Tours/Cairo/Coptic Old Churches and Islamic Old Mosque Private Guided Tour
Coptic Old Churches and Islamic Old Mosque Private Guided Tour
4.9(17)Cairo4 hours
VIATOR5.0(2)TRIPADVISOR4.9(15)
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At a glance
Duration
4 hours
Price from
$12 / person
Location
Cairo, Egypt
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 17 reviews
Languages
AR, EN, ES
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Excursion Giza Day Tour
Description
Visit Cairo’s religious landmarks on a private tour of the city’s most important Coptic, Islamic, and Jewish places. Learn how the Christian Holy Family took shelter at the site of Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, explore the Church of Saint Barbara, and see the gilded icons that adorn the Hanging Church. Enter a synagogue built where baby Moses was found and optionally eat lunch at a local restaurant. See Cairo’s most important mosques, then take in sweeping views of the city from Saladin’s 15th-century Citadel.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
8 times a day, 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
Next available
Tue, Oct 13
Adult (ages 9–90)
$12
Child (ages 0–8)
$10
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $30.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
best seller all inlclude 1
car+driver+guide+ticket
Pickup included
best seller all inlclude 2
best seller all inlclude : car+driver+guide+ main entry fees+( Felucca nile boat 30 min OR lunch Koshry or Mix grill )
Pickup included
car+driveR+guide
car+driveR+guide
Pickup included
car+driver only
car+driver only
Pickup included
Itinerary
Coptic Cairo
Admission included60 min
Private day tour with hotel pick-up in Cairo or Giza to enjoy your half-day tour to visit the old part of Cairo.
First of all, visit Coptic Cairo, the Hanging Church, 3rd century, Holy Crypt Church, where the Holy Family had hidden there, and synagogue temple for Jewish.
Islamic Cairo
Admission not included60 min
Then visit the Islamic part of Cairo to visit the Castle of Saladin and Mohamed Ali Mosque, ending with some local bazaars for shopping, optional stop for lunch.
Then transfer back to your hotel.
What's included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Lunch or boat (based on the tour options you’ve booked)
Qualified Egyptologist tour guide (based on the tour options you’ve booked)
Entrance fee(based on the tour options you’ve booked)
Transport by private vehicle
Not included
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
cairo down town and giza hotels ONLY
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
17 reviews
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How it compares in Cairo
Starting price $12 is 76% below the typical $50 for tours of similar length in Cairo
Excurgo comparison of 9,644 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Coptic Old Churches and Islamic Old Mosque Private Guided Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $12 per person for this Cairo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $30. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 8 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 0–8 pay from $10, adults from $12.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. cairo down town and giza hotels ONLY Pickup points include Giza Pyramids Inn, Kempinski Nile Hotel Cairo.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in AR, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 17 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Excursion Giza Day Tour.
Reviews(17)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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John_S
July 13, 2024 · via Viator
Great tour!
We did this tour on the last day of our stay in Cairo and so glad we did. Our guide Marsil took us to some fantastic old churches, mosques, and castles. It was amazing history and architecture. We loved it. Marsil and our driver Mostafa were very flexible with us and went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying the experience. This tour changed the way we saw Cairo, it gave it much more depth and relevance than the tours or more ancient history in Giza.
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review we already mention all tour with option with ticet or without and you choose ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Cairo Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always , Excursion Giza day tour +201010479130
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T203PSlauries
August 14, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Religious and Shopping tour
Marsil was great! She was very knowledgeable and informative, without being overwhelming. I would definitely recommend her!
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review we already mention all tour with option with ticet or without and you choose ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Cairo Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always , Excursion Giza day tour +201010479130
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Sheri K
August 14, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Coptic Cairo and more!
Marsil was so knowledgeable and helpful. She looked out for our every need! She really gave us a very authentic Egyptian experience. We would highly recommend her😍.
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review we already mention all tour with option with ticet or without and you choose ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Cairo Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always , Excursion Giza day tour +201010479130
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mumunk2022
April 30, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Thanks
It was very special tour
We took very nice pictures.
And the visit to the museum was very interesting.
I want to thank to our guide Bisho😊
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review we already mention all tour with option with ticet or without and you choose ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Cairo Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always , Excursion Giza day tour +201010479130
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M_and_D_Herndon
December 3, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
4 thumbs up
Ahmed Khamis was our guide and he was great! He’s very knowledgeable about the churches and mosques, as well as the city in general. He pointed out lots of sites along the drive and talked extensively about them. The driver was friendly too. They were punctual and friendly. Ahmed took many great photos of us on the tour which was a nice added touch. We had a great time and felt safe in their care.
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review we already mention all tour with option with ticet or without and you choose ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Cairo Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always , Excursion Giza day tour +201010479130
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toritraveller
September 21, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Religious Tour
Ehab was so knowledgeable, respectful, and kind. Ver communicative as well. Would definitely recommend!!
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review we already mention all tour with option with ticet or without and you choose ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Cairo Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always , Excursion Giza day tour
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jasonk485
August 28, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Great guide - we would give her six stars if we could.
Doaa was a wonderful, knowledgeable, warm and personable guide. She was open minded and informative. We greatly enjoyed our time with her, and we learned a lot.
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review we already mention all tour with option with ticet or without and you choose ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Cairo Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always , Excursion Giza day tour
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Ellie_D
June 27, 2022 · via Viator
A great tour!
Ehab (our guide) and Assem (driver) were both very lovely and welcoming to my husband and I. Ehab was very informative and knowledgeable about the citadel and Coptic Cairo, and we learned much more than if we went alone. Ehab was really attentive to us and made sure we had plenty of water along the way, and checked if we needed anything regularly. He was very well liked by the community which was lovely to see. There was a small issue with our lunch but that was rectified immediately. Would definitely recommend doing this tour to learn about the important history of Cairo!
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you
Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation
Cairo Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always , Excursion GIZA DAY TOUR +201010479130
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733sunshinee
May 24, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Great tour of religious sights
Our guide, Hamdy was so knowledgeable about all the sites we saw. It was fascinating to hear the history on the various religions and the changes power over time.
Hamdy gave us plenty of time at each one and was happy to answer any questions we had.
Great trip
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you
Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation
Cairo Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always , Excursion GIZA DAY TOUR +201010479130
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MindOfMontero
May 23, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Quick, Enjoyable Tour in Cairo
This tour was a very quick, easy way to see some incredible beautiful, historical places in Cairo. Both the Churches and Mosques were amazing to see, and our guide Ahmed Elsherif was very kind and informative throughout, and our driver Mahmoud was great as well. Everything was on-time, smoothly operated, and made for a pleasant way to spend a few hours of the the early morning. Would recommend if you’re spending a few days time in Cairo!
Operator response
Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review ...we are happy to show you
Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation
Cairo Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always , Excursion GIZA DAY TOUR +201010479130
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