Day Tour To Islamic And Christian Cairo
Description
Relish a day of historical exploration and cultural enrichment on our day tour to Islamic and Christian Cairo. This mesmerising excursion allows you to observe the beauty of Cairo's Islamic roots as well as its Christian influences. Wander around ancient mosques and charming churches, absorbing the reverence and tranquillity that pervade these spiritual hubs. Our expert Guide on site will take you through a captivating journey, explaining the intriguing history and artistry behind these religious landmarks. This tour goes beyond sightseeing and invites you to truly experience the harmonic blend of Islamic and Christian cultures that define Cairo.
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Itinerary
Cairo day tours to Christian and Islamic Sights starts at 8:00 am Pickup from your hotel in Cairo By Tour guide to Start your full day tour visiting Old Cairo that known as Christian Coptic Cairo which is Among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is most felt still
The Hanging Church, also known as El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, or St Mary, is a remarkable architectural gem nestled on Shar'a Mari Girgis Street in Cairo, Egypt. With its rich history dating back to the 3rd century AD, this iconic church showcases exquisite Coptic Christian craftsmanship and timeless beauty. Embrace the opportunity to marvel at its meticulously carved wooden screens, vibrant frescoes, and stunning icons that narrate tales of faith and devotion. Visiting the Hanging Church allows you to delve into Egypt's religious heritage and explore the sacred ambiance of this hallowed sanctuary.
Also There you will be able to visit and Enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old jewish synagogue – Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Discover the fascinating charms of Abu-Sergah & St. Barbara Old Cairo, an unparalleled destination that beckons travelers to explore the depths of Egypt's past. As one of the oldest churches in the Egyptian capital, Abu-Sergah & St. Barbara Old Cairo encapsulates the mystical allure of Coptic Christianity and the architectural wonders of yesteryears. Walk in the footsteps of ancient pilgrims and marvel at the intricate frescoes, splendid domes, and remarkable relics that adorn this treasured site. The tranquil ambiance and historical significance of Abu-Sergah & St. Barbara Old Cairo make it an enchanting place to connect with the country's cultural heritage and deepen one's understanding of its rich legacy.
Then Followed by another big famous Mosque Which is Al-Rifa’i Mosque The building is located opposite the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan, which dates from around 1361, and was architecturally conceived as a complement to the older structure. This was part of a vast campaign by the 19th century rulers of Egypt to both associate themselves with the perceived glory of earlier periods in Egypt‘s Islamic history and modernize the city. The mosque was constructed next to two large public squares and off of several European style
then Followed by a visit to the Most and Biggest mosques in Cairo which is El Sultan Hassan Mosque that also known as `Madrasa El Sultan Hassan` that was founded by Sultan Hassan in 1356 A.D The Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan is a massive Mamluk era mosque and madrassa located near The Citadel in Cairo. Its construction began 757 AH/1356 CE with work ending three years later “without even a single day of idleness”. At the time of construction the mosque was considered remarkable for its fantastic size and innovative architectural components. Commissioned by a sultan of a short and relatively unimpressive profile, al-Maqrizi noted that within the mosque were several “wonders of construction”. The mosque was, for example, designed to include schools for all four of the Sunni schools of thought: Shafi’i, Maliki, Hanafi and Hanbali.
Then visit The Citadel of Cairo where you can visit the most famous mosque in Cairo which is Mohamed Ali`s mosque that known as the Alabaster Mosque
Then Continue your day tour to Islamic Cairo that was Founded in 641 A.D By the First Muslam leader Amr Ibn Elas Over there in Islamic Cairo you will be able to Visit and Enter the Following Mosques `Masjid` Amr Ibn Elas Mosque that was built in 642 A.D By the Muslim leader Amr Ibn Elas at El FUSTAT area
Then End your day tour with a visit to Khan Khalili Bazaar At the end of the Tour, you will be transferred back to your Hotel
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
As per requested time our tour guide will be waiting at the lobby area and he will be holding a sign showing our company name Emo Tours
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(50)
Menna has been out guide both for the pyramids as well as Christian/Islamic Cairo tours. She was brilliant and made our tour memorable. Her and our driver Mr. Walid were both professionals and highly recommended.
I had a great time on this tour mainly because Essam was a great guide. He always made sure I was okay and was having a good time. Temed (driver) was also great and made me feel safe on the road. Essam was very informative telling me about the history of the mosques and churches. He also gave me little gifts throughout the tour. LUNCH This is a buffet covered by the tour price, but you can pay extra for drinks. Assuming you go to the same restaurant I went to, I highly recommend the green soup (I forgot the name) as that was extremely tasty MARKET The tour ended at Khan el-Khalili where there are some old mosques. Note that you will get a lot of market stall-holders trying to get you in their shop, but it’s typical of a market. I ended up buying perfume oils and Essam helped me negotiate the prices :) If you have time, I do recommend using this opportunity to do your shopping with your tour guide (assuming they don’t mind and are comfortable being your negotiator). I also recommend wearing your sunglasses (even if the sun isn't shining) so you can look at things without the stall-holders noticing. Overall, this is definitely a to-do tour if you enjoy religious history. N.B. expect to take off your shoes every time you enter a mosque and cover your hair and shoulders (if you are a lady). I wore a t-shirt but had my shawl with me that I put on each time.
