Day Tour to Islamic Cairo and Islamic Museum
Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Islamic heritage with our Day Tour to Islamic Cairo and Islamic Museum. Explore the rich history and architectural marvels of Islamic Cairo, including the famous mosques, minarets, and historic Islamic sites. Immerse yourself in the fascinating exhibits at the Islamic Museum, showcasing centuries-old artifacts, manuscripts, and Islamic art. Join us for an unforgettable experience of cultural discovery and enlightenment.
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Day Tour to Islamic Cairo and Islamic Museum
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Cairo Citadel
Pickup from your hotel by our expert tour guide and transfer to the Citadel of Salah El Din in Cairo Where you visit Mohamed Ali Mosque that has been considered one of the most beautful mosque in Cairo it also know as the Alabaster Mosque because its outer walls has been Covered by Alabaster Stone
Al Rifai Mosque
Then Followed by another big famous Mosque Which is Al-Rifa’i Mosque The building is located opposite the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan, which dates from around 1361, and was architecturally conceived as a complement to the older structure. This was part of a vast campaign by the 19th century rulers of Egypt to both associate themselves with the perceived glory of earlier periods in Egypt‘s Islamic history and modernize the city.
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
Then Followed by a visit to the Most and Biggest mosques in Cairo which is El Sultan Hassan Mosque that also known as `Madrasa El Sultan Hassan` that was founded by Sultan Hassan in 1356 A.D The Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan is a massive Mamluk era mosque and madrassa located near The Citadel in Cairo. Its construction began 757 AH/1356 CE with work ending three years later “without even a single day of idleness”. At the time of construction the mosque was considered remarkable for its fantastic size and innovative architectural components. Commissioned by a sultan of a short and relatively unimpressive profile, al-Maqrizi noted that within the mosque were several “wonders of construction”. The mosque was, for example, designed to include schools for all four of the Sunni schools of thought: Shafi’i, Maliki, Hanafi and Hanbali
Inclusions
- Tour Guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
- Islamic Museum Entry Ticket
- Bottle of water
- Tipping
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
You will find our tour guide in the lobby area holding a sign showing the customer's name
