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

Hoogtepunten

Inbegrepen

Route

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.

   1 uToegang inbegrepen

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.

   1 uToegang inbegrepen

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.

   15 minToegang inbegrepen

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

   15 minToegang inbegrepen

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

   15 minToegang inbegrepen

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.

   15 minToegang inbegrepen

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

   30 min

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.

   1 uToegang inbegrepen

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How it compares in Caïro

• Its from-price is 34% above the median of the 10229 experiences 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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