Experience an enchanting evening in Islamic Cairo with our Tanoura Show at Wekalet El Ghouri. Your adventure begins with a private pickup from your hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned car. Upon arrival at this historic 16th-century building, immerse yourself in the captivating world of Egyptian folk music and dance. Enjoy a mesmerizing performance by the Tanoura dance troupe, known for their vibrant costumes and intricate spinning movements that reflect centuries of tradition. Explore the stunning courtyard adorned with exquisite Islamic architecture and wood carvings. Savor a delicious dinner at a local restaurant, sampling traditional Egyptian dishes. Afterward, wander through the historic area, filled with landmarks, mosques, and bustling markets. Conclude your evening with a cup of traditional Egyptian tea, reflecting on the beauty of the performances and the rich cultural heritage of Egypt.
✓Begin your tour with a private pickup to Wekalet El Ghouri, a 16th-century historic site in Islamic Cairo.
✓Experience the Tanoura Show, an exciting Egyptian folk performance featuring vibrant costumes and traditional dance.
✓Explore the courtyard's stunning Islamic architecture, including intricate wood carvings.
✓Enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant, sampling traditional Egyptian cuisine.
✓Conclude the evening with Egyptian tea and a stroll through nearby historical landmarks and markets.
Stop by stop
What you do
In the evening, our representative will pick you up from your hotel in a private air-conditioned car to Wekalet El Ghouri, a historic building dating back to the 16th century in the heart of Islamic Cairo.
The Tanoura Show at Wekalet El Ghouri in Cairo is one of the most exciting Egyptian folk music performances. Enjoy a wonderful oriental evening with the traditional Egyptian dance troupe, the Tanoura Dance.
Explore the courtyard of the building, which features stunning Islamic architecture and intricate wood carvings. Watch the performers in vibrant costumes, twirling and spinning to the beat of the music.
Learn about the history and significance of the Tanoura Dance, which has been performed in Egypt for centuries. Take a break for dinner at a local restaurant, where you can sample traditional Egyptian dishes.
After dinner, take some time to explore the surrounding area, filled with historical landmarks, mosques and markets. End the evening with some traditional Egyptian tea and contemplate the beauty of the Tanoura Show.
After these fruitful visits, we will return you to your accommodation to relax and spend a peaceful night.
In the evening, our representative will pick you up from your hotel in a private air-conditioned car to Wekalet El Ghouri, a historic building dating back to the 16th century in the heart of Islamic Cairo.
The Tanoura Show at Wekalet El Ghouri in Cairo is one of the most exciting Egyptian folk music performances. Enjoy a wonderful oriental evening with the traditional Egyptian dance troupe, the Tanoura Dance.
Explore the courtyard of the building, which features stunning Islamic architecture and intricate wood carvings. Watch the performers in vibrant costumes, twirling and spinning to the beat of the music.
Learn about the history and significance of the Tanoura Dance, which has been performed in Egypt for centuries. Take a break for dinner at a local restaurant, where you can sample traditional Egyptian dishes.
After dinner, take some time to explore the surrounding area, filled with historical landmarks, mosques and markets. End the evening with some traditional Egyptian tea and contemplate the beauty of the Tanoura Show.
After these fruitful visits, we will return you to your accommodation to relax and spend a peaceful night.
Meals: Dinner
The price
What's included — and what isn't
✓ Included in the price
Meals
✓1 Dinner
Other Inclusions
✓All service charges and taxes
✓English-speaking Guide
✓Bottled water during the trip
✓Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary
✕ Not included
✕International Airfare
✕Entry visa to Egypt
✕Any optional tours
✕Personal Spending
✕Beverage
✕Tipping (It's recommended)
Rates
Price per person
This is a private tour — the same full itinerary whoever comes. The car, the guide and the entrance arrangements cost the same for two of you as for eight, so the more of you there are, the less each person pays.
Prices are per person for a private day tour. Larger groups pay less per person.
Travelling with childrenWhat each age pays of the adult rate
Up to 2 years
Free
Age from 2 and below 6 years
25% of adult
Age from 6 up to 11 years
50% of adult
Ages 12 and Up
Adult rate
This is the tour’s published child policy, applied to the per-person rate you book. It assumes the child shares a room with parents.
Rates are per person in US dollars and depend on travel dates and group size. Send us your dates and we will confirm the exact price — there is no charge for a quote.
Booking
How booking this works
Private, not a groupYour own Egyptologist guide and air-conditioned vehicle throughout.
25% to hold your datesThe balance is due up to two days before arrival, or in cash to your tour manager.
Cancel 30+ days out for 10%Charges rise closer to departure — the full policy is under Good to know.
A voucher within 24 hoursConfirmation with every booking detail lands by email once an advisor confirms.
Talk to Maro
Founder, Egypt Planners · Giza
Not quite the itinerary you had in mind? Tell Maro your dates and what you want to see — he and the team will rework this trip around them, at no extra cost.
