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Old Islamic and Coptic Full Day Tour
Cairo, Egypt
Egypt
Giza, Egypt
$139.29
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
No visit to Cairo is truly complete without immersing oneself in the awe-inspiring sights of old Islamic Cairo. Exploring this historic district can easily occupy days, if not weeks. And if you're fortunate enough to book this tour with us, you'll be in for a treat. Our specially customized itinerary covers the most significant Islamic sites, spanning various dynasties, and offers a glimpse into the vibrant life of Egypt. As you navigate through this remarkable quarter, you'll also have the opportunity to witness one of the world's oldest Christian collections.
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Old Islamic and Coptic Full Day Tour
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- All service charge and taxes.
- Pick up and drop off at the hotel
- Entrance tickets.
- Bottled water on board
- Professional licensed Egyptologist tour guide
- Private transportation
- Tipping
- Personal expenses.
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Cairo CitadelVisit the citadel of Saladin that was build to protect Cairo from the crusaders amazing Islamic military old architectures, see the Mosque of Mohamed Ali that was build during the Ottoman dynasty in Egypt.
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Mosque of Muhammad AliMohamed Ali mosque a relatively late addition to the fortress, but one that by virtue of it's prominent site and bulk, it's the most visible monument in Cairo - serves to symbolize the citadel in the minds of most visitors. Ironically, the mosque is designed wholly along Turkish lines and owes nothing to the architectural traditions of Egypt, Mohamed Ali was the first ruler of royal family from 1805 till they were removed by 1952 revaluation, this Mosque was built honor of his son after he passed away to be buried inside and later Mohamed Ali was also buried with his son.
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Mosque of Ibn TulunIbn tuluns's is the oldet mosque in Egypt. This fact will excite an architectural historian, but for the casual visitor the main interest lies in it's curious " open-air" minaret which is an easy and rewarding climb as it's spiral staircases unique minaret imitating the art of Samaraa the city of Iraq, It's perhaps the strongest mosque ever built in Cairo, you will get exited with it's story with Momia tours guide.
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The Hanging Church"Hanging Church" which is dating back to the 3rd Century AD and was dedicated to Virgin Mary, It’s called "Hanging" because of its location above the gatehouse of the ancient Roman fortress "Babylon" .It contains 110 Holy icons depicting beautiful religious scenes.
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Church of St. Sergius and BacchusThen visiting "Saint Sergius and Bacchus Church” which is believed to have been built on the spot where the holy family rested at the end of their journey into Egypt.
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Synagogue Ben EzraThen, visiting the "Jewish Synagogue of Ben Ezra" which gained its importance from its Geniza (Store room) was found during the 19th century containing a treasure of abandoned Hebrew secular and sacred manuscripts
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Old Islamic and Coptic Full Day Tour
Cairo, Egypt
Egypt
Giza, Egypt
$139.29
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!