Half-day Cairo downtown walking tour
Excursions & day trips

Half-day Cairo downtown walking tour

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$80.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, Arabic, German, Russian, Polish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 4 hours
Do this because
  • Explore the best parts of downtown Cairo with a local guide
  • Visit Gezira Land and walk over the Qasr El Nile bridge for river views
  • Get a taste of authentic Egyptian food and sip on hibiscus tea
  • Marvel at Tahrir Square's architecture, history and obelisk
  • Explore with an expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of Cairo
What to expect

Step out of ancient Egypt and into the modern heart of the city – downtown Cairo. This guided walking tour will show you the best parts of the city’s downtown area with Nile views, monuments, parks, and some warm Egyptian sunshine. Walaa, one of our local guides, says, ‘Every corner in Cairo is steeped in history and culture and this tour gives you a 360° perspective of the city – including a real taste of local Egyptian food and hibiscus tea.’

After you’ve met your guide, the tour kicks off through the city’s green gem, Gezira Land, nestled next to the imposing Cairo Tower. Next, cross the historic Qasr El Nile Bridge over the Nile towards Tahrir Square. Pause at the Nile Cornice – it’s a popular spot to see couples and traditional felucca boats. Here, you’ll stop to try some local food including grilled fresh corn, sweet potato and Egyptian bread mixed with Doqqa salt, ‘the flavours are unforgettable’, adds local guide Walaa.

Tahrir Square is next on the cards. Snap some shots of the obelisk centrepiece and sphinx statues before strolling past the American University and along Talaat Harb Street and Champollion Street. ‘This street is named after the French Egyptologist Jean-François Champollion who became the first person to decipher Hieroglyphics’, says our local guide. Continue taking in the sights and atmosphere of Cairo until your tour comes to an end at the Tahrir Square Fountain, leaving you free to continue exploring or return to your hotel.

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What's included
  • check Local food and hibiscus tea tastings
  • check Water and cola drink
  • check Walking tour and guide
  • check Wifi service
What's not included
  • x_not_included Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Where

Cairo Opera House, Opera Square, Zamalek, Egypt

Meeting point:
In front of the gate of Cairo Opera House
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • There's a minimum of 2 adult tickets per booking for activation of the shared tour
  • Please confirm your pickup place and time directly with the local tour operator (contact details in the info voucher you'll receive after booking); be aware that the tour's duration and pickup time are approximate and can be subject to change due to operational conditions and your hotel's location

Remember to bring:

  • You're recommended to wear comfortable clothes, with long trousers, and shoes; you're also suggested to bring a bottle of water with you as well as some snacks and cash
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Provider
Travco Group for Tourism
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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