Cairo Half Day Tours visit Islamic Cairo & ancient mosques
Description
Embark on an exciting, cultural journey into the heart of Egypt with this Half Day Trip to Islamic Cairo. A bustling hub of enchanting mosques, fascinating museums, and captivating historic sites, Islamic Cairo is truly a treasure trove for history enthusiasts and culture seekers alike. From stunning architectural marvels to the intricate artwork adorning its walls, Islamic Cairo offers a profound insight into Egypt's rich Islamic heritage. Join us in this half-day trip to explore its enigmatic beauty, learn about its remarkable history, and create unforgettable memories.
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Itinerary
Starts At 10:00 am Pickup from your hotel by our expert tour guide and transfer to the Citadel of Salah El Din in Cairo Where you visit Mohamed Ali Mosque that has been considered one of the most beautful mosque in Cairo it also know as the Alabaster Mosque because its outer walls has been Covered by Alabaster Stone
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. This was part of a vast campaign by the 19th century rulers of Egypt to both associate themselves with the perceived glory of earlier periods in Egypt‘s Islamic history and modernize the city.
Then drive to Al-Azhar Mosque in Cairo it`s also known as the mosque of the most resplendent is a mosque in Islamic Cairo in Egypt.Al-Mu'izz li-Din Allah of the Fatimid Caliphate commissioned its construction for the newly established capital city in 970. Its name is usually thought to allude to the Islamic prophet Muhammad's daughter Fatimah, a revered figure in Islam who was given the title az-Zahrā .the shining or resplendent one.It was the first mosque established in Cairo,a city that has since gained the nickname "the City of a Thousand Minarets
visit to El Hussein Mosque in Cairo .Hallowed mosque believed to be the burial site of the head of the prophet Muhammad's grandson.
Then Visit the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. The numerous shops in this district are known for trading fine brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, antiques and much more . Tour Finishes with drop off at Customer Hotel in Cairo
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
As per requested time our tour guide will be waiting inside the lobby of your hotel and he will be holding a sign showing our company name Emo Tours
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(51)
I had a fantastic time on the Islamic and Coptic Cairo Tour with Aya. It was a full day of exploration, immersing myself in the rich history and culture of both Islam and Coptic Christianity. We visited the most significant landmarks, and Aya was incredibly patient and knowledgeable, sharing fascinating insights throughout the tour. To top it off, she surprised me with a lunch cruise on the Nile — a thoughtful gesture that I truly appreciated, especially since I was planning to book it separately. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and highly recommend Aya for an enriching and memorable tour in Cairo. Thank you, Aya! I had so much fun!
Wonderful time with Amira and Ahmed on this tour. It was very informative and no details were missed. Lunch was delicious and I would definitely recommend this tour.
Super guide! He showed us around in the various mosques and explained a lot😊 he also asked us if we would see the various churches if were around the areas we were in! Here too he explained a lot about history and architecture very interesting and great 😊 he also took a lot of great photos of with and my husband, super experience👍
Mena will take photos very kindly! Knowing boyfriend's English isn't very good, it will help with simple words! The whole journey was very smooth (But the airport check-out will be charged 15 yen, we hope to let you know in advance when booking the trip)
Tour of Islamic Cairo. Our guide Raffaele nice, quiet, attentive. We visited the citadel, several mosques and the market. A unique experience
Dear our valued customer Thank you for your support and we would like to inform that we are taking every measure to ensure better service and greater customer satisfaction at all time . Ido wish to welcome you and your family in one of our tours soon 😊 Best regards, Emo Tours Egypt
Pierre did a marvelous job of explaining history, customs and culture providing context on the Citadel and Mosques. Total eye opener and have me a better appreciatiin for the Rich Egyptian culture and stories history. Highly recommend this tour.
Pierre provided excellent insights and context at the Cairo Citadel and all the mosques. He wove in the history, customs and key players at each location. He was attentive, proactive and sought My feedback and preferences regularlo. Super tour of key Islámic sites including Khan al Khalili Market. Got to experience Cairo daily rhythm and life to include muslim religious práctices. Total cultural experience
Dear our valued customer Thank you for your support and we would like to inform that we are taking every measure to ensure better service and greater customer satisfaction at all time . Ido wish to welcome you and your family in one of our tours soon ^_^ Best regards, Emo Tours Egypt
Excellent experience with very knowledgeable tour guide. Both tour guide and driver excellent. highly recomend
Driver picked us up from the hotel on time and we met Mahmoud the guide at the first site. He was very friendly and knowledgeable. He catered the tour to us by changing it from Mosques only to a combination of Mosques, Churches and a Synagogue. The Egyptian lunch was really good. Mahmoud took some really great photos of us. Would highly recommend
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Tour organized very well and perfect for visiting this area of the city. We had both a guide and a driver who showed us everything offering great descriptions and answers to all our doubts. Excellent knowledge of the Italian language. Highly recommended.
Dear Our Valued Customer First of all we would like to convey our heartiest thanks to you for your wonderful Feedback We are sure that Without your Feedback, it would not have been possible at all for any other travelers to know about who we are we are happy that you enjoyed the day We appreciate your time and efforts in Providing a feedback to us . Thank you Kind regards, Emo Tours Egypt
