Day Tour Coptic and Islamic Cairo Tour
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Overview
Marvel at the most important cultural and historical sites in Islamic and Coptic Cairo on a full-day tour. Walk past the impressive Cairo citadel of Saladin, splendid Mosque and Madrasa of sultan Hassan, Al Rifai Mosque, Mosque of Ibn Tulun, Mosque of Amr ibn al-As, El Moez Street and Al-Hakim mosque. Focus on the Christian Coptic Cairo sights which are among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family; where the spiritual impact of their presence is still felt.
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo
| Our guide will pick you up from your hotel to enjoy a fantastic tour to Islamic and Coptic Cairo. Start at the famous Cairo Citadel of Saladin, one of the world’s greatest monuments to medieval warfare with large imposing gateways, towers and high defending walls, the Citadel is one of Cairo’s main attractions and probably the most popular non-Pharaonic monument in the Egyptian capital. The Citadel Mohamed Ali Mosque was built between 1830 and 1848 by the architect Yousef Bushnak. Proceed to visit the Mosque and Madrasa of sultan Hassan that was built between 1356 and 1363 during the Bahri Mamluk period, commissioned by Sultan an-Nasir Hasan. The mosque was considered remarkable for its massive size and innovative architectural components. The opposite Al-Rifa’i Mosque is a beautiful Mosque and school housing the tomb of Imam Rifai along with Members of Mohammed Ali dynasty – Sultan Hussein Kamel, king Fuad and king Farouk as well as the last Shah of Iran, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. Move on to visit the Mosque of Ibn Tulun is the oldest mosque built in the city and the largest mosque in terms of land area. It was built by Ibn Tulun between 876 AD & 879 AD. The Mosque of Amr ibn al-As was originally built in 641–642 AD. The original structure was the first mosque in Egypt and the whole of Africa. Continue to Christian Coptic Cairo to visit the famed Hanging Church, a place of Orthodox worship and one of the oldest churches in Egypt. Next, walk to Abu Serga, known formally as Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church. This place has great significance as it is believed to be the spot where the Holy Family spent time during their journey in Egypt. Continue towards Ben Ezra synagogue, which is the reputed location of Moses’ discovery as a baby. Enjoy Lunch at a quality local restaurant and then drive to Al-Muizz Street, one of Cairo’s oldest streets as it dates back to the foundation of the city. Al-Muizz street runs from the city gate of Bab al-Futuh in the north to the gate of Bab Zuweila in the south, both entrances in the stone walls built by the vizier Badr al-Jamali in the 11th century. Later on, visit Khan Al-Khalili, the bazaar is loud, crowded, colorful, and exciting. It is full of all kinds of goods and shiny baubles. The market has several restaurants and cafés spread throughout where you can take a break from shopping. After finished, you will be transferred back to your Hotel |
Meals Included: Lunch