Egypt · City Tours

8-Hour Old Cairo Tour with Khan el-Khalili and Citadel

8 Hours Round trip from Cairo Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Immerse yourself in Egyptian history at Old Cairo's major sights
02 Visit the Cairo Citadel on the Moqattam Hills for grand views over the city
03 See the beautiful alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali
04 Discover Old Cairo landmarks such as the Hanging Church and the Ben Ezra Synagogue
05 Wander the alleys of the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar and try your bargaining skills

Embark on an enlightening 8-hour orientation tour of Cairo, exploring the prominent landmarks of Old Cairo and the vibrant atmosphere of the historic Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Visit the Cairo Citadel on the Moqattam Hills, admire the beautiful alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and discover Old Cairo's notable sights, including the Hanging Church and the Ben Ezra Synagogue. Then wander the maze-like alleys of Khan el-Khalili, an ancient market dating back to the 14th century, and try your bargaining skills in one of the oldest bazaars in the Middle East.

Then wander the maze-like alleys of Khan el-Khalili, an ancient market dating back to the 14th century, and try your bargaining skills in one of the oldest bazaars in the Middle East.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Cairo

Languages Arabic, English, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Old Cairo Landmarks and Khan el-Khalili Bazaar

Enjoy a fantastic orientation tour of Cairo on an 8-hour excursion that takes in the significant monuments of Old Cairo.
Visit the Cairo Citadel on the Moqattam Hills for grand views over the city.
See the beautiful alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali, built for Muhammad Ali Pasha between 1830 and 1848.
Discover the sights of Old Cairo, such as the Hanging Church and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Wander the alleys of the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar and try out your bargaining skills at one of the oldest bazaars in the Middle East.