Fayoum Oasis Day Trip from Cairo

1 Day

Trip Description

Discover Egypt’s natural wonders on this full-day tour from Cairo to the Fayoum Oasis. Explore UNESCO-listed Wadi Hitan (Valley of the Whales), marvel at the stunning scenery of Mudawara Mountain, and see Egypt’s only waterfalls at Wadi El Rayan. Enjoy a relaxing lunch and the option to try sandboarding on the desert dunes.

Trip Highlights

  • UNESCO-listed Wadi Hitan – See ancient whale fossils dating back 40 million years
  • Mudawara Mountain – Admire panoramic desert views and unique rock formations
  • Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls – Visit Egypt’s only natural waterfalls
  • Optional Sandboarding – Glide down golden desert dunes for a thrilling experience
  • Authentic Egyptian Lunch – Enjoy a delicious meal at a local restaurant

Itinerary

Our representative will pick you up from your Cairo hotel for a full-day excursion to the Fayoum Oasis, just 95 km from Cairo.

Wadi Hitan (Valley of the Whales) – Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Wadi El Rayan Protected Area, home to 40-million-year-old fossilized whale skeletons.

Mudawara Mountain – Stop for panoramic views and photographs of this distinctive desert landmark.

Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls – Visit Egypt’s only waterfalls, connecting two serene lakes surrounded by the beautiful desert landscape.

Lunch – Enjoy a late lunch at a quality local restaurant before heading back to Cairo.

Optional Sandboarding – Add some adventure to your day by gliding down the golden desert dunes.

Meals: Lunch
Visits: Wadi Hitan, Mudawara Mountain, Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls, Optional Sandboarding

  • Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Cairo
  • All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide
  • Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
  • Lunch at a quality local restaurant
  • Bottled water during the tour
  • All taxes and service charges
  • Any optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping
Fayoum Oasis Day Trip from Cairo

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