Explore Cairo’s rich Christian and Islamic heritage with a private guide. Visit historic churches, grand mosques, and vibrant bazaars. Includes lunch.
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Coptic Cairo - This location is in a Fortress named the Fortress of Babylon. Its foundation is in the site where we stand today. Within the fortress are a lot of churches and other buildings: Abu Sarga, the Church of the Virgin Mary, the Church of Saint Barbara the Martyr, Mar Girgis (Coptic), The Hanging Church, The Church of the Monk Mar Girgis, the Fortress of Babylon, The Greek Orthodox Church Mar Girgis, the Coptic Museum and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.
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Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan - the Most and Biggest mosques in Cairo which is El Sultan Hassan Mosque that also known as
Madrasa El Sultan Hassanthat 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 -
Al-Azhar Mosque - Al-Azhar Mosque in Cairo it`s also known as the mosque of the most resplendent is a mosque in Islamic Cairo in Egypt.Al-Mu’izz li-Din Allah of the Fatimid Caliphate commissioned its construction for the newly established capital city in 970. Its name is usually thought to allude to the Islamic prophet Muhammad’s daughter Fatimah, a revered figure in Islam who was given the title az-Zahrā .the shining or resplendent one.It was the first mosque established in Cairo,a city that has since gained the nickname “the City of a Thousand Minarets
- Khan Al-Khalili - Khan el-Khalili is a major souk in the historic center of Islamic Cairo. The bazaar district is one of Cairo’s main attractions for tourists and Egyptians alike
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Driver/guide
- Lunch
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Gratuities
Embark on a Private Christian and Islamic journey in Cairo, escorted by our guide. Begin your exploration with the antique Coptic churches located in old Cairo, places that received blessings from The Holy Family during their escape to Egypt.
Continue your tour to the St. Sergious church, followed by a visit to the Hanging church. Move on to witness the grandeur of the Madrasa of Sultan Hassan - the largest mosque present in Islamic Cairo, which also served as an Islamic educational institution. Proceed to Al Riifaay mosque, renowned as one of the most exquisite mosques in Cairo. Enjoy lunch, and conclude your tour at Al Alzhar mosque - the earliest mosque constructed in Cairo. Also, don’t miss the shopping experience at the Khan ELkhalili bazaar, before advancing back to your hotel.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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