3-Day Fayoum & Wadi El Hitan Desert Adventure from Cairo

Multi-day · 3 days / 2 nights · Cairo · Private available · New: no reviews yet

Explore the natural and archaeological wonders of Fayoum on a 3-day adventure from Cairo, including Wadi El Hitan, Lake Qarun, desert dunes, Qaser Al Sagha, Hawara and Meidum Pyramids, with overnight camping and a stay in Tunis Village.

About this Cairo tour

Escape Cairo for a 3-day journey into the natural beauty and ancient history of Fayoum Oasis. Discover the UNESCO-listed Wadi El Hitan, explore the shores of Lake Qarun, enjoy an exciting 4x4 desert adventure and sand dunes, and experience an overnight camp beneath the desert sky. The journey also takes you through fascinating archaeological sites including Qaser Al Sagha, Hawara Pyramid and Meidum Pyramid, while an overnight stay in Tunis Village adds a peaceful local experience to your desert adventure.

Tour highlights

• ✓ Wadi El Hitan (Valley of the Whales)
• ✓ UNESCO World Heritage Site
• ✓ Lake Qarun
• ✓ 4x4 Jeep desert adventure
• ✓ Desert dunes and sandboarding
• ✓ Overnight camping in Wadi El Hitan
• ✓ Desert sunset and BBQ dinner
• ✓ Qaser Al Sagha
• ✓ Tunis Village
• ✓ Hawara Pyramid
• ✓ Meidum Pyramid

Itinerary

1. 1. Day Cairo to Fayoum – Wadi El Hitan & Desert Camping

   Start with pickup from your Cairo hotel or airport and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Fayoum Oasis. Continue by 4x4 Jeep through the desert landscapes toward Lake Qarun and Wadi El Hitan, the Valley of the Whales, where you can discover fossilized remains of ancient whales and learn about the area's prehistoric past. Enjoy lunch in the desert, followed by a spectacular sunset and an open-air BBQ dinner. Overnight camping in Wadi El Hitan.

2. 2. Day Desert Adventure, Qaser Al Sagha & Tunis Village

   Enjoy breakfast before heading out for an exciting 4x4 desert and sand-dune adventure. Continue to explore the Petrified Forest and Qaser Al Sagha, an ancient Middle Kingdom structure in the Fayoum region. Later, return to picturesque Tunis Village and check in at a local lodge. Enjoy a relaxing evening in the village with dinner at the lodge. Overnight in Tunis Village.

3. 3. Day Hawara & Meidum Pyramids – Return to Cairo

   After breakfast, leave Tunis Village and begin the journey back to Cairo. Along the way, visit the Hawara Pyramid and explore the fascinating history of this ancient site. Continue to the Meidum Pyramid, one of Egypt's distinctive early pyramid structures, before driving back to Cairo for drop-off at your hotel.

Good to know

Pickup

Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Cairo Airport. Private transfer to Fayoum and return to Cairo at the end of the trip.

What to bring

Comfortable walking shoes Light and comfortable clothing Warm clothing for the desert night Sunglasses and sunscreen Hat or cap Personal toiletries Camera

Activity level

easy

Cancellation

More than 30 days before the travel date: free cancellation (excluding non-refundable bank charges already incurred). 29–15 days before arrival: 50% of the total booking amount is charged. 14–7 days before arrival: 75% of the total booking amount is charged. Less than 7 days before arrival, no-show or early departure: 100% is charged. Any bank transfer or refund fees are deducted from a refunded amount.

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