Private Full Day Coptic and Islamic Cairo Tour

1 day
Private
Full Day
About this activity
Meet & Assist at your hotel in Cairo, drive to visit

the Coptic quarter including

Hanging Church of the Virgin Mary & visit to the most old churches &

Ben Ezra Synagogue. Continue to visit

Ibn Tuloun Mosque which was completed in 879 AD on Mount Yashkur in a settlement named al-Qata'i by the founder of Egypt's Tulounid Dynasty at the period (868-905 AD). The mosque that he had built over a period of three years of mudbrick became the focal point of the Tulunid capital that lasted only 26 years. It was the third congregational mosque to be built in what is now greater Cairo, and at approximately 26,318 square meters in size.

Next, continue to Al-Hussein area to visit

Al-Azhar Mosque which is located in the center of an area teaming with the most beautiful Islamic monuments from the 10th century, Al-Azhar mosque established in 972 (361 H) in a porticoed style shortly after the founding of Cairo itself. It was originally designed by the Fatimid general Jawhar El-Sequili (Gawhara Qunqubay, Gawhar al-Sakkaly) and built on the orders of Caliph Muezz Li-Din Allah.

In this area you have the opportunity to go shopping in the

Khan El-Khalili Bazaar which is nearby, then finish off with transfer back to your hotel.
Included
  • All taxes,
  • Lunch.
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
  • Any extras , Food and drinks
  • Tips for driver and guide.
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Your booking is confirmed automatically, if booked 3 days or more prior to the tour. Otherwise the confirmation will be on request, subject to availability.
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • 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.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
100% Cultural
80%
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