Today our guide will accompany you to enjoy seeing and buying the most famous products of ancient Egypt. You will visit the papyrus gallery and perfume and oils store.
Papyrus is a reed that grows on the banks of the Nile River thousands of years ago. The ancient Egyptians made the first paper in history out of its soft part. They made baskets, Sandler, boats, and mats of its green hard part.
During this tour, you will be shown how the paper is made and learn the characteristics that made the papyrus survive for thousands of years. The local artists in Egypt use it nowadays for art and drawing. They paint scenes and figures found on the walls of the tombs and temples. They use all types of ink and colors of your preference. You can buy those masterpieces and hang them on your wall and give it as a valuable gift to somebody.
Following this visit, you will then stop at the perfume and oil store. You will learn the process of extracting the essential oils and perfume essences from flowers and plants. You will be impressed to know that the ancient Egyptians use many oils for aromatherapy. You can find the pure essence of your favorite brand of perfume.
You can find a big collection of handmade glass bottles even you can watch the process of forming and making them.
Everything you think of buying from the places and stores we trust is authentic and guaranteed with reasonable prices.
At the end of the tour, we drop you off back at the hotel.
Price quotes are in US dollars per person per trip and are valid until April 30th, 2024. Please inquire for pricing over Christmas, New Year’s, and Easter holidays.
Reservations should be made as early as possible to book the desired holiday. Space on a given tour will be secured upon receipt a deposit of 25% of the full price. This payment will be 50% during the Christmas and New Year holidays and on packages including airfare. This deposit counts as part of your final payment. Deposits can be made by bank wire transfer or sent via Western Union or paid using a credit card (Visa or MasterCard). Payment should be received within 7 days of booking.
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Egypt is home to one of the world’s most remarkable market cultures. The country’s souks, bazaars, and markets are filled with an abundance of traditional crafts and traditional souvenirs. Everything from fragrant spices and fragrances to beautiful glasswork, textiles, and rare papyrus, we’ve compiled a list of Egypt shopping tours to find the finest traditional souvenirs and where you can find them.
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Major tourist destinations, hotels, and souvenir shops all accept US currency. The quantity of foreign currency or traveler's checks that may enter into a country is not subject to any limitations.
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Our trip to was wonderful. The accommodations and travel was seamlessly arranged by customer service rep, Mona, and we visited so many of the famous Egyptian antiquities. I would not have done the trip without the very knowledgeable guides, Ashraf and Mamdouh
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