Islamic Cairo History Tour

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2 to 5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Travel back in time and dive through the wonders of the Islamic Art architecture and History of Cairo via a memorable visit to the Museum of Islamic Art in Cairo and Emam al-Hussein mosque-square. Followed by a lively cherish-able walk through the famous Khan El-Khalili bazaar.

What's Included

Local guide
Bottled water
Hotel pick-up and/or drop-off (upon request)
Qualified Egyptologist guide
Drinks
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your hotel

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Museum of Islamic Arts

    Meet your guide at your hotel's lobby, and continue to an all-star list of Cairo’s remarkable historic landmarks. Step into the Museum of Islamic Art, and learn about the evolution of Islamic art through history.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Khan Al-Khalili

    Enter the old city through the Khan El-Khalili buzzing bazaar. Explore the distinctive Egyptian handcrafts and see how the artisans work by hand to do jewelry from Gold and Silver in a local factory. Continue through Cairo’s bazaar, handcraft artisanal areas around the market and see in the environs of the bazaar some great big and famous specialized souqs such as the old spice market and big textile market...etc

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    learn the remarkable history of the ancient monuments that you will see into the market such as Emam Al-Hussain mosque (the Grandson of prophet Muhammad PBUH). At the end of the tour we will take back to your hotel or we can drop you off wherever you choose in Cairo.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Tent Market

    Pass by the famous old covered tent makers' market and enjoy watching and taking nice photos of the artisans while working by hand and doing the patchwork in cushion covers, bedspreads, pillow cases, wall hangings (aplique), and making tents.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Abdeen Palace Museum

    Formerly serving as a royal palace until the end of the monarchy in 1952, this history museum features a large collection of weapons and medals including knives, guns, cannons and an exhibit of medals.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Cairo Trips

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Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
DSA non-compliant
Zombie
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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