Dive into 700 years of living history in Islamic Cairo's labyrinthine alleyways — hand-beaten copper lanterns, century-old spice merchants, and medieval mosques at every turn. A private expert guide makes this sensory feast make complete sense.
What to expect
Your private Egyptologist guide navigates you through the 14th-century Khan El Khalili bazaar, pausing at the Al-Hussein Mosque, the stunning Mamluk-era Al-Muizz Street, and the Wikala of El-Ghouri caravanserai. A lunch break at a traditional local restaurant is included. The afternoon is free for personalised shopping — perfume oils, hand-painted papyrus, gold and silver jewellery, and finest Egyptian cotton. Return transfer is timed to your all-aboard.
Good to know
Islamic Cairo is ~120 km from Ain Sokhna (~85 min drive). Depart port by 07:00 for a full experience. Wear modest clothing (shoulders and knees covered) as you will enter active mosques. Bargaining is expected and part of the fun — your guide will assist.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Ain Sokhna — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.