Private Tour of the Valley of the Whales and Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls in El Fayoum from Cairo

Overview

This private excursion from Cairo takes you to discover the natural landscapes of El Fayoum, specifically the Valley of the Whales and the Wadi El Rayan waterfalls. The journey begins at the Valley of the Whales, famous for its ancient and well-preserved whale fossils that testify to the region's geological history. You will then explore the Wadi El Rayan waterfalls, an oasis located in the heart of the desert. The package includes round-trip transfers from your hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle, lunch, and entrance fees. The trip also includes a Jeep safari to access the sites.

Itinerary

1. Le Caire

   pickup from your Hotel at 07:00 AM, Drive from Cairo to El Fayoum around 1 hour, and start the tour Then drive back to your hotel in Cairo.

   · 5 h

2. visitng the Tunis Village in Fayoum, The small village of Tunis (‘izbat Tunis) is located in the oasis of Fayoum, on the way to Wadi Rayan. Located on a hill facing a large salt water lake, the village overlooks a stunning view of the edge of the desert on the other side of the lake. It is one of the most beautiful places in Egypt.

   · 1 h

3. Then Visit the Qarun Lake, Qarun Lake is considered the oldest natural lakes in the world, the third-largest lake in Egypt and the rest of Lake Old Maurice.

   · 1 h

4. Wadi El-Rayan

   Then head to Wadi El Rayan & Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls, The waterfalls in Wadi el-Rayan are a natural phenomenon, and are considered to be the largest waterfalls in Egypt.

   · 1 h

5. Vallée des Baleines

   After waterfalls drive to Whales Valley, Wadi Al-Hitan, in the Western Desert of Egypt, contains invaluable fossil remains of the earliest, and now extinct, suborder of whales, Archaeoceti. Lunch will be served at a good quality After the Lunch enjoy Sand boarding, Enjoy the Sand Dunes and Magic Lake in one of the best destinations in Egypt Then drive back to your hotel in Cairo.

   · 1 h

6. After the Lunch enjoy Sand boarding, Enjoy the Sand Dunes and Magic Lake in one of the best destinations in Egypt.

   · 1 h

Pickup

Pickup included.

As per confirmed pickup time you will find our tour guide waiting for you and he will hold a sign showing our company name

What to know before you go

• Public transport available nearby.
• Special needs child seats available.
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels.
• Jeep safari is included.
• Confirmation is immediate upon booking.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

• From 1 day before: 100% refunded.
• From 0 days before: 0% refunded.

Who is it for?

• Travellers seeking a private excursion
• Nature and geology enthusiasts
• Families with children
• People speaking English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, or Arabic

What makes it different

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off included
• Jeep safari and lunch included
• Entirely private tour with air-conditioned vehicle

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