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Medieval Cairo Old City Islamic Heritage Tour

Location Cairo, Egypt
Location Giza, Egypt
Location Western Desert, Egypt
$189
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Explore the heritage of Medieval Cairo on this full-day guided tour to the city’s most iconic Islamic landmarks. Begin at the impressive Mosque of Ibn Tulun, one of Egypt’s oldest mosques, where you’ll admire its vast courtyard and unique spiral minaret. Visit the Gayer-Anderson Museum next door, a beautifully preserved 17th-century home filled with antiques, art, and traditional architecture. Continue to Al-Moez Street, a vibrant historic avenue lined with mosques, palaces, and architectural masterpieces from the Fatimid, Mamluk, and Ottoman eras. Enjoy time to browse local bazaars, take photos, and learn fascinating stories about Cairo’s rich past from your expert guide. This immersive cultural experience offers the perfect way to discover the beauty and history of Islamic Cairo beyond the pyramids, complete with comfortable round-trip transportation from your hotel.
Medieval Cairo including lunch
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours

  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide
  • Admission fee
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

  • Wekalet El Ghouri Arts Center
    Cross Al Azhar Street to visit the caravansary-like Wekalet el Ghoury, and the Mamluke Style house of Zeinab Khatoun.
  • Mosque of Ibn Tulun
    After lunch visit Ibn Tulun mosque being the oldest intact mosque standing in Egypt dating back to the ninth century and characterized by its unique spiral minaret copied from the mosque of Samaraa. Add to your knowledge of Cairo’s old houses by a visit to the next door
  • Gayer-Anderson Museum (Bayt al-Kiritliya)
    Gayer Anderson Museum one of the famous locations where the James Bond film “The Spy who Loved Me” was shot.
  • El-moez Street
    Al-Moez Street is one of Cairo’s oldest and most beautiful historic streets, located in the heart of Islamic Cairo. Lined with stunning mosques, madrasas, palaces, and traditional markets, it feels like an open-air museum. A walk here takes you through centuries of Egyptian history, vibrant local culture, and lively bazaars—perfect for photos and authentic souvenirs.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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.
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    Medieval Cairo Old City Islamic Heritage Tour

    Location Cairo, Egypt
    Location Giza, Egypt
    Location Western Desert, Egypt
    $189
    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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