๐ช El Fayoum Oasis & Valley of the Whales โ A Unique Desert Adventure from Cairo
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- City Tour
- by bus
- Cultural
- Cruise Vacation
- historical monuments
- for Children
- Private - Individual Tour
Trip Information
Pickup Point
Your Hotel
Place of Return
Your Hotel
Group Size
1-2
Available Days
Duration:
8 hours
Travel time:
06:00 AM
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Description
๐ Highlights:
- Visit the stunning El Fayoum Oasis, one of Egyptโs most scenic desert regions
- Explore the Valley of the Whales (Wadi El Hitan) โ a UNESCO World Heritage site with 40-million-year-old whale fossils
- Marvel at the beautiful Wadi El Rayan waterfalls, an oasis of life in the heart of the desert
- Enjoy a thrilling 4x4 desert safari with photo stops on the golden dunes
- See Lake Qarun, one of the worldโs oldest lakes, home to graceful flamingos
- Ride a camel and feel the true spirit of the East ๐ช
- Savor a delicious Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant
- Relax with private transfers from and to your Cairo hotel
๐๏ธ Full Description:
Your adventure begins early in the morning between 6:00 and 6:30 AM, when your English-speaking Egyptologist guide will meet you at your Cairo hotel. Travel in comfort by air-conditioned car or minivan to El Fayoum Oasis, located about 140 km (approximately 2 hours) from Cairo. A short rest stop will be made along the way for coffee or snacks. โ
Start your exploration at Lake Qarun, one of the oldest natural lakes on Earth, and enjoy its tranquil scenery and flocks of pink flamingos. Continue to the remarkable Valley of the Whales (Wadi El Hitan), a UNESCO site where youโll see ancient whale skeletons and fossils dating back over 40 million years โ a fascinating reminder of when the Sahara Desert was once an ocean floor.
Next, visit the spectacular Wadi El Rayan waterfalls, where cascading water and desert landscapes meet to form one of Egyptโs hidden natural gems.
Then, gear up for an adrenaline-pumping Jeep safari across the golden dunes, with scenic photo stops and a true sense of adventure. Optionally, you can enjoy a short camel ride for an authentic desert experience.
Enjoy a tasty lunch of traditional Egyptian dishes at a local restaurant before heading back to Cairo in the late afternoon.
๐ฐ Price:
- 1 person: $150
- 2 people: $90 per person
- 3โ6 people: $65 per person
- 7โ12 people: $50 per person
- Children (5โ12 years): $40
- Infants (0โ4 years): Free
โ Whatโs Included:
- Private round-trip transfer from your hotel ๐
- Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Entrance tickets to all main sites
- Lunch at a local restaurant ๐ฝ๏ธ
- All taxes and service fees
โ Whatโs Not Included (Optional):
- Camel ride ๐ช
- Drinks ๐ฅค
- Tips ๐ค
- Personal expenses ๐ธ
โ ๏ธ Important Information:
- This is a private tour โ just for you and your group.
- The program is flexible, and small changes can be made along the route.
- Duration: 7:30 AM โ 6:00 PM (may vary depending on traffic).
- The listed price applies to hotels in central Cairo and Giza.
- For hotels near Cairo Airport, New Cairo, or the Administrative Capital โ add $20 per group (round trip).
- Payment accepted in USD, EUR, or EGP, as well as in your local currency (RUB, UAH, UZS, KZT) via commission-free online transfer.
๐ Donโt forget to bring:
- ๐ท Camera or smartphone for photos
- ๐งฅ Warm clothes (in winter)
- ๐ฅค Drinks or bottled water
- ๐ Positive mood and adventurous spirit
โฐ Duration:
- Approx. 10โ11 hours
๐ Book Now:
Step back in time and witness Egyptโs prehistoric wonders in the desert of Fayoum โ Book Now for an unforgettable journey!
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