Located just outside of the Faiyum district, Wadi El Rayan is a large area containing beautiful natural lakes, waterfalls, sulphur springs, and sand dunes. Wadi El Rayan is also known for its vast amount of wildlife including some endangered species and is considered a world class location for bird watching. Just navigating around this valley is an adventure of its own as you will be driving the sandy terrain on an off-roading vehicle while you capture amazing views of both the Upper and Lower Lake and the connecting waterfall.

This UNESCO World Heritage site is considered an open-air museum that has captured an interesting perspective on the evolution of life. Wadi el-Hitan, which translates to the Valley of Whales, was the discovery site for hundreds of giant whales, sharks, and other fossils that used to fill the valley. Walking through the valley you can see the sheer size of these ancient creatures as you see their skeletons in the ground looking like gigantic teeth coming out of the sand. You can also visit the Fossil and Climate Change Museum in the valley to see some amazing fossils that will leave you in awe.

Located just in Wadi el-Hitan, Magic Lake is a large, beautiful lake surrounded by rocky mountains. The lake gets its magical name from the fact that it changes colors multiple times a day and different color ranges depending on the time of year. This lake has also been known to have minerals that treat patients with rheumatism. Enjoy swimming in the lake or sitting by the waterfall as you unwind and take in the magic of the lake.

Located in the Faiyum Oasis close to Wadi El Rayan, Tunis Village is an area where visually appealing art is littered all over the city. Tunis Village has many pottery schools and shops where you can pick out a unique piece to take home or even make your own. If you visit in November, you can experience the annual pottery festival where pottery makers all around the country come to share their best pieces.

Madinat Madi, which translates to the City of the Past, was originally known as Narmothis in the Greco-Roman Period. This city is a city of historical artifacts and contains two Roman temples and a dozen Coptic churches that existed during the Roman era. Visiting this city is like taking a step into the ancient past due to its high quality of preservation of ancient buildings.