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Explore Cairo’s storied souqs on a private four‑hour shopping tour through Gamalia, El Mosky and the iconic Khan el‑Khalili. Expect crowded lanes, traditional crafts and local cuisine with pickup and lunch included.
Explore Cairo’s storied souqs on a private four‑hour shopping tour through Gamalia, El Mosky and the iconic Khan el‑Khalili. Expect crowded lanes, traditional crafts and local cuisine with pickup and lunch included.
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Operated by Emo Tours Egypt · Cairo, Cairo Governorate
The alleys squeeze you forward: vendors call out over copper lamps, sacks of spice powders fan a scent that dares you to follow, and sunlight slices through a lattice of balconies onto narrow stone streets. This four-hour private shopping tour moves through Fatimid Cairo’s oldest lanes — Gamalia Street, El Ghorya, Bab Zuwayla and the crowded stalls of El Mosky — before threading into the ornate canopies of Khan el-Khalili.
easy.
4 hours.
Light walking ability needed—able to navigate uneven, crowded streets for up to 2–3 miles total.
Yes—haggling is a normal part of buying. Start lower than your target price, remain polite, and be prepared to walk away.
Most stalls take cash only; the tour covers transfers and entry fees by card, but bring local currency for purchases and tips.
The markets contain narrow, uneven lanes and steps; accessibility varies and some areas may be difficult for wheelchairs—check with the operator about pickup/drop-off accessibility.
Lunch at a local restaurant is included; notify the operator of dietary restrictions when booking so they can arrange options.
Many souqs here trace back to Fatimid and Mamluk periods when Cairo was a crossroads of Mediterranean and Red Sea trade; Khan el‑Khalili expanded into a commercial hub in the 14th century.
Support small artisans by buying from local makers, avoid single‑use plastics, and stick to established pathways to protect historic storefronts and pavements.
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