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Private Trip Visit Islamic And Coptic Cairo

5.01 reviewKhan El-Khalili

  • 6 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 3 languages
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Highlights

Discover the dual heritage of Cairo on a day tour that explores its Islamic and Christian roots. Immerse yourself in the cultural richness of Islamic Cairo, visiting mosques and bazaars. Then, uncover the Christian legacy as you explore ancient churches and historical sites. This tour offers a fascinating glimpse into Cairo's religious and historical evolution.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Bottle of Water
  • Private Tour
  • All Transfers by Private A/C Vehicles

What's not

  • Personal Items
  • Tipping
  • Entry Fees (Optional)
  • Guide on site (Optional)
  • Lunch (Optional)

Itinerary

  1. Cairo's day tours to Christian and Islamic Sights starts at 8:30 am Pickup from your hotel in Cairo By guide to Start your full day tour visiting Old Cairo that known as Christian Coptic Cairo which is Among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is most felt still, There you will be able to visit and Enter the Church

    30 min

  2. The Hanging Church is named for its location above a gatehouse of Babylon Fortress, the Roman fortress in Coptic Cairo (Old Cairo); its nave is suspended over a passage. The church is approached by twenty-nine steps; early travelers to Cairo dubbed it "the Staircase Church".

    30 min

  3. There you will be able to visit and Enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old jewish synagogue – Ben Ezra Synagogue.

    30 min

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    1 h

  5. then visit hat was founded in 641 A.D By the First Muslam leader Amr Ibn Elas Over there in Islamic Cairo you will be able to Visit and Enter the Following Mosques `Masjid` Amr Ibn Elas Mosque that was built in 642 A.D By the Muslim leader Amr Ibn Elas at El FUSTAT area

    30 min

  6. Then followed by a visit to the Most and Biggest mosques in Cairo which is El Sultan Hassan Mosque that also known as `Madrasa El Sultan Hassan` that was founded by Sultan Hassan in 1356 A.D The Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan is a massive Mamluk era mosque and madrassa located near The Citadel in Cairo.

    30 min

  7. Then followed by another big famous Mosque Which is Al-Rifa’i Mosque The building is located opposite the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan, which dates from around 1361, and was architecturally conceived as a complement to the older structure.

    30 min

  8. The Citadel of Cairo, located in the heart of Egypt's bustling capital, is a monumental fortress that boasts a rich historical significance. Perched atop the Mokattam Hill, this architectural marvel dates back to the medieval times and showcases the fascinating blend of Islamic and military architecture.

    1 h

  9. Then End your day tour with a visit to Khan Khalili Bazaar At the end of the Tour, you will be transferred back to your Hotel.

    1 h

Cancellation

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

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Egipto Excursiones
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen

How it compares in Cairo

  • Its from-price is 81% below the median of the 10229 experiences we list in Cairo.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 5052 of 10229.
  • 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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