Cairo: Private Day Tour to El Fayoum Oasis

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Escape the bustle of Cairo on a private day trip to the El Fayoum Oasis, a hidden gem of desert landscapes, ancient sites, and natural beauty. With your own Egyptologist guide and driver, explore the Valley of the Whales (Wadi El Hitan), a UNESCO World Heritage Site where fossils reveal Egypt’s prehistoric past, and enjoy the tranquil scenery of Lake Qarun. Discover the blend of history and nature at your own pace, with hotel pickup and drop-off included, for an unforgettable journey beyond the usual tourist trail.

What's Included

Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Travellers will have a lunch meal in a local restaurant during the tour
Private tour guide
Any extra personal expenses not mentioned and tipping

Meeting and pickup

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

Pickup is available from any hotel in Giza or central Cairo. Please wait in the hotel lobby 15–30 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Our guide/driver will be holding a Kemet Experience sign for easy recognition. For travelers staying outside central Cairo or at the airport, pickup can be arranged for an additional fee.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
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    Fayoum Oasis

    El Fayoum famous sites which is about 95 km from Cairo. Today all visits are Wadi El Ryan, designated as Protected Area in 1989. Wadi Hitan Protected Area – Valley of the Whales, about 90 km far from El Fayoum. Wadi Hitan or Valley of the Whales is located in the Protected Area of Wadi El Rayan and it was designated by UNESCO as a world Heritage Site in recognition of the 40 million year –old whale skeletons found there. Wadi El Rayan is located in the western desert, Wadi Rayan consists of two lakes connected by Egypt’s only waterfalls, formed in 1970 by an overflow of drainage water from the farmlands in Fayoum. After that enjoy Medinet Madi (Ancient City Uncovered) which dates back to the third pharaonic dynasty built by Amenemhet III and completed Amenemhet IV.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Kemet Experience

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Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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