Enjoy a fascinating 2-day Egypt day tour from Cairo to El Fayoum, where nature, history, and adventure come together. Discover the beauty of Lake Qaroun, the remarkable Wadi Hitan (Valley of the Whales), and the stunning Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls. Explore the ancient temples of Qasr Qaroun and Karanis, uncovering Egypt’s hidden treasures beyond the Nile Valley on this unforgettable desert getaway.
Your Memphis Tours guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo for an exciting journey to El Fayoum, located about 95 km southwest of the capital. Begin your adventure at Lake Qaroun, one of the world’s oldest natural lakes and the third largest in Egypt — a paradise for birdwatchers with its diverse migratory species. Continue to the awe-inspiring Wadi Hitan (Valley of the Whales), a UNESCO World Heritage Site within the Wadi El Rayan Protected Area, where 40-million-year-old fossils of early whales, sharks, turtles, and other marine life reveal Earth’s fascinating evolutionary story. On your way back, stop at Mudawara Mountain to admire its stunning desert views, then visit the picturesque Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls, Egypt’s only waterfalls linking two serene lakes set in a natural depression below sea level. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before relaxing for the night — either camping beneath the stars or at a comfortable hotel in Fayoum.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, visit Qasr Qaroun, located about 50 km northwest of Fayoum City. Explore its remarkably preserved Ptolemaic temple and the remains of the ancient Graeco-Roman city of Dionysias. Continue to Karanis, an impressive archaeological site from the Roman era, featuring two temples dedicated to crocodile gods and the remnants of a Roman bath. Visit the small museum displaying pottery, jewelry, glassware, and other artifacts unearthed in the area. After your exploration, return to Cairo, concluding your memorable two-day Egypt day tour filled with history, culture, and desert beauty.
Meals: Breakfast