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Cairo to the Oasis: Private Fayoum & Wadi El Rayan Day Trip
Overview
Do you need to swap the city traffic for something greener?
This day trip to Fayoum is pretty much the perfect reset button. We’re leaving the Cairo noise behind to head deep into Egypt’s largest oasis.
You'll spend the day exploring villages, lakes, waterfalls, and rolling desert dunes, with plenty of time to enjoy the scenery along the way.
We will be visiting the pottery art school in Tunis Village to see waterfalls tucked away in the desert at Wadi El Rayan. This isn’t just another sightseeing tour; it’s the kind of experience that stays with you. If you're looking for a day that combines nature, local culture, and a little adventure, this trip is hard to beat.
Tour Plan
- Morning Pickup: Ready, our representative will waiting you at your hotel lobby to take you
- Tunis Village: First stop is the village of Tunis. We’ll explore the pottery art school there, which is a great look into the local craft.
- Lake Qaroun: We’ll take in the views of Lake Qaroun, which is actually one of the oldest natural lakes in the world.
- Lunch: We will eat an authentic Egyptian lunch in Tunis Village.
- Wadi El Rayan: After lunch, we head to the nature reserve. This is the highlight: seeing waterfalls in the middle of the desert, which is pretty unique, and we’ll also do some sandboarding on the dunes.
- Back to Cairo: Once we’re finished, we’ll drive you back to Cairo.
Included / Excluded
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Included
- Private AC vehicle for all transfers.
- tour guide
- Entry fees for all sites mentioned
- Lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant in Tunis village.
- Bottled water provided during the drive.
- All taxes and service charges.
Not Included
- Any extra activities or services not specified in the itinerary.
- Tipping.
- Beverages during meals.
Prices
| Number of Persons | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $230 |
| 2 - 3 Persons | $140 |
| 4 - 6 Persons | $120 |
| 7 - 10 Persons | $90 |
Notes
- Ramadan Schedule:
If you want to schedule this tour during Ramadan. Be aware that the sites almost close in the afternoon, and we will begin our day earlier to make sure you see everything before the sites close.
- Shopping: If you’re interested in shopping while in Cairo, we can arrange that for you upon request.
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