DOWNTOWN CAIRO FOOD TOUR

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72 USD + 14% VAT PP

SAT-THURS (FRI LIMITED)

MAX. 7 guests (min. 2)

7+ STOPS (4-5 HRS)

  • Food/beverages at all 8+ stops (veg. option available)

    A local, English speaking tour guide telling you about the stories of the food and landmarks of Downtown

    Unlimited mineral (bottled) water

    Generous tipping of waiters at all the restaurants

    Non-alcoholic drink at the last stop

    A list of all the foods is sent 48 hours after the tour ends

    A guarantee that your belly will be full!

  • Tipping your guide (optional)

    Any alcoholic drinks

    Transportation to and from the meeting point

    Any food/beverages not already part of the route

    VAT

  • On this tour you try the Egyptian national dish, home-style Egyptian dishes, and a distinctive dish called Molokhiya, along with the best Baba Ghanoug we’ve ever had. Downtown is Cairo’s charming center known for its picturesque European-inspired buildings, lively streets and diverse crowd.

  • 100% refund if you cancel 3 days (72 hours) before the tour’s start time.

    50% refund if you cancel 1 day (24 hours) before the tour’s start time.

    No refund if you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour’s start time.

    Please note that transaction fees are non-refundable. Ask us about a date-exchange.

JOIN A GROUP TOUR

Looking for dates between March 11th and April 8th? Book through our Ramadan calendar here!

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what to expect on this tour

  • Get introduced to Egyptian cuisine in just a few hours and make more informed food choices for the rest of your trip

  • Learn how to navigate Cairo’s busy (and sometimes challenging) streets in a safe and guided atmosphere

  • Meet other travelers who share your passion for food

  • Make a new local friend and have all your cultural questions answered and connect with the community making your food

  • Witness local life at its best, no tourist traps, no unnecessary filtering, Cairo as it really is

practical tips

GETTING TO THE TOUR:

If you’re staying in the Downtown area, Tahrir Square is 10-20 minutes away from any hotel in the region, walking in the Downtown area is safe and the streets are still packed up to 1 AM.

If you’re staying outside Downtown, we would recommend getting an Uber or Careem ride to the meeting point.

Cairo traffic could be challenging, so we would always recommend adding some buffer time to your commute.

how to prepare:

We recommend wearing comfortable (closed-toe) shoes to enjoy the walks with maximum comfort. Wearing clothes made with airy materials is best in the summer.

For the winter, layering is key as it can be warm in the afternoons but cold and windy in the evenings, especially on the rooftop bar we end the tour at.

On the day of the tour, we suggest skipping lunch and coming hungry, we promise you will be full, and if you’re not, your guide is always happy to offer you more food.

staying safe:

We understand that safety comes to mind when it comes to visiting Cairo, and we want to tell you, from the perspective of 2 young, Egyptian females, that Downtown Cairo is generally very safe even until 12-1 AM. People are very friendly and tourists are welcomed with open arms.

It’s wise to use common sense and stay alert as you would in any city around the world (eg. avoiding dark alleyways, being aware that pick-pocketing is more common in crowded places … etc.).

Our friends at TravelScams have compiled a conclusive list of scams that are common in Egypt. The scam most relevant within Downtown is the Helpful Stranger one. A firm “no” works perfectly in that case.

Finally, we recommend staying away from certain articles of clothing (eg. crop tops, hot shorts, mini skirts, low-cut tops …) to prevent unwanted attention on the streets. This is not a dress code, it’s just a tip.

please refer to our faq page for more details about the tour

 

WANT 20 USD OFF?

Book both tours, and get them for 122 USD 142 USD per adult. Fill in the form below after booking your first tour to receive your discount code. This offer deems all discounted tickets strictly non-refundable.

 

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