Egypt · Heritage Walks

5-Hour Cairo Heritage Walk with Al Moez Street and Al Azhar Park

5 Hours Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the historic Barqouq mosque and school in Nahshin
  • 02 Immerse yourself in the vibrant Sourojia leather market on Souq Al-Salah Street
  • 03 Admire the stunning Islamic architecture along Al Moez Street
  • 04 Enjoy panoramic views over Cairo from Al Azhar Park

Embark on a 5-hour journey through Cairo's history and culture. Explore ancient streets, visit mosques and markets, and admire stunning Islamic architecture along Al Moez Street. Conclude your experience with panoramic views from Al Azhar Park in the heart of historic Old Cairo.

End your day trip with a visit to Al Azhar Park, located in the heart of historic Old Cairo, and enjoy a panoramic view of Cairo from its high ground.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Cairo
Languages Arabic, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Historic Al Moez Street and Al Azhar Park

The tour starts on one of the oldest streets in Egypt, located at Bab Al-Fotouh and Bab Al-Nasr. It then moves toward the northern side of the city, along the Yellow Road, the oldest Islamic quarter of Cairo, where you will visit the Barqouq mosque and school in Nahshin.

You will also be able to visit a 350-year-old house. We will take you on a walk in Al Darb Al Ahmar; this Red Dar area is home to many professions and handicrafts. Facing Bab Zuwaila and going north on Souq Al-Salah Street, you will come across the Sadlikers Market, known as the Sourojia market, which produces all kinds of leather.

From here, you will continue to Al Moez Street, the most beautiful Islamic street in Cairo. End your day trip with a visit to Al Azhar Park, located in the heart of historic Old Cairo, and enjoy a panoramic view of Cairo from its high ground.

The tour ends with arrival at the hotel around 16:00.

Note: Lunch is included in a local restaurant between visits.

Al Moez Street, Bab Zuweila, Al Azhar Park

Where this trip takes you

Al Moez Street, Bab Zuweila, Al Azhar Park

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
1 city · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Snacks (bottle of water, can of Pepsi, chips, and cake)
  • Private tour

What's Not Included

  • Entry fees
  • Lunch
  • Tipping
  • Any optional tours

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cairo, Egypt
End of the journey

Your 5 hours finish where they began.

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