Magdy is the best tour guy I was so happy with him because he is such a wonderful person and tour guy he knows the history and he explains everything with details and so friendly that he is Like a friend. I will recommend him 100%. And the driver very nice and with a friendly smile all the time. Magdy goes beyond expectations with his job. I had like 6 tour guys in Egypt but he was the best .
It was amazing knowledge for part of Mohamed our guía ,about different cultures and religion also basically religion are based in one God with different names ,amazing constructions
We adore our guide Mima, possessing a lot of knowledge. We were amazed by this tour, learned a little about Islamic culture and were impressed by the religiousness and the size of the mosques. Unforgettable tour.
Tour guide was very accommodating and knowledgeable. Good sense of humor. He took great photos for us
Full credits to Ahmed Hamed and Esam for two days of awesome tours. Did a day trip to Al Alamein and another day at the Citadel, Pyramids, and the Sphinx. Very professional service from the duo, flexible pickup and drop offs, very informative tours, allowance for last minute deviations, and very helpful. The tour of the coptic Centre’s were an eye opener as well as the synagogue but thoroughly enjoyed the citadel. Visited the German, Italian, and Commonwealth memorials as well as the museum, they were very helpful in gaining access to the sites even as they were closed. Highly recommend the pair for anyone in need of a tour of Cairo, it’s major sites as well as Al Alamein.
Dear our valued customer We are pleased you were so happy with your tour experience and thank you for your fabulous compliments for the excellent service you received from our team,y as well as for your recommendation. we look forward to welcoming you back . Gratefully Emo Tours Egypt
Ola our guide is fluent in three languages Arabic , Russian and English . She was very patient from the getgo. We weren’t able to make at our start time due to our kids not waking up in time but she and her driver were very understanding . She is very knowledgeable in Egyptian history. Gave us a very good tour we ended up learning a lot . We felt at ease with her . We did do some side shopping (never pressed to buy anything we didn’t want ) . We wanted some scarfs and she at the end took us there . Our driver Farag was well dressed (suited )and extremely professional. Strongly recommend Ola and Farag. The van was spacious and comfortable .
Dear customer thank you for your review. we really pleased you had a lovely holiday and enjoyed your stay with us! customer feedback is always greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Emo Tours Egypt
To start, they arrived late. I got a message at start time they would be 20 minutes late due to traffic. Traffic is a very accepted issue in Cairo, how did they not plan for this? The tour guide, Sayed, also continuously complained about the heat all day long. It was extremely annoying. If he wasn’t prepared for 90 degrees, he should not be an Egypt tour guide in the summer. It was hot, but I was completely fine. The Islamic Cairo portion of the tour was fine. He gave me base level information, not a ton of details, and was fixated with telling me “there are a lot of details in the architecture). I didn’t learn much but felt we covered it well. I was frustrated when he saw his buddy at the second stop and wanted me to stop and listen to a Quran reading (clearly for a tip for the guy), which I refused. Probably the worst tour I’ve ever had for Khan El-khalili and Coptic Cairo. For Coptic cairo, he gave me ZERO information. To say he wasn’t knowledgeable might be a compliment. He pointed out none of the very important fixtures or the sites including the viewing area of the hanging church, the Virgin Mary painting, the dark pillar, etc…luckily I had read about them in advance. Quite frankly; this was a bad tour. It got worse with Khan El Khalili. Our first stop was before Coptic Cairo, he walked me down one, wide street, with very few shops, telling me it’s better to see this part and not be busy. I told him that was absolutely not the experience I wanted at a busy bazaar and the point was to see the hustle and bustle there. He said we could come back later. We did, I almost wish we didn’t. I followed him around, through 3 dead ends, once he circled the same block twice, it was as if he had never been there before. I asked about the spices, he couldn’t explain them to me. Honestly, this tour was awful and Sayed was one of the worst tour guides I have ever had.
Authentic and knowledgeable tour of Orthodox Christian churches, Jewish synagogues and Muslim mosques. Tour was made extra special by surprise treats along the way and pit stops at Egyptian souvenir shops.
Dear our valued customer Thank you so much for your kind words, We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us .We count ourselves lucky for customers like you. We look forward to seeing you again in the future! Best regards, Emo Tours Egypt
