Discover Islamic Cairo in a 1 Day Tour

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$200 per Tour up to 4 per person

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1 Day

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BEYOND WORDS Experience Islamic Cairo, culture, Mosques and architects

Explore Islamic Cairo, also known as Medieval Cairo, founded in 969 by the Fatimid caliphs who subsequently turned it into a royal enclosure, not far from Futstat, which had by then been adopted as the country's economic and administrative capital. It served as Egypt's capital from 750 to 868. During the years that followed, the area grew to become the regional center for Islam and as a result, several mosques and other Islamic monuments were constructed. It is primarily due to this that the area came to be known as Islamic Cairo. Whatever you do, don't expect Islamic Cairo to be anything like modern day downtown Cairo. The two areas are quite literally worlds apart, but in a way which makes it even more necessary to explore this ancient district.

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Leave the modern life with its technology and boring life let`s go on this Islamic Cairo Tour to go back in history hundreds of years, here where the time machine stopped since the Middle Ages. in the heart of Cairo, a street called El Darb el Ahamar, this street full of Islamic monuments you will really feel like you find Islamic architect treasure where you will see mosques, house, palace, mausoleums, collage, one of Cairo gates and part of ancient Cairo walls which protect the city against invading armies. all of this beside visiting handcrafts market and enjoy having your lunch in good quality restaurant in el Azhar park which considered one of the most beautiful gardens in Cairo with its magnificent location which an imposing view of the city with 1000 minaret.

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Destination

Cairo , Egypt Discover Destinations

Departure Location

Address or Intersection upon Traveler’s request, Airport, Cruise Ship Port, Hotel, Monument/Building upon Traveler’s request, Rail or Bus Station

Return Location

Address or Intersection upon Traveler’s request, Airport, Cruise Ship Port, Hotel, Monument/Building upon Traveler’s request, Rail or Bus Station

Tour Start Date & Time

Everyday at 08:00

Price includes

A guided tour of important places
Beautifully illustrated souvenir map
Observation and participation in allowed activities
Porterage for a maximum of two bags per person
Professionally guided tour
Unlimited bottled water

Price does not include

Current Hotel Taxes and Service Charges
Entrance tickets to monuments and museums
Excess baggage charge
International Air, unless expressly paid for
Personal expenses
Services not specifically stated in the itinerary
Tips to guide and driver
Visa arrangements

Additional Prices

1 child: $100 2 children: $90

Discover Islamic Cairo in a 1 Day Tour

Explore the local streets on a walking tour of the old city Cairo
Tour Islamic Cairo finest Muslim architecture with an Egyptologist guide
Hear facts about the Citadel and other sites that you may miss alone
Gaze up at the delicately designed turrets of Al Mouayyed Mosque
Discover the story of the construction of the Al-Hakim Mosque

Explore Cairo, rich with archaeological treasures. Apprciate some of the most unique architecture in the world as your guide describes its ancient history. Discover the Islamic and Coptic buildings in Cairo and how they blend both art and history in an immersive day.

Meet your tour expert in the hotel reception in the morning and embark on an excursion to visit the Highlights and to Learn the history of the institution as you explore the grounds and admire the architecture.

Then, proceed to the Al Mouayyed Mosque, Bab Zuweila. Gaze up at the delicately designed turrets and feel the importance of this spiritual place. Continue on to Al Hussein Mosque, Beit El Sheium, a unique Islamic house.

Afterward, head to the Al-Hakim Mosque, one of the Fatimid Mosques beside the Bab al Fetouh and, Bab Al Nasr. Listen as you hear the history of their construction, under the supervision Gawhar El Sakaly.

Full of understanding at the end of the day, enjoy comfortable transport back to your hotel.

Discover Islamic Cairo in a 1 Day Tour

Enjoy a guided tour of the Mosques in Cairo, Al Azhar, and the Islamic sites. Walk Cairo’s vibrant Al Muizz Street, browse the Khan El Khalili Bazaar, and experience Old Cairo.

Day 1

Day 1

Islamic Cairo

Start your private day tour to visit the Citadel of Salah Din located on Mokattam Hill in Cairo,

also visit the Famous mosque in Old Cairo " Ibn -Tulun mosque " which was commissioned by Ahmad ibn Ţūlūn, the Abbassid governor of Egypt from 868-884 ,

then proceed to The Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan which is a massive Mamluk era mosque and Madrassa Its construction began 1356 CE

then have a little walk in Been ElKasreen and ElMoaz Street .
Back to Hotel

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Incredible Experience I have recently completed a 10 day tour of Egypt, Cairo and a Nile Cruise with my 2 sisters and a friend (4 women) and it was mind blowing. Our guide in Cairo, Ahmed was knowledgeable, kind and accommodating and allowed us to tweak some of our tour sites as we wanted to shop a little, maybe a lot! The Nile cruise ship was fantastic, the staff could not do enough for us, the cabins spacious and comfortable and our guide was fun, patient, knowledgeable, honest and intuitive. Once again we felt safe and well taken care of the entire trip. Highly recommend.

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