Overview
Cairo is the starting point for a private half-day food tour where you can dive into the rich and diverse world of Egyptian cuisine. The adventure kicks off in style with a pickup from your hotel by an experienced local guide introducing Cairo's most popular street food places and traditional eateries. Enjoy authentic dishes that make Egypt proud: koshari, a wholesome combination of lentils, rice, and pasta; and falafel-a flavorful deep-fried ball made of fava beans. Each stop will encourage a more profound consideration of Egypt's culinary culture as you taste and learn the history behind these classic dishes.
Amidst Cairo's bustling streets and markets, the scents of freshly baked baladi bread and sizzling shawarma permeate the air. A traditional café is next door, where you'll enjoy a cup of authentic Egyptian tea or coffee with tasty local desserts like basbousa and kunafa. Your guide will surely share many stories about the food culture of the Land of the Nile: how flavor influences the cuisine, including the significance of each dish in daily life. This tour guarantees an unforgettable culinary experience for anybody with an interest in food or Egyptian cuisine!
The half-day food tour will conclude as you are comfortably driven back to your hotel, satisfied and now with a complete understanding of Cairo's rich food culture. This private excursion offers a more personalized touch, ensuring you can explore hidden culinary gems at your own pace. From street food joints to idyllic local restaurants, the tour is a wonderful immersion into Egyptian cuisine as you traverse through central Cairo.
Cairo is the starting point for a private half-day food tour where you can dive into the rich and diverse world of Egyptian cuisine. The adventure kicks off in style with a pickup from your hotel by an experienced local guide introducing Cairo's most popular street food places and traditional eateries. Enjoy authentic dishes that make Egypt proud: koshari, a wholesome combination of lentils, rice, and pasta; and falafel-a flavorful deep-fried ball made of fava beans. Each stop will encourage a more profound consideration of Egypt's culinary culture as you taste and learn the history behind these classic dishes.
Amidst Cairo's bustling streets and markets, the scents of freshly baked baladi bread and sizzling shawarma permeate the air. A traditional café is next door, where you'll enjoy a cup of authentic Egyptian tea or coffee with tasty local desserts like basbousa and kunafa. Your guide will surely share many stories about the food culture of the Land of the Nile: how flavor influences the cuisine, including the significance of each dish in daily life. This tour guarantees an unforgettable culinary experience for anybody with an interest in food or Egyptian cuisine!
The half-day food tour will conclude as you are comfortably driven back to your hotel, satisfied and now with a complete understanding of Cairo's rich food culture. This private excursion offers a more personalized touch, ensuring you can explore hidden culinary gems at your own pace. From street food joints to idyllic local restaurants, the tour is a wonderful immersion into Egyptian cuisine as you traverse through central Cairo.
Inclusion
- Being greeted and helped at the designated pickup spot, which might be anywhere in Cairo or Giza.
- Transports guests in a private, air-conditioned car to and from the exclusive, half-day cuisine tour in Cairo.
- Cairo walking tour during the Egyptian food experience.
- A delectable breakfast in the Egyptian way at one of the most popular traditional eateries.
- After breakfast, have a delicious Egyptian beverage of your choosing or a dessert.
- During your half-day tours of Cairo, you will have the opportunity to shop.
- Koshari, Shawerma, and Egyptian pie are just a few of the many alternatives available for an Egyptian lunch.
- A dessert of your choosing from one of Cairo's top pastry shops.
- There is a water bottle in the car.
- All taxes and fees.
- Cairo shopping excursions.
Exclusion
- Anything else that isn't included in the Cairo walking food tour.
- Tipping is not included.
- During the trip, you should ask for Egyptian street food. (not contained).
- Prices are valid for Egypt Easter trips and Egypt Christmas and New Year excursions.
Itinerary
The Private Half-Day Food Tour in Cairo makes an early start so that you are welcomed by your personal Cairo Top Tours representative at the earliest. Then you are taken in comfort in an air-conditioned private vehicle as you would be taken through a tasty exploration of an Egyptian culinary scene. Start your day with an authentic Egyptian breakfast served with local favorites like foul (fava beans), crispy falafel, baba ghanoush, and fried eggplant freshly prepared and full of flavor. Accompany your food with a refreshing traditional drink such as sugarcane juice, tamarind, hibiscus, or Sobia (a coconut and milk concoction).
Afterward, a nice food walk around the busy streets of Cairo’s downtown where you get glimpses of historical architecture, busy markets, local eateries, and charm. For lunch, treat yourself to one of the following Egyptian classics: Koshari, a hearty mix of pasta, lentils, chickpeas, and a piquant garlic sauce; Egyptian Shawarma, freshly grilled meat or chicken wrapped in warm bread; or an Oriental Pie (Egyptian-style pizza) loaded with sumptuous toppings. The sweet conclusion is then followed by a visit to a popular pastry shop to sample some traditional Egyptian desserts: Basbousa, Kunafa, Baklava, and Goulash.
After this magical culinary journey, your guide will escort you back to your hotel; this, along with the memories left behind, might allow for a deeper appreciation of the food culture of Cairo.
Price
| Number of Persons | Prices |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $80 Per Person |
| 2 - 3 Persons | $65 Per Person |
| 4 - 6 Persons | $60 Per Person |
| 7 - 10 Persons | $55 Per Person |
Start from : $53
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There are a lot of delicious dishes in Egypt like Koshari, Falafel / Ta’meya, Shawarma, and Mulukhiya.
We take you to the most famous Egyptian restaurants in downtown Cairo or in any city to get the typical dishes and taste Egyptian food. There are also other restaurants that offer typical dishes from other countries, so you can choose what you want.
A private half-day food tour in Cairo is a guided tour that focuses on exploring the local food scene and experiencing the culinary delights of the city. You will visit various food establishments, taste traditional Egyptian dishes, and learn about the culture and history behind the cuisine.
It is advised to dress in lightweight, breathable clothing and to use comfortable walking shoes, particularly in the summer. To stay hydrated, think about packing a bottle of water, a hat, and sunscreen. It can also be handy to have a tiny bag or backpack for any personal items or food purchases.
Heading to the Torgoman area near the city center will take you to the main bus station, also known as the Cairo Gate. Traveling by cab is easy.
Koshari is a popular dish in Egypt that is made with pasta, tomato sauce, lentils, rice, onions, and chickpeas. It was invented in the 1800s and is considered the national dish of Egypt.
Ful is a very popular food in Egypt that people eat for breakfast every day. It's a vegan dish that is good for you and has been around for a long time.
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