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Coptic & Islamic Cairo Heritage Tour
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Overview
Learn about Egypt’s capital and its rich religious traditions with this Private Coptic & Islamic Cairo Heritage Tour. Enjoy a full day tour of Old Cairo where three of the great religions, Christianity, Judaism and Islam, peacefully blend and live together for centuries.
Explore Coptic Cairo, one of the ancient parts of the capital. You’ll visit the well-known Hanging Church, which dates back to the 4th century, as well as St Sergius Church- believed to be constructed at the site of theHoly Family to find the hiding place from the Roman king-and Ben EzraSynagogue, the oldest Jewish place of prayer in Egypt.
Continue your journey to Citadel of Saladin, the formidable Islamic medieval fortification which was constructed by Sultan Al-Nasr Ayyubid in 1171. Inside you will discover the beautiful Mosque of Muhammad Ali, or “Alabaster Mosque”, and enjoy remarkable panorama views of Cairo from its ramparts.
This Islamic tour ends in the bustling alleyways of Islamic Cairo where you’ll see mosques with history dating back hundreds of years, historical architecture and bustling bazaars. Then you will stroll through the most well-known bazaar in Cairo “Khan El Khalili” one of the oldest and colorful Middle Eastern bazaars where you’ll have free time to explore authentic Egyptian souvenirs and traditional handicrafts, spices and jewelries.
With a licensed Egyptologist, your private guide, and all transportation taken care of by private car, this is the ideal trip for you to get introduced to a truly multicultural Cairo.
Tour Plan
Delve into Egypt’s ancient capital, uncovering its extensive religious heritage on a full day of discovery on the Private Coptic & Islamic Cairo Heritage Tour. Explore the depths of Old Cairo, witnessing where Christian, Islamic and Jewish faiths have peacefully co-existed for centuries. Venture into Coptic Cairo, among the earliest districts of the ancient city, visiting the illustrious Hanging Church, the ancient Church of St Sergius and Bacchus – it’s said to have sheltered the Holy Family on their trip to Egypt – and the age-old Ben Ezra Synagogue, among the most venerable Jewish sites in Egypt.
Traverse to the mighty Citadel of Saladin, a distinguished medieval fortification that overlooks the city and visit the stunning Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali.
Be mesmerised by unforgettable sweeping vistas over Cairo from the Citadel. Conclude this immersive exploration in the vivacious atmosphere of Islamic Cairo, gazing at venerable mosques, a wealth of traditional architecture and liveliest of markets as you meander your way through the much-loved Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the most captivating and time-honoured markets anywhere in the Middle East where you’ll have the chance to shop for genuine Egyptian trinkets, spices, ornaments and typical handicrafts. A full day outing in the knowledgeable company of a certified Egyptologist Egypt tours guide that includes private transfer, makes this tour the ideal initiation to the historic and artistic richness of Cairo.
Included / Excluded
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Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Professional Egyptologist guide
- Bottled mineral water
- Entrance fees (if selected)
- All taxes and service charges
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Lunch and beverages
- Optional entrance fees not included in your selected package
- Gratuities (optional)
Prices
| Number of Persons | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $120 |
| 2 - 3 Persons | $80 |
| 4 - 6 Persons | $70 |
| 7 - 10 Persons | $60 |
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