Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour
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Travel back in time to the glory days of Cairo & Giza, and see some of the medieval and Ottoman city's greatest religious monuments, on this unique private guided tour. Admire the ancient Great Pyramids of Egypt with an Egyptologist expert guide and see a panoramic view of the 9 iconic Pyramids of Giza. Then move on to the stunning alabaster mosque of the renowned king Muhammad Ali Pasha located inside the medieval citadel of Saladin "the Ayyubid" (his family name). Take a break for lunch at a delicious Egyptian food court and shopping at one of the most vibrant elegant and renowned shopping markets in Cairo. Continue your astonishing day tour with your private guide & private chauffeur to the old Coptic Cairo to see the hanging church the oldest and most well-known church in Egypt and st. Sergius church under which there is a crypt in which the holy family stayed during their trip into Egypt, when they escaped from the megalomanic king Herod who wanted to murder Jesus the enfant.
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enjoy visiting the most famous landmark in Cairo The Pyramids of Giza, Cheops’s Great pyramid the only remaining wonder from the ancient world that still exists, the Great Sphinx, the panoramic point, valley temple & enjoy a short camel ride Book now and live your dream vacation. Description Visit the Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx and enjoy a camel ride around the Giza Pyramids. Discover Cairo’s most famous land marks “the Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx at Giza”. Explore the magical atmosphere of Sahara desert on the camelback ride, where you’ll be able to see the 9 pyramids and take unlimited beautiful memorable pictures. Highlights Visit the Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx Enjoy a camel ride in Giza The Panoramic Point The Valley Temple Memorable Photos Professional camel driver & photographer Visit one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the three Pyramids of Giza: the great pyramid of Khufu, Entrance to the interior of the Great Pyramid only, Chephren and Menkaure.
Visit the majestic Great Sphinx: the largest single block sculpture at the foot of the Pyramid Chephren. Then, explore Valley Temple facing the great Sphinx and get an opportunity to ride a camel with the Pyramids in the background. Then, visit the essential oil makers to learn about the different oils that the ancient Egyptians used to open their body Chakras and to protect the skin of their mummies.
Coptic Cairo is a part of Old Cairo which encompasses the Babylon Fortress, the Coptic Museum, the Hanging Church, the Greek Church of St. George and many other Coptic churches and historical sites. It is believed in Christian tradition that the Holy Family visited this area and stayed at the site of Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church (Abu Serga). Coptic Cairo was a stronghold for Christianity in Egypt both before and during the Islamic era, as most of its churches were built after the Muslim conquest of Egypt in the 7th century.
Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church, also known as the Hanging Church, is one of the oldest churches in Egypt and the history of a church on this site dates to the third century. It belongs to the Coptic Orthodox Church of Alexandria.
The Citadel of Cairo or Citadel of Saladin is a medieval Islamic-era fortification in Cairo, Egypt, built by Salah ad-Din and further developed by subsequent Egyptian rulers. It was the seat of government in Egypt and the residence of its rulers for nearly 700 years from the 13th to the 19th centuries.
The Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha or Alabaster Mosque is a mosque situated in the Citadel of Cairo in Egypt and was commissioned by Muhammad Ali Pasha between 1830 and 1848. Situated on the summit of the citadel, this Ottoman mosque, the largest to be built in the first half of the 19th century, is, with its animated silhouette and twin minarets, the most visible mosque in Cairo. The mosque was built in memory of Tusun Pasha, Muhammad Ali's oldest son, who died in 1816. This mosque, along with the citadel, is one of the landmarks and tourist attractions of Cairo and is one of the first features to be seen when approaching the city from any direction.
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Just in front of the entrance of your hotel.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Reviews(99)
Right place, attentive staff. Expensive price for quality served. But if you're there and you have to eat...... I don't attach a picture, since I didn't pay.
We made the visit in Spanish with Gigi throughout the day in Cairo. She is an excellent guide and expert in Egyptology. Very very good and super friendly. Recommendation 100%
My wife and I did a Viking Nile cruise in March 2022 (which was excellent, by the way). But we wanted to see more of Egypt’s culture and history. If you go all the way to Egypt and do only pyramids and tombs, you’re missing half of Egypt’s story. So we contacted Muhammad Swefy (Mo) to do a custom all-day Islamic Architecture and Design tour in Cairo. Mo put together a great 7-hour tour, based on a route down historic Al-Muizz li-din Allah Street. This included the Madrassa and Mausoleum of Barquq, Madrassa of Qalaun, Al Azhar Mosque, Mosque-Madrassa of Al Ghouri, Al-Rifa’i Mosque, Mosque of Sultan Hassan, the medieval gates of the Cairo Citadel, and many other sites. Mo did a great job. He’s very knowledgeable in architecture, design, and culture, as well as the history of Cairo. He picked a fine place for lunch. We got to ride in tuk-tuks between some of the sites. And as everyone else has mentioned, he speaks English with only a slight trace of an accent. Frankly, I wouldn’t dream of visiting the interiors of active Cairo mosques without an Arabic speaking Muslim guide. Mo smoothed the way for us at all locations. He even helped my wife adjust her Amazon-bought hijab. We highly recommend him. My apologies to Mr. Swefy. I told him we’d write up a good review of his tour for the web, but it only took me 3 years.
This tour was completely over the top! My guide was especially interested in Coptic Cairo because it is his neighborhood. He thought about me and anticipated water, snacks, lunch, all details. He helped me decide to ride my attractive camel Mickie. I am no horsewoman but he and the camel lead helped me and were very patient when I inadvertently kicked he poor animal while I was mounting because I had a hip replacement. In spite of the replacement, the saddle was comfortable and they checked frequently to see if I was ok for the duration. It was so thrilling to me to see the Christian churches, synagogue and mosque all in one visit. This tour was the experience of a lifetime and I’ll never forget it. I also had the most delicious lamb for lunch! An incredible experience!
Honestly, I have traveled so much and he is the best top guide I ever met. So nice, quickly available, super safe, punctual, super adapting and understanding of what you want, need or like. He can share with you everything you wish to ask. Very good communication, English and Spanish. Really good relationship with his driver too. We couldn't have had a better experience. I am so grateful that someone send me his contact and straight away he answered and start planning and enjoying our perfect Egypt days. We are definitely going back and calling him again. This is how one person can make such big difference in your day. Thank you and to the friends that recommend you to us like I do now to others. Hope others meet you and have such good time too🙏🏽🤗
The Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx were even more impressive in person Our guide was excellent, sharing stories and history that added depth to our visit Exploring the Islamic and Coptic areas of Cairo afterward was enlightening each site was more beautiful than the last I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Egypt!
The surroundings were magnificent, and our knowledgeable guide made the history engaging and easy to understand. The Islamic and Coptic Cairo tour was a wonderful addition, featuring beautiful architecture and significant historical sites. This full-day experience was well organized, and I would recommend it to anyone traveling to Egypt!
Our tour of the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, Coptic Cairo, Islamic Cairo, and Giza was a magical odyssey through Egypt's most iconic sites. The ancient mysteries of the pyramids, the enigmatic presence of the Sphinx, the spiritual ambiance of Coptic Cairo, and the vibrant energy of Islamic Cairo all combined to create a truly unforgettable experience. With our guide's insightful commentary, this trip became not just a sightseeing tour but a profound exploration of Egypt's rich and diverse heritage!
An amazing experience visiting the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx The beauty and magnificence of these historical monuments cannot be described I highly recommend this trip for an unforgettable experience
A wonderful trip to the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx! The stunning landscapes and massive structures will take you to another world I highly recommend this magical trip