Alexandria Street Food Tasting Tour

Schedule: Daily

Duration: Approximately 4–5 Hours

Pickup Time: 10:00 AM (Flexible timing upon request)

Tour Highlights

Join us on a culinary walking and tasting journey through the historic seaside city of Alexandria. Discover authentic flavors, fresh local ingredients, traditional cooking techniques, and distinctive Mediterranean food culture.

To truly experience the soul of Egypt, you must taste its food. Alexandria’s gastronomy reflects a unique blend of Egyptian tradition and Mediterranean heritage, from coastal seafood prepared fresh at local markets to cherished street-side dishes. This guided food tour takes you off the beaten path into neighborhood eateries and specialty shops that travel guidebooks rarely mention.

Detailed Itinerary

Morning Pickup & Culinary Introduction

Your Ramasside Tours guide will greet you directly at your hotel lobby in Alexandria holding a personalized company sign. Relax in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle as your culinary guide introduces Alexandria’s distinctive food traditions, historical spice routes, and Mediterranean culinary influences.

Street Food Tasting & Heritage Flavors

Begin your walking tour through vibrant neighborhood markets and authentic dining spots frequented exclusively by locals:

• Alexandrian Foul & Falafel (Taameya): Taste traditional fava beans and freshly fried Alexandrian taameya, renowned for its crispy texture, fragrant fresh herbs, and spicy sesame coating.
• Alexandrian Liver (Kebda Eskandarani): Savor Alexandria’s signature spiced beef liver sandwich cooked with garlic, chili peppers, and cumin at a classic street eatery.
• Fresh Mediterranean Seafood: Stroll past the coastal fish markets and enjoy grilled or fried catch-of-the-day specialties, including calamari, shrimp, and Mediterranean mullet seasoned with traditional Egyptian marinades.
• Authentic Koshary & Savory Pies: Sample Egypt’s legendary national dish, Koshary, layered with lentils, rice, pasta, chickpeas, crispy fried onions, and zesty tomato-garlic sauces, or traditional flaky Feteer Meshaltet.

Traditional Desserts & Cafe Culture

Conclude your gastronomic adventure on a sweet note:

• Oriental Sweets: Indulge in classic Alexandrian desserts, such as warm Om Ali, cream-filled Kunafa, and honey-soaked Basbousa.
• Authentic Egyptian Gelato & Ice Cream: Visit a celebrated heritage ice cream shop to taste authentic Bouza and mastic-infused flavors.
• Historic Ahwa (Coffeehouse) Experience: Relax in a traditional open-air cafe along the Corniche with a glass of fresh mint tea, Turkish-style Egyptian coffee, or seasonal fresh juices like sugarcane and mango.

Following the tastings, your driver will escort you comfortably back to your hotel in Alexandria.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

• Private transportation in modern, air-conditioned vehicles
• Professional licensed English-speaking culinary guide
• Curated food tastings, street snacks, and beverages during the tour
• All service charges and local taxes

Exclusions

• Additional food, full-course meals, or drinks ordered outside the tour tastings
• Personal expenses and shopping
• Gratuities / Tipping

Tour Add-ons & Travel Notes

Executive Luxury Minivan Upgrade

Upgrade your city transfers to a spacious executive minivan featuring extra legroom, dual-zone climate control, chilled bottled beverages, and generous luggage capacity.

Professional Studio Photographer

Hire a dedicated travel photographer to join your food tour across the vibrant bazaars and heritage cafes, capturing candid culinary moments and portraits for $50 per tour.

Airport Transfers

Private meet-and-assist airport transfers between Alexandria airports and your hotel are available for $30 per transfer. (Transfers starting from remote locations such as Cairo Heliopolis or 6th of October City are subject to an additional surcharge).

Visa Assistance

Save time upon arrival with pre-processed entry visas for eligible passport holders for $35 per person. Simply send a passport copy prior to travel.

Travel Insurance (AIG Travel Guard)

Comprehensive travel coverage through AIG Travel Guard is available for $15 per day or $25 per week per person.

Dietary Accommodations & Accessibility

• Vegetarian & Halal Options: Vegetarian-friendly tastings and halal options are available; please inform us of any dietary restrictions or food allergies in advance.
• Footwear Advice: Comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes are recommended for walking through traditional market streets.

Child Policy

• 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge
• 2 – 11.99 years: 50% of adult tour rate
• 12+ years: Full adult rate

For reservations and custom culinary itineraries, contact us at: [email protected]