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Discover Islamic Cairo on a tailored photography tour designed for your interests. Capture hundreds of stunning images of historic mosques, intricate minarets, and the formidable Fatimid-era city walls. immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of the Khan al Khalili souk, your lens will find endless subjects at the monumental gates of Bab Al-Nasr and Bab Al-Futuh, and along Al Moez Street, an open-air Islamic museum. Admire and photograph the beautiful wooden lattice windows (mashrabiya) of old mansions and explore Cairo's only remaining medieval covered market. and conclude your enriching walking tour at the legendary El Fishawy café. Sip a traditional drink, soak in the atmosphere, and capture your final, memorable shots of this captivating journey through the cradle of civilization. This experience promises a deep dive into Cairo's real day life, focusing on hidden gems and architectural wonders not frequently visited by the typical tourist trail.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
8:00 am (Earlier or later departures are available from centrally located Cairo or Giza hotels)
Itinerary
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1Sharia Al Mu'izz Li-Din Allah
Discover the ancient winding city streets of Cairo, Egypt, the cradle of civilization. Visit the historic Fatimid walls of the old city as well as mosques, which are not frequently visited. A memorable visit will be walking through the famous Souk of Khan al Khalili where vendors sell all kinds of wares for your perusal. You will visit Cairo’s two enduring ramparts: Bab Al-Nasr (Gate of Victory), Bab Al-Futuh (Gate of Conquests) as well as Al Moez Street which is regarded as an open-air Islamic museum. On top of the mosques, you will find many towers with different styles and heights. The wooden lattice windows (arabesque) of the traditional mansions are worth lots of photos. Then, go through Cairo’s only remaining medieval covered market. See the Mosque of Al-Hakim, on a fascinating walking tour through Islamic Cairo, your walking tour ends at the famous coffee shop in Cairo called El Fishawy where you can have a local drink and take more photos.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Mosque of Ibn Tulun
Visit the mosque of Ibn Tulun which is one of the oldest and best-preserved mosques in Egypt. it has a unique spiral tower which has equal to the city of Samara in Iraq. In the end, you will be taken back to the hotel.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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