Layover Trip to Islamic and Coptic Cairo

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About this activity

Take a Layover Trip to Islamic and Coptic Cairo like no other. This expertly guide on site tour is designed to offer you a mesmerizing encounter with Cairo's Islamic and Coptic marvels. Stroll through the bustling neighborhoods showcasing a fusion of Islamic and Coptic traditions. Visit iconic landmarks, experience the architectural grandeur of ancient mosques and Coptic churches, and immerse yourself in millenniums of history. This layover trip is a journey of discovery, offering illuminating insights into Cairo's legendary past.

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

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At a glance

Duration: 6 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: Egypt Tours Online

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Included: Lunch at local restaurants(Local Egyptian Food) ( If Option Selected )
Included: guide on site ( If Option Selected )
Included: Entry Fees ( If Option Selected )
Included: Bottle of water

Not included

Not included: Tipping
Not included: Personal Items

Itinerary

Coptic Cairo

one hour

Cairo's day tours to Christian and Islamic Sights starts at 8:00 am Pickup from your hotel in Cairo By 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,
The Hanging Church

30 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".
Synagogue Ben Ezra

30 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.
Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus

30 min

Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan

30 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.
Al Rifai Mosque

30 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.
Citadel of Saladin

one hour

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
Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As

30 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
Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar

one hour

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

Meeting point and pickup

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

Meeting point

Giza
cairo
6th of October City, Egypt
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giza
Giza
Cairo

End point

Giza
cairo
6th of October City, Egypt
giza
giza
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 1,952 more pickup points

As per confirmed pickup time you will find our tour guide waiting for you and he will hold a sign showing our company name

Using your ticket

TRAVEL TIP: Due to very low wages, "Baksheesh" or tips/gratuities are an integral part of life in Egypt. It is useful to carry small notes with you at all times. If you are unsure who, or how much to tip, please do not hesitate to ask your tour guide for guidance.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Dress code is smart casual

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

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

Options

Car +Guide +Entry fees

Car +Guide +Entry fees

Pickup included
Car +Guide +Entry fees +Lunch

Koshari is an Egyptian dish with rice, pasta, lentils, chickpeas, fried onions, and tomato-garlic sauce.

Pickup included
Car +Tour guide Only

Car +Tour guide Only

Pickup included
Car with Driver + audio Guide

Only Car With Driver

Pickup included