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Guided tour to the Citadel of Saladin & Old Cairo churches & Baron Palace

Location Cairo, Egypt
$120
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Baron Empain Palace stands as a stunning testament to Heliopolis, the city of the sun, inviting you to delve into its rich history. This captivating tour also takes you to the Citadel of Saladin and the breathtaking Mohamed Ali Mosque, along with the architectural wonders of Coptic Orthodox churches.

  • 🏷️ Guided Tour Package: Enjoy a comprehensive guided experience that includes visits to Baron Empain Palace, the Citadel of Saladin, and the Hanging Church.
  • 🚗 Pickup Included: Your adventure begins with convenient pickup from your hotel in Cairo in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • 🕒 Duration: Immerse yourself in this 4-hour journey, expertly led by an English-speaking guide.
  • 🏰 Discover Baron Empain Palace, where you'll learn about its history and admire its intricate decorations across four stunning floors.
  • 🕌 Visit the Citadel of Saladin, a historic fortress that has stood for centuries, and explore the magnificent Mosque of Muhammad Ali with its exquisite Turkish architectural style.
  • ⛪ Explore the Hanging Church, the oldest church in Egypt, built on the remnants of the Roman Babylon Fortress, and hear stories of its significance.
  • 🌟 Experience the Cavern Church, a remarkable site where the Holy Family is said to have found refuge during their time in Egypt.
  • ♿ Accessibility: The tour is wheelchair accessible, ensuring everyone can enjoy these magnificent sites.
  • 👶 Family-Friendly: Infants and small children are welcome, with options for prams and strollers available.

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Guided tour to the Citadel of Saladin & Old Cairo churches & Baron Palace
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours

  • -Pick up from/to the hotel in Cairo.
  • -Transfer in a private car with air conditioning.
  • -English-speaking guide.
  • -Tips and personal expenses.

  • Baron Palace
    Our Guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo by a private air-conditioned car to start your tour in Heliopolis city. Pay a visit Baron Empain Palace, the most famous landmark of Heliopolis, the city of the sun, to find out the history of this great city and enjoy stories associated with this palace and its miscellaneous decorations. This palace consists of four floors, as well as its garden. After that, go ahead to The Basilica Church where Baron Edward Empain willed to be buried.
  • Mosque of Muhammad Ali
    Move ahead to the most famous fortress in Islamic Cairo, the Citadel of Saladin, built by Salah-El-Din Al-Ayoubi in the 12th Century to fortify Cairo against the Crusaders' attacks. This citadel was the seat of the rule for 700 years. On the highest point inside the courtyard of the Citadel of Saladin, there is one of the most famous landmarks in Egypt, the Mosque of Muhammad Ali or Alabaster Mosque, designed in Turkish style by the Turkish architect Yousif Boushnaq who came especially from Istanbul to build this great mosque. This mosque distinguishes its beautiful decorations on its walls, its remarkable domes, and minarets.
  • The Hanging Church
    Continue to Old Cairo to visit the Hanging Church, the oldest church in Egypt. This church was the seat of the Coptic Pope at the beginning of the eleventh century AD. It is called the hanging because it was built on a tower of Babylon Fortress established during the Roman period in the 2nd century AD. Also you will visit the cavern charch which is one of the famous attractive sightseeing in Egypt,where the Holly family stayed for 3 months during their visit to Egypt. Finally, our team will back you to your hotel in Cairo

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Guided tour to the Citadel of Saladin & Old Cairo churches & Baron Palace

    Location Cairo, Egypt
    $120
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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