Mahmoud Farrag, a licensed Egyptologist guiding Cairo, Giza and Alexandria.
No shopping stops. Entrance fees stated before you book. You can message him before paying anything.
What travellers say
It was a lovely experience! He was a great guide! Very kind. Recommend this 100% to everyone visiting Cairo who wants to explore!
Cem Y, USA · NovemberReview on Tripadvisor
It was a lovely experience! He was a great guide! Very kind. Recommend this 100% to everyone visiting Cairo who wants to explore!
Catarina Azevedo, Portugal · OctoberReview on Tripadvisor
Exceptional experience with a very knowledgeable and informative Mahmoud. Patience in particular is first class. A well educated individual and passionate about Egypt and its deep history.
Elie H, UK · SeptemberReview on Tripadvisor
From the moment we met Ibrahim, he was friendly, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable. We visited the Pyramids of Giza, the GEM Egyptian Museum, the Papyrus Museum, and enjoyed a boat ride along the Nile. Ibrahim made everything smooth, engaging, and genuinely enjoyable. He explained everything clearly without ever making it feel like a lecture, and he was always happy to answer questions. He made sure we understood our options, there was no pressure at all, and he took us to someone who charged exactly what we expected when booking a camel ride at the Pyramids. That level of honesty and transparency made a big difference. Most importantly for us as a father and daughter, Ibrahim went above and beyond in looking after my daughter, who is partially sighted. He kept a close eye on her throughout the day, and guided her personally throughout the trip and made sure she felt safe and included at all times. We even joked that he had become her '2nd dad' by the end of the trip! If you’re visiting Cairo and want a guide who is professional, trustworthy, and genuinely cares about his guests, we couldn’t recommend Ibrahim highly enough. Thank you for making our trip so special.
Stelaing, Isle of Portland · AprilReview on Tripadvisor
Everything was excellent. Mahmoud is amazing and provided us with the best experience. Thank you my friend.
Daydream553461, US · MarchReview on Tripadvisor
As a family we had a great day, and our tour guide is full of knowledge and could answer any questions we had. When we stopped for lunch, he made sure that an allergy was properly catered for so we could all eat. We had a great time, full of interesting facts of history, seeing amazing sights and knowing exactly where to stand to see the best, and get the best pictures.
missopinionated3, UK · OctoberReview on Tripadvisor
How a day with Farrag works
We start at the time we agreed.
No shopping stops unless you ask for one. No "cousin's perfume shop."
Entrance fees are separate and you are told the amount before you book, never on the day.
You can message Farrag before you pay anything.
Trips
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From the gallery
Recent photographs from real days out with Farrag.
The Cairo most visitors never see
Zamalek's tree-lined streets and river-facing cafes. Maadi's quiet, leafy blocks. The Nile corniche in the evening, when Cairo cools down and comes outside. Most tour itineraries skip all of it in favour of another monument.
Farrag grew up in this city. A free afternoon spent walking it with him is different from a free afternoon spent guessing where to go.
See the Zamalek and Maadi walk