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Discover Medieval Islamic, Coptic and Jewish Cairo

Explore the most beautiful religious spots in Egypt during this 6-hour day trip to Cairo Let your informative tour guide lead you around the historical center of old Cairo and Learn more about Egypt’s history.

In Cairo
6 Hours
History
Upto 9 people
English
Highlights
  • Tour the historic center of Cairo
  • Visit the medieval mosques, churches, and synagogues
Description

After departing from your hotel in Cairo, you will get acquainted with your knowledgeable guide.

The first stop will be Saladin Citadel, an Islamic fortification located in El Mokattam hill near Cairo City Cente. The citadel was built to protect Cairo from the attacks of crusaders. The citadel complex contains several important buildings such as the famous Muhammad Ali Mosque which was constructed as an imitation of the Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul.

Next, you will head to the Old Cairo complex where you will have a chance to walk around and see the Coptic and Jewish monuments like the Roman Fortress and the Hanging Church.

Then, you will visit the Ben Ezra Jewish Synagogue, located at the site where Moses was praying at the time when Egypt was hit by a plague. Important facts about the Jewish History of Egypt were found inside the Geniza of the synagogue.

Later, you will head to the Mosque of Amr Ibn al-As which was the center for the newly born Islamic capital of Egypt. It was the first mosque in Africa.

Finally, you will stop at Khan El Khalili local market and Al Hussein Area where you will walk around the streets and get a chance to taste the local drinks.

What's included
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Transportation in a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private Egyptologist guide
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees
  • All taxes and service charges
What's excluded
  • Extras
  • Drinks during lunch
  • Gratitudes
  • Tipping
  • Optional activities
Address
27H5+PX,Egypt
Meet your Host
Khaled Ali Zaki

I am graduated from the field of arts for the subject "Ancient Civilizations". Currently holding a diploma in tourism for Egyptology, I have been working as a freelancer Egyptologist tour guide since 2009, offering my services in English and Italian.

From USD 92 / Person
Important Information
  • Fully refundable in case of any cancellation upto 2 days before the tour.