Fayoum Oasis & Wadi El-Rayan Waterfalls Tour
Discover Lake Qarun, a traditional pottery village, and the desert waterfalls of Wadi El-Rayan on a full-day trip from Cairo.
About this activity
Visit Fayoum Oasis, Lake Qarun, and the Wadi El-Rayan waterfalls on a full-day guided trip from Cairo. Hotel pickup included.
Full description
Your Fayoum day trip begins with an early pickup from your hotel for the drive southwest of Cairo into the desert oasis region. You'll first stop at Lake Qarun, one of the oldest natural lakes in the world, followed by a visit to a traditional pottery village where local artisans still hand-throw pottery using centuries-old techniques. Next, you'll head to Wadi El-Rayan, a protected nature reserve featuring a serie…
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Egyptologist guide
- Bottled water during the tour
Not included
- Entry tickets to sites (paid on-site)
- Personal expenses and shopping
- Tipping for guide and driver
- Lunch (stop at a local restaurant, not included in the price)
About this activity
Highlights
- ✓Visit Lake Qarun, one of the oldest natural lakes in the world
- ✓See the desert waterfalls of Wadi El-Rayan
- ✓Try sandboarding on the surrounding dunes
- ✓Explore a traditional pottery-making village
Tour Itinerary & Map
- 1 Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza
- 2 Stop at Lake Qarun, one of the oldest natural lakes in the world
- 3 Visit Tunis Village, known for its traditional hand-thrown pottery workshops
- 4 Discover the waterfalls of Wadi El-Rayan, a protected nature reserve in the desert
- 5 Try sandboarding on the dunes surrounding Wadi El-Rayan
- 6 Return transfer to your hotel in Cairo or Giza
Why Choose This Tour
Trade Cairo's crowds for open desert scenery and a protected nature reserve.
Try sandboarding on the dunes, a fun activity you won't find on typical Cairo tours.
We offer competitive rates for this Fayoum day trip. Book now!
What to Bring
Trip Essentials
Full day experience
Cairo, Egypt
Professional guides & equipment
Secure & flexible options
