The Best 3 Days Short Break to Cairo and Fayoum Oasis

Kick off your Cairo short break tour with a satisfying breakfast at the campsite, followed by a visit to Bahariya Oasis to witness the Tomb of Bannantiu and the Valley of the Golden Mummies, a significant Egyptian burial site in the Western Desert.

Next, venture to Bawiti's Salt Lake, English House, and sand dunes for an immersive experience. After enjoying lunch at Bahariya Oasis, return to your accommodation in Bahariya to relax and spend the night.

Begin your tour by enjoying breakfast at your Bahariya accommodation before being picked up in the morning. Your private guide will accompany you in a comfortable, air-conditioned van as you travel to the El Fayoum Oasis is a large depression located in the Western Desert of Egypt, approximately 100 kilometers southwest of Cairo. Explore the dry lagoons and ancient temple ruins of the Fayoum Oasis, and marvel at the waterfalls of Wadi El Rayan.

Upon reaching Fayoum Oasis, take in the dry and arid environment, and admire the birds at Qaroun Lake. Visit the Fayoum Museum to discover more about the ancient city of Karanis through its collection of statues and Roman portraits.

After your tour, stop for lunch before venturing to the Wadi Al Rayan environmental reserve, which is celebrated for its diverse wildlife, lakes, and springs. Don't forget to snap some photos of Egypt's largest waterfall. Enjoy a ride on a felucca, a traditional wooden sailboat, before your driver takes you back to your Cairo hotel to conclude your tour.