Women of Egypt
food & Shopping tour (RAMADAN EDITION)
Join us for an immersive tour through Downtown Cairo that celebrates the diverse flavors, stories, and creativity of women shaping Egypt's entrepreneurial scene. Instead of traditional Egyptian staples, this tour highlights unique dishes created by women from various religions, ethnicities, and backgrounds, each with their own inspiring story. Experience this vibrant mix of cultures through their specialty foods and shop at fair-trade spots that support meaningful causes.
MAX. 6 guests
5 Stops (4 hrs)
Private Basis Only
AVAILABLE PER REQUEST
PRIVATE RATES
1 GUEST: 140 USD + 14% VAT PER ADULT
2-3 GUESTS: 120 USD + 14% VAT PER ADULT
4-6 GUESTS: 104 USD + 14% VAT PER ADULT
Please note that we are not operating tours from:
February 17th till February 27th (due to vendors closure)
March 19th till March 28th (for the Eid holiday)
During Ramadan, the tour start time ranges between 6:30 PM and 6:45 PM to accommodate the Muslim community and vendor working hours. Please note your exact start time to avoid missing any stops.
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Join us for a walking experience that invites you into the everyday life of women shaping contemporary Egypt in meaningful ways. As you move through the city, you’ll step inside female-led spaces and hear firsthand the personal and professional stories behind them, stories of resilience, ambition, creativity, and persistence.
Explore a curated selection of women-owned businesses and enjoy signature bites across thoughtfully chosen stops. Along the way, you’ll meet inspiring entrepreneurs, discover purpose-driven local stores, and gain insight into how these women navigate work, family, and community. This is more than a tour, it’s an opportunity to connect, listen, and experience the city through the voices of the women who shape it.
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Food/ beverages at all 4 stops (vegetarian option available).
Unlimited bottled mineral water.
Introduction to the lifestyles, stories, and backgrounds of Egyptian women shaping the city today.
A local, English-speaking female guide who shares the stories behind these resilient women, along with the history and landmarks of Downtown.
A chance to shop at faire-trade stores away from mass production and typical tourist spots.
A premium Egyptian cotton goodie bag for your finds, with a small surprise inside.
A curated list of all the places visited during the tour sent within 48 hours.
A guarantee you’ll leave with a full belly.
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Tipping your guide (optional)
Any alcoholic drinks
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Any food/beverages not already part of the route
Shopping (optional)
VAT
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100% refund if you cancel 3 days before the tour’s start time.
50% refund if you cancel 1-2 days 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.
what to expect on this experience:
Learn about Egyptian women and get acquainted with their lifestyles and success stories.
Engage in meaningful conversations that go beyond surface-level narratives.
A true perspective of how women live in Egypt.
Connect with women from diverse social and cultural backgrounds.
Experience Downtown through a local lens, blending food, storytelling, and urban history.
Discover new cuisines and dishes across thoughtfully selected stops, and leave with a truly satisfied appetite.
Enjoy an intimate, small-group atmosphere that allows space for questions, dialogue, and connection.
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 shoes to enjoy the walks with maximum comfort. Wearing clothes made with airy materials is best in the summer. Layering is key during winter, since we will be spending a significant amount of time outdoors.
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 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 (e.g. 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.
