Best of Islamic Cairo & Historic Mosques Half-Day Tour

6 Hours Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided by Book With Local

Why we love it?

This private six-hour tour in Cairo offers an in-depth exploration of the city’s historic mosques, including visits to the Mosque of Amr ibn al-As, known as the first mosque built in Egypt and Africa, and the Al-Azhar Mosque, a cornerstone of Islamic Cairo established in 970. You will also see the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan, notable for its monumental size and Mamluk architecture, and the Mohamed Ali Mosque, often called the Alabaster Mosque for its distinctive stone facade. The tour includes a stop at the Citadel of Cairo, a medieval fortress complex that houses several mosques and offers panoramic views of the city. All transfers are by private air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off, and entry fees to all sites are included, making this experience suitable for travelers interested in Islamic architecture and Cairo’s rich history.

Inclusions

  • All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entry Fees
  • Guide on site
  • Lunch at local restaurants(Local Egyptian Food) ( If Option Selected )
  • Bottle of water

Exclusions

  • Tipping
  • Personal Items

Itinerary

Stop 1

Pickup from your hotel From Cairo or Giza by tour guide to start your tour

After the end of the tour, you will be transfer to your hotel again

Stop 2

Al-Azhar Mosque romanized: al-Jāmiʿ al-ʾAzhar, lit. 'The Resplendent Congregational Mosque'), known simply in Egypt as al-Azhar, is an Egyptian mosque in Islamic Cairo. Al-Mu'izz li-Din Allah of the Fatimid dynasty commissioned its construction for the newly established capital city in 970. Its name is usually thought to derive from az-Zahrāʾ (meaning "the shining one"), a title given to Fatimah. It was the first mosque established in Cairo

Stop 3

The Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan is a monumental mosque and madrassa located in the historic district of Cairo, Egypt. It was built between 1356 and 1363 during the Bahri Mamluk period, commissioned by Sultan an-Nasir Hasan. The mosque was considered remarkable for its massive size and innovative architectural components, and is still considered one of the most impressive historic monuments in Cairo today

Stop 4

The Citadel of Cairo or Citadel of Saladin is a medieval Islamic-era fortification in Cairo, Egypt, built by Salah ad-Din (Saladin) and further developed by subsequent Egyptian rulers. It was the seat of government in Egypt and the residence of its rulers for nearly 700 years from the 13th to the 19th centuries. Its location on a promontory of the Mokattam hills near the center of Cairo commands a strategic position overlooking the city and dominating its skyline. At the time of its construction, it was among the most impressive and ambitious military fortification projects of its time.[1] It is now a preserved historic site, including mosques and museums.

Stop 5

The Mosque of Amr ibn al-As (Arabic: جامع عمرو بن العاص‎), also called the Mosque of Amr, was originally built in 641–642 AD, as the center of the newly founded capital of Egypt, Fustat. The original structure was the first mosque ever built in Egypt and the whole of Africa.[1] Through the twentieth century, it was the fourth largest mosque in the Islamic world.[2]

The location for the mosque was the site of the tent of the commander of the Muslim army, general Amr ibn al-As. One corner of the mosque contains the tomb of his son, 'Abd Allah ibn 'Amr ibn al-'As. Due to extensive reconstruction over the centuries nothing of the original building remains, but the rebuilt Mosque is a prominent landmark and can be seen in what today is known as Old Cairo. It is an active mosque with a devout congregation, and when prayers are not taking place, it is also open to visitors and tourists.

Stop 6

Mohamed Ali Mosque that has been considered one of the most beautful mosque in Cairo it also know as the Alabaster Mosque because its outer walls has been Covered by Alabaster Stone

Stop 7

Then Followed by another big famous Mosque Which is Al-Rifa’i Mosque The building is located opposite the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan, which dates from around 1361, and was architecturally conceived as a complement to the older structure. This was part of a vast campaign by the 19th century rulers of Egypt to both associate themselves with the perceived glory of earlier periods in Egypt‘s Islamic history and modernize the city.

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • You will find our tour guide/representative in the Lobby area holding a sign that shows our Company name

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats available

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

From $50 Per 1 adult