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Downtown & Adly Synagogue Walking Tour
Paris along the Nile!
Small group, interesting story telling
5 stars quality 
Paris along the Nile!
Join us as we explore the beautiful diverse Egyptian heritage reflected in the cosmopolitan Downtown. Take an early morning walk in Downtown Cairo and walk back in time to explore Cairo’s Belle Époque.
Once home for Cairo’s elites, a walk in Downtown lets you discover the beauty of Cairo’s during the 19th century and beginning of the 20th century.
It’s true when they say that’s the best way to discover a city is to walk it!
Tour program
- Meet in Downtown
- Enjoy a guided walk that will take you back in time. Discover the history of Downtown on an informative interesting tour that shares the stories behind Downtown buildings and squares.
- Visit Adly synagogue (Sha’ar HaShamayim Synagogue)
- In between the walk and the visit of the synagogue, we will stop for a drink/breakfast at Eish wi Malh (or alternative)
(Kindly note the break time will be either before or after the synagogue visit. It will depend on the actual situation on the tour date and guide decision.)
Tour duration: 3 – 4 hours approximately
Total Walking distance: 2 ~ 3 KM
Notes in case of group tours: (Different for private tours)
- A copy of your National ID (For Egyptians)/ passport (for foreigners) must be sent by email to us once you book your place
- All buildings will be only explored from outside, except the synagogue.
- Tours are not suitable for children below 10
- Group size: 14 – 15 guests
- Tour language: English, if we have non-Arabic speakers
(If not, then it will be in Arabic) - If the tour takes place on a Friday, there will be a break during Friday prayer. During this time, you can enjoy sitting in a local coffee shop or wandering around enjoying the atmosphere of the street.
- A minimum number is needed for the tour to take place. We reserve the right to cancel the tour anytime, if it doesn’t reach the minimum number needed. In that case, guests will be advised by email and refund will take place
- Meeting point will be close to Ibn Tulun mosque.
Exact drop pin and details about meeting point, starting time, contacts… will be communicated by email 1 day prior to tour date.
Fees include:
- Special access fees to visit Sha’ar Hashamayim Synagogue (Gate of Heaven)
- Guardians tipping
- Top experienced knowledgeable tour guide
- General Taxes
Fees exclude:
- Transportation (It’s a Walking Tour)
- Online payment fees
- 14% VAT tax (Mandatory: To be added)
How to book?
This experience is offered both private and public group tours.
Group tours booking:
Kindly note that our tours are LIMITED Number with only one group most of the time. It’s advised to book your place as as soon as possible to guarantee your place.
Tour fees payment is a must to confirm your place.
Upcoming tour date, book directly from here:
20 May
For further assistance & to know all our upcoming Group Tours schedule contact “Group Tours operation team” on:
Group tours cancellation policy:
You can cancel free of charge anytime up to 7 days prior to tour date. (Excluding online payment fees)
Afterwards, it will be non-refundable.
Request this tour private.
1 person or a group of friends? We cater for all.
All of our tours can be offered private. We are always happy showing the beauty of Egypt & Egyptian heritage to people from all over the world. If you love history & culture, you will definitely enjoy our tours as they are rich in history and interesting stories to learn.
Forget about the books or documentaries.. we make you live history.
We forgot to mention that they are FUN as well!
With us you Walk back in time.
Join the Walkis Tribe!
Our Tours Reviews
Premium experience with a small group of same mind explorers
Marwa
I did today the Downtown Cairo and the Jewish synagogue tour. We started off the tour very early so it was just the right weather and less crowded streets. We walked through the 20th century Cairo looking at buildings with amazing architecture from different times. It felt like going back in time with the great guide stories and info. Then we went into the synagogue, it was my first time in such an amazing place. I felt like I am back in the forties of the last century. It’s really a must try!
SABelgium
I arranged for a tour for me and a group of graduate exchange students through Downtown Cairo with Asmaa from Walk Like an Egyptian. What a good choice that was! Asmaa is a very enjoyable guide who’s extremely well-versed in the city’s rich heritage and history. Also: fluent in English. While Downtown Cairo may seem bland and uninteresting compared to the pyramids or the many Medieval mosques of Islamic Cairo, she made it come alive by invoking its rich, belle-epoque past. I wouldn’t hesitate for a second to use Walk Like an Egyptian for visits to other parts of the city. 5 stars!