Discover the rich historical heritage of Islamic Cairo on a private half-day exploration. Immerse yourself in the stunning Islamic art and architecture, and explore the vibrant lanes that shaped Egypt’s past.
Discover the rich historical heritage of Islamic Cairo on a private half-day exploration. Immerse yourself in the stunning Islamic art and architecture, and explore the vibrant lanes that shaped Egypt’s past.
- Cairo - Begins at 10:00 am with a pickup from your hotel by our knowledgeable tour guide, followed by a transfer to the Citadel of Salah El Din in Cairo.
- Mosque of Muhammad Ali - Visit the Mohamed Ali Mosque, renowned as one of the most beautiful mosques in Cairo. It is also known as the Alabaster Mosque due to its outer walls being covered…
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Cairo - Begins at 10:00 am with a pickup from your hotel by our knowledgeable tour guide, followed by a transfer to the Citadel of Salah El Din in Cairo.
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Mosque of Muhammad Ali - Visit the Mohamed Ali Mosque, renowned as one of the most beautiful mosques in Cairo. It is also known as the Alabaster Mosque due to its outer walls being covered in Alabaster Stone.
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Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan - Next, visit the famous Al-Rifa’i Mosque, located opposite the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan, which dates back to around 1361. This structure was designed to complement the older building as part of a 19th-century effort by Egypt’s rulers to link themselves with the glory of earlier Islamic periods and modernize the city.
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Al-Azhar Mosque - Continue to Al-Azhar Mosque in Cairo, also known as the mosque of the most resplendent. Commissioned by Al-Mu’izz li-Din Allah of the Fatimid Caliphate in 970 for the newly established capital, its name is believed to honor Fatimah, the daughter of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, who was titled az-Zahrā (the shining or resplendent one). It was the first mosque built in Cairo, a city now known as “the City of a Thousand Minarets.”
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Al Emam El Hussein Mosque - Conclude your day with a visit to El Hussein Mosque in Cairo, a revered site believed to be the burial place of the head of the prophet Muhammad’s grandson.
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Cairo - At the end of the tour, our guide will return you to your hotel in Cairo.
- Knowledgeable tour guide
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
- All transfers in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
- Exclusive private tour experience
- Complimentary bottled water
- Included entry fees to all attractions
- Knowledgeable tour guide
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
- All transfers in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
- Exclusive private tour experience
- Complimentary bottled water
- Included entry fees to all attractions
- Lunch (Optional)
- Tipping
- Lunch (Optional)
- Tipping
Our Private Half Day Tour provides you an exclusive exploration of the heart of Egypt’s rich history, Islamic Cairo. This tailor-made tour welcomes you to step into the inspiring heritage of the former Islamic empire with our top-notch tour guides leading the way. From the antique minarets to the alluring mosques and schools adorned with exquisite…
Our Private Half Day Tour provides you an exclusive exploration of the heart of Egypt’s rich history, Islamic Cairo. This tailor-made tour welcomes you to step into the inspiring heritage of the former Islamic empire with our top-notch tour guides leading the way. From the antique minarets to the alluring mosques and schools adorned with exquisite Islamic art and architecture, your journey through the vibrant lanes of Islamic Cairo uncovers Egypt’s splendid past. Soak in the beauty and relive the tales of the glorious era that shaped a substantial part of global culture and civilization.
Note : Visits start at 9 am
- Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
