Fayoum Day Trips and sightseeing from Cairo with our guide to enjoy a unique visit to Fayoum major sights with Luna Travel Egypt. Your gate to the country of mysterious, Egypt. This itinerary included visiting these sightseeing :
Wādī al-Ḥītān ( Valley of the wales):
Is a paleontological site in the Faiyum Governorate of Egypt, some 150 kilometres (93 mi) south-west of Cairo. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in July 2005 for its hundreds of fossils of some of the earliest forms of whale, the archaeoceti (a now extinct sub-order of whales). The site reveals evidence for the explanation of one of the greatest mysteries of the evolution of whales: the emergence of the whale as an ocean-going mammal from a previous life as a land-based animal.
No other place in the world yields the number, concentration and quality of such fossils, nor their accessibility and setting in an attractive and protected landscape. The valley was therefore inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2005.
Faiyum is a city located geographically in Lower Egypt but culturally and politically in Upper Egypt 100 kilometres (62 miles), southwest of Cairo. In the Faiyum Oasis, it is the capital of the modern Faiyum Governorate. It is one of Egypt’s oldest cities due to its strategic location.
- Lake Qarun: Situated within Egypt’s Fayoum Governorate, Lake Qarun is often referred to as the most ancient lake in the world. The picturesque saltwater lake is also a popular destination among birdwatchers that come here to see 90 species of migratory birds. You can spot gazelles, ducks, and even flamingos here. You can also book a boat trip on the lake and enjoy activities like kayaking and fishing.
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Wadi El Rayan
You are now entering Wadi El Rayan, a protected national park that consists of sand dunes, picturesque springs, human-made lakes, and pristine waterfalls. It is a place popular with sandboarders and bird watchers who come here to spot rare species of birds. You can enjoy activities such as boat riding, jeep safari, kayaking, and horseback riding.
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Tunis Village
Located in the oasis of Fayoum, Tunis Village is one of the most beloved destinations in this part of Egypt. This picturesque village nestled on a hill overlooking Lake Qarun is regarded as a hub for art and handmade pottery. You can look forward to visiting pottery studios where you can observe artisans at work, join pottery-making activities, and purchase beautiful ceramics. Other activities here include horseback riding and birdwatching.
