2 Days Private Fayoum and Alexandria Tour from Cairo

5.0 (17 reviews) Cairo, Egypt
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Duration2 days
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Explore two of Egypt’s most distinctive destinations on one private 2-day experience, combining the natural beauty of Fayoum Oasis with the historic charm of Alexandria. Discover the spectacular Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls and beautiful Magic Lake, try sandboarding across the desert dunes, and enjoy the option to visit Wadi El Hitan (Valley of the Whales), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Alexandria to explore the ancient Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, see Pompey’s Pillar, admire the exterior of the iconic Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and visit the Citadel of Qaitbay overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Throughout the experience, enjoy traditional Egyptian lunch on both days, private air-conditioned transportation, a professional English-speaking guide, and convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo or Giza.

Options

Car + driver + guide

Car, driver,guide: Only Car,Driver and Guide

Pickup included

All Inclusive Tour

Car, driver, guide,lunch, camel ride 30 mints, main entery tickets included, pick up from airport upon arrival.
Pickup included

Car+ driver

Car + driver : Onley Car + Driver
Pickup included

What's included

  • Private English Egyptologist guide
  • Entry Fees (if price option selected)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Bottle Water
  • Lunch (if price option selected)
  • Gratuities
  • Any additional request that is not included on the itinerary is Excluded.

What to expect

Day 1: FAYOUM OASIS, WATERFALLS, MAGIC LAKE & SANDBOARDING
  1. Cairo Governorate
    2h
    Meet your private driver and begin the approximately 1.5–2 hour journey to Fayoum. Travel through the changing scenery from the city to the agricultural landscapes and desert surroundings of the Fayoum Oasis.
  2. Wadi El-Rayan
    2h
    Continue to Wadi El Rayan, a protected natural area famous for its beautiful desert scenery and two interconnected lakes. Visit the Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls and enjoy time to take photographs and appreciate the landscape.
  3. Fayoum Oasis
    2h
    Continue into the desert to discover Magic Lake, one of Fayoum’s most scenic natural attractions. Take in the views of the lake surrounded by golden desert mountains and enjoy some time to relax and explore the area.
  4. Fayoum Oasis
    1h
    Get ready for an exciting desert adventure with a sandboarding experience on the dunes. Your guide will assist you with the activity and provide basic instructions before you begin.
  5. Al Fayyum
    1h
    Stop for a delicious local lunch and enjoy traditional Egyptian flavors in a relaxed setting.
  6. Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan)
    1h
    If included in your selected tour option and the day's schedule allows, continue to Wadi El Hitan (Valley of the Whales), famous for its well-preserved prehistoric whale fossils and unique desert landscape.
  7. Cairo
    2h
    After completing your Fayoum experience, relax during the drive back to Cairo or Giza. You will be dropped off at your hotel, marking the end of your private day trip.
Day 2: ALEXANDRIA CITY TOUR
  1. Cairo
    2h
    Meet your private guide and driver and travel north toward Alexandria, Egypt’s historic Mediterranean city. The journey takes approximately 2.5–3 hours depending on traffic and road conditions.
  2. Catacombs Of Kom El Shoqafa
    2h
    Begin your Alexandria sightseeing with a visit to the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, one of the city’s most important archaeological sites and a fascinating example of the mixture of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman influences.
  3. Pompey's Pillar
    1h
    Continue to Pompey’s Pillar, one of Alexandria’s most recognizable ancient monuments. Learn about the history of the city during the Greco-Roman period.
  4. Bibliotheca Alexandrina
    1h
    Visit the area around the modern Bibliotheca Alexandrina and admire the impressive architecture of this landmark cultural center.
  5. Citadel of Qaitbay
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Continue to the Citadel of Qaitbay, a historic fortress located on Alexandria’s Mediterranean waterfront. Enjoy the coastal scenery and learn about the strategic importance of the site.
  6. Alexandria
    1h
    Enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant in Alexandria.
  7. Cairo
    2h
    After completing your Alexandria tour, relax during the private drive back to Cairo or Giza.

    Drop-off at your hotel marks the end of your 2-day private experience.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our driver and representative will wait for you at the reception desk of your accommodation holding a sign with your name on it.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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