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2-Day Fayoum Tour: Wadi El Hitan, Camping, Waterfalls & Tunis Village

Spend two days in Fayoum on a private tour visiting Wadi El Hitan (Whale Valley), Magic Lake, the Fayoum Waterfalls, traditional waterwheels and Tunis Village, with a desert safari and one night camping.

Duration2 Days / 1 Night
LocationFayoum, Wadi El Hitan, Magic Lake, Fayoum Waterfalls, Waterwheels & Tunis Village
Group size1 travelers
LanguagesAll languages available on request
Journey type Package Tour
AvailabilityAccording to availability and confirmed tour arrangements
PickupAccording to the confirmed tour arrangements
PaceFlexible
The experience

Your Fayoum experience, made effortless

Discover Fayoum over two days on a private experience combining natural heritage, desert landscapes, camping, traditional water systems, and local culture.

The first day is dedicated to the desert environment, beginning with Wadi El Hitan, also known as the Valley of the Whales. The site is recognized for its fossil remains, which document the evolutionary history of whales and provide evidence of the region’s ancient environmental history. Its desert setting makes the visit a distinctive combination of natural scenery and scientific heritage.

After exploring Wadi El Hitan, continue with the private safari experience through the Fayoum desert before reaching the camping area. This allows travelers to extend their experience beyond a daytime visit and spend the night within the desert surroundings.

Dinner is served at the camp, followed by an overnight camping stay.

The second day introduces a different side of Fayoum, beginning with Magic Lake, known for its distinctive natural setting. The route then continues to the Fayoum Waterfalls, offering a contrasting landscape where water forms part of the surrounding desert environment.

The tour also includes the traditional Fayoum waterwheels, or sawaqi, which are closely connected with the region’s agricultural heritage and traditional water-lifting methods.

The final visit is Tunis Village, where travelers can experience its distinctive setting and local character. Together, these stops create a varied Fayoum journey that moves from fossil heritage and desert landscapes to natural scenery, traditional water systems, and local culture.

Lunch is included during the second day, before the tour concludes according to the confirmed arrangements.

At a glance

Why you will love this tour

  • 01 Wadi El Hitan, the Valley of the WhalesWadi El Hitan, the Valley of the Whales is one of the main stops or experiences included in the published itinerary.
  • 02 Private desert safari experiencePrivate desert safari experience is one of the main stops or experiences included in the published itinerary.
  • 03 One-night camping stayThis overnight arrangement is included as described in the published itinerary.
  • 04 Dinner at the campThis meal arrangement is included as described in the published itinerary.
  • 05 Magic LakeMagic Lake is one of the main stops or experiences included in the published itinerary.
  • 06 Fayoum WaterfallsFayoum Waterfalls is one of the main stops or experiences included in the published itinerary.
  • 07 Traditional Fayoum waterwheelsTraditional Fayoum waterwheels is one of the main stops or experiences included in the published itinerary.
  • 08 Tunis VillageTunis Village is one of the main stops or experiences included in the published itinerary.
Your route

Day-by-day itinerary

Begin your private Fayoum journey according to the confirmed tour arrangements. Visit Wadi El Hitan, where you can explore the desert landscape and discover fossil remains documenting the evolutionary history of whales. The site provides an opportunity to experience an important part of Fayoum’s natural and geological heritage. Continue with the private safari experience, traveling through the Fayoum desert environment before reaching the camping area. At the end of the first day, settle into the camping area for your overnight stay. Dinner is served at the camp, followed by the overnight camping experience.

Continue the journey with Magic Lake, enjoying its distinctive natural surroundings. Next, visit the Fayoum Waterfalls, a notable natural feature that adds a contrasting water landscape to the desert scenery. Continue to the traditional Fayoum waterwheels, or sawaqi. These structures reflect the region’s long-standing agricultural character and traditional methods of moving water. The final stop is Tunis Village, where you can explore its distinctive setting and local character, adding a cultural element to the natural experiences of the tour. Lunch is included during the second day. After completing the confirmed visits, the tour concludes according to the confirmed tour arrangements.

Good to know

What is included

Included

Covered in your tour

  • All transportation by private car
  • Private safari experience
  • Private professional guide
  • Entrance tickets to all included attractions
  • Camping for 1 night
  • Dinner at the camp
  • Lunch

Not included

Plan for separately

  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities
  • Tips
  • Travel insurance
  • Services not specifically mentioned as included

Your destination

Fayoum

Fayoum

Fayoum, also written Faiyum, combines countryside, lakes, pottery traditions and desert landscapes southwest of Cairo. Choose a focused day trip or an overnight stay to explore places such as Tunis Village, Wadi El Rayan and Wadi Al-Hitan without rushing between them.

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Family travel

Child Policy

Infants are under 2 years old

An infant is a traveler under 2 years old on the date of travel. Travelers aged 2 or older must be entered as children or adults according to the confirmed age bands. Please send each child’s age so we can confirm the correct price, seating, and required documents before booking.

Plan with confidence

Who this tour suits & booking policies

Perfect for

Travel styles this journey suits well

  • First-time visitors
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Longer stays

Cancellation policy

Clear terms before you confirm

Cancellation terms can vary when flights, hotels, cruises, or special permits are included. We confirm the exact terms with your quotation before payment.

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FAQ

Questions about this tour

This is a 2-day, 1-night private tour. Day 1 covers Wadi El Hitan, the private safari experience, and camping with dinner. Day 2 includes Magic Lake, Fayoum Waterfalls, traditional waterwheels, and Tunis Village, with lunch included.

The overnight stay is at the camping area in Fayoum after the first day’s visits. Dinner is served at the camp before the overnight stay.

The tour includes private-car transportation, a private safari experience, a private professional guide, entrance tickets to all included attractions, one night of camping, dinner at the camp, and lunch.

All languages are available on request. Please tell us your preferred language when you enquire or book so we can confirm a suitable licensed guide for your travel dates.

Child prices and age bands vary by tour, travel date and group setup. Please send each child’s age at the time of travel; we will confirm the applicable per-person price and any required seating or documents before booking.

The meeting point and pickup time are confirmed with you before travel. They depend on your hotel, ship or arrival details and the final itinerary.

The listed exclusions are Personal expenses, Optional activities, Tips, Travel insurance and Services not specifically mentioned as included. Optional activities and personal purchases are only included when they appear in your written confirmation.

Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sun protection, a hat and any personal medication you may need.

Book at least 2 days before travel. Earlier booking is recommended when the itinerary uses flights, limited-entry tickets or port pickup.

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