Your daily tours usually start at 8 am, but you can change the time in coordination with your private guide.
You can make any changes to the itinerary if you have any special requests.
For reservations, contact us, and your reservation will be confirmed with one of our travel advisors.
After booking the trip, we will send you a voucher with all the booking details.
Prices are in US dollars per person per trip and you can pay in any other currency.
Rates are subject to change in case of any changes in airport taxes, hotel rates, transport rates, or government taxes.
Rates are not valid during Christmas or New Year.
Travel insurance and entry visa charges are not included in the package.
Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is entirely up to the discretion of travelers. Although it is not mandatory, it is of great importance to the people who take care of you while traveling.
Extra personal expenses on the trip may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational expenses, and other services not listed.
Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:
For the visa fees, please check Visa and Passport Information.
Additional transport that you require.
Tipping for the guide and driver after the trip.
In case of unforeseen events like bad weather conditions and eventual flight cancellations, you are responsible for extra hotel nights and meals.
All our packages and tours of Egypt do not include entrance fees to special archaeological sites such as entering the pyramids from inside, the mummies' room in Museum, or entering the Tutankhamun tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.
The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.
We are offering a low down payment of just 25% to secure your spaces on tour, including hotel rooms, cruise cabins, domestic flight tickets, and other travel-related services. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days before your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your tour manager, making you're booking a risk-free investment.
Cancellation after confirmation with payment before 30 days of the commencement of the tour: 10% of the value of the tour package.
Canceling the tour 30 to 20 days before commencement of the tour: 25% of the value of the package
Canceling 19-15 days before commencing the tour: 50% of the tour cost
Canceling 14-11 days before commencement of the tour: 75% of the tour cost
Canceling before 10 days or less before the tour date: No refund for the tour
Up to 2 years: FREE
Age from 2 and below 6 years: 25% of adult price
Age from 6 up to 11 years: 50% of adult price
Ages 12 and Up: adult price.
Notes:
Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents ( Maximum 1 Child sharing parent's room )
If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply.
A valid Passport for 6 months
Sunblock
Sunglasses
Sanitizer gel
Water holder
Bug spray
Warm clothes in winter
Cotton clothes in summer
A hat
Travel adaptor
Camera
Umbrella
Comfortable shoes
Medication
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"Cairo chaos with a four-year-old? Tanoura to the rescue! We weren't sure how Miguel would handle the show, but from the first spin, he was hooked. Eyes wide, he mimicked the twirling arms, his laughter echoing through the hall. The dinner was a hit too - hummus wars, pita bread butterflies, and endless scoops of rice pudding. By the time the show ended, Miguel was fast asleep in his stroller, dreaming of tanoura-colored sheep. A family memory made, one twirl at a time!"
★★★★★May 28, 2023
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Emily Chen
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"Solo in Cairo? Embrace it! I signed up for the Tanoura and dinner combo, a little nervous but mostly excited. The warm welcome from the staff instantly calmed my jitters. The meal was a journey in itself - fragrant stews, dips I couldn't name, and the sweetest Um Ali. Then came the show. The dervishes were mesmerizing, their synchronized twirls a blur of color and devotion. I found myself clapping along, completely swept up in the rhythm. It wasn't just a performance; it was a shared experience. Solo thumbs up for this Cairo adventure!"
★★★★★May 13, 2023
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Matthew Hall
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We had an incredible time at the Tanoura Dance Show at Wekalet El Ghouri with Local Dinner. The dancers' graceful moves were truly mesmerizing, and the vibrant colors of their costumes added to the visual spectacle. The local dinner was a feast of flavors, and we were pleasantly surprised by the diverse selection of dishes. This experience allowed us to immerse ourselves in Egyptian culture, and we left with hearts full of memories. Don't miss out on this fantastic evening in Cairo!
★★★★★April 6, 2023
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Mike
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Yo, Cairo crew! Remember that mind-blowing Tanoura show at Wekalet El Ghouri? We went last night, and let me tell you, it was epic! Swirling dervishes, colorful costumes, and beats that thrummed through your chest – a total sensory overload in the best way possible. Plus, the dinner beforehand? Pure Egyptian magic. Mezze platters piled high, succulent lamb shank, and flaky baklava made my taste buds do a happy dance. We were a group of ten, and everyone was raving about it. A must-do for any Cairo adventure!
★★★★★April 4, 2023
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Michael Jones
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"Cairo nights come alive with the Tanoura! Our group of ten friends piled into Wekalet El Ghouri, the historic walls practically humming with anticipation. The local dinner beforehand was a feast - mezze galore, fresh salads, and flaky, spiced lamb. We were already buzzing by the time the music started and the dervishes took the stage. Spinning like planets in orbit, their colorful skirts billowed like flames. It was pure magic, the air electric with their energy. A must-do for any Cairo crew!"
