Cairo 8 Hour Private Tour of Citadel, Islamic & Old Cairo
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Overview
You will explore some of Cairo's most historic sites, beginning at the Salah El Din Citadel, constructed in 1183 AD. Inside the citadel you will see the Mohamed Ali Mosque, built there in the 19th century, and learn about these landmark structures as you move through the site. The experience continues in Old Cairo, the area that contains a city predating modern Cairo. Along the way you will encounter many historic churches, including the Hanging Church, as well as mosques and the Oldest Bazaar. This visit will give you a sense of the layers of history that shape Cairo today.
Cairo · 5301 Cultural & Historic · typical ~4,041 EGP · 3,914 EGP — about average
Highlights
- ✦Private tour
- ✦Hotel pickup
What's included
- ✓Private tour
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓All taxes and fees
- ✓Entrance fees to the Coptic Area
- ✓Entrance fees to the Mohamed Ali Mosque
- ✓Entrance fees to the Hanging Church
- ✓Entrance fees to Citadel
- ✓Private transfer
- ✓Qualified Egyptologist guide
- ✕Gratuities
Frequently asked questions
- How long is this experience?
- 8 hours
- Can I cancel my booking?
- Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
- What's included?
- Private tour · Bottled water · All taxes and fees · Entrance fees to the Coptic Area · Entrance fees to the Mohamed Ali Mosque · Entrance fees to the Hanging Church · Entrance fees to Citadel · Private transfer · Qualified Egyptologist guide
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- TripadvisorCheapest2,273 EGP
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- Booking.com(this listing)3,914 EGP


























