Description
Day Tour to Fayoum Oasis from Cairo, Visit The Museum of Kom Aushim, Fayoum obelisk, Kiman Faris Karanis City, Hawara Pyramids Fayoum Lake and Wadi El Rayan. Fayoum Originally called Shedet in Ancient Egypt, the Greeks called it Crocodilopolis or Krocodilopolis, the Romans called it Arsinoë and the Arabs Madinat Al Fayoum. It is one of Egypt’s oldest cities, possibly the world and it was the seat of the worship of the crocodile god, “Sobek”.
Included
Air conditioned van with a modern model
Expert tour guide
All the entrance fees to all the mentioned sites in our program
All Service charges & taxes
lunch in a local restaurant
Karanis city
Hawara pyramids
Koum Oshem museum
Excluded
Any extras
Drinks
Remember to bring
Hat
sunglasses
Suncreams
Frequently Asked Questions
The highlights include the ancient waterwheels (Fayoum's symbol), Lake Qarun's shores with flamingos and waterfowl, the natural waterfall at Wadi El Rayan, the sand dunes overlooking the two lakes, and charming local villages known for pottery. The route gives an excellent overview of Fayoum's natural and cultural richness.
Fayoum is an excellent choice for travellers seeking something beyond the standard Pyramids-Luxor circuit. It offers genuine Egyptian rural life, stunning natural landscapes, abundant wildlife, prehistoric wonders at Wadi Al Hitan, and relatively few crowds. It is particularly recommended for nature lovers, photographers, and those on a return visit to Egypt.
Fayoum is an ideal destination for families with children. Kids love the natural waterfall (safe for paddling), the colourful birds at Lake Qarun, the ancient waterwheels, and the open sand dunes. The pace is relaxed and there is no requirement for extensive walking. It makes for a fun, educational day out away from the city.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and breathable clothing suitable for outdoor activities. A light jacket is useful in winter months as the desert can be cooler than Cairo. Bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and a camera. If you plan to wade in the waterfall area, bring a towel and a change of shoes.
All tours are operated by licensed Egyptian travel companies under the supervision of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.
1) Discover Fayoum Oasis
Pick up time from your hotel in Giza or Cairo at 07:00 and drive to Fayoum, discover Fayoum oasis Private Tour guide to The Museum of Kom Aushim The Museum is Good Place to pick guides to all parts of Fayoum. The Museum was originally erected in 1974. It Exhibits artefacts dating from Prehistoric to Roman Periods it Also Exhibits Fayoum Portrait Karanis ( The Lord`s Town) is one of the Largest Greco Roman Cities in the Fayoum. Founded in the Third Century B.c and Originally inhabited by the Mercenaries of Ptolemy the Second`s Army. The City has two temples Hawara( Arsinoiton polis) It was the site of the Pyramid Complex by Amenemhet III, Dates back to the twelfth Dynasty lunch will be served on Qarun Lake Qarun lake Named after the King who buried with all his gold and riches somewhere in the wadi. Wadi El Rayan and waterfall Wadi El Rayan is a depression 42 Meters below sea level and covers 673 K.m In 1966 this depression became water reservoir when it was connected with Qarun Lake by underground Pipes
Then Drive to Cairo after visiting the Lake