Tour Overview
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1 Day
Duration
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Cairo, Egypt
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Basic
🌿 Embrace Countryside Calm and Desert Enchantment: Swap the city's hustle for a day of nature, art, and adventure. Dive into the world of pottery crafting and chase breathtaking desert sunsets. Experience the essence of Fayoum in just 12 unforgettable hours. 👉 Check out the detailed itinerary below 👇
What to Expect
Expect to leave with your hands full of craft, your heart full of adventurous joy, and your shoes full of sand (don't worry, this will be fixed fast!)😉
What’s Included, What’s Not
- Private round-trip transportation from Cairo
- Full 1-day itinerary as described
- Brunch: fresh feteer with cheese and tomatoes, eggs, and 2 types of honey + a drink of choice: coffee/tea/lemon-mint lemonade
- Beduin Lunch: Mandi meal
- Entry ticket to Wadi El-Rayan: Foreigners – $5 / Egyptians – 15 EGP (Cash)
- Personal expenses
Our Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
09:00 | Departure from Cairo
Set off from Cairo in a comfortable private car, leaving the city behind for a day of exploration.
11:00 | Arrival in Fayoum
Arrive in Fayoum and kick off your day with a light, fresh feteer brunch—a local delicacy.
12:30 | Pottery Workshop
Get creative with a hands-on pottery workshop led by an artisan trained by the Village founder, Evelyne. Craft your own clay masterpiece to take home.
13:30 | Tunis Pottery Village Walk
Stroll through the charming Tunis Village, immerse yourself in the unique Fayoum pottery style, and enjoy time to shop at local boutiques.
14:00 | Desert Safari Adventure
Embark on an unforgettable desert safari with a professional guide and 4x4 vehicle.
14:30 | Wadi El-Rayan
Marvel at the desert's only waterfalls and take in the stunning views.
15:00 | Secret Viewpoints
Discover hidden gems of the Fayoum Desert from secret lookout spots.
15:30 | Bedouin Lunch
Savor an authentic mandi chicken meal in a traditional Bedouin camp.
16:00 | Qusoor Al-Arab
Feel the thrill of dune bashing and sandboarding for an adrenaline rush.
16:30 | Surreal Desert Cave
Explore a fascinating cave and witness the layers of natural evolution firsthand.
17:00 | Magic Lake Sunset
Relax with a cup of Bedouin tea as you watch the sun set over the legendary Magic Lake.
21:00 | Return to Tunis Village and Head Back to Cairo
Conclude your adventure as you journey back to Cairo in your private car.
Note: The order of the program may be adjusted for optimal convenience, but the full itinerary will be covered.
23:00 | Arrival in Cairo
Arrive back in Cairo with unforgettable memories of your day in Fayoum.
From
$73.5
Per Person
YOUR LOCAL GUIDE
YOUR LOCAL GUIDE
Pickup point is required
Meeting Place
1 Mohammed Mahmoud, Bab Al Louq, Qasr El Nil, Cairo Governorate 4272077, Egypt
Price Breakdown
2 Adults * $75.00
$150.00
Total Price
$70
Tour Packages
Number Of Person
1 - 1
Price
299.25/pp
Number Of Person
2 - 2
Price
155.4/pp
Number Of Person
3 - 3
Price
110.25/pp
Number Of Person
4 - 4
Price
89.25/pp
Number Of Person
5 - 5
Price
73.5/pp
Things to know
What to wear
Hat or scarf
Light, breathable clothes (linen/cotton) that cover your arms and legs—especially if you tend to get sunburned easily
Sandals or closed shoes (if you don’t mind some sand inside; for sandboarding, we’ll take them off anyway)
Sunscreen and sunglasses
What to take
Cash of 250 egp or $5 for foreigners for Wadi El-Rayan Entry Fee
Cash for Fayoum pottery shopping if preferred - we will have time for it during Tunis Village walk!
Wipes and tissues Optional: A tumbler with cold water (we’ll also have several kiosks to buy it from)
A fully charged power bank if your phone battery doesn’t last long
About food
The program includes two meals: Brunch with feteer on arrival
A full lunch (around 3:30 PM) during the safari adventure 🍌If you usually need an earlier breakfast (especially something savory), make sure to eat before we leave or bring something to snack on during the ride. 🍫
If you’d like some nutritious snacks in between (nuts, protein bars, dates, etc.), feel free to bring your own. There will also be kiosks along the way! 🚫
If you have any food allergies or diets let me know in advance!
Round transportation
The drive Cairo - Fayoum takes about 2 hours or 2 hours 15 mins. We will ride in a comfortable air-conditioned private car with a professional driver. The pickup is from your place.
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