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Wekalet El Ghouri Tanoura Show in Cairo

Authentic Egyptian Folk Music & Whirling Dervish Experience

Discover the soul of Egypt through an unforgettable evening at Wekalet El Ghouri Tanoura Show, one of Cairo’s most iconic cultural performances. Set in a breathtaking 16th-century Mamluk monument in El Azhar, this traditional music and dance show offers a deep insight into Egypt’s spiritual and folkloric heritage.

The Tanoura Show is a must-see cultural experience for visitors seeking authentic Egyptian traditions, Sufi music, and mesmerizing whirling dervish performances in the heart of Old Cairo.

Why Attend the Wekalet El Ghouri Tanoura Show?

• One of the best traditional shows in Cairo

• Performed at a historic Mamluk architectural masterpiece (built in 1504 AD)

• Authentic Egyptian folk music and Sufi rituals

• World-renowned El Tanoura Troupe for Cultural Heritage

• Ideal evening activity after sightseeing

• Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off

Tour Itinerary – Wekalet El Ghouri Tanoura Night Show

Evening Pick-Up from Your Hotel
In the early evening, our professional representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo in a private air-conditioned vehicle and escort you to Wekalet El Ghouri, located in the historic El Azhar district.

Arrival & Entrance
Entrance to the venue is at 6:15 PM, allowing time to explore the stunning courtyard and admire the Islamic Mamluk architecture before the performance begins.

Tanoura Show Experience (Starts at 7:30 PM)
The show opens with live performances by talented local Egyptian musicians, presenting a selection of traditional folkloric music that reflects Egypt’s rich musical heritage.

This is followed by the highlight of the evening — the Tanoura Dance, where dancers in colorful skirts perform rhythmic spinning movements symbolizing harmony and spiritual balance.

The performance concludes with a deeply moving Sufi Whirling Dervish (Darawish) ceremony, offering a spiritual and artistic experience unlike any other in Cairo.

Return to Your Hotel
After the show ends, you will be comfortably transferred back to your hotel, bringing an unforgettable cultural night in Cairo to a perfect close.

What’s Included

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Cairo

• All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle

• English-speaking escorted representative

• Entrance ticket to Wekalet El Ghouri Tanoura Show

• Bottled mineral water during the tour

• All service charges and taxes

What’s Not Included

• Personal expenses

• Optional activities

• Tipping

Important Notes

• Entrance time: 6:15 PM

• Show start time: 7:30 PM

• Supplement of USD 10 per person applies for pick-up from Heliopolis or 6th of October City

• Seats are limited and subject to availability

Book Your Tanoura Show in Cairo Today

Immerse yourself in Egypt’s living heritage and enjoy one of the most enchanting cultural nights in Cairo.
Reserve your seat now and experience the magic of Tanoura at Wekalet El Ghouri!