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Fayoum Day Tour: Tunis Village, Wadi El Hitan & Magic Lake

Leave Cairo for the Fayoum to visit the artistic village of Tunis, the UNESCO World Heritage site of Wadi El Hitan (Whale Valley) and the colorful Magic Lake.

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Duration1 Day
LocationFayoum, Tunis Village, Wadi El Hitan (Whale Valley) and Magic Lake
Group size1 travelers
LanguagesAll languages available on request
Journey type Day Tour
AvailabilityAccording to availability and confirmed tour arrangements
PickupAccording to the confirmed tour arrangements
PaceFlexible
The experience

Your Fayoum experience, made effortless

Fayoum is one of Egypt's most underrated and beautiful destinations, an oasis region just southwest of Cairo. This private day tour combines art, nature and history in a single unforgettable day.

The tour begins with a visit to Tunis Village, a small artistic community famous for its pottery workshops and unique rural charm. Surrounded by palm groves and the gentle Qarun Lake, the village is a peaceful introduction to countryside life.

From Tunis Village you will continue to Wadi El Hitan, the UNESCO World Heritage site known as the Valley of the Whales, where the evolution of whales is captured in amazing fossil skeletons. The tour finishes at the Magic Lake, whose unusual mineral colors create an almost unreal landscape.

Further reading: Fayoum Guide: Tunis Village, Wadi El Hitan and Magic Lake.

At a glance

Why you will love this tour

  • 01 Visit the artistic community of Tunis VillageVisit the artistic community of Tunis Village is one of the main stops or experiences included in the published itinerary.
  • 02 See the extraordinary fossils of Wadi El Hitan (Valley of the Whales)See the extraordinary fossils of Wadi El Hitan (Valley of the Whales) is one of the main stops or experiences included in the published itinerary.
  • 03 Admire the mineral colors of the Magic LakeAdmire the mineral colors of the Magic Lake is one of the main stops or experiences included in the published itinerary.
  • 04 Experience the beauty of the Fayoum oasisExperience the beauty of the Fayoum oasis is one of the main stops or experiences included in the published itinerary.
  • 05 Discover the fossil heritage documenting the evolutionary history of whalesDiscover the fossil heritage documenting the evolutionary history of whales is one of the main stops or experiences included in the published itinerary.
  • 06 Experience a private safari in the Fayoum desertExperience a private safari in the Fayoum desert is one of the main stops or experiences included in the published itinerary.
  • 07 Explore the contrasting village, desert, and lake landscapes of FayoumExplore the contrasting village, desert, and lake landscapes of Fayoum is one of the main stops or experiences included in the published itinerary.
  • 08 Dedicated guideA private guide is included for the sightseeing in the published itinerary.
Your route

How your day unfolds

Depart from Cairo in the morning and drive to the Fayoum, about 100 km away.

Visit Tunis Village and explore its pottery workshops and palm-shaded lanes.

Continue to Wadi El Hitan (Valley of the Whales) to see the famous whale fossil skeletons.

Finish at the Magic Lake and enjoy the landscape of the desert and lake.

Return to Cairo, arriving at your hotel.

Good to know

What is included

Included

Covered in your tour

  • All transportation by private, air-conditioned car
  • Private professional guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Bottled water
  • Private safari experience
  • Lunch

Not included

Plan for separately

  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities
  • Tips
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals, unless specified

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
  • Private groups

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

Wadi El Hitan (Valley of the Whales) is a UNESCO World Heritage site in the Fayoum desert famous for its extraordinary fossil skeletons of early whales. It offers a unique window into the evolution of these marine mammals.

The Magic Lake is a natural lake in the Fayoum whose unusual mineral composition gives its water striking and changeable colors, creating a beautiful and almost unreal desert landscape.

Yes, this is a private tour with your own vehicle and guide, offering a flexible and personal day out from Cairo.

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 published itinerary is planned within one day. Your exact pickup and return times are confirmed before travel because traffic, opening hours and the pickup location can affect the schedule.

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 published inclusions cover All transportation by private, air-conditioned car, Private professional guide, Entrance fees, Bottled water, Private safari experience and Lunch. Check your confirmation for the final list attached to your 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 Meals, unless specified. Optional activities and personal purchases are only included when they appear in your written confirmation.

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