7 Hours Islamic and Medieval Cairo Private Tour
Embark on an extraordinary adventure through the mystical realms of Islamic and Medieval Cairo with our exceptional private tours, guided by passionate local Egyptologists boasting over 35 years of immersive expertise. They don't just recite facts from Google; they bring history to life through captivating stories and local insights, ensuring every step of your journey is a remarkable masterpiece of discovery, unique to your group's experience and personalized to your tastes.
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7 Hours Islamic and Medieval Cairo Private Tour
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What's included in 7 Hours Islamic and Medieval Cairo Private Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Gayer-Anderson Museum (Bayt al-Kiritliya)
You will visit the Gayer Anderson museum which consists of two houses from the 16th and 17th century that are both built with a unique architectural style and boast antique furniture from all over the Middle East. Typically, we'll spend 30-50 mins here before walking over to our next stop (5-10 mins).
Mosque of Ibn Tulun
Completed in the year 879 CE, the enormous Mosque of Ibn Tulun is the oldest mosque in Cairo that is still in its original form. Visitors are free to climb the Minaret for a great view. We will then drive over to the next mosque.
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
The madrasa-mosque of Sultan Hasan remains one of the most ingeniously designed mosques in the history of Islamic architecture (a must-see for any architecture lover). Following this visit, we will drive over (10-15 mins) to the citadel. Upon entering, visitors are greeted by a massive and exquisitely carved gateway, which grants access to a seemingly narrow and dimly lit corridor. This corridor opens up into a spacious courtyard, boasting a serene ambiance and featuring a prominent domed fountain at its center. Surrounding this sunlit square are four majestic vaulted halls, known as iwans, housing the madrassas or educational institutions affiliated with the four distinct Sunni Islamic schools of thought: Shafi'i, Maliki, Hanafi, and Hanbali.
Inclusions
- Entrance fees to sightseeing
- Qualified Local Egyptologist Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We provide traveler pickup service. Kindly provide us with the details of your pickup location. The tour concludes at the original departure point.
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Ticket Redemption
For entry to the sightseeing, our team will handle your entrances at the ticket office for you.
