Private Birqash Camel Market Tour from Cairo Discount Tickets

Overview

About 35 km northwest of Cairo, past the edge of the city, sits one of the largest camel markets in the Middle East, and it is nothing like a tourist attraction. At Birqash (Souq al-Gamaal), hundreds of camels arrive overland, many trekked up from Sudan, and traders haggle over them in fast, loud, hands-on bargaining. Your private guide walks you through what is actually happening: how camels are priced by age and condition, where they come from, and the hand signals dealers use. It is dusty, busy, and very real. It runs best on Friday and Saturday mornings, when the market is at full tilt. This is a working livestock market, so expect a raw, authentic scene rather than a polished one. Ideal for repeat visitors and curious travelers who want a side of Egypt few tourists see.

Pickup Information

Please share your hotel name and address when booking. Your guide will meet you at the hotel lobby very early in the morning for the drive to the Birqash camel market in Kerdasa area, northwest of Giza. This is a working livestock market and some travelers find the conditions difficult to witness. Comfortable closed-toe shoes essential.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Hotel pickup and drop-off in private air-conditioned vehicle

Visit to the Birqash Camel Market (Fridays and Saturdays only, market closes by late morning)

Private Multilingual Egyptologist guide

In-vehicle air conditioning

Bottled water

Exclusion

Personal expenses, purchases at the market, and anything not listed as included

Gratuities for guide and driver (suggested $10-15 USD per traveler, optional)

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness