Cairo Trip 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.
Additional Info
Duration: 9 hours
Starts: Cairo, Egypt
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> Adrenaline & Extreme
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What to Expect When Visiting Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
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.
Itinerary
Escape the bustle of the city and discover a range of scenic attractions on this relaxing, Egyptologist-led day trip from Cairo. Head to the ancient desert town of El Fayoum by air-conditioned minivan. Other sights include the mud brick ruins of temple-filled Karanis, founded in the 3rd century BC, and stunning Qarun Lake, which you’ll visit by boat. Tours include a tasty lunch and hotel transfers. A full-day tour of El Fayoum, Karanis, and Qarun Lake from Cairo Get a first-hand peek at Wadi El Rian waterfalls and other natural attractions by boat cruise(optional) Spot regional birdlife, and get a chance to visit two ancient Greco-Roman temples Explore the millennia-old city believed to be the oldest in Egypt, home of Sobek the crocodile god
Stop At:
• Wadi El-Rayan, 65 km southwest of Faiyum city 80 km west of the Nile River, Al Fayyum Egypt
