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Fayoum Oasis Tour to Karanis, Qarun Lake, Wadi El Rian Waterfalls

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Cairo, Egypt

9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Offered in: English

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Overview

Escape from Cairo’s hustle and bustle to the ancient oasis of Al-Fayoum on this private trip with an Egyptologist at the helm. Admire the Greco-Roman city of Karanis and its archaeological museum, ride a boat amid the rich bird life of salty Lake Qarun, and marvel at the desert waterfalls of Wadi el-Rayan. There’s time for a local restaurant lunch before you return to Cairo.

Get up close with nature, archaeology, and birdlife at the Al-Fayoum oasis
Egyptologist guide arranges everything and clues you in on the history
Savor authentic flavors over lunch at a local restaurant
Private 2-way hotel transfers save time, with no stops for other travelers

What's Included

Lunch
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle

Alcoholic Beverages
Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Our guide will pick up our guest from hotel

What To Expect

Wadi El-Rayan

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 13 reviews

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Great Fun!

Lainie_S, Dec 2025

Fantastic experience! Has to be a favourite of my trip!! My guide was friendly, fun and managed to make this tour so memorable! Would 100% do it again!!!

Response from Host, Dec 2025

we are so happy to share your great experience in Egypt and we were part of it

Out of the city

Karen_F, Sep 2021

Visiting Fayoum was a nice day out of Cairo, and Hossam was great about answering all of our questions. The lunch with the family was very good, but the bathroom was wet and there was no toilet paper so come prepared.