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Southern Cemetery Guided Tour
A World Heritage site
Small group, interesting story telling
5 stars quality 
Discover Cairo’s Southern Cemetery – A Guided Tour Through History & Spiritual Heritage
Step off the beaten path and immerse yourself in one of Cairo’s most fascinating yet rarely visited areas — the Southern Cemetery, part of Historic Cairo (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). This guided tour blends history, spirituality, and culture as we follow in the footsteps of great Muslim scholars and saints.
Explore impressive mausoleums, atmospheric streets, and hidden gems that most visitors to Egypt never see. Enjoy remarkable sites that bring Cairo’s spiritual and historical legacy to life. While walking along the historic Khalifa Street, most monuments will be admired from the outside as many remain closed to the public.
Tour Duration: ~6 hours
Total Walking distance: 1 KM approx.
Tour program
During the day, we will enter three key sites from inside: the Imam Shafie Mausoleum, the tomb of Imam Al-Layth ibn Saad, and the Mosque of Uqba ibn Amir.
A walk in Khalifa Street, most monuments will be admired from the outside as many remain closed to the public.
To save your energy while still experiencing the atmosphere up close, the tour combines short bus rides with leisurely guided walks. We’ll also pause for a coffee break in a local café and later end the day at the beautiful Al Azhar Park, where you can enjoy a late lunch or early dinner while watching the sun set over the skyline of Historic Cairo.
Why Join This Tour?
- Explore a non-touristy area of Cairo full of hidden treasures.
- Visit important shrines and mausoleums rarely included in standard tours.
- Enjoy a balance of comfort and discovery with small bus transfers plus guided walking.
- End the day with breathtaking views of Cairo from Al Azhar Park.
Disclaimer:
Please note that this tour takes place in a very local, non-touristy area of Cairo. Part of its charm is experiencing authentic daily life away from the usual tourist trail. However, there are currently several government construction projects and roadworks in the area, which may affect the surroundings and accessibility. Our team will handle all logistics to make the experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible.
Notes in case of group tours: (Different for private tours)
- Tours are not suitable for children below 10
- Group size: 14 – 15 guests
- 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 Tahrir square.
Exact drop pin and details about meeting point, starting time, contacts… will be communicated by email 1 day prior to tour date. Kindly make sure you check your email (including Junk folder) 1 day before tour date.
Fees include:
- Generous tipping to the guardians & entrance fees
- Top experienced knowledgeable tour guide
- AC bus
- General Taxes
Fees exclude:
- Online payment fees
- 14% VAT tax (Mandatory: To be added)
- Driver tip
- Food & drinks
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.
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.
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Our Tours Reviews
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Sam
Proper planning, attention to details and room for improvisation is what sets “Walk Like An Egyptian” apart from the rest. This has been the second tour for my partner and myself with the friendly Walk Like An Egyptian team.
In addition to his vast knowledge of the visit site, our guide Assem knows when to pause for people to reflect, ask questions or snap photos.
I thoroughly enjoyed the visit and look forward to the next one.
Many thanks Asma & Assem for another enjoyable tour 🙂
Katie
I have done a few outings with Walk Like an Egyptian in Cairo.. I’m already signed up for the next outing! These trips are an incredible way to learn about Cairo and Egypt’s history, and they make the city feel more manageable — not an easy task. The small group setting and repeat attendees makes it feel more like a group of friends than a tour group, and the mix of foreigners and local Cairenes is fantastic.