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Private Islamic and Christian Cairo Day Tour

4.9(8)Cairo1 hour
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR4.9(7)

Description

Embark on a private journey through the diverse religious heritage of Cairo. Explore the historic landmarks that shape Islamic and Christian Cairo, from iconic mosques to ancient churches. Immerse yourself in the spiritual significance of sites like the Citadel of Saladin and the Hanging Church. This personalized tour offers a unique insight into the religious tapestry of Cairo, showcasing its rich history and cultural diversity.

Tour Options

Car with Driver + audio Guide
  • Only Private Car With Driver: Only Private Car With Driver
Private Car + Guide + Entry fees + Lunch On The Nile
  • Private Car + Guide + Entry fees + Lunch On The Nile
Private Car + Guide + Entry fees + Lunch At Local Restaurant
  • Private Car + Guide + Entry fees + Lunch At Local Restaurant
Private Car + Tour Guide
  • Private Car + Tour Guide
Private Car + Tour Guide + Entry Fees
  • Private Car + Tour Guide + Entry Fees

Itinerary

Admission not included60 min

Cairo's day tours to Christian and Islamic Sights starts at 8:00 am Pickup from your hotel in Cairo By 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,

Admission not included30 min

The Hanging Church is named for its location above a gatehouse of Babylon Fortress, the Roman fortress in Coptic Cairo (Old Cairo); its nave is suspended over a passage. The church is approached by twenty-nine steps; early travelers to Cairo dubbed it "the Staircase Church".

Admission not included30 min

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.

Admission not included30 min

Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church (Coptic: ϯⲉⲕⲕⲗⲏⲥⲓⲁ ⲛ̀ⲧⲉ ⲛⲓ⳥ ⲥⲉⲣⲅⲓⲟⲥ ⲛⲉⲙ ⲃⲁⲭⲟⲥ ϧⲉⲛ ⲡⲓⲥⲡⲉⲗⲉⲱⲛ, The Church of Martyrs Sergius and Bacchus in The Cave) (Arabic: كنيسة القديسين سرجيوس و باخوس (أبو سرجة)), also known as Abu Serga, in Coptic Cairo is one of the oldest Coptic Christian churches in Egypt, dating back to the 4th century.

Admission not included30 min

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.

Admission not included30 min

hen 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.

Admission not included30 min

then visit hat 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

Admission not included60 min

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

Admission not included60 min

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

Hotel pickup and drop-off
All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Lunch at local restaurants(Local Egyptian Food) ( If Option Selected )
guide on site ( If Option Selected )
Entry Fees ( If Option Selected )
Bottle of water

What's included

Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Lunch at local restaurants(Local Egyptian Food) ( If Option Selected )
guide on site ( If Option Selected )
Entry Fees ( If Option Selected )
Bottle of water
Not included
Tipping
Personal Items

Traveller Ratings

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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
  • Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen

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