7-Hour Old Cairo Private Tour with Islamic and Coptic Landmarks

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the Citadel of Saladin and the stunning Mosque of Muhammad Ali
• 02 Visit Sultan Hassan Mosque and Al-Rifa'i Mosque, masterpieces of Islamic architecture
• 03 Discover the historic churches and heritage of Coptic Cairo
• 04 Browse local bazaars and souvenir shops in Old Cairo

Explore Old Cairo on a private 7-hour tour through the city's Islamic and Coptic heritage. Visit the Citadel of Saladin, the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, Sultan Hassan Mosque, Al-Rifa'i Mosque, and the historic churches of Coptic Cairo, including the Hanging Church and Abu Serga Church. Along the way, discover local culture, browse vibrant bazaars and souvenir shops, and enjoy comfortable transport with a professional guide. Optional lunch and hotel transfers make the experience smooth and convenient.

Start your journey at the Citadel of Saladin and visit the stunning Mosque of Muhammad Ali.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Cairo

Languages Arabic, English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Old Cairo's Islamic, Coptic and Citadel Highlights

• Pick-up from your hotel.

• Enjoy a full-day private tour in Old Cairo covering its most iconic historical landmarks.

• Start your journey at the Citadel of Saladin and visit the stunning Mosque of Muhammad Ali.

• Continue to Sultan Hassan Mosque and Al-Rifa'i Mosque, both masterpieces of Islamic architecture.

• Proceed to Coptic Cairo, one of the oldest parts of the city.

• Visit the famous Hanging Church and Abu Serga Church.

• Lunch (optional).

• Visit local bazaars and souvenir shops.

• Drop-off at your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Hotel transport (pick-up and drop-off).
• Air-conditioned vehicle with private driver (Toyota HiAce, Hyundai H-1, SUV, or private sedans, arranged according to the number of persons for maximum comfort and convenience).
• Private tour.
• Private licensed Egyptologist guide.
• Parking, gasoline, and toll fees.
• A bottle of mineral water for each person.

What's Not Included

• Entrance fees (tickets) for the visits.
• Lunch and drinks.
• Tipping.

What to bring

• Entrance fees (tickets) are accepted only by credit card.

Know before you go

• Big discounts for big groups.

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.