Day Trip to Islamic Cairo
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Day Trip to Islamic Cairo
Included/Excluded
- The Service of pick up from your hotel and return.
- Egyptologist tour guide during the tours.
- A deluxe private air-conditioned vehicle throughout your trip.
- Admission fees to all the sights listed in the itinerary.
- Lunch meal.
- Bottled water on the vehicle.
- All charges and taxes.
- Tipping.
- Any Optional Tours.
Tour Plan
Hotel Pickup
- You will be picked up from your hotel in Cairo in a private air-conditioned vehicle and accompanied by a professional tour guide for a full-day exploration of Islamic Cairo’s most famous landmarks.
Cairo Citadel
- Begin your tour at the historic Citadel of Salah El-Din, one of the most important medieval military fortresses in Egypt.
- Built in the 12th century to protect Cairo and Al Fustat from Crusader attacks, the citadel later became the seat of government during the Ayyubid, Mamluk, and Ottoman eras.
- Enjoy panoramic views over Cairo from this strategic hilltop location.
Mosque of Muhammad Ali
- Visit the magnificent Mosque of Mohamed Ali, also known as the Alabaster Mosque.
- Constructed between 1830 and 1848 by Mohamed Ali Pasha, the mosque features Ottoman-inspired architecture modeled after the Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul.
- Admire its elegant domes, towering minarets, and stunning interior decoration.
Lunch Break
- Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before continuing the tour.
Sultan Hassan Mosque
- Explore the remarkable Sultan Hassan Madrassa and Mosque, considered one of the masterpieces of early Mamluk architecture.
- Built between 1356 and 1363 AD, the complex is famous for its massive stone construction, grand scale, and impressive architectural details.
Al-Rifa'i Mosque
- Continue to Al Rifa’i Mosque, an outstanding Islamic monument known for its royal significance.
- Construction began in 1869 under Khoshiar Hanim, mother of Khedive Ismail, and was completed in 1911.
- The mosque serves as the royal burial site for members of Mohamed Ali’s family.
Mosque of Ibn Tulun
- Discover the Mosque of Ibn Tulun, the oldest and one of the largest mosques in Cairo.
- Built between 876 and 879 AD by Ahmed Ibn Tulun, the mosque reflects classic Abbasid architectural design.
- Walk through its spacious courtyard and admire the beautifully decorated arches and historic atmosphere.
Al-Muizz Street
- Stroll along the famous Al Muizz Street, one of the oldest and most historically rich streets in Cairo.
- Dating back to the Fatimid era in the 10th century, the street is lined with stunning Islamic monuments, traditional houses, and cultural treasures.
Khan el-Khalili
- End the tour at the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar, Cairo’s most famous traditional market.
- Established during the Mamluk period in the 14th century, the bazaar is filled with shops, cafés, restaurants, and local handicrafts.
- You may also visit the legendary El Fishawy Café, one of the oldest cafés in Cairo.
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