Cairo Sightseeing Tour to Explore Coptic & Islamic Cairo

Duration

Approx 8 Hours

Trip Type

Private Tours

Availability

Everyday

Pick up

Hotel

Tour Overview

Enjoy a fascinating tour of Cairo, beginning with the rich heritage of Islamic Cairo. Visit remarkable landmarks such as the Mosque of Amr Ibn al-As and the historic Mosque of Ibn Tulun, exploring the architectural beauty and cultural significance of these iconic sites. Next, immerse yourself in the history of Coptic Cairo, where you’ll discover the Hanging Church, the Church of Abu Serga, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, and other remarkable religious and historical sites that showcase Egypt’s diverse spiritual heritage. After a full day of exploration, you will be comfortably transferred back to your hotel in Cairo, concluding a memorable journey through the city’s rich past.

Additional information

  • Your daily tours usually start at 8 am, but you can change the time in coordination with your private guide.
  • You can make any changes to the itinerary if you have any special requests.
  • For reservations, contact us, and your reservation will be confirmed with one of our travel advisors.
  • After booking the trip, we will send you a voucher with all the booking details.

The tour is available in:

English, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Italian, Chinese, French

Note: The Mentioned prices include a tour guide in English only; in case of requesting any other language, there will be an additional cost.

Day Tour Itinerary

After enjoying a delicious breakfast at your accommodation, your full-day tour begins. You will meet your private Egyptologist guide and travel in a comfortable private A/C vehicle to explore the following highlights:

Islamic Cairo

Cairo is famously known as the “City of a Thousand Minarets” due to its countless mosques and Islamic monuments. During your tour, you will visit remarkable sites such as the Muhammad Ali Mosque, Sultan Hassan Mosque, Ahmed Ibn Tulun Mosque, Al-Rifai Mosque, Al-Hussein Mosque, and many other historic landmarks, each showcasing Cairo’s rich Islamic heritage and stunning architecture.

Lunch

We will pause for a relaxing lunch at a local restaurant, offering traditional Egyptian dishes such as grilled meats, rice, and fresh salads. (Drinks are not included.)

Coptic Cairo

Your afternoon continues in Coptic Cairo, a unique area that preserves Egypt’s Christian heritage. Explore ancient churches and temples, including the Hanging Church, St. George Church, Bani Ezra Synagogue, Saint Barbara Church, and the Coptic Museum, each revealing fascinating insights into Egypt’s religious history.

After this enriching day, we will transfer you back to your accommodation to relax and enjoy a peaceful evening.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

What is included in this tour?

What is not included in this tour?

Things to know

  • Prices are in US dollars per person per trip and you can pay in any other currency.
  • Rates are subject to change in case of any changes in airport taxes, hotel rates, transport rates, or government taxes.
  • Rates are not valid during Christmas or New Year.
  • Travel insurance and entry visa charges are not included in the package.

Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is entirely up to the discretion of travelers. Although it is not mandatory, it is of great importance to the people who take care of you while traveling.

Extra personal expenses on the trip may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational expenses, and other services not listed.

Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:

  • For the visa fees, please check Visa and Passport Information.
  • Additional transport that you require.
  • Tipping for the guide and driver after the trip.
  • In case of unforeseen events like bad weather conditions and eventual flight cancellations, you are responsible for extra hotel nights and meals.

All our packages and tours of Egypt do not include entrance fees to special archaeological sites such as entering the pyramids from inside, the mummies’ room in Museum, or entering the Tutankhamun tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.

  • The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.
  • We are offering a low down payment of just 25% to secure your spaces on tour, including hotel rooms, cruise cabins, domestic flight tickets, and other travel-related services. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days before your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your tour manager, making you’re booking a risk-free investment.
  • Cancellation after confirmation with payment before 30 days of the commencement of the tour: 10% of the value of the tour package.
  • Canceling the tour 30 to 20 days before commencement of the tour: 25% of the value of the package
  • Canceling 19-15 days before commencing the tour: 50% of the tour cost
  • Canceling 14-11 days before commencement of the tour: 75% of the tour cost
  • Canceling before 10 days or less before the tour date: No refund for the tour
  • Up to 2 years: FREE
  • Age from 2 and below 6 years: 25% of adult price
  • Age from 6 up to 11 years: 50% of adult price
  • Ages 12 and Up: adult price.

Notes:

  • Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents ( Maximum 1 Child sharing parent’s room )
  • If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply.
  • A valid Passport for 6 months
  • Sunblock
  • Sunglasses
  • Sanitizer gel
  • Water holder
  • Bug spray
  • Warm clothes in winter
  • Cotton clothes in summer
  • A hat
  • Travel adaptor
  • Camera
  • Umbrella
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Medication

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