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4 Hours

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Cairo

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Egypt

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Tanoura Folkloric Show in Cairo

Name: Cairo Top Tours
Address: Egypt - Giza - Al-Ahram St.5th Hassan Said St. from Ahram St Giza P.O. Box 6, Egypt, EG
Telephone: +201022772955
Price range: 40$

Price Starting From : $50

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Cairo

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Tanoura Dance in Cairo

Tanoura dance, often called Sufi whirling, is a traditional dance rooted in Egypt and linked to Islam's Sufi heritage. Performed by Sufi dervishes, this captivating and meditative dance is a unique cultural experience not to be missed in Cairo. The "Al Tanoura Heritage Band," one of Egypt's most significant folkloric groups, enhances the performance with various musical instruments such as the oboe, drum, and rababa, creating a mesmerizing atmosphere. Established in February 1988, the band currently comprises 50 members and has participated in numerous national events and international cultural exchange programmes.

Egypt boasts a wealth of incredible sights, from ancient structures like the Step Pyramid to stunning landscapes such as the Nile River and the desert. Visitors from around the globe flock to Egypt to delve into its rich history and admire its remarkable attractions.

If you're seeking an exciting way to spend your day in Cairo, look no further than our Cairo day tours. We offer a range of excursions that showcase the best of this remarkable city. Explore our day tours in Cairo to discover many other attractions, including Saqqara, Memphis, and Old Cairo.

Overview

Inclusion

Transportation services to and from your hotel in Cairo or Giza.

English-speaking representative to accompany you on your tours in Cairo.

75-minute show at Wekalet El-Ghouri Tanoura show.

Air-conditioned vehicle transfers to the Wekalet El-Ghouri Egyptian Heritage site.

All service charges and taxes for your Egypt Day Tours are included.

Complimentary bottle of water during the show.

Photography is permitted during the Tanoura dance show in Cairo.

Exclusion

Any extras that are not mentioned in the Cairo Top Tours itinerary.
Video recording is prohibited during the Tanoura show in Cairo.
Any extra hours or walking tour in Cairo at Khan-e-Khalili Bazaar. (Extra charges may apply).
Tipping is not included in the Cairo Half Day Tours prices.

Itinerary

A Cairo Top Tours representative will pick you up to witness the authentic Egyptian Tanoura performance during your Cairo Day Trips. One of the must-see experiences in Cairo is the Tanoura Sufi dance show. The concept of Tanoura is rooted in the whirling and spinning, symbolizing the celebration of the universe and the cycle of life.

Our English-speaking representative will meet you at your hotel in either Cairo or Giza to take you to this extraordinary show, which is one of the top activities in our Egypt Day Tours.

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1 Person

$100 Per Person

2 - 3 Persons

$64.99 Per Person

4 - 6 Persons

$54.99 Per Person

7 - 10 Persons

$50 Per Person

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It is an Egyptian "Tanoura" show inspired by the mystical practices of the dervishes, which has turned into popular folklore, presented in many places in Egypt, including the archaeological Ghouri Palace Theater, which dates back to Sultan qansuh Al-Ghouri, the last Mamluk sultan in Egypt.
"I choose the colors and shapes that adorn theTanoura myself," said Mohammed Adel, who inherited the art of tanoura dancing from his father and grandfather, on Al-Mu'izz Street next to the Thuraya neighborhood, moments before he took to the stage with his purple skirt decorated in green and yellow colors.

According to some, Tanoura can be described as an evolved representation of Sufi whirling dervishes, an important part of Sufism, known for its mysticism and spiritual mode of worship.

Cairo hosts a lot of Tanoura Folkloric Shows, especially in the evenings in the entertainment venues and in the tourist regions. Wekalet El Ghouri in Islamic Cairo, El Dammah Theater in the Al-Azhar neighborhood, and certain Nile River cruise ships that include supper and entertainment packages are a few of the well-liked places to see the performance.

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