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Al Fayoum Trip
If you are planning a tour package to Egypt, you can make it include Al Fayoum, Egypt's natural secret oasis near Cairo, which is an area rich in waterfalls, lakes, and desert beauty. It hosts Wadi El Rayan and Wadi Al-Hitan, and so it is perfect for eco-tourism and outdoor adventure.
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Al Fayoum
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Al Fayoum (also known as El Fayoum) is Egypt's most surprising, most beautiful and most diverse natural site, only 100 kilometers southwest of Cairo. The biggest oasis of Egypt, Al Fayoum, is made of lush farmlands, sparkling lakes and golden deserts, as an ideal city escape.
Wadi El Rayan Nature Reserve, with its breathtaking waterfalls and serene lakes, and Wadi Al-Hitan (Valley of the Whales) — a UNESCO World Heritage site that houses the fossils of ancient whales and tells a part of our planet's incredible evolutionary story — are the most important attractions of this area.
Among the many activities for tourists in this region, one is visiting Lake Qarun, one of the oldest natural lakes in the world, which is great for birdwatching, boating, and picnicking. The adjacent Tunis Village is an artistic village with pottery workshops, eco-lodges, and palm groves and desert hills, which are also its surroundings.
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There are few better places on earth than Egypt if you are a history buff, or one who just loves beautiful nature and outstanding culture combined! People will be able to visit the notorious and impressive Pyramids in Giza, take a Nile River cruise, find out beautiful temples in Luxor and Aswan, and then sunbathe at the sea resorts in the Red Sea region which are very popular such as Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada. The year-round sunshine, warm reception, and diverse culture are some of the reasons that make Egypt an unforgettable place for tourist.
Along with its historical and archaeological attractions, Egypt is also a place where you can find a lot of great natural beauty such as the Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Luxor's temples and tombs, Aswan's Philae Temple, as well as the pretty seaside towns of Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh.
In general, Egypt is safe for tourists. The government has put a lot of effort into securing the major tourist areas where millions of visitors enjoy the country every year. Moreover, it is always a good idea to adhere to local instructions and travel with reputable operators.
The majority of visitors must obtain a tourist visa for their entry into Egypt. Depending on your nationality, you have the option to either apply for an e-visa online or receive a visa on arrival at major airports.
Traveling to Egypt during the months of October to April is preferred because the temperature is cooler and it is ideal for the tour in the mentioned places especially Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan.