Private Cairo Street Food Tour Koshari,Falafel & Sweets, Downtown

4.2
(5 reviews)
Cairo, Egypt

2 to 3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 10 more

WHAT YOU'LL TASTE
• Koshari (koshary) – Egypt's national dish: rice, lentils, pasta and chickpeas with spicy tomato sauce, garlic vinegar and crispy fried onions
• Ful medames – slow-cooked Egyptian fava beans, the classic Cairo breakfast
• Ta'ameya – crispy Egyptian falafel made from fava beans, including a cheese-stuffed version
• A dessert of your choice: oriental sweets, ice cream or fresh fruit salad
• Bottled water for every guest

WHY TRAVELERS CHOOSE THIS TOUR
• Private tour – only your group joins
• Real, filling portions – come hungry
• Clean, trusted places for a comfortable first taste of Egyptian street food
• Mostly plant-based dishes – vegetarian-friendly
• Easy downtown meeting point, or add private AC hotel pickup from Cairo or Giza

GOOD TO KNOW
Please tell us about any allergies or dietary needs when you book. This tour does not include alcohol.

What's Included

Local host – A private local host throughout the tour
Dessert – One dessert of your choice: oriental sweets, ice cream or fresh fruit salad
Bottled water – One bottle of mineral water per guest
A tasting of Egyptian fava beans and crispy falafel, including a cheese-stuffed version
Koshari – A full portion of traditional Egyptian koshari
Hotel pickup and drop-off – Optional private AC car pickup from Cairo or Giza hotels for an additional fee
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Whichever hotel you choose in Cairo and Giza, we will come to you.
Transportation costs are additional.

OR
Meeting point

Front of Orange Company

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Start your street food journey with Egypt's national dish. We stroll through the lively streets of downtown Cairo to one of the most famous, long-established koshari restaurants in the city. Sit down and enjoy a full portion of koshari: rice, lentils, pasta and chickpeas, topped with spicy tomato sauce, garlic vinegar and crispy fried onions. Your host shows you how locals mix it their way.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Next, a classic local Egyptian restaurant for the true taste of everyday Cairo. Share a table full of ful medames (slow-cooked fava beans), crispy ta'ameya (Egyptian falafel), mousakaa, baba ghanoush, tahini, pickles and fresh baladi bread. Your host explains each dish and how Egyptians eat it, and you can swap or add dishes to suit your taste.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Cool down with an Egyptian fruit cocktail juice, a thick, colorful, non-alcoholic blend of fresh seasonal fruit served in a tall glass. A refreshing local favorite and the perfect break between flavors.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    End on a sweet note. Choose between oriental sweets, creamy ice cream or fresh fruit salad, your choice. Relax, chat with your host and share your favorite bites of the tour.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Tags

Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Walking Tours
Nightlife
Street Food Tours
Water Tours
Shore Excursions
Food & Drink
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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