Includes/Excludes
Included
- transfers by an air-conditioned vehicle.
- All sightseeing tours [Private Tours], including entrance fees.
- Private Multilingual Egyptologist guide
- Lunch at quality local restaurant.
- All taxes & service charge.
- NB: Select your preferred guide language and advise in your request.
Excluded
- ANY extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tipping for guide & driver
Overview
Discover the natural and historical treasures of Fayoum on this full-day private tour. Explore the Qarun Lake, the oldest natural lake in the world, renowned for its rich birdlife. Visit the Fayoum Museum, stroll through one of Egypt’s most stunning natural oases, and marvel at the dramatic Wadi El-Rayan Waterfalls.
This tour blends nature, history, and wildlife, offering an unforgettable escape from the city into Egypt’s unique landscapes.
Itinerary
- Pickup: A Doit Travel representative will collect you from your hotel in Cairo and transfer you in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle to Fayoum (approx. 95 km).
- Wadi Hitan (Valley of the Whales): Start your journey at this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to 40-million-year-old whale fossils. Learn about the evolution of whales and the fascinating paleontological discoveries of the region.
- Wadi El-Rayan Protected Area: Continue to explore this natural desert depression with two connected lakes and Egypt’s only waterfalls, formed in 1970 from overflow drainage water from Fayoum farmlands. Stop at Mudawara Mountain and take in the panoramic views before reaching the Wadi El-Rayan Waterfalls.
- Qarun Lake: Admire the ancient lake, its wildlife, and tranquil scenery—a perfect spot for nature photography.
- Fayoum Museum: Visit the museum to explore local history, artifacts, and the cultural heritage of the Fayoum region.
- Lunch: Enjoy a late lunch at a quality local restaurant before heading back to Cairo.
- Return Transfer: After a full day of exploration, relax on your journey back to your hotel in Cairo, having experienced the beauty and history of Fayoum.