Private Walking Tour in ElMoez Street & Khan Elkhalili Market
Description
Al-Muizz li-Din Allah al-Fatimi Street or al-Muizz Street for short, is a major north-to-south street in the walled city of historic Cairo, Egypt. It is one of Cairo's oldest streets as it dates back to the foundation of the city (not counting the earlier Fustat) by the Fatimid dynasty in the 10th century, under their fourth caliph, Al-Mu'izz li-Din Allah (after whom the street is named). The Mosque of al-Hakim is a historic mosque in Cairo, Egypt. It is named after Al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah (985–1021), the sixth Fatimid caliph and 16th Ismaili Imam. Construction of the mosque was originally started by Caliph al-'Aziz, the son of al-Mu'izz and the father of al Hakim, in 990 AD. It was completed in 1013 by al-Hakim, which is why it is named after him. Khan el-Khalili is a famous bazaar and souq in the historic center of Cairo, Egypt. Established as a center of trade in the Mamluk era. The bazaar district has since become one of Cairo's main attractions for tourists and Egyptians alike.
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Itinerary
This is one of the old streets in Cairo where you can feel the walking in the 10 century city. You will see the different architectural styles of the minarets of the mosques which dates back to different Islamic eras. You can see Sabils which are small kiosks in the Islamic architectural tradition where water is freely dispensed to members of the public by an attendant behind a grilled window.
The Mosque of al-Hakim romanized: Masjid al-Ḥākim bi Amr Allāh), nicknamed al-Anwer 'the Illuminated'), is a historic mosque in Cairo, Egypt. It is named after Al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah (985–1021), the sixth Fatimid caliph and 16th Ismaili Imam. Construction of the mosque was originally started by Caliph al-'Aziz, the son of al-Mu'izz and the father of al Hakim, in 990 AD. It was completed in 1013 by al-Hakim, which is why it is named after him.
Khan el-Khalili is a famous bazaar and souq (or souk) in the historic center of Cairo, Egypt. Established as a center of trade in the Mamluk era and named for one of its several historic caravanserais, the bazaar district has since become one of Cairo's main attractions for tourists and Egyptians alike. It is also home to many Egyptian artisans and workshops involved in the production of traditional crafts and souvenirs. The name Khan el-Khalili historically referred to a single building in the area; today it refers to the entire shopping district.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup service is available from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza. The long-range pickup service from Nasr City, Cairo Airport, Heliopolis City, Mirage City, Rehab City, Madinaty, New Cairo, New Capital hotels, or 6th of October is available to book in the checkout process as an 'Add-on'. You will be contacted via WhatsApp, email, or phone the day before the tour to confirm the exact pickup time.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(16)
This was part of our 10days tour in Egypt so we had experience with 4 different guides and we had Zizou for this specific day tour and he’s by far the best guide for the whole trip for us - we realised how important it is to have a great guide and how different the experience could end up with a different guide. Zizou is well organised, enthusiastic and passionate which made our day much more interesting and exciting. He is incredibly knowledgeable and fantastic at making the history interesting, and he paced and organised our day perfectly so we didn’t feel rushed or overwhelmed. He is also a great photographer if you like pictures! We’re very happy with the tour and would highly recommend Zizou to anyone traveling in Cairo!
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Great tour of the Khan Al Khalil market area. Zizou was very knowledgeable about Islamic history and architecture along El Moez street.
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It's a fantastic scene with a strong Arabic atmosphere, an old café, Zizou's accompaniment and instructions, so the whole shopping trip is fruitful! We strongly recommend accompanying guides to visit this market!
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Our experience in Egypt was very nice and more accompanied by our tourist guide Enas Zenhom, made us feel safe and very confident in our walks, thank you very much Enas for that timeshare, I will recommend you with each person who knows goes to Egypt, you are a very very nice person, I wish you all the beautiful
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Experience the culture of living of modern Egyptians, listen to the Zizou guide to tell us about the detailed historical background, then visit the Elkhalili market to see a variety of colorful and luxurious goods sold along the streets. Finally at night to experience the local smoke as a conclusion, very pleased.
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We had an unforgettable trip to Egypt, all thanks to Zizou! His expertise in Egyptology was exceptional, bringing history to life with fascinating stories and insights. Zizou went above and beyond to ensure our journey was smooth, tailored to our interests, and full of memorable moments. His passion, professionalism, and genuine care made this trip truly special. If you’re visiting Egypt, Zizou is the guide you need!
Dear Ronit, Thank you very much for your valuable time to write this review. We are pleased to serve you, and we thank you for your trust in choosing us. We hope to see you in Egypt again.🙏🙏
My first day in Cairo, I chose this tour in the morning. Enas and her driver pick me up at my hotel promptly @ 4pm. Her driver was a pro at negotiating thru the harry Cairo traffic. Since this was a 4pm tour I got to view Cairo during daylight and the beautiful night lights of my tour. Enas is a lovely tour guide and very personable. I give her 5 stars as my tour was very enjoyable and learnt a lot about Cairo from her. I highly recommend Enas and this tour
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Zizou was an amazing guide. Very knowledgeable and pleasant. Felt like we spent time with a new friend. Highly recommend.
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The walk was beautiful, very good the attention and kindness of Inés, I highly recommend it!!! It's to go walking slowly and see everything!
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We had an extraordinary tour of Islamic Egypt with our exceptional guide, Mostafa. From the moment Mostafa greeted us and our driver picked us up, the experience was smooth and enjoyable. We began our tour with a comfortable ride to the starting point, where Mostafa provided a thorough and engaging introduction. His explanations were clear and insightful, surpassing anything we could find in a book. The intricate Islamic history of Egypt, often complex, was made wonderfully simple and interconnected through Mostafa's expert guidance. Experiencing the stunning sites of Egypt was truly breathtaking, and having Mostafa's knowledgeable insights made it even more special. We highly recommend this tour. Mostafa's expertise spans various eras of Egyptian history, and he is familiar with all the significant historical and cultural landmarks. Let Mostafa lead you through Egypt's fascinating past and present, transforming your visit into an enriching and unforgettable journey.
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