πͺ El Fayoum Oasis & Valley of the Whales β 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
π Highlights:
- Visit the stunning El Fayoum Oasis, one of Egyptβs most scenic desert regions
- Explore the Valley of the Whales (Wadi El Hitan) β 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 worldβs oldest lakes, home to graceful flamingos
- Ride a camel and feel the true spirit of the East πͺ
- Savor a delicious Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant
- Relax with private transfers from and to your Cairo hotel
ποΈ 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. β
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 youβll see ancient whale skeletons and fossils dating back over 40 million years β 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 Egyptβs 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.
π° Price:
- 1 person: $150
- 2 people: $90 per person
- 3β6 people: $65 per person
- 7β12 people: $50 per person
- Children (5β12 years): $40
- Infants (0β4 years): Free
β Whatβs Included:
- Private round-trip transfer from your hotel π
- Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Entrance tickets to all main sites
- Lunch at a local restaurant π½οΈ
- All taxes and service fees
β Whatβs Not Included (Optional):
- Camel ride πͺ
- Drinks π₯€
- Tips π€
- Personal expenses πΈ
β οΈ Important Information:
- This is a private tour β just for you and your group.
- The program is flexible, and small changes can be made along the route.
- Duration: 7:30 AM β 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 β 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.
π Donβt forget to bring:
- π· Camera or smartphone for photos
- π§₯ Warm clothes (in winter)
- π₯€ Drinks or bottled water
- π Positive mood and adventurous spirit
β° Duration:
- Approx. 10β11 hours
π Book Now:
Step back in time and witness Egyptβs prehistoric wonders in the desert of Fayoum β Book Now for an unforgettable journey!
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