4-hours Private Half Day Islamic Cairo: Citadel & Old Mosques

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Key Details

  • Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Hotel pickup Available
  • Duration: 4 Hrs
  • Language:
    English
  • Departure Time :
    8:00 AM
  • Cancellation Policy :
    This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

Al Azhar Mosque, Sultan Hassan Mosque and Khan El Khalili Bazaar , imr ibn el as , ibn tulun msoque , el moezz street from one thousand years ago from your hotel with private car and guide
feel the spiritual day with us to know more about Islamic religion

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private pick up from your hotel in cairo or giza to have Look beyond the pyramids and pharaohs, and discover the Citadel of Salah el Din, Sultan Hassan and Khan el-Khalili Bazaars. This private tour will give you a deeper insight into the rich history that is Egypt. The Alabaster Mosque at the Citadel of Salah el-Din sits atop a limestone hill overlooking Cairo and is the most important mosque in the city. Still used a place of worship today by the Muslims of Cairo, the architectural masterpiece opens its doors to visitors of all faiths. The lower part of the Mosque is clad inside and out with Alabaster, while the top part is constructed from the limestone cladding removed from the Pyramids of Giza. Inside the mosque your guide will introduce you to the basic beliefs of Islam, including a translation of the most common prayers.
Continue to the Mosque and Madrassa (school) of Sultan Hassan. Built between 1356 and 1363, and is believed to be one of the finest examples of Mamluk architecture in Cairo. The mosque is also considered one of the largest, not only in Cairo but in the whole Islamic world, measuring some 492 feet (150 meters) long and 118 feet (36 meters) high. The highest minaret is 223 feet (68 meters) tall. This is a private tour allowing you to determine the amount of time spent at each site during the tour.
There is a spice market where you can by fresh spices of any variety. The perfume market is awash with countless mixing scents of essential oils. Deeper into the market there are gold vendors and antiques shops full of interesting pieces. There are fabric shops and carpet vendors and sellers of just about anything you might desire. If you cannot find what you are looking for, do not hesitate to ask a vendor because there is a good chance they will know where to find it.

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private pick up from your hotel in cairo or giza to have Look beyond the pyramids and pharaohs, and discover the Citadel of Salah el Din, Sultan Hassan and Khan el-Khalili Bazaars. This private tour will give you a deeper insight into the rich history that is Egypt. The Alabaster Mosque at the Citadel of Salah el-Din sits atop a limestone hill overlooking Cairo and is the most important mosque in the city. Still used a place of worship today by the Muslims of Cairo, the architectural masterpiece opens its doors to visitors of all faiths. The lower part of the Mosque is clad inside and out with Alabaster, while the top part is constructed from the limestone cladding removed from the Pyramids of Giza. Inside the mosque your guide will introduce you to the basic beliefs of Islam, including a translation of the most common prayers.
Continue to the Mosque and Madrassa (school) of Sultan Hassan. Built between 1356 and 1363, and is believed to be one of the finest examples of Mamluk architecture in Cairo. The mosque is also considered one of the largest, not only in Cairo but in the whole Islamic world, measuring some 492 feet (150 meters) long and 118 feet (36 meters) high. The highest minaret is 223 feet (68 meters) tall. This is a private tour allowing you to determine the amount of time spent at each site during the tour.
There is a spice market where you can by fresh spices of any variety. The perfume market is awash with countless mixing scents of essential oils. Deeper into the market there are gold vendors and antiques shops full of interesting pieces. There are fabric shops and carpet vendors and sellers of just about anything you might desire. If you cannot find what you are looking for, do not hesitate to ask a vendor because there is a good chance they will know where to find it.

Inclusions

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • private tour
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide

Exclusions

  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • entry fees

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Face masks required for travellers in public areas

Face masks required for guides in public areas

Face masks provided for travellers

Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff

Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised

Traveler Reviews

  • 18-Mar-2023

    Bisho my guide was very professionnal. The tour was very interesting and the mosques where Amazing. I recommand it with Bisho. Thank you and have a Nice tour!

  • 17-Jan-2023

    Khalid was an excellent tour guide! Honestly one of the best I’ve booked. Very friendly and knowledgeable! I would definitely recommend !

  • 01-Nov-2019

    Un gran dia visitando las partes importantes del cairo, tour recomendado contratamos por medio de freetour.com y nos contacto el organizador todo fue muy bien se paga una parte y el dia que pasan por ti el resto, nuestro conductor Ahmed y guia Hereda muy recomendados para realizarlo

  • 16-Apr-2019

    Today we saw beautiful mosques with a stop at the Islamic Museum. The view of the city was amazing. Thanks to Ahmed for sharing the rich history of Islam with us.