Old Cairo and Khan El Khalili Bazaar: Private Half-Day Tour
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Step into the spiritual heart of Coptic Cairo and navigate Khan El Khalili's vibrant alleys. Uncover ancient history and master haggling with an expert Egyptologist.
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Noelia
Spain · Oct 2026
It was great. Yasser explained everything to us perfectly. My husband and I were alone with him, and it was a real treat. He took us to the Coptic Quarter, to the various synagogues and Orthodox churches, and then we enjoyed Khan el-Khalili and mint tea at the Mirror Café. The taxi driver was also very friendly and helpful. He welcomed us with two bottles of nice cold water and was very helpful. Thank you. The experience is 100% recommended.
Original language: Spanish
Claudia
Canada · Sep 2026
Our guide, Mohammed Osama was knowledgeable and fun. We had great discussion and he fed the dogs in Coptic Cairo with us. 👍😁. He took us to shops with quality goods and great value. He really was great. Our driver, also Mohammed, did a great job in the chaos of Cairo traffic. Thanks to both our Mohammeds. Margaret and Claudia
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Duration
5 hours
Live guide
English, German, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish
Pickup
Pick-up from your hotel in the pickup area shown on the map. Pickup from locations outside the area may be available for an additional fee.
About this tour
Step into the spiritual heart of Coptic Cairo and navigate Khan El Khalili's vibrant alleys. Uncover ancient history and master haggling with an expert Egyptologist.
Spend a half day seeing important cultural and historical sites in Cairo when you travel to Old Cairo and the Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
The bazaar is one of the most famous and oldest bazaars in all of the Middle East, dating back to 1382.
After spending time walking around the bazaar or shopping, continue to Old Cairo. Visit the Hanging Church, which dates back to the 3rd century AD. Then see the Ben Ezra Synagogue, which is, according to a local tradition, located on the site where Moses was found when he was a baby.
Continue on to see the Church of St. Barbara and the Church of Abu Serga, two of the oldest churches in Cairo.
Why travelers love this
- Skip the ticket line
- Stop off at the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue
- See the Church of St. Barbara and the Church of Abu Serga
- Browse the bazaar at Khan El Khalili
Highlights
- Stop off at the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue
- See the Church of St. Barbara and the Church of Abu Serga
- Browse the bazaar at Khan El Khalili
Itinerary
Pickup – Cairo
Hotel pickup
- 1
Khan el-Khalili
2 hours
Photo stop, Visit, Sightseeing, Walk
- 2
Hanging Church
30 minutes
Photo stop, Visit, Sightseeing
- 3
Ben Ezra Synagogue
15 minutes
Photo stop, Visit, Sightseeing, Walk
- 4
Abu Serga
20 minutes
Photo stop, Visit, Sightseeing, Walk
- 5
Church of St. Barbara
15 minutes
Photo stop, Visit, Sightseeing, Walk
Return to Cairo
Drop-off at your hotel
What's included
- Included
- Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees
- Transportation
- Parking
- Taxes and service charge
- Not included
- Tips
- Personal expenses
Good to know
What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Credit card
- Cash
Not allowed
- Luggage or large bags
- Drones
- Alcohol and drugs
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
Know before you go
- Payment Policy: Following Egyptian Government rules, additional onsite tickets must be bought with a credit/debit card, as cash is not accepted at gates. If these weren't booked as an add-on, please have your card ready
- Cash Advice: For convenience, carry a small amount of local currency for personal expenses or minor onsite purchases
- Tour Duration: Total duration is approximate and includes pickup/drop-off. This may be extended depending on any selected add-ons
- Last-Minute Bookings: For bookings made within 24 hours of departure, your pickup time may be adjusted. Our team will contact you to confirm the final time
- Communication: Please provide a WhatsApp-connected phone number during booking for smooth coordination with our team
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts — 100% refund.
After that and until 24 hours before: 50% refund.
Less than 24 hours before the start or no-show: no refund.
