Old Cairo Islamic and Coptic Sites with Saladin Citadel w. Lunch

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5 to 6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 1 more

We start our visit at the Citadel of Salah al-Din in Islamic Cairo. Perched atop a hill, this majestic building provides sweeping views of Cairo. . Next to the Mohamed Ali Mosque, commonly referred to as the Alabaster Mosque. This building is a masterpiece of Ottoman design.
Next, take a 30-minute break for lunch at a local restaurant. Then direct to Coptic Cairo. The Hanging Church, also called Saint Virgin Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church, you will be in amazement at this old church’s distinctive architectural design, which is suspended above the earth. Enter to find exquisite woodwork and exquisitely kept icons
Then visit the Jewish Synagogue in Coptic Cairo to wrap out our tour.
Move to Khan el Khalili, the oldest and most prestigious market in Cairo. Built over the tombs of the Fatimid caliphs

What's Included

Transfers by air-conditioned van
Small group
Round-trip transfers to and from your hotel or accomadition
Optional private guide for (Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish) for $20 per group cash on the spot.
Egyptian BBQ lunch
Egyptologist guide
Entrance fees Cairo Citadel
Drinks at Restaurant

Meeting and pickup

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

Pickup can be from hotels reception or any address at google maps

Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cairo Citadel

    Perched atop a hill, this majestic building provides sweeping views of Cairo

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Mosque of Muhammad Ali

    have the opportunity to see Al Gawhara Palace and Muhammad Ali Mosque, commonly referred to as the Alabaster Mosque. This building is a masterpiece of Ottoman design.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Cairo

    Savor a lunch of Egyptian barbecue.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    The Hanging Church

    Also called al-Muʿallaqa Church ,You will be in amazement at this old church’s distinctive architectural design, which is suspended above the earth. Enter to find exquisite woodwork, exquisitely kept icons

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Then visit The Church of Abu Serga is built upon an ancient Roman fort in Old Cairo. The history of the church is still being debated. Some scholars believe that it dates to the late fourth to early fifth centuries AD, while others believe that it should approximately be dated to 17th century AD.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Later direct to Ben Ezra Synagogue Located deep in the winding alleys of Coptic Cairo, Ben Ezra Synagogue is the oldest Jewish temple in Cairo, dating from the 9th century AD. Like almost all of Egypt’s synagogues,

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Bazar Khan El-Khalili

    Khan el-Khalili is a famous bazaar and souq in the historic center of Cairo, Egypt. Established as a center of trade in the Mamluk era and named for one of its several historic caravanserais, the bazaar district has since become one of Cairo's main attractions for tourists and Egyptians alike.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for travelers with wheelchair mobility
Supplied by Egyptra Travel Services

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