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🏛️ Cultural & Historic· 📍 Cairo, Egypt

Old Cairo Private Full-Day Tour: Citadel, Bazaar & Coptic Cairo

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Old Cairo Private Full-Day Tour: Citadel, Bazaar & Coptic Cairo
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Duration
5-7h
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Cancellation
Free 24h before

Overview

Three Eras in One Day: Experience the best of Islamic and Coptic Cairo, from a medieval fortress to ancient Christian landmarks and a bustling bazaar. Expert Local Guide: Explore with a knowledgeable, private guide who will bring centuries of history to life. The Citadel of Saladin: Discover this magnificent 12th-century fortress and its centerpiece, the Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali. Coptic Cairo: Wander through the city's oldest section, home to sacred Christian and Jewish sites. Khan el-Khalili Bazaar: Immerse yourself in a sensory adventure in one of the Middle East's most famous markets. This private full-day tour offers a fascinating and immersive journey through the historic heart of Cairo. It is an ideal way to explore the Citadel of Saladin, the maze-like streets of the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, and the spiritual tranquility of Coptic Cairo, all in one unforgettable day.

How this compares

Cairo · 5457 Cultural & Historic · typical ~4,071 EGP · 5,445 EGPpremium pick

Highlights

  • Wheelchair accessible

What's included

  • Round-trip private transfers from your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
  • All transportation in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Private, licensed guide for the entire tour.
  • Entrance fees to the Citadel of Saladin and all sites in Coptic Cairo.
  • A delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
  • Bottled water during the tour.
  • All taxes and service charges.

    Itinerary

    1. 1
      Citadel of Saladin
    2. 2
      Mosque of Muhammad Ali
    3. 3
      Coptic Cairo
    4. 4
      The Hanging Church
    5. 5
      Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus
    6. 6
      Synagogue Ben Ezra
    7. 7
      Cairo
    8. 8
      Bazar Khan El-Khalili

    Frequently asked questions

    How long is this experience?
    5-7h
    Can I cancel my booking?
    Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
    What's included?
    Round-trip private transfers from your hotel in Cairo or Giza. · All transportation in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle. · Private, licensed guide for the entire tour. · Entrance fees to the Citadel of Saladin and all sites in Coptic Cairo. · A delicious lunch at a local restaurant. · Bottled water during the tour. · All taxes and service charges.
    5,445 EGP/ per person
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