Pickup
Early morning collection from your Cairo hotel.
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Fayoum Oasis Day Trip
Duration
10 Hours
Tour Type
Private
Pickup
Included
Availability
Daily
Languages
Multiple Languages
Tour Overview
A private day to the Wadi El Rayan waterfalls, Wadi El Hitan and Lake Qarun, west of Cairo.
Escape the city for the ancient oasis of Fayoum, a lush pocket in the Western Desert only 90 minutes from Cairo. Visit the Wadi El Rayan waterfalls, the UNESCO-listed Wadi El Hitan (Valley of the Whales) with its 40-million-year-old whale fossils, and the tranquil shores of Lake Qarun.
A private day of desert, water and prehistory with your driver and guide, ending back in Cairo by early evening.
Tour Highlights
- Wadi El Hitan
- Wadi El Rayan Falls
- Lake Qarun
- Private Egyptologist
- Private 4x4 Transport
- All Entrance Fees
Tour Itinerary
Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls
The largest natural falls in Egypt.
Wadi El Hitan
Walk among 40-million-year-old whale fossils in the desert.
Lake Qarun
Photo stop and short walk along the shore of the ancient lake.
Return
Drive back to Cairo with hotel drop-off in the evening.
What's Included
Included
- Entrance Fees Included
- Hotel Pickup & Drop-off
- Private Air-conditioned Vehicle
- Licensed Egyptologist Guide
- Bottled Water
- Taxes & Service Charges
Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Tips
- Anything not mentioned above
Meeting & Pickup
- Complimentary pickup from your hotel, Nile cruise dock, or airport in the tour city.
- Your private driver and Egyptologist meet you at the lobby / dock at the scheduled time.
- Door-to-door drop-off at the end of the tour.
What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothing (shoulders covered for temples)
- A refillable water bottle
- Camera (photography permits payable on site where required)
- Small cash for tips and personal expenses
Important Information
- Private tour — operated exclusively for your party.
- Confirmation is provided within a few hours of booking.
- Suitable for most travelers; please advise us of any mobility needs in advance.
- Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions without prior consultation.
- Some sites include stairs, uneven ground and limited shade.
- Photography rules vary by site; your guide will advise on the day.
Tour Policies
0–2.99 Years: Free · 3–5.99 Years: 25% · 6–11.99 Years: 50% · 12+: Adult rate.
Pay on the day of your tour. Cash and credit card accepted. No advance payment required — reserve now and pay on your tour date.
All prices are shown in USD. Prices may vary during peak travel periods including Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays.
FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking Fayoum Oasis Day Trip.
About 90 minutes each way by private car.
Yes — the falls and fossils are a favourite for children and adults alike.
Comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen and a light layer for cool desert breezes.
Lunch is on your own account and your guide will arrange a scenic stop at Lake Qarun.
Swimming is not permitted at the falls, but the area is beautiful for photography and walking.
Yes — parts of Wadi El Hitan involve gentle off-road driving in a 4x4.
Tailor-Made
Customize Fayoum Oasis Day Trip.
Add this tour to a longer private itinerary — combine it with Nile cruises, other cities and transfers, all designed around you.
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Tripadvisor · 287 reviews
Google
“The most exquisitely organized trip I've ever taken. Every guide was a scholar and every hotel a dream.”
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Amelia R.
London, UK
Tripadvisor
“Un'esperienza indimenticabile. From private access at sunrise to our Nile suite — nothing was ordinary.”
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Marco V.
Milan, Italy
Google
“The smoothest, most thoughtful trip we've ever booked. We're already planning our return to Egypt.”
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Sarah K.
New York, USA
