Highlights of Islamic Cairo Sightseeing Private Trip
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 ...
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Highlights of Islamic Cairo Sightseeing Private Trip
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Mosque of Muhammad Ali
This private tour will give you a deeper insight into the rich Islamic history of Egypt. The Alabaster Mosque at the Citadel of Salah el-Din sits atop of limestone hill overlooking Cairo and is the most important mosque in the city. Still used as 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
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
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 of Egypt, 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 you like to spend at each site during the tour.
Khan Al-Khalili
End up the tour with the visit to Khan el Khalili bazaar, Your qualified tour guide will give you an introduction to the famous markets which claim to have inspired Christopher Columbus to discover the USA. Enjoy free time to stroll through the maze of streets and try your luck bargaining with the shop owners for a souvenir of your trip to Egypt.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
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• The listed price does not include a $X per person processing fee, payable at the time of tour check-in. The fee is required by our local supplier and is not within our control. • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
