Old Islamic and Coptic Full Day Tour

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About this activity

No visit to Cairo is truly complete without immersing oneself in the awe-inspiring sights of old Islamic Cairo. Exploring this historic district can easily occupy days, if not weeks. And if you're fortunate enough to book this tour with us, you'll be in for a treat. Our specially customized itinerary covers the most significant Islamic sites, spanning various dynasties, and offers a glimpse into the vibrant life of Egypt. As you navigate through this remarkable quarter, you'll also have the opportunity to witness one of the world's oldest Christian collections.

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At a glance

Duration: 5–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Cairo Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Professional licensed Egyptologist tour guide
Included: Pick up and drop off at the hotel
Included: Bottled water on board
Included: Entrance tickets.
Included: All service charge and taxes.

Not included

Not included: Personal expenses.
Not included: Tipping

Itinerary

Citadel of Saladin

one hour Admission included

Visit the citadel of Saladin that was build to protect Cairo from the crusaders amazing Islamic military old architectures, see the Mosque of Mohamed Ali that was build during the Ottoman dynasty in Egypt.
Mosque of Muhammad Ali

one hour Admission included

Mohamed Ali mosque a relatively late addition to the fortress, but one that by virtue of it's prominent site and bulk, it's the most visible monument in Cairo - serves to symbolize the citadel in the minds of most visitors. Ironically, the mosque is designed wholly along Turkish lines and owes nothing to the architectural traditions of Egypt, Mohamed Ali was the first ruler of royal family from 1805 till they were removed by 1952 revaluation, this Mosque was built honor of his son after he passed away to be buried inside and later Mohamed Ali was also buried with his son.
Mosque of Ibn Tulun

one hour Admission included

Ibn tuluns's is the oldet mosque in Egypt. This fact will excite an architectural historian, but for the casual visitor the main interest lies in it's curious " open-air" minaret which is an easy and rewarding climb as it's spiral staircases unique minaret imitating the art of Samaraa the city of Iraq, It's perhaps the strongest mosque ever built in Cairo, you will get exited with it's story with Momia tours guide.
The Hanging Church

30 min Admission included

"Hanging Church" which is dating back to the 3rd Century AD and was dedicated to Virgin Mary, It’s called "Hanging" because of its location above the gatehouse of the ancient Roman fortress "Babylon" .It contains 110 Holy icons depicting beautiful religious scenes.
Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus

30 min Admission included

Then visiting "Saint Sergius and Bacchus Church” which is believed to have been built on the spot where the holy family rested at the end of their journey into Egypt.
Synagogue Ben Ezra

30 min Admission included

Then, visiting the "Jewish Synagogue of Ben Ezra" which gained its importance from its Geniza (Store room) was found during the 19th century containing a treasure of abandoned Hebrew secular and sacred manuscripts