Medieval Cairo Old City Islamic Heritage Tour

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

Explore the heritage of Medieval Cairo on this full-day guided tour to the city’s most iconic Islamic landmarks. Begin at the impressive Mosque of Ibn Tulun, one of Egypt’s oldest mosques, where you’ll admire its vast courtyard and unique spiral minaret. Visit the Gayer-Anderson Museum next door, a beautifully preserved 17th-century home filled with antiques, art, and traditional architecture. Continue to Al-Moez Street, a vibrant historic avenue lined with mosques, palaces, and architectural masterpieces from the Fatimid, Mamluk, and Ottoman eras. Enjoy time to browse local bazaars, take photos, and learn fascinating stories about Cairo’s rich past from your expert guide. This immersive cultural experience offers the perfect way to discover the beauty and history of Islamic Cairo beyond the pyramids, complete with comfortable round-trip transportation from your hotel.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Admission fee
Professional guide
Bottled water
Lunch
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

You will find your guide at the pick up place holding a sign with your name on it

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Wekalet El Ghouri Arts Center

    Cross Al Azhar Street to visit the caravansary-like Wekalet el Ghoury, and the Mamluke Style house of Zeinab Khatoun.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Mosque of Ibn Tulun

    After lunch visit Ibn Tulun mosque being the oldest intact mosque standing in Egypt dating back to the ninth century and characterized by its unique spiral minaret copied from the mosque of Samaraa. Add to your knowledge of Cairo’s old houses by a visit to the next door

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Gayer-Anderson Museum (Bayt al-Kiritliya)

    Gayer Anderson Museum one of the famous locations where the James Bond film “The Spy who Loved Me” was shot.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    El-moez Street

    Al-Moez Street is one of Cairo’s oldest and most beautiful historic streets, located in the heart of Islamic Cairo. Lined with stunning mosques, madrasas, palaces, and traditional markets, it feels like an open-air museum. A walk here takes you through centuries of Egyptian history, vibrant local culture, and lively bazaars—perfect for photos and authentic souvenirs.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Emeco Travel group

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Culture
Limousine Tours
Luxury Car Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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