Lake Qarun & Fayoum Oasis Tour from Cairo

Discover Fayoum’s hidden wonders—nature, adventure, and authentic Egyptian life in one day.

Start City

Cairo

End City

Cairo

Duration

1 Day

Price From

$144

Tour Overview

Lake Qarun & Fayoum Oasis Tour from Cairo is a refreshing nature escape that takes travelers from the busy capital to one of Egypt’s most beautiful natural regions. The tour includes Lake Qarun, known for its scenic views and peaceful atmosphere, as well as the Fayoum Oasis, famous for its desert landscapes, wildlife, and unique geological formations. This experience is ideal for nature lovers and photographers who want to explore a different side of Egypt beyond its historical monuments, offering a relaxing and visually stunning day trip from Cairo.

Day by Day Itinerary

Your journey begins early in the morning with pickup from your hotel in Cairo, followed by a comfortable drive to Fayoum Oasis (approx. 1.5–2 hours).

Stop 1: Lake Qarun

Arrive at the peaceful Lake Qarun, Egypt’s largest natural lake. Enjoy panoramic views, fresh air، and a relaxing start to your day surrounded by desert landscapes.

Stop 2: Valley of the Whales (Wadi El Hitan)

Head into the desert by 4×4 jeep to explore the UNESCO-listed Valley of the Whales, where you’ll witness fascinating fossil remains of ancient whales that lived millions of years ago. Learn about Egypt’s prehistoric past and the transformation of this area from ocean to desert.

Stop 3: Sandboarding at Modawara Mountain

For adventure lovers, enjoy sandboarding on the soft dunes near Modawara Mountain. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, it’s a fun and thrilling desert activity.

Stop 4: Tunis Village Cultural Experience

Continue to Tunis Village, a charming village known for its pottery and artistic vibe.
Discover local Participate in a traditional bread-baking experience
Interact with local artisans and farmers

Enjoy a freshly prepared Egyptian lunch featuring authentic local dishes.

After a relaxing Bedouin tea experience, begin your journey back to Cairo, arriving in the evening with unforgettable memories of nature, culture, and adventure.

Meals: Lunch

What's Included & excluded

Included

Hotel pickup & drop-off in Cairo

All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle

4×4 jeep safari in the desert

English-speaking local guide

Entrance fees to all mentioned sites

Lunch at a local restaurant

Bottled mineral water

All taxes and service charges

Not Included

Personal expenses

Drinks

Tipping

Tour Information
Prices & Children Policy
Booking & Cancellation

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Tour Information

  • Experience our Skip the Line service, designed to save you time and effort. Your visa will be efficiently processed upon arrival.
  • Benefit from multilingual support provided by our fluent-speaking professional Egyptologists.
  • Customize all tours according to your preferences and needs.
  • Please note that hotel ratings in Egypt differ from those in the USA or Europe
  • Extend your stay with the option to add extra nights before or after the tour.
  • Enhance your experience by replacing the night train with an additional hotel night and a domestic flight.

Prices

  • Tour prices are regularly updated to ensure competitive rates. Once your tour is confirmed, the price will not change and includes no hidden fees.

  • Payments can be made securely using major credit cards, secure online payment platform, or wire transfer.

  • Prices are quoted in US dollars per person, but payments can also be made in Euro, British Pound Sterling, or other accepted currencies.

  • The listed prices are valid until April 30, 2027. For bookings after this date or for Christmas, New Year, and Easter, special pricing may apply.

Children Policy

  1. Children Pricing:
    • Ages 2–5.99 years: 25% of the tour price
    • Ages 6–11.99 years: 50% of the tour price
    • Ages 12+ years: Full adult price
  2. Child prices apply when sharing a room with parents (maximum 2 children). Extra beds, domestic flights, or ferry journeys may incur additional charges.

Booking

  • Book early to secure hotel rooms, domestic flights, Nile cruise cabins, and other travel services.

  • A 25% deposit is required to confirm the booking. During Christmas and New Year, a 50% deposit is required. This deposit is part of the total tour payment.

  •  Deposits can be paid via major credit cards, secure online payment platform, or bank wire transfer.

Cancellation

  •  All cancellations must be submitted by email to provide written confirmation.

  • Cancellation Fees:

    • 41+ days before arrival: 10% of deposit

    • 40–30 days: 25% of total tour price

    • 29–15 days: 50% of total tour price

    • 14–7 days: 75% of total tour price

    • 7–1 days: 100% of total tour price
      Domestic flight cancellations follow airline policies.

  • Refunds are processed to the original payment method within 14 working days. No refund is issued for no-shows. Emergency situations (government or airline travel warnings) follow a flexible cancellation policy.

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