Egypt · FOOD & DRINK
Good food & drink experiences fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Cairo food tour review covering Egyptian dishes, pyramid views, private transfers, guides, value, shopping stops, and practical booking tips.
“Trip started out really well with an enthusiastic guide and a wonderful breakfast. After first course we stopped at a perfume shop and didn’t buy anything. After that our guide spent 99% of her time on the phone outside the restaurants Read more”
Review of a private luxury felucca sail in Giza with hotel transfers, Egyptian food, dessert, drinks, and a two-hour Nile cruise.
“The trip was very nice. The operator and english guide Bahdri was very friendly and welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed. The food was delicious and very authentic and the dessert was amazing. We also got to try egyptiRead more”
Taste 14 Egyptian foods, local drinks, and 10 sweets on a three-hour Cairo food walk through neighborhood eateries.
“We enjoyed a huge variety of tasty and delicious food in this tour than we encountered during our entire 10-day trip in Egypt! It showcased everything Egyptians eat and drink. Our guide, Sarah, was fantastic. She was very patient and flexible, allowing us to try everyRead more”
Taste Cairo beyond hotel buffets with local dishes, mint tea, private transfers, and a candid look at value, guides, and possible drawbacks.
“We saw parts of Cairo no tourist would see. Our guide was punctual, polite, friendly, and offered us choices of mainstream or pure local food. We went for the local abs weren’t disappointed!”
Review of Cairo’s private felucca and food tour, with sunset Nile views, koshari, hotel transport, guide tips, costs, and drawbacks.
“The felucca ride was the perfect start. Imagine gliding peacefully down the river, the cool breeze carrying the scent of spices and jasmine from bustling streets, while the city's iconic landmarks—the majestic pyramids, the elegant minarets—painted the backdrop in hues of gold and orange. Ahmed wasn't just our captain; he was a storyteller, weaving tales of pharaohs and the Nile's ancient secrets, bringing history to life with every passing monument.”
Taste 15+ Egyptian dishes on a four-hour Cairo street food tour through Old Cairo, with local guides, small eateries, and a group of eight.
“Nada was a very informative tour guide. She also took the time to give attention to two children that were included in my tour group, as well. I enjoyed the walking a little more than the food though. Not much of the food stood out.”
Explore Cairo after dark with authentic Egyptian food, Old Islamic Cairo, Khan El-Khalili, Nile views, private transport, and local guides.
“Our experience with Mina was exceptional. His graciousness, knowledge, and helpfulness was so appreciated. This was our first time in Egypt and we would not felt comfortable visiting the market on our own. Mina is a gem!”
Taste Cairo with a local family, from taameya and koshary to home cooking, markets, and neighborhood life on a small-group evening tour.
“We loved our tour with Ahmed, this is a must do in Cairo to see the real side of the local life and food! Ahmed was very kind and accomodating, it was great to spend time with him and learn about Egypt and its people. The establishments he Read more”
Review of the $20 VIP Giza tour with pyramids, Sphinx, camel ride, private transport, koshari, photos, and local coffee.
“Amazing tour guide. Very knowledgeable about everything. Everyone seemed to know him too. He catered to our needs and made everything alot better. I would highly recommend this tour. He is good at taking photos too!”
Review of Cairo’s private food tour, with local eateries, hotel pickup, optional tea and felucca ride, pricing, value, and practical tips.
“Our experience was great. There was a wide variety of food on the tour, we saw a multitude of different sights and this was a great introduction to Cairo. Would definitely recommend.”
Taste foul, falafel, koshary, shawarma, sweets, and cane juice while exploring Cairo with a private local guide.
“DO NOT TAKE!!! The food tour itself was ok. Our guide wasn’t very talkative at the start, but my wife is good at getting people talking so he opened up a bit over the course of our time together. The food was simple local cuisine, pretty goodRead more”
Review of Cairo’s private food tour, with koshary, shawarma, falafel, drinks, hotel pickup, local guides, pricing, and practical tips.
“We had a wonderful time with our host. He knows the history and is such a pleasant guy. We never felt rushed and for us that is very important. We are seniors and move a little slower than some, but our guide was very respectful and helpful. We would recommend this tour especially if you have had no exposure to middle eastern food and customs.”
Taste Cairo through falafel, shawarma, koshari, tea, and local eateries on a private three-hour food tour with hotel pickup.
“Food was great and abundant. Wonderful day trip around the city. Thank you to the tour guide team for a great day on my layover in Cairo”
Review of Cairo’s five-hour food tour, with Egyptian dishes, hotel pickup, guide quality, $60 value, and honest drawbacks.
“Great guide and great driver but it was two chain places and an ice cream shop.”
Explore Cairo through 15 savory dishes, local sweets, drinks, markets, tuk tuk rides, and a Nile boat trip for $40.
“This was truly amazing! Sameh took me to so many places and we tried so many different foods, desserts, drinks. It was incredible! We went on a great motorboat ride too. I would do this tour again in a heartbeat!!”
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