Private Full Day Coptic and Islamic Cairo Tour
This full day 7-hour tour will give the guest the chance to enjoy the most attractive Coptic and Islamic monuments in Cairo and at the end you can visit Khan El-Khalili Bazaar . Small group tour with transportation by air-conditioned minivan .
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Private Full Day Coptic and Islamic Cairo Tour
Pickup included
What's included in Private Full Day Coptic and Islamic Cairo Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Meet & Assist at your hotel in Cairo, drive to visit
the Coptic quarter including
Hanging Church of the Virgin Mary & visit to the most old churches &
Ben Ezra Synagogue. Continue to visit
Ibn Tuloun Mosque which was completed in 879 AD on Mount Yashkur in a settlement named al-Qata'i by the founder of Egypt's Tulounid Dynasty at the period (868-905 AD). The mosque that he had built over a period of three years of mudbrick became the focal point of the Tulunid capital that lasted only 26 years. It was the third congregational mosque to be built in what is now greater Cairo, and at approximately 26,318 square meters in size.
Next, continue to Al-Hussein area to visit
Al-Azhar Mosque which is located in the center of an area teaming with the most beautiful Islamic monuments from the 10th century, Al-Azhar mosque established in 972 (361 H) in a porticoed style shortly after the founding of Cairo itself. It was originally designed by the Fatimid general Jawhar El-Sequili (Gawhara Qunqubay, Gawhar al-Sakkaly) and built on the orders of Caliph Muezz Li-Din Allah.
In this area you have the opportunity to go shopping in the
Khan El-Khalili Bazaar which is nearby, then finish off with transfer back to your hotel.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional historian guide
- All taxes & governmental fees to get the permission for the tour
- Fuel surcharge
- Private tour & Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Any extras , Food and drinks
- Tips for driver and guide.
- 5 USD per person for pickup from/to the new settlements
- entrance fees
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Your booking is confirmed automatically, if booked 3 days or more prior to the tour. Otherwise the confirmation will be on request, subject to availability.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Light or Sport Shoes needed
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Departure Point: Pick up will be at 08:30am for hotels in Cairo center ( downtown ) or Giza , but for hotels in the new settlements such as Fifth settlement , El Ibour , El Sherook , Madinty , Rihab City and new Cairo will be at least 1 hour earlier (an extra fee will apply p.P US $ 5 for pick-up from / to those new settlements). Dates: See availability Return point: Tour ends with drop off at your hotel
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• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements • Comfortable walking shoes are recommende • TRAVEL TIP: Due to very low wages, "Baksheesh" or tips/gratuities are an integral part of life in Egypt. It is useful to carry small notes with you at all times. If you are unsure who, or how much to tip, please do not hesitate to ask your tour guide for guidance. • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately • Not wheelchair accessible
