Egypt · Desert Adventure

2-Day Cairo and Al Fayoum Jeep Safari with Desert Camping

2 Days Round trip from Cairo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Wadi El Hitan and see ancient whale bones and skeletons in the desert
02 Visit Wadi El Rayan waterfalls, Karon Lake, and the colorful Magic Lake
03 Enjoy sand boarding and a 4x4 Jeep safari across the great sand sea
04 Camp in the desert in well-furnished tents and dine under the shiny stars
05 Discover the Pyramids of Cheops, Khafre, Menkaure, the Sphinx, and Old Cairo

Enjoy a marvelous 2-day tour from Cairo that combines desert adventure, natural wonders, and iconic ancient sites. Travel to Al Fayoum to explore Wadi El Hitan, Wadi El Rayan, Karon Lake, and the Magic Lake, then experience a Jeep safari, sand boarding, and an overnight stay in well-furnished desert tents under the stars. On the second day, return to Cairo to discover the Pyramids of Cheops, Khafre, and Menkaure, the Sphinx, papyrus art, and the atmosphere of Old Cairo and its famous bazaar.

Visit the Valley of the Whales, where you can see whale bones and skeletons that have remained for millions of years from the time when the desert once lay beneath the ocean.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Cairo, Faiyum, Wadi El Hitan, Wadi El Rayan

Languages Arabic, English, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Al Fayoum Desert Adventure and Camping

Drive by bus or car from Cairo to Al Fayoum, about 120 km.
Your adventure and fun begin after a short rest with coffee or tea.
Visit the Valley of the Whales, where you can see whale bones and skeletons that have remained for millions of years from the time when the desert once lay beneath the ocean.
See the various desert sculptures formed naturally over time.
Explore Wadi El Rayan and its waterfalls in the middle of the desert.
Visit Karon Lake, the biggest lake in Egypt, and enjoy rowing in the middle of the desert.
Try sand boarding and enjoy the atmosphere of the great sand sea.
Discover the Magic Lake, a lake in the middle of the desert known for its amazing colors.
Enjoy a picnic lunch.
Experience a Jeep safari, a cool adventure in the Sahara.
Have dinner under the shiny stars.
Overnight in the desert at a camping place with well-furnished tents.

Day 02

Sunrise in the Desert and Cairo Highlights

Enjoy a sunrise walk in the middle of the desert, followed by breakfast.
Drive back to Cairo, where you will have the chance to discover the secrets of the great pyramids of Cheops, Khafre, and Menkaure, as well as the Holy Sphinx.
Walk around the pyramid area to reveal more secrets, explore in your own way, enjoy an unforgettable experience, and get away from the boring routine of the tourist bus.
Go deeper into history through papyrus, its amazing inscriptions, and pictures.
Lunch will be grilled chicken at a restaurant close to the pyramids.
Walk through and discover Old Cairo, including its old gates, cafeterias, streets, mosques, markets, and the well-known Cairo Bazaar.