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Visit Coptic and Islamic Cairo

Adult 60.00$
Child 0.00$

Discover the spiritual heart of Egypt on this immersive full-day tour through Islamic and Coptic Cairo. From majestic mosques and ancient churches to vibrant traditional bazaars, this experience reveals Cairo’s rich religious heritage and timeless charm.


Highlights

  • The Citadel of Saladin
  • Mohammed Ali Mosque (Alabaster Mosque)
  • Al-Azhar & Islamic Cairo
  • Old Coptic Cairo
  • Hanging Church
  • Church of St. Sergius (Abu Serga)
  • St. Barbara’s Church
  • Khan El-Khalili Bazaar


Tour Program

Your licensed Egyptologist guide will pick you up from your hotel to begin your journey through Cairo’s most iconic religious sites.

Islamic Cairo

Start with the impressive Citadel of Saladin, a 12th-century fortress that served as Egypt’s seat of power for seven centuries. Explore the stunning Mohammed Ali Mosque, also known as the alabaster mosque, famous for its grand Ottoman architecture and panoramic views over Cairo.

Coptic Cairo

Continue to Old Coptic Cairo, one of the most sacred Christian areas in Egypt. Visit:

  • The Hanging Church (El Muallaqa) — dedicated to the Virgin Mary and dating back to the 3rd century.
  • The Greek Church of St. George — an impressive structure built on the Roman fortress walls.
  • The Church of St. Sergius (Abu Serga) — standing above the crypt where the Holy Family is believed to have taken refuge.
  • St. Barbara’s Church — dating from the 4th–5th century and home to relics of early Christian saints.

Khan El-Khalili Bazaar

End your day exploring Cairo’s famous Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, a vibrant maze of traditional shops offering handmade crafts, spices, jewelry, perfumes, and souvenirs.

After enjoying free time for shopping, you will be transferred back to your hotel.


Timing & Duration

  • Pick-up: Around 08:00 AM
  • Drop-off: Around 16:00 PM
  • Duration: 8 hours
  • Operates daily


What to Bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Camera
  • Warm clothes in winter / light clothes in summer


Prices

Visit Coptic & Islamic Cairo

  • From 2 people: $60 per person
  • From 4 people: $55 per person


Include

Pickup & drop-off from your Cairo hotel.

All entrance fees to included sites.

Full-day private tour (Citadel, Coptic Cairo & Khan El-Khalili).

Licensed Egyptologist guide.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

All taxes and service charges.

Exclude

Personal expenses.

Optional activities.

Anything not mentioned in the itinerary.

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