Embark on a private tour through the religious heritage of Cairo. Explore iconic mosques and ancient churches, immersing yourself in the city’s rich history and cultural diversity.
Embark on a private tour through the religious heritage of Cairo. Explore iconic mosques and ancient churches, immersing yourself in the city’s rich history and cultural diversity.
- Coptic Cairo - Begin your day tour of Cairo’s Christian and Islamic sites at 8:00 am with a hotel pickup. Your guide will take you to Old Cairo, also known as Christian Coptic Cairo, a significant location visited by the Holy Family, where their spiritual presence is still strongly felt.
- Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary) -…
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Coptic Cairo - Begin your day tour of Cairo’s Christian and Islamic sites at 8:00 am with a hotel pickup. Your guide will take you to Old Cairo, also known as Christian Coptic Cairo, a significant location visited by the Holy Family, where their spiritual presence is still strongly felt.
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Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary) - The Hanging Church is named for its position above a gatehouse of the Babylon Fortress, a Roman fortress in Coptic Cairo. Its nave is suspended over a passage, and the church is accessed by twenty-nine steps, earning it the nickname “the Staircase Church” from early travelers.
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Synagogue Ben Ezra - Visit and enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the Hanging Church, and the old Jewish synagogue, Ben Ezra Synagogue.
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Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus - Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, also known as Abu Serga, is one of the oldest Coptic Christian churches in Egypt, dating back to the 4th century. It is located in Coptic Cairo.
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Al Rifai Mosque - Next, visit the famous Al-Rifa’i Mosque, situated opposite the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan. This mosque was designed to complement the older structure, which dates back to around 1361.
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Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan - Continue to the grand El Sultan Hassan Mosque, also known as Madrasa El Sultan Hassan. Founded by Sultan Hassan in 1356 A.D., this massive Mamluk-era mosque and madrassa is located near the Citadel in Cairo.
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Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As - Visit the Mosque of Amr Ibn Elas, founded in 641 A.D. by the first Muslim leader Amr Ibn Elas. This mosque, built in 642 A.D., is located in the El Fustat area of Islamic Cairo.
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Cairo Citadel - Explore the Citadel of Cairo, where you can visit the renowned Mohamed Ali’s mosque, also known as the Alabaster Mosque.
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Khan Al-Khalili - Conclude your day tour with a visit to the Khan Khalili Bazaar. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Entry Fees (Optional)
- Guide (Optional)
- Lunch On The Nile (optional)
- Lunch At Local Restaurant (optional)
- Tipping
- Entry Fees (Optional)
- Guide (Optional)
- Lunch On The Nile (optional)
- Lunch At Local Restaurant (optional)
- Tipping
Undertake a personal exploration of Cairo’s varied religious history. Visit the historical sites that define Islamic and Christian Cairo, from renowned mosques to antiquated churches. Engage with the sacred importance of landmarks such as the Citadel of Saladin and the Hanging Church. This customized tour provides a distinctive understanding of Cairo’s…
Undertake a personal exploration of Cairo’s varied religious history. Visit the historical sites that define Islamic and Christian Cairo, from renowned mosques to antiquated churches. Engage with the sacred importance of landmarks such as the Citadel of Saladin and the Hanging Church. This customized tour provides a distinctive understanding of Cairo’s religious mosaic, displaying its abundant history and cultural plurality.
- 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.
