Tours in  Fayoum Code OPF 1
 
 

Full day tour to Fayoum
Fayoum oasis was an important part of Pharaonic history with ancient temples and cities. The famous Joseph's Canal, thought to have been built by the biblical Joseph is here plus the Pyramid of Hawara (built by Amenemhet III) also known as the Labyrinth which was the most visited sites of the ancient World.
 

 Over day Tour: Oasis of Fayoum

It is a small town in the South West of Cairo which has a rich historical
background of ancient civilization. You will visit:
Lake Qaroon
: This covers an area of 200 Km2 and is ideal for fishing, duck shooting, rowing and swimming. The duck flocks to it, escaping from the cold European climate.  Water-Wheels: There are about 200 of them, which are used to draw underground water and irrigate agricultural lands. Ein Sellen, This small village has beautiful scenarios, lush greenery, thermal water and a new hotel. Archaeological sites the Pyramid of Amenemhat III, one of the kings of the 12th Dynasty that dates from the 19th century BC about 14 km from Fayoum. The Village of Ahoom III where the pyramid of Senouseret II is situated, one of the kings of 12th dynasty.

 
 
 
 

 

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