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Authentic Downtown Vibe: Explores the bustling, atmospheric streets of historic Downtown Cairo, taking guests away from tourist hotel zones directly into local food hubs.
Comforting Seasonal Flavors: Packed with hot, freshly baked street foods—from oven-baked Hawawshy to warm layered Feteer pastries—ideal for exploring Cairo during crisp autumn weather.
Full Culinary Overview: Covers every corner of Egyptian street food culture, combining refreshing fresh juices, iconic national comfort dishes, traditional bakery items, and local specialties.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Go to Tahrir Square then head towards the Steigenberger Hotel. Champollion street right after the hotel to the right. Walk a few meters down the road and the QNB building will be on your right hand side.
We end in front of our last stop 'GAD' on 26th street.
Itinerary
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Kick off your walking adventure in vibrant Downtown Cairo with a classic local refresher. Enjoy a freshly pressed glass of ice-cold sugar cane juice (Asab) at an authentic neighborhood juice stand.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Visit Cairo's most famous multi-story culinary institution. Dive into a hot bowl of Egypt’s national dish: Koshary—a comforting bowl of rice, macaroni, lentils, and chickpeas topped with crispy fried onions, garlic sauce, and spiced tomato sauce.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Step up to an iconic Downtown street food eatery for local offal and grilled specialties. Sample traditional Egyptian street sandwiches, including spiced Alexandrian liver, savory sausage (Sogo'k), and delicate fried brain served hot in Egyptian baladi bread.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Head to Oraby Square for a beloved Egyptian street food classic. Savor freshly baked Hawawshy—a crispy, spiced minced beef flatbread stuffed with onions and herbs, baked in a traditional oven until hot and juicy.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Experience authentic Egyptian café culture on lively Al Alfi Street. Taste a traditional Eggah sandwich—an aromatic, herb-filled Egyptian baked omelet stuffed into soft, warm pita bread.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Conclude your tour with Egypt's famous layered pastry (Feteer Meshaltet). Sample both savory and sweet freshly baked varieties: melted cheese and fresh vegetables, followed by a warm, sweet custard-filled feteer dusted with powdered sugar.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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