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Viator · Private tour

Day Tour To Islamic And Christian Cairo

5.0(1)Cairo1 hour
VIATOR5.0(1)

Description

Discover The Rich Heritage of Islamic And Christian Cairo Explore the depth of Egypt's enthralling history and vibrant culture with a day tour to Islamic and Christian Cairo. Witness a tapestry of intricate architecture, rich traditions, and the spiritual longevity that defines both Islamic and Christian Cairo. Marvel at the splendor of intricate mosques, serene churches, and the awe-inspiring Coptic Cairo, each a testament to the enduring legacy of Egypt's multiple faiths and cultures. From the grandeur of the Hanging Church to the magnificence of the Sultan Hassan Mosque, your journey through history promises a memorable experience.

Tour Options

Car + Tour Guide Only
  • Duration: 8 hours Tour Includes :: Private Car + Tours Guide Only Pickup included
Car+ Guide+ Entry fees+ Lunch
  • Duration: 10 hours Lunch at local Restaurant : Koshari is an Egyptian dish with rice, pasta, lentils, chickpeas, fried onions, and tomato-garlic sauce. Pickup included
Car with Driver + audio Guide
  • Only Car With Driver Pickup included
Car+ Guide+ Entry fees
  • Duration: 9 hours Tour Includes :: Private Car+ Guide+ Entry fees Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission not included60 min

Cairo's day tours to Christian and Islamic Sights starts at 8:00 am Pickup from your hotel in Cairo By Tour guide to Start your full day tour visiting Old Cairo that known as Christian Coptic Cairo which is Among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is most felt still,

Admission not included60 min

The Hanging Church is named for its location above a gatehouse of Babylon Fortress, the Roman fortress in Coptic Cairo (Old Cairo); its nave is suspended over a passage. The church is approached by twenty-nine steps; early travelers to Cairo dubbed it "the Staircase Church".

Admission not included30 min

There you will be able to visit and Enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old jewish synagogue – Ben Ezra Synagogue.

Admission not included30 min

Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara

Admission not included30 min

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.

Admission not included30 min

hen followed by a visit to the Most and Biggest mosques in Cairo which is El Sultan Hassan Mosque that also known as `Madrasa El Sultan Hassan` that was founded by Sultan Hassan in 1356 A.D The Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan is a massive Mamluk era mosque and madrassa located near The Citadel in Cairo.

Admission not included60 min

Then visit The Citadel of Cairo where you can visit the most famous mosque in Cairo which is Mohamed Ali`s mosque that known as the Alabaster Mosque

Admission not included30 min

then visit hat was founded in 641 A.D By the First Muslam leader Amr Ibn Elas Over there in Islamic Cairo you will be able to Visit and Enter the Following Mosques `Masjid` Amr Ibn Elas Mosque that was built in 642 A.D By the Muslim leader Amr Ibn Elas at El FUSTAT area

30 min

Then End your day tour with a visit to Khan Khalili Bazaar At the end of the Tour, you will be transferred back to your Hotel there is possibility of entering any of the Coptic Museum or the Islamic Museum or Felucca boat ride sailing on the Nile But this can be added in the middle of the booking process because it requires additional fees

Highlights

Entry fees ( if option selected )
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Guide on site (if option selected)
Lunch at local restaurants (Local Egyptian food) (if option selected)
Bottle of water

What's included

Included
Entry fees ( if option selected )
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Guide on site (if option selected)
Lunch at local restaurants (Local Egyptian food) (if option selected)
Bottle of water
Not included
Tipping
Personal Items

Pickup Locations & Times

As per requested time our tour guide will be waiting inside he lobby of your hotel and he will be holding a sign showing your name on it

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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
  • Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen

Reviews(1)

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Rizwanullah_K
May 10, 2022
I will recommend others to book this trip.

Our guide was Mr. Imam. He was a knowledgeable person. He was very cooperative and helpful. He was fluent in English.