Overview
Are you looking for a great gift for your family or friends? Or are you looking for the perfect memento to remember your trip to Luxor by? Enjoy a day of souvenir shopping in Cairo!
Whatever you may be looking for, you will be sure to find it on this personalized shopping tour. You will visit several great places with a private guide where you can find high-quality souvenirs. But not only will you be able to purchase unique gifts and souvenirs, you will also be able to see the various stages of the production of local crafts.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Local guide
Bottled water
Tea and coffee
Transport by private vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Personal expenses
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• TRAVEL TIP: Due to very low wages, "Baksheesh" or tips/gratuities are an integral part of life in Egypt. It is useful to carry small notes with you at all times. If you are unsure who, or how much to tip, please do not hesitate to ask your tour guide for guidance.
What to expect
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In the morning you will picked up from your hotel in Luxor and you will be taken to the following shops for all your souvenir shopping in a number of areas.
Papyrus: Cairo is the home to many papyrus institutes and you will visit a papyrus workshop to see how papyrus was made in ancient times. You can observe the process and the tools the papyrus artisans use to make beautiful crafts. Here you can buy hand-painted papyrus scrolls with images from the ancient tombs and temples and more.
Perfumes: Stimulate your senses at an oriental perfumery! Here extracts of a wide variety of oriental flowers are used to make exquisite, pure oil perfumes. Choose blended perfumes or pure flower essences, such as gardenia and jasmine, or papyrus and lotus flower which are exclusively available in Egypt. For aromatherapy, choose from a wide range of medicinal oil blends. -
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Gold & silver: Egypt has always been famous for gold and silver. Gold mines are found in Nubia, in the south of Egypt. Many pieces of jewelry can be customized to your preferences and for instance, you can have your name engraved in a gold or silver cartouche or ring in ancient hieroglyphs. Or choose other jewelry items with ancient symbols, such as Key of Life (Ankh), Eye of Horus or scarab.
Carpets: For a colorful and luxurious souvenir, visit a local shop with handmade carpets. Find Bedouin and Nubian kilims, carpets and rugs with various designs and made of different fabrics, such as wool and silk. -
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Spices & herbs: In the Egyptian desert and along the Nile, many different herbs and spices can be found. For those who love drinking herbal tea, be sure not to miss the opportunity to buy hibiscus, fenugreek, caraway and anise, which all have their own medicinal values. In addition to spices such as coriander, cumin, saffron, ginger and cinnamon, you can find more exotic items like doum, tamarind, carob and sahlab so you can enjoy the flavors of Egypt at home.
After enjoying your shopping tour you will be taken back to your hotel in Luxor.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Africa/Cairo).
Additional Information
- Paying by credit card is possible in most shops
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Souvenir Shopping Tour in Cairo
Can I cancel Souvenir Shopping Tour in Cairo for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3–7 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Tea and coffee
- Transport by private vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
What's not included?
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Luxor Travels, Cairo.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in Arabic, English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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