Half Day Tour To Islamic Cairo

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Mosque in Cairo — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Half day tour to Islamic Cairo — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Explore the rich history of Islamic Cairo on this half-day tour. Immerse yourself in the beauty of historic mosques, bustling bazaars, and intricate architecture that showcase the city's Islamic heritage. Discover the allure of landmarks like the iconic Al-Azhar Mosque, the medieval Khan el-Khalili bazaar, and the stunning Sultan Hassan Mosque. This immersive journey offers a glimpse into the cultural and religious significance of this vibrant district.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–30
Audio guide: Arabic, English, Spanish
Guide: Arabic, English, Spanish
Operated by: Emo Tours Egypt

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Included: Lunch at local restaurants(Local Egyptian Food) (if option selected)
Included: Entry Fees
Included: Bottled water
Included: guide on site

Not included

Not included: Personal Items
Not included: Tipping

Itinerary

Citadel of Saladin

one hour Admission not included

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
Mosque of Muhammad Ali

30 min Admission not included

The Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha or Alabaster Mosque (Arabic: مسجد محمد علي‎; Turkish: Mehmet Ali Paşa Camii) is a mosque situated in the Citadel of Cairo in Egypt and was commissioned by Muhammad Ali Pasha between 1830 and 1848
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan

one hour Admission not included

Then 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. Its construction began 757 AH/1356 CE with work ending three years later “without even a single day of idleness”. At the time of construction the mosque was considered remarkable for its fantastic size and innovative architectural components. Commissioned by a sultan of a short and relatively unimpressive profile, al-Maqrizi noted that within the mosque were several “wonders of construction”. The mosque was, for example, designed to include schools for all four of the Sunni schools of thought: Shafi’i, Maliki, Hanafi and Hanbali
Al Rifai Mosque

30 min Admission not included

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.
Stop 5

one hour Admission not included

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

End your day tour By a visit to El Hussein Mosque in Cairo .Hallowed mosque believed to be the burial site of the head of the prophet Muhammad's grandson.

At the end of the tour our guide will transfer you back to your hotel in Cairo

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Al Haram
Joseph Fayez Bishay, 98-96 Masr We Al Sodan, Hadaeq Al Qubbah, Hada'iq El Qobbah, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
18 Al Mehwar Al Markazi - No. Ber 1, 6th of October City (2), Giza Governorate, Egypt
57 Zizinia, Industrial Area, New Cairo 3, Cairo Governorate 11511, Egypt
Al Seka, Kafr Nassar, Al Haram, Giza Governorate, Egypt
117 Zaghloul, Nazlet El-Semman, Al Haram, Giza Governorate, Egypt
Giza
Cairo

End point

Al Haram
Joseph Fayez Bishay, 98-96 Masr We Al Sodan, Hadaeq Al Qubbah, Hada'iq El Qobbah, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
18 Al Mehwar Al Markazi - No. Ber 1, 6th of October City (2), Giza Governorate, Egypt
57 Zizinia, Industrial Area, New Cairo 3, Cairo Governorate 11511, Egypt
Al Seka, Kafr Nassar, Al Haram, Giza Governorate, Egypt
117 Zaghloul, Nazlet El-Semman, Al Haram, Giza Governorate, Egypt
Giza
Cairo

Pickup points

Pyramids Island
Richard Pyramids Inn Hotel
Kemet Pyramids Inn
City Inn Alshwarbi Hotels
Solis Pyramids Hotel
Joanna Camp
Hor Moheb Hotel
Hotel Life
King Tout Hotel Pyramed View
Jana Pyramids View in 3
Alaaeldein Golden Pyramids
Farida Pyramids inn& Jacuzzi

and 1,937 more pickup points

Using your ticket

Emo tours egypt

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen

Options

Tour + Lunch

Koshari is an Egyptian dish with rice, pasta, lentils, chickpeas, fried onions, and tomato-garlic sauce.
Tour without Lunch

Tour without Lunch