Abroad
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Leave Cairo behind for a day among the lakes, dunes, and fossil beds of Fayoum.
Begin at Wadi El Rayan, a protected nature reserve known for Egypt's only waterfalls. Take in the peaceful surroundings before heading into the desert for a 4x4 safari across the dunes, with a stop for sandboarding along the way.
The highlight of the day is Wadi El Hitan, or Whale Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the fossils of ancient whales, dating back more than 40 million years, lie exposed in the desert. The open-air museum explains how this area was once covered by an ancient sea.
Round off the day with lunch in a desert or local setting before the drive back to Cairo.
With transportation, a 4x4 safari, sandboarding, entrance fees, lunch, and a guide included, this day trip takes you from waterfalls to dunes to fossil beds in a single day.
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