Old Cairo Private Full-Day Tour: Citadel, Bazaar & Coptic Cairo

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1. Your day begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Your guide will provide a brief overview of the day's itinerary as you head to your first stop. The Citadel of Saladin (Approx. 2 hours): Your first destination is the Citadel of Saladin, a majestic fortress built to protect Cairo from the Crusaders. The Citadel stands on a hilltop offering incredible panoramic views of the city.

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2. The highlight of the Citadel is this stunning mosque, a magnificent example of Ottoman architecture. Its soaring domes and minarets dominate the Cairo skyline. Your guide will explain its history and significance.

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3. Next, you will be driven to the "Old Cairo" district, home to some of the city's most ancient and revered religious sites. As you walk through its narrow, stone-paved alleys, you will feel like you've stepped back in time.

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4. Visit one of the oldest Coptic Christian churches in Egypt, suspended above the Roman-era Babylon Fortress.

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5. Explore this historic church, believed to be built on a cave where the Holy Family took refuge during their flight into Egypt.

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6. See the Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the oldest synagogues in Egypt, which is said to be the site where baby Moses was found.

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7. After exploring Coptic Cairo, you will enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, where you can recharge with authentic Egyptian cuisine.

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8. our final stop is a sensory feast at the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar. This historic souk has been a major center for trade and commerce since the 14th century. Explore the Souk: Wander through a labyrinth of shops and stalls selling everything from intricate jewelry and hand-beaten copperware to aromatic spices and handmade lamps. Soak in the Atmosphere: Sip on traditional mint tea at a historic café like the famous El Fishawi, and watch the world go by in this bustling, vibrant market. Practice Haggling: Your guide can offer tips on the art of friendly bargaining, a fun and integral part of the shopping experience here. At the end of your tour, you will be comfortably transferred back to your hotel.

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How it compares in Cairo

• Its from-price is 34% above the median of the 10229 experiences we list in Cairo.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Cairo

Cairo is Egypt's sprawling capital on the Nile, where the Pyramids of Giza meet medieval mosques, busy bazaars and the treasures of the pharaohs.

On the western edge of the city, the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx rise from the desert plateau, with the step pyramid of Saqqara and the ruins of Memphis further south. Cairo's great museums, the Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square and the vast Grand Egyptian Museum beside the plateau, hold artefacts spanning thousands of years.

Top-ranked sights in Cairo: Egyptian Museum (Museum of Egyptian Antiquities), Saqqara (Sakkara), Khan El-Khalili.

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