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Excellent Tour!
Excellent tour! Our guide Sayed Mahmoud and driver Ali were great! Sayed guided us through the Egyptian Museum and then we explored Islamic and Coptic Cairo. He was very informative and explained all of the important items.
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Private Tour to Islamic Cairo & Saladin Citadel
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $40 / person
- Location
- Cairo, Egypt
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 33 reviews
- Languages
- HI, DE, PS, PT
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Emo Tours Egypt
Description
Uncover the Wonders in the Day Trip to Islamic Cairo - Wonder, awe and tranquility await you in our day trip to Islamic Cairo. Traverse the city in the safety and comfort of our private A/C latest model vehicle. Gain valuable insights into Islamic history with a professional Guide on site accompanying you to significant sites. Entry fees are included, freeing you from any hassle of waiting in line for tickets. We value your needs, providing bottled water to keep you refreshed. Our private tour ensures a personalized experience, and the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off simply amplifies the ease of this exquisite tour.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 24
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $40
- Child (ages 6–11)
- $20
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $50.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 23.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Citadel of Saladin
The Citadel of Cairo or Citadel of Saladin is a medieval Islamic-era fortification in Cairo, Egypt, built by Salah ad-Din and further developed by subsequent Egyptian rulers. It was the seat of government in Egypt and the residence of its rulers for nearly 700 years from the 13th to the 19th centuries
Mosque of Muhammad Ali
The Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha or Alabaster Mosque (Arabic: مسجد محمد علي; Turkish: Mehmet Ali Paşa Camii) is a mosque situated in the Citadel of Cairo in Egypt and was commissioned by Muhammad Ali Pasha between 1830 and 1848
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
The Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan is a monumental mosque and madrasa located in the historic district of Cairo, Egypt. It was built between 1356 and 1363 during the Bahri Mamluk period, commissioned by Sultan an-Nasir Hasan
Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As
The Mosque of Amr ibn al-As, or Taj al-Jawame', or Masjid Ahl ar-Rayah, or Jame’ al-Ateeq, was originally built in 641–642 AD, as the center of the newly founded capital of Egypt, Fustat. The original structure was the first mosque ever built in Egypt and the whole of Africa
Al Rifai Mosque
Al-Rifa'i Mosque is located in Midan al-Qal'a, adjacent to the Cairo Citadel. Now, it is also the royal mausoleum of Muhammad Ali's family. 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
What's included
Included
Guide on site
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Lunch at local restaurants(Local Egyptian Food) (if option selected)
Entry Fees
Bottle of water
Not included
Tipping
Personal Items
Pickup Locations & Times
You will find our tour guide/representative in the Lobby area holding a sign that shows our Company name
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
33 reviews
How it compares in Cairo
- Starting price $40 is 20% below the typical $50 for tours of similar length in Cairo
Excurgo comparison of 9,646 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
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 Private Tour to Islamic Cairo & Saladin Citadel take?
Private Tour to Islamic Cairo & Saladin Citadel lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Private Tour to Islamic Cairo & Saladin Citadel cost?
Prices start at $40 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 $50. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Tour to Islamic Cairo & Saladin Citadel run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
How much does Private Tour to Islamic Cairo & Saladin Citadel cost for children?
Children aged 6–11 pay from $20, adults from $40. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Private Tour to Islamic Cairo & Saladin Citadel 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. You will find our tour guide/representative in the Lobby area holding a sign that shows our Company name Pickup points include Pyramids Island, Richard Pyramids Inn Hotel.
What languages is Private Tour to Islamic Cairo & Saladin Citadel offered in?
The experience is available in HI, DE, PS, PT, FIL, HR, HU, HAK, UK, UR, ML, MR, MS, EL, EN, EN, IT, MY, ES, ES, AR, AR, VI, JA, FA, RO, NL, NO, HSN, RU, FI, CMN, YUE, JV, BN, FR, ZH-TW, WUU, SK, SR, SV, KO, KU, TA, MNP, GU, CS, TE, PA, TH, ZH-CN, PL, HE, DA, TR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 30 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Tour to Islamic Cairo & Saladin Citadel worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 33 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Emo Tours Egypt.
Reviews(33)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Amazing tour of Mosques
The guide was very friendly and knowledgeable and took his time to explain about the history and culture. The driver was good and on time.
Operator response
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
L
the best
The lady to help us through the tour was very very good. She explained everything and since we aolder she was very accommodating with us we will recommend this tour to everybody
7
Coptic and Islamic Cairo tour
We gone to the Coptic and Islamic Cairo with Sayed Mahmoud (our tour guide) and it was amazing! Well done!! We saw many things that were impressive and still can’t believe that was so value for money
Operator response
Dear Our Valued Customer First of all we would like to convey our heartiest thanks to you for your wonderful Feedback We are sure that Without your Feedback, it would not have been possible at all for any other travelers to know about who we are we are happy that you enjoyed the day We appreciate your time and efforts in Providing a feedback to us . Thank you Kind regards, Emo Tours Egypt
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Great tour guide!
Our guide Sayed Mahmoud was a great guide. He was very knowledgeable and friendly making our very large group feel comfortable and safe. We had a great time with hm on this tour. Thanks Sayed!
Operator response
Dear our valued customer Thank you for your support and we would like to inform that we are taking every measure to ensure better service and greater customer satisfaction at all time . Ido wish to welcome you and your family in one of our tours soon ^_^ Best regards, Emo Tours Egypt
D
Great trip
Trip was excellent. Tour guide Sayed was knowledgeable, friendly, flexible and spoke good English. The tour was well paced according to the needs and age variance of our group.
Operator response
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
2
Worth the trip
Very nice overview about Islamic and Coptic culture within Cairo. Good mixture between walking and driving to the specific more spread out locations. Very informative and enjoyable tour by Sayed Mahmoud!
Operator response
Dear our valued customer Thank you for writing this fantastic review and giving our dealership such an excellent star rating . It’s great to hear we were able to go above and beyond your expectations and provide you with a memorable experience . We look forward to seeing you again soon . Best regards, Emo Tours Egypt
L
Very fun trip
My guide Sayed Mahmoud was very passionate about the tour and knowledgeable about all of the sites. He went above and beyond to make sure I enjoyed myself and suggested many good places to shop. The sites were also beautiful and worth visiting. I would recommend 100%
Operator response
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
J
Islamic Cairo
The driver was really great. Nice car too. Our German guide was making stuff up or was mostly unsure. For us that was a tour not worth taking.
S
During Ramadan a very interesting tour
Thank you for the time spent with us. We had a very interesting tour of the Islamic Cairo and its heritage.
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