Highlights

  • • Visit Saladin Citadel and Muhammad Ali Mosque
  • • Shop at Khan El-Khalili Market Continue to Old Cairo
  • • Visit Coptic Cairo; one of the oldest churches in Egypt - the Hanging Church

Tour Details

Our tour guide will pick you up and take you to Cairo in a private vehicle with air conditioning for a tour of the Islamic and Coptic landmarks in the Old City of Cairo.
 
During the entire day trip, a tour guide will join you as you explore the citadel of Salah al-Din. You'll have the opportunity to appreciate the Muhammad Ali Mosque and Al Gawhara Palace which were constructed by Mohammed Ali Pasha in 1814. Additionally, make a stop at El Muizz Street to witness the most exceptional displays of Islamic architectural design.
 
Next, proceed towards Coptic Cairo and explore the Hanging Church, which is commonly referred to as al-Muʿallaqa Church in Arabic. Following that, take a tour of the Church of Sergios and Bakchus, where the Holy Family resided, and pay a visit to the Ben Ezra Synagogue.
 
You have the freedom to take a break and have lunch at any point during the tour. Afterwards, you will be transported back to your hotel.

What's included

  • Private hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Soft drinks and a bottle of mineral water during the journey
  • All Service Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • English or German speaking guide
  • Entry prices for tickets

What's excluded

  • Personal items
  • All Extras; which are not mentioned
  • Tipping in restaurants

Know before you go

  • Small group: Limited from 8 to 15 participants
  • Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply.
  • Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
  • Mobile ticketing Use your phone or print your voucher
  • What to bring: Passport or ID card | Comfortable shoes | Sunglasses | Cash
  • Important information: Please provide your hotel room number as this is required by the Egyptian government regarding the COVID-19 protocol
  • Pickup: Pickup is available from hotels in Hurghada; Sahl Hasheesh; and Makadi. Pickup and drop-off from hotels in Al Ahyaa; el Gouna; Soma Bay; and Safaga is available for an additional fee.
  • Pickup time: between 4:15 AM and 5:00 AM
  • Pickup included: Please contact the local partner to arrange pickup after 4 PM on the day prior to the activity.
  • Flight Information: If the flight back is at 8:00 PM; your guide will transfer you directly to the airport. If the flight is at 10:00 PM
  • the guide can take you or local shops and cafes or you can choose to wait at the airport.

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Customer Reviews 3 Reviews
  • Marlies Raphael

    Our guide, was amazing! He conveyed Christian, Muslim, Egyptian history, culture, geography, climate perspectives clearly and respectfully. He also knew all the best places for photos and how to capture the most interesting photos.

  • Selina Kreutz

    It was an excellent tour. I can only recommend it. I learned a lot and it was impressive. The guid was excellent. She was really nice, friendly and knowledgeable. Best tour we had in Cairo.

  • Frank Salziger

    Brilliant coverage.. Our tour guide and the driver were excellent.. Our guide was a genuine guy and wasn't the one bothered with unnecessary small talk.