8-Hour Coptic and Islamic Cairo Tour with Khan el-Khalili

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the Saladin Citadel and enjoy panoramic views of Cairo
• 02 Visit the Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali
• 03 Discover Coptic Cairo, including the Hanging Church and the Church of Abu Serga
• 04 See the Ben Ezra Synagogue, Egypt's oldest Jewish temple with historic Geniza documents
• 05 Shop for traditional Egyptian handicrafts at Khan el-Khalili bazaar

Discover Cairo's rich religious and cultural heritage on this private 8-hour tour through its Coptic and Islamic landmarks. Visit the Saladin Citadel for panoramic views of the city, admire the magnificent Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and explore Coptic Cairo at the Hanging Church, the Church of Abu Serga, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue with its historic Geniza documents. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before browsing traditional Egyptian handicrafts at the vibrant Khan el-Khalili bazaar.

Discover Cairo's rich religious and cultural heritage on this private 8-hour tour through its Coptic and Islamic landmarks.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Cairo

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Coptic and Islamic Cairo Highlights

• Begin your tour with hotel pick-up and travel to the Saladin Citadel, an important historical fortress with a strategic location offering panoramic views of Cairo.
• Visit the Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali, one of Egypt's most magnificent and iconic mosques.
• Explore Coptic Cairo by visiting the Hanging Church, built over the Babylon Fortress, and the Church of Abu Serga, known as the Church of the Holy Cave.
• Visit the Ben Ezra Synagogue, Egypt's oldest Jewish temple, which houses the historic Geniza documents.
• Enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local restaurant.
• Continue to Khan el-Khalili bazaar to explore and purchase traditional Egyptian handicrafts.
• Conclude the tour with a transfer back to your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• We will organise your hotel pick-up and return services.
• All transfers will be by private, clean, air-conditioned vehicle.
• Entrance fees to the mentioned Coptic and Islamic sites.
• Egyptologist and qualified tour guide in your own language.
• A bottle of mineral water during your trip.
• All taxes and service charges.

What's Not Included

• Any additional activities or attractions not mentioned in the programme.
• If you consume any beverages during meals, you will pay for them yourself.
• Tips for the company team.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Tour start

Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.