Cairo Tours & Holidays
Cairo Small Group Tours & Tailor-Made Holidays
One of the largest cities in Africa for centuries, Cairo is amongst the world's most densely populated cities. Nobody really knows how many people live in Cairo, but estimates put it between 12 and 16 million. Cairo has been the heart of Egypt for more than 1000 years and it offers a unique chance to see the medieval and the modern world come together in a mixture of mud-brick houses, towering modern office buildings, minarets and palm trees. Today this bustling city keeps moving 24 hours a day ...
One of the largest cities in Africa for centuries, Cairo is amongst the world's most densely populated cities. Nobody really knows how many people live in Cairo, but estimates put it between 12 and 16 million. Cairo has been the heart of Egypt for more than 1000 years and it offers a unique chance to see the medieval and the modern world come together in a mixture of mud-brick houses, towering modern office buildings, minarets and palm trees. Today this bustling city keeps moving 24 hours a day and is full of life, atmosphere and Egyptian hospitality will ensure an enjoyable stay. Within Cairo lies five thousands years of culture, from the pyramids of the pharaohs, early Christian churches to the mosques of the Ottoman sultans.
Best experiences
Visit the local camel market
This morning drive out to the biggest camel market in Egypt, just outside the village of Birqash. Each Monday and Friday morning, camel traders come from all over Egypt and as far afield as Sudan, to sell their beasts in a hubbub of sights, sounds and smells.
Explore Old Islamic Cairo
Enjoy a guided tour of the Old Islamic District including the main Citadel - a crusader-style fortress, the 19th century Mosque of Mohammed Ali, the Hanging Church - the most beautiful in Egypt, and the medieval bazaar of Khan al-Khalili for some shopping.
Explore the magnificent pyramids
No visit to Egypt would be complete without witnessing possibly the greatest architectural feat in history - the Great Pyramids. Spend a few hours connecting with the pharaohs of old, exploring this majestic site which is home to numerous tombs and monuments, including the famous Sphinx.OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY
Four Seasons Cairo, Nile Plaza, Cairo
The five star Four Seasons raises impressively on the legendary Corniche along the bank of the river. With commanding views of both the Nile and the Citadel, this luxurious hotel unites its timeless,…
Kempinski Nile Hotel Garden City, Cairo
Kempinski Nile Hotel is a five star luxury hotel located on the east bank of the Nile River in the historical quarter of Garden City, Cairo. It is only a 45 minute drive from the Pyramids of Giza and…
Marriott Mena House, Cairo
Experience true luxury in the presence of the great Pyramids with a stay at The Marriott Mena House. This five star property is set in 40 acres of jasmine-scented gardens with the Pyramids towering…