Sharm El Sheikh City Tour & Market Shopping
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Sharm El Sheikh's vibrant cityscape
- Discover the rich history of the Old Market
- Enjoy personalized attention from a private guide
- Experience local culture and traditions firsthand
- Capture memorable photos of iconic landmarks
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private guided city tour
- Visit to Old Market
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Enjoy a guided trip to iconic spots, take memorable photos, and visit the local area around Sharm. Learn about Islamic civilization by visiting Al Sahaba Mosques. Located in the Old Market, a tourist area in Sharm el-Sheikh, the mosque is enwrapped in a stellar fusion of different styles – Ottoman, Fatimid, and Mamluk – creating a unique blend of architectural elements and interior design.
The old market, or souk, in Sharm el-Sheikh, is a bustling area filled with a variety of shops and stalls selling traditional Egyptian goods. Take a stroll through the old market, shop at the old east bazaars inside the market, and purchase all the souvenirs you require from the massive market.
Orthodox Cathedral (Heavenly Cathedral) Visit the Heavenly Cathedral in Sharm El Sheikh, one of the most beautiful Orthodox churches in Egypt. Discover its impressive artwork, detailed biblical frescoes, and learn about the Christian heritage in the region.
Explore the highest spot of Sharm El Sheikh with breathtaking views of the sea and the city. Unforgettable secret View point for stunning photos.
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Confirm your hotel pickup time and location at least 24 hours in advance.
- Be prepared for potential traffic; allocate extra time for the tour.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and light clothing suitable for warm weather.
- Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Infants Required On Laps
Traveler reviews
Don't hesitate to book this tour!
From start to finish, this was a very professional and extremely well-organised tour. I am so pleased that we booked it. Even before pick up, the communication via WhatsApp was faultless. Our charming guide Azza picked us up from our hotel at the allotted time, and we enjoyed the most wonderful few hours with her. Azza has a huge amount of experience and knowledge and is clearly passionate about her job - this came through in her enthusiasm and positivity, and we ended our time with her richer for her company and knowledge. Azza never made us feel silly when we asked questions and was happy to impart her knowledge in an interesting and engaging way. Our tour took in Al Sahaba Mosque and the Heavenly Cathedral - both of these we would not have thought to visit had we gone independently. It was fascinating to hear about the history and learn so many fascinating facts. We felt very privileged to have visited these two wonderful buildings. Next, we visited the highest spot in Sharm El Sheikh and learnt so many things that we didn't know about the city. Azza was so patient with us, and being just the two of us with Azza, we were able to ask loads of questions! Then on to the old market, via a refreshment stop at a local cafe - again, this isn't something that we would have dared do on our own, but we are so pleased to have experienced. Azza treated us to the local sugar cane drink (Asab), it was both delicious and refreshing, and we sat and watched the world go by! It was amazing to watch the drink being made from the pile of raw sugar cane, and the cafe staff were delightful. The Old Market was a hive of activity. We were pleased to have Azza with us when it came to haggling!! Again, she was extremely helpful, knowledgeable and extremely patient with us. We managed to pick up some great Pashminas and took some great photos. During our time with her, Azza was professional, fun, engaging and always very attentive to our comfort and interests. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Azza and this tour - it was also extremely good value for money. Thank you for making this one of the highlights of our trip to Sharm.
Lovely!
Our tour guide, Eissa, was fantastic! He took the time to thoroughly explain everything, kept us hydrated with water in the heat, and patiently answered all our questions. It was a short and sweet experience, and honestly one of the best things I did. I definitely recommend bringing cash for the Old Market.
From pick up to drop of professional service.
Great city tour. The guide was very helpful.
A privileged tour with very well educated your tourist guide. Lots of information shared with us. We were so lucky .
Very good guide/driver who did not rush us around and explained all the interesting details regarding the places we visited.
Nice time
We met with a female guide who was very knowledgeable about the area and spoke excellent English. She was extremely nice and helpful and drove us around the Sharm area. We visited some great sites even though most of the things you will see are new as Sharm is a new city. Also did some shopping and perhaps spent a little too much money as our haggling skills were a little weak. This was a fun tour.