Day Tour to Islamic Cairo

The Islamic Cairo Day Tour will create for you indelible memories with an excursion through the city rich in Islamic heritage. This journey starts at the Citadel of Salah El-Din, now architecturally impressive with great views over Cairo, while the second city stop is the Mohammed Ali Mosque, well-known for its Ottoman design. The tour will take in the Sultan Hassan Mosque, a good example of Islamic architecture, and the Rifai Mosque, with the tombs of notable personalities. Visit the old Ibn Tulun Mosque, wander through colors at Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, and follow El Moez Street, which is accredited as the largest open-air museum of Islamic art worldwide.This Egypt Tour will leave you with unforgettable memories of Cairo's historic treasures.

Set off on an unforgettable Islamic Cairo Day Tour with Around Egypt Tours and capture Cairo's Islamic history and architectural wonders. Your first destination will be the Citadel of Salah El-Din, an iconic fortress constructed in 1176 A.D. by Sultan Salah El-Din for the defense of Cairo during the Crusades. High up on a plateau, from here you will be rewarded with breathtaking panorama views of the city. The gleaming Mohammed Ali Mosque, with its two graceful pointed minarets and splendid Ottoman style, was built in the early 1800s. Continue to Sultan Hassan Mosque, also called the Pyramid of Islamic Architecture, an exquisite specimen of Islamic art and culture constructed in the 13th century. This remarkable complex had four madrasas for Sunni Islamic teachings and accommodation for non-local students.En route, visit the Rifai Mosque, which contains the tombs of King Farouk and the last Shah of Iran, before going to Ibn Tulun, the oldest mosque in Cairo. From its famous minaret, the view extending over the city is simply breathtaking. Lunch will be at a restaurant of nice standing. As part of your Cairo Day Tour, you’ll also explore the ancient gates of Cairo and stroll through the historic El Moez Street,the largest open-air museum for Islamic art in the world. Finish your journey at the heavily crowded Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, one of the largest and liveliest markets worldwide. Weave through its narrow alleys and savor some true shopping experiences. You will then cap off your day with a restorative cup of Egyptian tea/coffee at the historic Fishawy Café. You will be transferred back to your accommodation in Cairo or Giza upon the completion of this Islamic Cairo Day Trip.

• Transportation services from your hotel or airport to the site and back.
• Secure, clean, and air-conditioned vehicles for comfortable travel.
• An English-speaking specialist to guide you throughout your Islamic Cairo Day Tour.
• Complimentary bottled water and a soft drink as a welcome gesture during your tour.
• Admission tickets to the historical sites included in the itinerary.
• Opportunity for shopping and browsing local products.
• Optional shopping tours in Cairo and the chance to enjoy local beverages like tea, mint, or coffee at iconic cafes such as El-Fishawy or Layali El-Hussein.
• All related charges and service fees for the day tour are included.

• Additional expenses not mentioned in the itinerary.
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