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What travelers say
4.5
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Noelia
Spain · Oct 2026
It was great. Yasser explained everything to us perfectly. My husband and I were alone with him, and it was a real treat. He took us to the Coptic Quarter, to the various synagogues and Orthodox churches, and then we enjoyed Khan el-Khalili and mint tea at the Mirror Café. The taxi driver was also very friendly and helpful. He welcomed us with two bottles of nice cold water and was very helpful. Thank you. The experience is 100% recommended.
Original language: Spanish
Claudia
Canada · Sep 2026
Our guide, Mohammed Osama was knowledgeable and fun. We had great discussion and he fed the dogs in Coptic Cairo with us. 👍😁. He took us to shops with quality goods and great value. He really was great. Our driver, also Mohammed, did a great job in the chaos of Cairo traffic. Thanks to both our Mohammeds. Margaret and Claudia
Sunaina
United Arab Emirates · Sep 2026
Mariam was an absolutely amazing guide! She was incredibly informative, warm, friendly, and had such a lovely personality. From the moment we met her, she made us feel comfortable and welcome, and she made the whole experience so enjoyable. The tour was honestly one of the highlights of our trip to Egypt. Mariam shared so much interesting information and brought the history to life in such an engaging way. She also took lots of beautiful photos for us, which was such a lovely bonus and gave us wonderful memories to take home. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and would highly recommend Mariam to anyone visiting Egypt. Thank you, Mariam, for making our day so special! ❤️
Meghanne
Australia · Sep 2026
Mariam was an outstanding guide. She is so knowledgeable and kind, and her local information was extremely interesting. She had a comprehensive knowledge of the religious and cultural aspects of the old city and Coptic, orthodox and Muslim churches. We really enjoyed ourselves. The bazaar was busy and a bit challenging, but she made it easier. We did all the activities promised, plus a visit to a fantastic spice shop, where we tasted the best hibiscus tea we have ever had. If you go on this tour, ask for Mariam, you won’t be disappointed!
Response from Tourinzo· Sep 2026
Dear Meghanne, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with Tourinzo. Our entire team works hard to provide memorable and authentic trips in Egypt, and your kind words mean the world to us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back on another adventure very soon! Warm regards, Tourinzo Team.
Noémie
France · Aug 2026
We were delighted with our morning with a great live guide. I would definitely recommend it.
Original language: French
Response from Tourinzo· Aug 2026
Dear Noémie, Thank you very much for your excellent review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with Tourinzo. Your kind words motivate us to continue offering authentic and memorable trips to Egypt. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again very soon! Best regards, The Tourinzo Team.
Corinne
Canada · Apr 2026
Tour was excellent to introduce us to Cairo. Appreciate so much the enthusiasm, warmth and knowledge she shared.
Response from Tourinzo· Apr 2026
Dear Corinne, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your experience with Tourinzo. Our team works hard to provide authentic and memorable trips in Egypt, and your kind words mean a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back on another adventure very soon! Warm regards, Tourinzo Team.
Sascha
Germany · Jan 2026
Nice tour and friendly guide. The coordination between the guide and driver could be better to minimize waiting times.
Original language: German
Adam
United States · Jan 2026
We really enjoyed this tour! Our tour guide Sara, and our driver Mahmood were friendly and explained the sites to us. Everything was well organized, and touring the city was an adventure! I highly recommend this tour.
Lois
United States · Jan 2026
The tour was fascinating. We would have liked a little more about the history of the area, but we were glad we went. The guide was very patient as we did some shopping. The market was also impressive, although we didn’t have a lot of time there.
Mary
United States · Nov 2025
Great half day tour of Old Cairo and the bazaar. Our guide Essam was very well spoken, knowledgeable and friendly. He made the history of Egypt come alive. He gave us a backstage type of tour of the bazaar and helped us find a few souvenirs that we needed. And our driver was amazing in navigating the horrible Cairo traffic! We would definitely recommend this tour 100%.
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