Private Full Day Tour of Islamic and Coptic Cairo with Lunch

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About this activity

Discover the fascinating religious and cultural heritage of Cairo on a private 8-hour experience with your own professional Egyptologist guide and private air-conditioned vehicle. Explore the magnificent mosques of Islamic Cairo, including Amr Ibn Al-As Mosque, Al-Rifa’i Mosque, and Sultan Hassan Mosque, then journey into Coptic Cairo to discover the historic Church of Abu Serga and Saint Barbara Church.

Travel comfortably, explore at your own pace, learn the stories behind Cairo’s most important religious landmarks, and capture unforgettable photos. Book your private experience today and discover two remarkable sides of Cairo in one memorable day.

Highlights:

Private 8-hour Cairo experience
Professional Egyptologist guide
Explore Islamic Cairo’s historic mosques
Discover the churches of Coptic Cairo
Private air-conditioned transportation

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Arabic, German, English, Italian, Spanish
Operated by: Emo Tours Sweden

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: ✔️ Egyptologist tour guide
Included: ✔️ Lunch
Included: ✔️ Bottled water
Included: ✔️ Entrance fee
Included: ✔️ Private transportation

Not included

Not included: ❌ Personal items
Not included: ❌ Tipping

Itinerary

Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus

one hour Admission included

As per your request time pick up from your hotel by our tour guide then start your full day tour by visiting old Cairo. The Church of Martyrs Sergius and Bacchus, also known as Abu Serga, in Coptic Cairo is one of the oldest Coptic churches in Egypt, dating back to the 4th century Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church is traditionally believed to have been built on the spot where the Holy Family, Joseph, Mary and the infant Jesus Christ, rested at the end of their journey into Egypt. They may have lived here while Joseph worked at the fortress.
The Hanging Church

one hour Admission included

Then visit The Church of Mother of God Saint Mary in Egyptian Babylon), 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 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.
Synagogue Ben Ezra

2 hours Admission included

Then visiting old Jewish synagogue this was the synagogue whose geniza or store room was found in the 19th century to contain a treasure of forgotten, stored-away Hebrew, Aramaic and Judeo-Arabic secular and sacred manuscripts. The collection, known as the Cairo Geniza, was brought to the University of Cambridge in Cambridge, England at the instigation of Solomon Schechter. It is now divided between several academic libraries, with the majority being kept at the Cambridge University Library.
Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As

one hour Admission included

Then visiting Amr ibn Al-as mosque was built in 641-642 AD, as the center of the newly founded capital of Egypt, Fustat. The original structure was the first mosque ever built in Egypt and the whole of Africa.
Al Rifai Mosque

one hour Admission included

Then visit El Rifai mosque which dates from around 1361, and was architecturally conceived as a complement to the older structure. The mosque was constructed next to two large public squares and of several European style boulevards.
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan

2 hours Admission included

Then end the tour by visiting El Sultan Hassan mosque is a monumental mosque and madrasa located in the historic district of Cairo, Egypt. It was built between 1356 and 1363 during the Bahri Mamluk period, commissioned by Sultan an-Nasir Hasan. The mosque was considered remarkable for its massive size and innovative architectural components, and is still considered one of the most impressive historic monuments in Cairo today.

At the end of the tour start drive you back to your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

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 1,954 more pickup points

Our tour guide will be waiting for you at the lobby of your hotel holding a sign with our company name on it.

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

Options

All inclusive & Spanish Guide

Private tour includes: a private car with driver, Egyptologist spanish speaking guide, tickets and lunch.

Pickup included
All inclusive & German Guide

Private tour includes: a private car with driver, Egyptologist german speaking guide, tickets and lunch.

Pickup included
All inclusive & Italian Guide

Private tour includes: a private car with driver, Egyptologist italian speaking guide, tickets and lunch.

Pickup included
All inclusive & English Guide

Private tour includes: a private car with driver, Egyptologist english speaking guide, tickets and lunch.

Pickup included