Private Full-Day Fayoum Oasis and Waterfalls of Wadi El-Rayan Tour from Cairo
8 Hours
Mobile Ticket
Hotel Pickup Offered
No
Language Offered
×Offered in
Overview
Get beyond the Cairo sights on a full-day, private tour to Al-Fayoum that explores nature, history and wildlife in an ancient oasis. Visit the salty, scenic Lake Qarun, then explore the collection of Roman-era mummy portraits and statues in the Fayoum museum. Discover a series of waterfalls in the heart of the desert at Wadi El-Rayan, set sail on a traditional Egyptian felucca, and dine at a local restaurant before returning to the city.
All entrance fees included
Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
Lunch included
Learn about local history and culture
See native wildlife in a natural environment
8-hour, private Al-Fayoum tour from Cairo
Visit Egypt's third-largest lake
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Entrance fees
National Park fees
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport by private vehicle
Lunch
Exclusions
Drinks
Gratuities (recommended)
Departure & Return
Departure point
Centrally located Cairo and Giza hotels
Departure Time
8amHotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
What To Expect
Meet your guide at your Cairo hotel, and watch the city give way to orchards and green fields on the 65-mile (105-km) trip to Lake Qarun in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Spot some of the stunning birds that thrive at the edge of this salty lake, from black-necked grebes to ibis and flamingos. Continue to the local museum to see stunning examples of Fayoum's mummy portraits, cloth panel paintings with distinctive Greco-Roman influence. Learn about local history and culture while exploring the museum with your guide, and don't miss the remarkable collection of statues from regional archeological sites. Cool off in the waterfalls of Wadi El-Rayan, where reed lined channels link a pair of brackish lakes, then take a scenic trip on a felucca, a wooden sailing boat with an elegant, gaff-rigged sail. Take a walk along the shoreline and visit a local restaurant for an Egyptian-style lunch, then finish the day with return transfer to your hotel.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
A moderate amount of walking is involved
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.