Highlights of Islamic Cairo Sightseeing Private Trip

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6 to 8 hours (approximately)
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Look beyond the pyramids and pharaohs, and discover the Citadel of Salah el Din, Sultan Hassan and Khan el-Khalili Bazaars. This private tour will give you ...

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Qualified Egyptologist guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Mosque of Muhammad Ali

    This private tour will give you a deeper insight into the rich Islamic history of Egypt. The Alabaster Mosque at the Citadel of Salah el-Din sits atop of limestone hill overlooking Cairo and is the most important mosque in the city. Still used as a place of worship today by the Muslims of Cairo, the architectural masterpiece opens its doors to visitors of all faiths. The lower part of the Mosque is clad inside and out with Alabaster, while the top part is constructed from the limestone cladding removed from the Pyramids of Giza. Inside the mosque, your guide will introduce you to the basic beliefs of Islam, including a translation of the most common prayers

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan

    Continue to the Mosque and Madrassa (school) of Sultan Hassan. Built between 1356 and 1363, and is believed to be one of the finest examples of Mamluk architecture in Cairo. The mosque is also considered one of the largest, not only in Cairo but in the whole of Egypt, measuring some 492 feet (150 meters) long and 118 feet (36 meters) high. The highest minaret is 223 feet (68 meters) tall. This is a private tour allowing you to determine the amount of time you like to spend at each site during the tour.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Khan Al-Khalili

    End up the tour with the visit to Khan el Khalili bazaar, Your qualified tour guide will give you an introduction to the famous markets which claim to have inspired Christopher Columbus to discover the USA. Enjoy free time to stroll through the maze of streets and try your luck bargaining with the shop owners for a souvenir of your trip to Egypt.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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