Fayoum Oasis Tour to Karanis, Qarun Lake, Wadi El Rian Waterfalls
Cairo, Egypt
Get beyond the Cairo sights on a full-day, private tour to Al-Fayoum that explores nature, history, and wildlife in an ancient oasis. Visit the salty, scenic Lake Qarun, then explore the collection of Roman-era mummy portraits and statues in the Fayoum museum. Discover a series of waterfalls in the heart of the desert at Wadi El-Rayan, set sail on a traditional Egyptian felucca, and dine at a local restaurant before returning to the city.
Description
Itinerary
Escape the bustle of the city and discover a range of scenic attractions on this relaxing, Egyptologist-led day trip from Cairo. Head to the ancient desert town of El Fayoum by air-conditioned minivan. Other sights include the mud brick ruins of temple-filled Karanis, founded in the 3rd century BC, and stunning Qarun Lake, which you’ll visit by boat. Tours include a tasty lunch and hotel transfers. A full-day tour of El Fayoum, Karanis, and Qarun Lake from Cairo Get a first-hand peek at Wadi El Rian waterfalls and other natural attractions by boat cruise(optional) Spot regional birdlife, and get a chance to visit two ancient Greco-Roman temples Explore the millennia-old city believed to be the oldest in Egypt, home of Sobek the crocodile god
Stop At:
• Wadi El-Rayan, 65 km southwest of Faiyum city 80 km west of the Nile River, Al Fayyum Egypt
Inclusions
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Coffee and/or Tea
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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