Overnight Fayoum Oasis Trip from Cairo
Two relaxed days in Fayoum, the closest desert oasis to Cairo: waterfalls, lakes and dunes, a night by the lake and the fossil whales of Wadi El Hitan.
Tour at a glance
Operated by Stars Camp, Bahariya Oasis · Updated November 2026
Overview
Fayoum is only about two hours from Cairo, yet it feels a world away. This private overnight trip shows you its lakes, waterfalls and golden dunes, with a night in a calm lodge and time to visit the pottery village of Tunis.
On day two you walk among the fossil skeletons of ancient whales at Wadi El Hitan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before returning to Cairo in the afternoon.
Highlights
- Wadi El Rayan waterfalls
- Magic Lake and the dunes
- Tunis Village pottery workshops
- Sunset over Lake Qarun
- Wadi El Hitan, the Valley of the Whales (UNESCO)
Day by day itinerary
Cairo to Fayoum: waterfalls, Magic Lake and the dunes
Pickup around 8 am and drive to Fayoum. Visit Wadi El Rayan lakes and waterfalls, then Magic Lake and the dunes for sunset.
Dinner and overnight at a lodge near Lake Qarun or Tunis Village.
Tunis Village, Whale Valley and return
Breakfast, a walk through Tunis Village and its pottery workshops, then Wadi El Hitan and its open-air fossil museum.
Return to Cairo in the late afternoon.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
- Private air-conditioned car
- Local guide
- 1 night lodge accommodation
- Meals listed
- Entry fees for Wadi El Rayan and Wadi El Hitan
- Bottled water
Not included
- Tips (optional)
- Personal expenses
Prices
Price per person in US dollars. The more travellers in your group, the lower the price per person.
| Group size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 traveller | $240 |
| 2 travellers | $160 |
| 3 travellers | $135 |
| 4 travellers | $120 |
| 5+ travellers | $105 |
👶 All prices are final and all inclusive. There are no extra charges and no hidden fees. Children under 6 travel free. Children 6 to 11 pay 50% of the adult price. From 12 years, adult price applies.
We also accept payment in Egyptian pounds, euros or any other currency at the equivalent value.
What to bring
Suitable for: Families, couples and anyone looking for a short nature escape from Cairo.
Why book with Stars Camp
Local guide teamLed by Ahmed Lotfy and our Bahariya team.
Our own 4x4s & gearVehicles, tents and camp kitchen we own.
Our own hotelRooms, pools and home cooking in El Bawiti.
Direct, no middlemenTalk to the people who run your trip.
What our guests say
Questions about this tour
Are there any extra or hidden fees?
No. The price you see is the final, all inclusive price. The only things not included are optional tips and your personal expenses.
How far is Fayoum from Cairo?
About 100 km, usually around 2 hours by road.
Can we try sandboarding in Fayoum?
Yes, as an optional extra on the dunes near Magic Lake.
Is this trip good for children?
Yes. Driving times are short and the sites are easy to walk.
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