Egypt · Archaeology

10-Hour Faiyum Oasis Tour with Meidum and Hawara Pyramids

10 Hours Round trip from Faiyum Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Marvel at the incredible pyramids of Meidum and Hawara
02 Visit the famous El Fayyum Oasis and its fertile desert landscapes
03 Explore the sacred site of Qasr Qarun by Lake Qarun
04 Spot various species of birds near the shores of Lake Qarun

Embark on this sightseeing excursion to explore the majestic Faiyum (El Fayyum), an immense oasis in the desert of Egypt. Travel through its beautiful landscapes to the incredible pyramids of Meidum and Hawara, then visit the sacred site of Qasr Qarun by alluring Lake Qarun. Along the way, enjoy the oasis scenery and spot a great diversity of birds near the lakeshore.

Your first visit is to the archaeological zone of Meidum, where the pyramid of Pharaoh Honi of the Third Dynasty is located.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Cairo, Faiyum

Languages English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Faiyum Oasis, Meidum Pyramid and Lake Qarun

Early in the morning, our guide will pick you up from your hotel to begin the trip to the city of Faiyum, 110 km south of Cairo, where you will see the impressive and fertile landscapes of the Faiyum Oasis.
Your first visit is to the archaeological zone of Meidum, where the pyramid of Pharaoh Honi of the Third Dynasty is located. You can visit it from the inside.
Then, continue to the Pyramid of Hawara, built of adobe and dating back to the Middle Kingdom.
Next, follow the road to an ancient temple dating from the Roman era, known as Qasr Qarun, passing through Lake Qarun, one of the most important areas of the oasis. Its saline waters lie below sea level.
On the way back along the same road, enjoy lunch on the shores of Lake Qarun. Here, you can appreciate the rich local fauna, characterized especially by the great diversity of birds.
In the afternoon, return to your hotel in Cairo.