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Fayoum Oasis & Wadi El Hitan Day Trip

10 HoursCairo & GizaPrivate tour
Pick-up & Drop-offYour hotel
Duration10 Hours
AvailabilityEvery day

Tour Overview

Two hours south-west of Cairo, Fayoum feels like another country. We switch to a 4x4 at the edge of the desert and head into Wadi El Hitan, the UNESCO valley where the skeletons of ancient whales lie in the open sand. After the fossils come the lakes and waterfalls of Wadi El Rayan, then lunch near Lake Qarun and a walk through the pottery workshops of Tunis village before the drive back.

Tour Highlights

Fayoum Oasis & Wadi El Hitan

A UNESCO site where fossil skeletons of ancient whales lie in the open desert, plus the waterfalls of Wadi El Rayan and the calm shores of Lake Qarun.

What’s Included & Excluded

  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Cairo or Giza
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • 4x4 vehicle in the protected area
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees to Wadi El Hitan and Wadi El Rayan
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • All taxes and service charges
  • Drinks with meals
  • Sandboarding (optional)
  • Tipping (at your discretion)

Tour Plan

01Early morningPick-up from your hotel

Early pick-up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and about two hours south-west to Fayoum, where you switch to a 4x4 at the edge of the desert.

02MorningWadi El Hitan

Walk the trail through the UNESCO Valley of the Whales, where 40-million-year-old whale skeletons lie in the open sand, and visit the small fossil museum.

Visit

  • Wadi El Hitan (Valley of the Whales)
03MiddayWadi El Rayan and Magic Lake

By 4x4 over the dunes to Egypt’s only waterfalls and the Magic Lake, whose colour changes with the light – a good place for photos and a little sandboarding.

Visit

  • Wadi El Rayan waterfalls
  • Magic Lake
04AfternoonTunis village and lunch

Lunch overlooking Lake Qarun, then the pottery workshops of Tunis village. Drive back to your hotel in Cairo in the evening.

Visit

  • Tunis pottery village
  • Lake Qarun

Tour Prices

Group sizePrivate tour
1 person$221
2–3 persons$170
4–6 persons$162
7 or more persons$153

Prices in US dollars per person. Child prices are confirmed with your quote.

Why You’ll Love This Tour

  • Private Egyptologist guide who adapts to your pace
  • Air-conditioned private vehicle and driver
  • Run by our own team in Giza
  • Flexible itinerary – add, swap or extend days

What Our Guests Say

Hasan BüyükdagGermany · Oct 2026
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★★★★★

We were very satisfied with the whole experience! We booked a full-day tour including the safari and quad biking, and everything was great.

From the manager to our driver Omar, as well as Kareem, Ibrahim, and Islam — everyone was very friendly, respectful, and welcoming.

We can highly recommend this team and Desert Fox Safari!

Best wishes from Ilhan and Hasan from Calw, Germany!

Logan WareSep 2026
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★★★★★

Incredible experience! The entire team was very accommodating and friendly. They made sure my friend and I had the best experience possible and provided fantastic service. From the pickup and drop off service from our hotel, lunch, the camel ride and ATV tour everything was perfect. Thank you guys, we will be back!

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How Booking Works

  1. 1

    Send a request

    Choose your date and travellers in the booking box.

  2. 2

    Get your quote

    We confirm availability and the final price.

  3. 3

    Confirm

    Approve the plan – only then do we ask for payment.

Good to Know

Entry visa

Most visitors buy a US$25 visa on arrival or an e-visa online. Check the rules for your nationality before you travel.

Tickets inside the pyramids & special tombs

Entry inside the Great Pyramid, Tutankhamun’s tomb and some special tombs is optional and paid on the spot.

Children

Children are very welcome. Child discounts depend on age and room sharing and are confirmed with your quote.

Dress code

Cover shoulders and knees when visiting mosques and churches; a light scarf is useful.

What to Pack

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sunhat, sunglasses & sunscreen
  • Light layers for cool evenings
  • Passport & some cash for tips
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Camera & power bank
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a visa for Egypt?

Most nationalities can buy a 30-day visa on arrival at Cairo airport for US$25, or apply online for an e-visa before travelling. Our representative meets you before passport control and helps with the process.

When is the best time to visit Egypt?

October to April is the most comfortable season for sightseeing, with sunny days around 20–28°C. Summer is hot in Luxor and Aswan but perfect for the Red Sea, and we adjust touring hours to early mornings.

Are your tours private?

Yes. Unless a tour is marked as a small-group departure, you travel only with your own party, with a private guide and air-conditioned vehicle.

Can I change an itinerary?

Every itinerary is a starting point. Add days, swap hotels, include a balloon ride or a beach stay – tell us what you would like and we will send an updated plan and price.

How do I book and pay?

Send a booking request from any tour page. We confirm availability and the final price by email or WhatsApp. Nothing is charged until you have approved the plan.

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