Day Tour to Islamic and Coptic Cairo and Cave Church with lunch

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What to expect

A day tour to Islamic and Coptic Cairo offers an unforgettable journey through two of the city’s most historically and culturally significant districts. These areas, rich in religious heritage, provide visitors with a deep understanding of Cairo’s diverse history, from the Islamic era to the early Christian period. Islamic Cairo, with its stunning mosques and ancient buildings, reflects the grandeur of Islamic architecture and culture, while Coptic Cairo is home to some of Egypt’s oldest Christian sites, including the renowned Cave Church, offering a glimpse into the Christian legacy of the region.

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Highlights

  • Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel.
  • Professional tour guide.
  • Islamic Cairo (Citadel of Saladin - Mohamed Ali Mosque - Sultan Hassan Mosque- Rifai Mosque )
  • Coptic Cairo ( Hanging Church - Coptic Museum - Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church.
  • Cave Church (Saint Simon the Tanner’s Church)

Details :
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Departure
Hotel pickup by private, air-conditioned vehicle.
This guided day tour offers a deep journey through Islamic and Coptic Cairo, showcasing centuries of religious, architectural, and cultural heritage in one carefully curated experience.


Citadel of Saladin
Guided Tour | Sightseeing
Explore Cairo’s historic fortress, built by Saladin, offering sweeping views over the city.

Muhammad Ali Mosque
Visit | Sightseeing
Admire the iconic Ottoman-style mosque, known for its grand domes and alabaster interior.

Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
Guided Visit | Sightseeing
One of the finest examples of Mamluk architecture in the Islamic world.

Al-Rifa'i Mosque
Visit | Sightseeing
Visit the neighboring mosque, notable for its royal tombs and striking interior.

Lunch Break
Lunch at a local restaurant featuring traditional Egyptian cuisine.

The Hanging Church
Guided Visit | Walking Tour
Discover one of Egypt’s oldest churches, built above the gate of a Roman fortress.

Ben Ezra Synagogue & Coptic Museum
Guided Visit | Sightseeing
Explore Old Cairo’s Jewish and Coptic heritage through historic religious sites and priceless artifacts.

Cave Church (Saint Simon the Tanner’s Church)
Visit | Sightseeing
End the day at the remarkable cave church carved into the Mokattam hills, one of the largest churches in the Middle East.

17:00 – Return
Transfer back to your hotel.

What's included

  • Admission to attractions
  • English / Arabic-speaking guide
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch
  • Round-trip transfers to and from your hotel

What's excluded

  • Tips and gratuities

Pick-up & meet-up information

Departure

Time confirmed after the booking

Available in Cairo Governorate, Giza Governorate of Egypt

-pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza. -An additional fee applies for pickup from Cairo International Airport or nearby hotels

Enter your hotel name and address at the checkout page

The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance

Return

17:00 – 18:00

To hotel/personal address After the tour, you’ll be dropped back at your hotel.

Before you book

Eligibility

  • Free for children aged 1-2

Terms & Conditions

Confirmation

  • You’ll get confirmation within minutes. If you don’t see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.

Cancellation policy

  • You’ll get a full refund if you cancel at least 1 day(s) before the activity starts

You can send your enquiry via the form below.

Day Tour to Islamic and Coptic Cairo and Cave Church with lunch

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