Giza Pyramids,Sphinx, Islami &Coptic Cairo: Private Full-Day Tour

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1. Experience the wonder of the ancient world with a visit to the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. Explore the historic landmarks with a guided tour and enjoy a short camel ride through the Sahara desert. Admire the panoramic views from the highest point and visit the Valley Temple. Don't forget to snap unlimited memorable photos with the help of a professional camel driver and photographer. Book now to make your dream vacation a reality and witness the only remaining wonder from the ancient world. Highlights include visiting the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, a camel ride, and entrance to the interior of the Great Pyramid of Khufu.

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2. Coptic Cairo, a section of Old Cairo, features historical sites such as the Babylon Fortress, Coptic Museum, the Hanging Church, and many other Coptic churches. According to Christian tradition, the Holy Family visited the area and stayed at the site of Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church. Coptic Cairo played a significant role in the history of Christianity in Egypt, as many of its churches were built after the Islamic conquest in the 7th century, and it remained a stronghold for Christianity during the Islamic era.

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3. The Hanging Church, or Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church, is an ancient Egyptian church that dates back to the 3rd century. It is considered one of the oldest churches in Egypt and belongs to the Coptic Orthodox Church of Alexandria.

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4. The Citadel of Cairo, also known as the Citadel of Saladin, is a fortification from the medieval Islamic era located in Cairo, Egypt. Constructed by Salah ad-Din and expanded upon by succeeding Egyptian leaders, it served as the governmental center of Egypt and the living quarters of its rulers for almost 700 years, spanning from the 13th to the 19th centuries.

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5. The Alabaster Mosque, also known as the Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha, is located within the Citadel of Cairo in Egypt. It was commissioned by Muhammad Ali Pasha and constructed between 1830 and 1848. Perched on the citadel's summit, this Ottoman-style mosque is the largest of its kind built during the first half of the 19th century. Its prominent twin minarets and distinctive silhouette make it the most recognizable mosque in Cairo. The mosque was erected as a tribute to Tusun Pasha, the eldest son of Muhammad Ali, who passed away in 1816. Alongside the citadel, this mosque stands as a notable landmark and popular tourist attraction in Cairo. It is one of the first sights to behold when approaching the city from any direction.

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How it compares in Caïro

• Its from-price is 67% above the median of the 2673 dagtrips we list in Caïro.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Caïro

Caïro is de uitgestrekte hoofdstad van Egypte aan de Nijl, waar de piramiden van Gizeh samenkomen met moskeeën, bazaars en farao-schatten.

Aan de westrand van de stad rijzen de piramiden van Gizeh en de Grote Sfinx op uit het woestijnplateau, met de trappiramide van Saqqara en de ruïnes van Memphis verder naar het zuiden. De grote musea van Caïro, het Egyptisch Museum aan het Tahrirplein en het enorme Grand Egyptian Museum naast het plateau, bewaren voorwerpen uit duizenden jaren.

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

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