, and convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo or Giza.

What's Included

Private English Egyptologist guide
Entry Fees (if price option selected)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Lunch (Optional[2])
Lunch
Bottle Water
Lunch (if price option selected)
Gratuities
Any additional request that is not included on the itinerary is Excluded.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our driver and representative will wait for you at the reception desk of your accommodation holding a sign with your name on it.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    FAYOUM OASIS, WATERFALLS, MAGIC LAKE & SANDBOARDING

    7 stops
  • 1
    Cairo Governorate

    Meet your private driver and begin the approximately 1.5–2 hour journey to Fayoum. Travel through the changing scenery from the city to the agricultural landscapes and desert surroundings of the Fayoum Oasis.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Wadi El-Rayan

    Continue to Wadi El Rayan, a protected natural area famous for its beautiful desert scenery and two interconnected lakes. Visit the Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls and enjoy time to take photographs and appreciate the landscape.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Fayoum Oasis

    Continue into the desert to discover Magic Lake, one of Fayoum’s most scenic natural attractions. Take in the views of the lake surrounded by golden desert mountains and enjoy some time to relax and explore the area.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Fayoum Oasis

    Get ready for an exciting desert adventure with a sandboarding experience on the dunes. Your guide will assist you with the activity and provide basic instructions before you begin.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Al Fayyum

    Stop for a delicious local lunch and enjoy traditional Egyptian flavors in a relaxed setting.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan)

    If included in your selected tour option and the day's schedule allows, continue to Wadi El Hitan (Valley of the Whales), famous for its well-preserved prehistoric whale fossils and unique desert landscape.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Cairo

    After completing your Fayoum experience, relax during the drive back to Cairo or Giza. You will be dropped off at your hotel, marking the end of your private day trip.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    ALEXANDRIA CITY TOUR

    7 stops
  • 8
    Cairo

    Meet your private guide and driver and travel north toward Alexandria, Egypt’s historic Mediterranean city. The journey takes approximately 2.5–3 hours depending on traffic and road conditions.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa

    Begin your Alexandria sightseeing with a visit to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of the city’s most important archaeological sites and a fascinating example of the mixture of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman influences.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Pompey's Pillar

    Continue to Pompey’s Pillar, one of Alexandria’s most recognizable ancient monuments. Learn about the history of the city during the Greco-Roman period.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Bibliotheca Alexandrina

    Visit the area around the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina and admire the impressive architecture of this landmark cultural center.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Citadel of Qaitbay

    Continue to the Citadel of Qaitbay, a historic fortress located on Alexandria’s Mediterranean waterfront. Enjoy the coastal scenery and learn about the strategic importance of the site.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 13
    Alexandria

    Enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Cairo

    After completing your Alexandria tour, relax during the private drive back to Cairo or Giza. Drop-off at your hotel marks the end of your 2-day private experience.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Khafre Travel

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Cancellation Policy

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

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