Private Guided Tour to the Mosques of Sultan Hassan, Al-Rifa'i, and Ibn Tulun in Cairo

4.9
(7 reviews)
Giza, Egypt

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 3 more

This private guided tour is perfect to visit three different styles of mosques; Ibn Tulun, Sultan Hassan and Rifa'i. the three mosques represent exquisite examples of Early, Mamluk and Ottoman styles of Islamic architecture respectively.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Bottled water
WiFi in your van
Local taxes
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Qualified Egyptologist guide
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

What to expect

Start your private tour at 9am from your hotel with your private, qualified Egyptologist tour guide and get on your private, modern a/c van (WiFi on board) to head for the oldest mosque still intact in Egypt, the mosque of Ahmed Ibn Tulun (Ibn Tulun) (completed in 879) with its unique minaret that has external staircase and its beautiful decorations.

Then you will move to the mosque of Sultan Hassan (1360) that represents the Mamluk style of architecture with its mausoleum and madrassas (religious schools).

Then you will visit Rifa'i mosque (Royal mosque) (built between 1869 and 1912), it represents the Ottoman style of architecture. This mosque is the resting place for many members of the Egyptian Royal Family. It also has the beautiful mausoleum of the last Shah of Iran.

At the end of the tour you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Supplied by Pyramids Land Private Tours

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Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology 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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