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Day Tour To Islamic Cairo

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Duration

7 hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

100 people

Languages

Chinese, English, Espanol, Francais, German, Italy, Japanese, Vietnamese

Overview

Urban exploration of Islamic Cairo – history and architecture. This is an all inclusive day trip taking you through the oldest part of Cairo, the Islamic city with its mosques and historical alleys and bazaars. The Citadel, the grand Mosque of Muhammad Ali, El Moez Street with historical monuments of Cairo and the Islamic art of the contemporary times are some of the places of interest seen on this guided tour.

 

Highlights

  • Discover the grandeur of the Citadel of Cairo, featuring the iconic Mosque of Muhammad Ali, famously called the Alabaster Mosque
  • Stroll along El Moez Street, one of Cairo's oldest streets, renowned for its exquisite Islamic architecture and rich history
  • Admire remarkable landmarks like the Barqouq Mosque & School, El Aqmar Mosque, and the beautifully intricate Blue Mosque
  • Immerse yourself in the lively ambiance of Cairo's historic Islamic quarters, passing through the impressive Bab El Fetouh and Bab El Nasr gates

Bulk discount (by Percent)

Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 2-3 2 3 41%
2 4-6 4 6 60%
3 7-10 7 10 65%
4 10-100 10 100 65%

Itinerary

This tour starts with a pickup from your hotel in Cairo and then you’ll be transported to the Citadel of Cairo. Begin the tour with the visit of the imposing Mosque of Muhammad Ali built of alabaster, offering good view of the city from above. From there you can move to El Moez Street which is an old Islamic tinged with ancient beauty of the medieval ages. Go through the historical and major mosques on the street such as the Barqouq Mosque & School, El Aqmar Mosque and the Blue Mosque. Move further north to visit the El Darb El Asfar – the ancient city where you will find the Dome, Hospital & School of Qalawoon. At the end of the day of sightseeing you will be taken back to your hotel.

Included/Excluded

  • Pickup and drop-off from/to your Cairo hotel
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Learn about Cairo’s ancient Islamic history, traditions and culture
  • Entrance fees to the Citadel, Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and other listed sites
  • Private, air-conditioned transportation
  • Bottled water and refreshments during the tour
  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses such as souvenirs
  • Tipping

Durations

5 – 7 hours

Tour's Location

FAQs

What should I wear for the tour?

Dress comfortably and wear walking shoes. For religious sites, modest clothing is required .

Are there opportunities for shopping during the tour?

yes, your tour guide is expert to help you to make a shopping.

Are there restroom facilities available along the tour route?

Yes, there are bathrooms in the sites.

Will there be free time for personal exploration at the various sites?

you will take 1 hour to explor site and take many image .

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