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

4 h
Private
With guide
Instant confirmation
About this activity
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.
Included
  • WiFi in your van
  • Local taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Entry/Admission - Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
  • Entry/Admission - Mosque of Ibn Tulun
  • Entry/Admission - Al Rifai Mosque
Not included
  • Gratuities
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • 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
Features
Tourism
95% Cultural
70%
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