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Private Day Tour Visiting Coptic and Islamic Cairo

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Private Day Tour Visiting Coptic and Islamic Cairo

Overview

you will visit Coptic old cairo which is one of the places visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is most felt still. you will also visit the Hanging Church which is one of the most historic places.you will also visit Ben azra synagogue where baby Moses was found. you will have local traditional lunch also you will enjoy visiting Fort of Babylon which is a destination of Pilgrimage not only for egyptians but for all Christians all over the world.you will also visit Omar Ibn El Aas mosque.it was built in 624 A.D by the islamic leader Amr Ibn El Aas at el Fustat area. also you will visit Mosque of Sultan Hassan also you will enjoy visiting Al Rifai Mosque which is One of the oldest and most architectural mosques opposite to the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan built in 1361l . you will also visit The Cave Church then you will be dropped off your hotel with your guide.

How this compares

Cairo · 5282 Cultural & Historic · typical ~4,081 EGP · 4,369 EGPabout average

Highlights

  • Wheelchair accessible

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled Water
  • Entry Fees (optional)
  • Egyptologist Guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local lunch (optional)
  • Gratuities
  • Cairo Citadel Fees
  • If french , spanish , german & italian guide , there will be extra 10 USD per person

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What's included?
Private transportation · Bottled Water · Entry Fees (optional) · Egyptologist Guide · Air-conditioned vehicle · Local lunch (optional)

Reviews

4.8
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Ania R
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Feb 2026

Sara was friendly, patient, and very well organized, making the tour feel relaxed while still incredibly informative. She was always happy to answer questions and made sure everyone felt comfortable throughout the day. This tour gave us a much deeper understanding of Cairo’s rich religious and cultural heritage. I highly recommend touring with Sara — she truly made the experience memorable.

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natashahW2704GK
★★★★★
Dec 2025

I want to share my trip experience from A to Z. Our operator, Bella, was in touch with us before the trip and offered us the option to customize it ourselves. She also gave us the freedom to arrange the places we wanted to visit. Moreover, I would like to thank our guide, Rasha, for explaining each place so clearly. Special thanks to Ayman, the driver, who took great care of my mom’s wheelchair. He volunteered to be in charge of helping her, which was sweet of him. Thanks a lot!!!

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F5816PQphillipm
★★★★★
Aug 2025

The day went perfect and our guide explained everything. He has great knowledge shoutout to the best guide George and the agency.

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joshuapA9560ZU
★★★★★
Aug 2025

Thanks to the incredible team that organised it. We would like to express our gratitude to George, the operator, for his excellent pre-tour communications. Bravo also to our amazing guide, Rasha. She went above and beyond to help, anticipate our needs, and even wait for us at the hotel with a warm smile, in addition to her perceptive explanations of Cairo's rich history. Her professionalism and friendliness really made the experience better.

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dylanwP725EP
★★★★★
Aug 2025

This trip is lowkey amazing. We have made many activities there ,also we were surprised when we saw the hanging church.Thank you Mister Ayman for your guidence.

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alfredaV2784CD
★★★★★
Aug 2025

The tour through Coptic and Islamic Cairo exceeded expectations. Youssef’s expertise truly elevated the experience—he shared insights with genuine enthusiasm, making the city’s history and culture come alive. Philopater ensured seamless travel, navigating Cairo’s busy streets with skill and professionalism. The day offered an excellent balance of historical depth, cultural immersion, and comfortable logistics. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a well-organized and enriching tour.

4,369 EGP/ per person
4.8
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