Cairo Shopping Tour with Local Crafts Experience

Highlights

Leistungen

Ablauf

1. At a papyrus shop in Giza, visitors can see how papyrus is made, following the same ancient process used by the Egyptians. They can buy beautiful papyrus artwork featuring images of pharaohs, gods, and hieroglyphics. Visitors can also get customized pieces with their name written in hieroglyphics. Smaller souvenirs like bookmarks and cards are available as well, making it easy to take home a piece of Egypt’s history.

   45 Min.Eintritt inbegriffen

2. At an oils and perfume shop in Giza, visitors can explore a variety of natural essential oils and perfumes made from local ingredients. They can learn about the traditional process of extracting oils from flowers and plants, just like the ancient Egyptians used to create their famous scents. Visitors can try different fragrances, from floral to spicy, and even create their own custom blend. Bottles of oils and perfumes come in a range of sizes, making them perfect gifts or personal souvenirs. Shops often offer beautifully designed bottles, adding a touch of elegance to the experience.

   45 Min.Eintritt inbegriffen

3. At a spice store, visitors can find a wide variety of spices like cumin, coriander, and saffron. They can smell and sample different spices, learn about their uses in Egyptian cooking, and purchase them in bulk or decorative bags. The shop also offers local specialties and herbal teas, making it a great place to find unique souvenirs.

   30 Min.

4. At a handmade carpet school, visitors can watch skilled artisans create beautiful carpets using traditional weaving techniques. They can learn about the intricate process of handcrafting carpets, from selecting materials to weaving patterns. Visitors have the chance to purchase high-quality, handmade carpets in various sizes and designs, each one unique. The carpets often feature traditional Egyptian and Middle Eastern patterns, making them perfect as home décor or special souvenirs.

   45 Min.Eintritt inbegriffen

5. At Khan El Khalili Market, visitors can shop for traditional Egyptian goods like jewelry, textiles, and handmade crafts. The market also offers small souvenirs such as statues, magnets, and keychains, making it easy to find perfect gifts or keepsakes. The lively atmosphere allows visitors to immerse themselves in Cairo’s rich history and culture.

   45 Min.Eintritt inbegriffen

Stornierung

Kostenlose Stornierung bis 24 Stunden vor Beginn, mit voller Rückerstattung.

Bewertungen

Die Bewertungen stammen aus 1 Rezensionen, die unser Buchungspartner gesammelt hat. Es sind die eigenen Worte der Reisenden, in der Reihenfolge ihres Entstehens — nie umsortiert, damit das Erlebnis besser dasteht.

Gut zu wissen

How it compares in Kairo

• Its from-price is 88% below the median of the 10229 experiences we list in Kairo.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 4846 of 10229.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Kairo

Kairo, Ägyptens weitläufige Hauptstadt am Nil: Pyramiden von Gizeh, mittelalterliche Moscheen, lebhafte Basare und Schätze der Pharaonen.

Am Westrand der Stadt erheben sich die Pyramiden von Gizeh und die Große Sphinx auf dem Wüstenplateau, weiter südlich die Stufenpyramide von Sakkara und die Ruinen von Memphis. Kairos große Museen, das Ägyptische Museum am Tahrir-Platz und das riesige Große Ägyptische Museum am Plateau, bewahren Fundstücke aus Jahrtausenden.

Top-ranked sights in Kairo: Egyptian Museum (Museum of Egyptian Antiquities), Saqqara (Sakkara), Khan El-Khalili.

See all 10229 experiences in Kairo