Walking Tours in Cairo

Explore Cairo's most iconic Islamic sites on a 4-hour walking tour through the city, then visit Khan el-Khalili market. Walk alongside your local guide as you climb Mokattam Hill to the Citadel of Saladin, and take in sweeping views from the fortifications. Enter the Mamluk-era Sultan Hassan Mosque to see soaring chambers and elegant courtyards; discover intricate artwork and learn of the four historic madrassas inside the house of worship. Leave the serenity of the mosque for a bustling market, and practice your bargaining skills as you shop for souvenirs. 

This incredible 4-hour downtown Cairo half-day walking tour showcases the best of this fine city. Take to the streets with your friendly guide in the late afternoon and make your way to Zamalek Island, where you'll see where old meets new in this remarkable metropolis. Wander through Liberation Square (Midan Tahrir) and wonder at the newly painted graffiti as you take in street theater amid iconic 19th-century architecture. Your guide will point out all of the highlights and lend context to the sites you'll see along the way. End your tour with a flavorful and authentic Egyptian dinner at a local restaurant.

Get a personal introduction to Cairo's most remarkable Islamic sites on a full-day, private walking tour of the Old City's mosques, historic streets and madrasas with lunch at a local restaurant. Explore over 1,000 years of Cairo history in the UNESCO-listed district, where ancient fortifications shelter a maze of narrow streets. Follow your guide to discover Old City Cairo's highlights and hidden gems, with plenty of time to visit the places that interest you most.