Old Cairo and Citadel - Private Tour
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Overview
This experience takes you to two of Cairo’s most historic areas. You will visit the Salah El Din Citadel, constructed in 1183 AD, and see the Mohamed Ali Mosque, which was built inside the castle in the 19th century. Along the way, you’ll move through the citadel complex and learn about the key landmarks it contains. You will also tour Old Cairo, the site of a city that pre-dated modern Cairo. Here you will explore streets and sites that include many historic churches and the remains of a Roman fort, gaining a sense of the area’s long and layered history as you move between these ancient places.
Cairo · 5301 Cultural & Historic · typical ~4,041 EGP · 6,976 EGP — premium pick
Highlights
- ✦Wheelchair accessible
What's included
- ✓Private tour guide
- ✓Round-trip private transfer in air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓All taxes and fees
- ✓Bottled water
- ✕Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- ✕Tipping
Frequently asked questions
- How long is this experience?
- 4 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 guide · Round-trip private transfer in air-conditioned vehicle · All taxes and fees · Bottled water
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The same experience, compared across platforms.
- ViatorCheapest4,345 EGP
- Booking.com(this listing)6,976 EGP


























