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About this activity

The market dates back to the 14th-century when Emir Dajaharks Al-Khalili built a large market complex on the site of the Za’afran Tomb, which had been the burial place of the Fatimid rulers of Egypt. This construction was part of the process of rebuilding started under Sultan Barquq (ruled from 1382-1399) to help the city recover from the ravages of the Black Death throughout the 13th and 14th-centuries.

Today, the market has been modernized significantly, but there are still portions that display the original Mamluk style architecture, which featured great archways and vaulted ceilings. The market has several restaurants and cafés spread throughout where you can take a break from shopping. Al Fishawy is the oldest café in Cairo, decorated with large mirrors and old furniture. It used to be frequented by Naguib Mahfouz, the Egyptian Nobel laureate author.

There is also an upscale restaurant in the market that bears his name. The market is next to Hussein Square, the garden in front of Hussein Mosque. This square also offers many cafes and cheaper restaurants.

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Included

All transfers of your tour in Cairo.
Private tour.
Multilingual Qualified Expert Egyptologist guide.
Transport of All your tours and excursions in Private a minivan/vehicle with air conditioning.
Hotel pickup and drop-off.
A bottle of water, Soft drink or cans of juice and snacks only during your tours.

Not included

International and domestic flights.
Drinks, tips, personal expenses and extras not mentioned in the program.
Any optional tour and Any other items not mentioned.
Entry visa to Egypt.
Lunch or Dinner

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler.
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide.
Vegetarian option is available, please advice at time of booking if required.
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants.
You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing.
All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler.
The prices mentioned on the web are not valid at the end of the year, Christmas, and Easter
Wear comfortable shoes, cotton clothes in summer, warm clothes in winter
Bring your sunblock, sunglasses, hat and your camera
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months post-travel
You must confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing
All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
Ideal choice for families
Your tour will start at you hotel at 08:30, 09:30 or 10:30 and will last for 4 hours
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Features

Tourism

95%

Cultural

80%

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Khan el-Khalili Bazaar 147 Activities

Cairo Khan el-Khalili Tour

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