Tour Details
Embark on an unforgettable day tour from Cairo to Wadi El Hitan and Fayoum Oasis. Marvel at the exceptional fossil remains of early whales at the UNESCO-listed Wadi El Hitan. Enjoy a scenic tour of the Egyptian countryside, indulge in authentic cuisine, and enjoy an exciting desert safari with sandboarding. Return to Cairo with unforgettable memories of this wonderful adventure.
Price Include
- Meeting and assistance at your hotel on arrival and departure.
- All transfers by modern air-conditioned vehicle.
- Entrance fees to the sites are mentioned in the itinerary.
- English-speaking tour guide during visits.
- Lunch in a local restaurant.
- A bottle of water during the transfer.
- All taxes & Services.
Price Excludes
- Entry visa to Egypt
- Personal expenses
- Optional Activities
- Tipping (Recommended)
Day Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Fayoum Oasis, Wadi El Rayan, and Wadi El Hitan Safari
Your adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your Cairo or Giza hotel by a private 4x4 vehicle. Drive towards the Fayoum Oasis, Egypt's largest oasis. Your first stop is the stunning Wadi El Rayan waterfalls, a unique natural phenomenon in the middle of the desert. Continue your off-road safari into the desert to reach Wadi El Hitan (The Valley of the Whales), a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring fascinating fossilized remains of ancient whales that walked on land. After exploring the open-air museum and learning about the region's prehistoric past, experience the thrill of dune bashing. You'll also visit the serene Magic Lake and enjoy a freshly prepared BBQ lunch in a Bedouin camp before making the scenic drive back to your hotel in Cairo.
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Things to bring with you
- A valid Passport for 6 months
- Sunblock & Sunglasses
- Sanitizer gel & Water holder
- Warm clothes in winter
- Cotton clothes in summer
- Camera & Umbrella
- A Hat & Comfortable shoes
Tour FAQ
Which desert and oasis stops are included on the Wadi El Hitan safari from Cairo?
The Fayoum day includes Wadi El Rayan waterfalls, an off-road safari to Wadi El Hitan, the open-air museum, dune bashing, Magic Lake and a BBQ lunch in a Bedouin camp.
What is special about Wadi El Hitan on this Fayoum tour?
Wadi El Hitan, also called the Valley of the Whales, is a UNESCO World Heritage site with fossilized remains of ancient whales that walked on land.
Where does the Wadi El Hitan safari pick up travelers in Cairo?
Pickup is from your Cairo or Giza hotel by private desert vehicle, with the scenic drive back to your hotel in Cairo after the Fayoum safari and lunch.
Answers to common questions about refunds, changing your travel date, visas, payment and gratuities are on our Booking Policies & FAQ page.