Camel Market Day Tour in Cairo

 Tour Overview

A Cultural Journey into Egypt’s Most Authentic Camel Trading Hub

Step away from the usual tourist paths and discover one of Egypt’s most fascinating local traditions — the Birqash Camel Market, the largest camel trading center in Africa. Just a short drive from Cairo, this is where Egypt’s timeless desert culture comes alive.
At Sundora Tours, our Egyptologist guides will take you deep into this world of color, sound, and history — where hundreds of camels, traders, and local buyers gather every week in a spectacle that’s as ancient as the desert itself.

 Experience the Real Egypt

Your day begins with a private pickup from your Cairo or Giza hotel in an air-conditioned luxury vehicle. Accompanied by your private tour guide in Cairo, you’ll head to Birqash Village, located about 35 kilometers north of Cairo.

As you enter the Camel Market, you’ll feel as though you’ve stepped into another time. Traders, herders, and buyers shout across the market as hundreds of camels — brought from Sudan and southern Egypt — are inspected, priced, and sold.
Our experienced Egyptologist will explain the camel trade’s fascinating history — from the Darb al-Arba’in (Forty-Day Road) caravan route that once connected Sudan to Egypt, to the role camels played in Egyptian life for thousands of years.

You’ll also learn interesting facts — like how many humps Egyptian camels have (just one, since they’re dromedaries adapted to desert heat), and how local traders assess their strength, age, and health.

While this is an authentic experience, our guides ensure your comfort and safety at all times, keeping a respectful distance from busy trading zones and handling any communication with locals on your behalf.

What to Expect

• Observe hundreds of camels arriving from Sudan and Upper Egypt.
  
  
• Watch live bartering and auctions — a lively dance of voices, gestures, and tradition.
  
  
• Learn from your guide about Egypt’s camel heritage, trading routes, and Bedouin customs.
  
  
• Enjoy photo opportunities of the vibrant market scenes.
  
  
• Experience real local life beyond typical Cairo city tours.
  
  

Note: This market is raw and authentic — perfect for travelers seeking cultural insight and real Egypt experiences. It’s best suited for adventurous travelers, photographers, and those curious about Egypt’s living traditions.

Travel Tips

• What to wear when riding a camel in Egypt or visiting the market: light, breathable clothes, a hat, comfortable shoes, and a scarf or shawl for sun protection.
  
  
• Bring cash (small notes) if you want to buy tea, souvenirs, or local snacks.
  
  
• Avoid bright or flashy clothing to blend in with locals.
  
  
• Fridays are the busiest and most energetic day at the market.

Why Choose Sundora Tours

With decades of experience in Egyptology and cultural guiding, Sundora Tours offers travelers not just sightseeing — but deep connections with Egypt’s heritage.
From camel rides near the Giza Pyramids to authentic cultural markets like Birqash, we bring you closer to the spirit of Egypt in safe, insightful, and personalized ways.

If you’ve already explored the camel ride Cairo experience or marveled at the pyramids, this tour gives you a whole new perspective on the Egyptian camel — not just as a photo opportunity, but as a living symbol of the country’s desert culture.

 Step into the heart of Egyptian tradition.
Join Sundora Tours for an unforgettable Tour to the Camel Market of Birqash — where history, culture, and adventure meet on the desert’s edge.