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Old Cairo and Khan el Khalili Private Tour

City tours

  • 4 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 5 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Step back in time and explore the captivating heart of Old Cairo on this private tour. A dedicated guide will greet you at your hotel (depending on the tour operator, transportation might be an additional cost) and whisk you away on a journey through the ages. Your adventure begins in Old Cairo, a treasure trove of ancient churches, mosques, and synagogues. Marvel at the architectural wonders like the Hanging Church, a magnificent example of Coptic Christian architecture. Learn about the fascinating history of the Ben Ezra Synagogue, a place of worship for Jewish communities for centuries. Your guide will unveil hidden gems along the way, offering unique insights into the cultural and religious tapestry of Old Cairo. The journey continues to the legendary Khan el Khalili Bazaar, a sensory overload unlike any other. Wander through the labyrinthine alleys teeming with shops overflowing with treasures.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What's not

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Cairo. It was originally built in the 7th century, but the current structure was rebuilt following a 1904 fire. St. George is the only round church in Egypt, but unlike the original Church of the Holy Sepulchre and its many imitators, this is only for practical reasons – it is built atop the foundations of a Roman round tower. Mar is a title of respect in Syriac, literally meaning my lord. It is given to all saints and bishops. Girgis is the Arabized adoption of the Greek word Georgios, thus Mar Girgis means St. George in English.

    Passes by

  2. is a famous bazaar and souq (or souk) in the historic center of Cairo, Egypt. Established as a center of trade in the Mamluk era and named for one of its several historic caravanserais, the bazaar district has since become one of Cairo's main attractions for tourists and Egyptians alike. It is also home to many Egyptian artisans and workshops involved in the production of traditional crafts and souvenirs. The name Khan el-Khalili historically referred to a single building in the area; today it refers to the entire shopping

    2 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Key of Egypt
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Cairo

  • Its from-price is 61% below the median of the 1157 city tours we list in Cairo.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • 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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