This experience is offered both private and public group tours.
Darb al Labana Walking Tour
A World Heritage site
Small group, interesting story telling
5 stars quality 
Arabic Calligraphy & History
Historic Cairo is one of Egypt’s 7 World Heritage sites.
It’s stretched over an area approximately 8 KM long with hundreds of monuments included. On this slow paced tour, we focus only on a tiny part of Historic Cairo the area of “Darb Al Labana”, small in size but rich in history.
On this 4 hours tour, we will mix sightseeing with an immersive experience: “Arabic Calligraphy”.
Have you ever dreamt of putting your hands on the basics of Arabic Calligraphy? Want to fully immerse yourself in the charm of Historic Cairo? Join us on this immersive unique tour in Historic Cairo where we will discover the history of “Darb Al Labana” and immerse ourselves experimenting that part of Historic Cairo through Arabic Calligraphy
Tour program
- Meet the group in Citadel square/Salah Din square
- A historical introduction about the “History of the area”.
The Citadel area has always been the heart of Cairo for a long time. From Mamluks emirs to powerful wealthy people living and shaping the history of Egypt from this special part of Cairo. - A visit to the House of Egyptian Architecture (aka. Ali Labib House) one of the best-preserved Islamic houses in Cairo (This is where Hassan Fathy used to live!)
- A visit to the beautiful initiative “Al Qalam”
Al-Qalam is a creative space and a platform dedicated to spread & teach nationally and internationally the Arabic Calligraphy, Islamic Ornaments and their contemporary practices. It’s located in one of the unique historical buildings in Citadel square with a picturesque view of al-Rifaie mosque - Enjoy an immersive one hour workshop to try the Arabic calligraphy using Arabic Calligraphy tools. The workshop is beginners level to get introduced to the Arabic calligraphy in a fun interactive way.
During the workshop you will also get introduced to the different types of Arabic Calligraphy and learn more about it in brief.
Notes in case of group tours: (Different for private tours)
- 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 the Madrassa of Sultan Hassan. 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 the tour date.
Fees include:
- Entrance tickets
- Guardians tipping
- Workshop fees
- Top experienced knowledgeable tour guide
- General Taxes
Fees exclude:
- Transportation (It’s a Walking Tour)
- Online payment fees
- Photography/camera ticket
- 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 October
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
Premium experience with a small group of same mind explorers
Andrea
I went on several walks around Cairo with the team of Walk like an Egyptian. You have the chance to discover new areas that otherwise would remain unknown or to find out new things about the ones you already know. The guides speak English very well and the information combines history and fun facts. If you are in Cairo the Muezz Street your is a must.
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.