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Join one of the most exciting Egypt tours in Cairo and explore the attractions of Old Cairo. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Coptic and Islamic Cairo as you visit important landmarks that hold great significance to Egypt. Be amazed by the Citadel of Saladin and the magnificent Mosque of Muhammad Ali, which served as the center of Egyptian administration for various dynasties, including the Ayyubids, Mamluks and Ottomans.
Discover the oldest intact mosque in Egypt, the Mosque of Ahmad Ibn Tulun, and the Great Mosque of Sultan Hassan, famous for its role in teaching Islamic law. Explore the ancient Roman Citadel of Babylon and visit the unique Hanging Church, also known as the Hanging Church in Arabic. In addition, you will have the opportunity to wander the narrow historical streets and alleys of Islamic Cairo, and immerse yourself in the splendor of Islamic architecture that continues to amaze architects and historians with its architectural ingenuity with Egypt tour packages.
You will have the opportunity to enjoy local cuisine at one of the traditional restaurants in this vibrant neighborhood, with a special highlight being the Khan El Khalili Market. Treat your taste buds to authentic flavours as you immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Khan El Khalili, a famous market that adds an extra layer of cultural richness to your culinary experience.
Egypt is an amazing place with so many amazing things to see. Some of the ancient tombs like the Tomb of Ti Saqqara and the pyramids show us how people lived long ago. People from all over the world visit Egypt to learn about its history and see all the beautiful sights.
In the morning, your tour guide will meet you at your hotel in Cairo or Giza to enjoy your daily Cairo tours that start every day. Start your Coptic and Islamic Cairo tour with a visit to the Saladin Citadel and the interior of the Muhammad Ali Marmari Mosque, which was the seat of Egypt’s rulers for centuries.
The Saladin Citadel was built around 1176 AD by the famous Muslim leader Saladin. It represents Ottoman architecture in Cairo, as the design was copied from the famous Blue Mosque of Sultan Ahmed in Istanbul. You will be taken to another ancient site in the city to visit an Islamic complex that historians have called the pyramid of Islamic architecture in Cairo, the Mamluk Mosque and the Madrasahs of Sultan Hassan, and the Ibn Tulun Mosque, the oldest standing mosque in Africa, built over a thousand years ago.
Your tour guide and driver will take you to visit Coptic Cairo. You will start your sightseeing in the Coptic Quarter of Cairo to see an ancient Roman citadel built by Emperor Trajan, and the Roman Citadel of Babylon. Proceed to the Hanging Church, which was built over the ruins of the citadel. We will also take you to the Church of Abu Serga, built over the cave of the Holy Family, as well as the Old Cairo Synagogue, also known as the Ben Ezra Synagogue, which has an interesting history as one of the oldest Jewish synagogues in Cairo. Learn more about Coptic Cairo with your guide, then stop for a delicious lunch in Old Cairo. After lunch, continue driving to another part of Islamic Cairo, and you will have the opportunity to do some shopping in Cairo when you visit the oldest market in the Middle East, Khan El Khalili. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Cairo or Giza. We hope you enjoyed our private guided tours in Cairo.
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