Customize your Cairo layover tour and create your dream itinerary with Cairo sightseeing. Choose two attractions, such as the Giza Pyramids, and add a gift of a camel ride, lunch, or felucca ride. Make the most of your short time in Cairo with an unforgettable trip!
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Giza - Explore the Best of Egyptian Handicrafts and Souvenirs
This tour is perfect for those seeking the highest quality, authentic handmade souvenirs in Egypt. Skip the hassle of browsing through shops filled with mass-produced items and fake “Made in China” goods. Instead, we will take you to select shops renowned for their craftsmanship, where you’ll find unique, reasonably-priced items. Not only will you have the opportunity to purchase these treasures, but you’ll also witness the traditional methods used to create these timeless Egyptian products. Don’t forget to ask for a 20% or more discount in most of these shops!
1- Papyrus Paper Factory Begin your tour at a Papyrus institute, where you’ll discover how the world’s first paper was made from the Papyrus plant. Here, you can shop for genuine papyrus artwork in a government-certified shop.
- Giza Governorate - 2. Perfume Museum: Next, visit the Perfume Museum, where you’ll experience the enchanting scents of Egyptian essential and aromatherapy oils, similar to those found in ancient tombs. Browse exquisite hand-blown glass perfume bottles and take home a piece of ancient Egyptian luxury.
- Egyptian Handmade Souvenirs Bazaar: Explore a bazaar offering a variety of stone, gold, and silver souvenirs. Personalize your purchase by having your name engraved on a gold, silver, or bone cartouche, just like the Pharaohs.
- Giza Governorate - 4. Egyptian Cotton Shop: Visit a store specializing in Egyptian cotton, renowned as the finest in the world. Browse an array of high-quality cotton products, including bed sheets, galabeyas, and keffiyehs.
- Giza Governorate - 5. Authentic Egyptian Lunch: Along the way, enjoy a special Egyptian lunch, savoring the rich flavors of local cuisine.
- Giza - 6. Handmade Carpet School: Conclude your tour with a visit to a handmade carpet school, where you’ll be amazed at the skill and speed of young artisans, some as young as nine years old, as they weave intricate carpets by hand.
Join us on this unique journey to discover and take home the finest Egyptian handicrafts, a perfect blend of history, culture, and artistry.
- Perfume Museum
- Local Lunch with Bottled Water
- Handmade Carpet School
- Papyrus Paper Factory
- Egyptian Handmade Souvenirs
- Private Egyptologist Tour Guide
- Pick Up and Drop Off Service from any hotel in Cairo and Giza city
- Egyptian Cotton Shop
- Private Air-conditioned Car
- tipping
It is a unique blend of experiences at the historic old Egyptian Market, where you can stroll through the ancient shops of Khan el Khalili Market, established in the 14th century. Additionally, the tour offers a chance to visit and shop at authentic Egyptian government stores, including papyrus factories, jewelry shops, handmade carpet schools, essential oil outlets, and Egyptian cotton stores.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
