Hanging Church & Islamic Cairo. The Citadel & Alabaster Mosque, Khan el Khalili bazaar, Sultan Hassan Mosque
Why we love it?
The Hanging Church & Islamic Cairo tour offers a comprehensive exploration of Cairo's rich historical and cultural tapestry over six hours. Participants will visit significant sites such as the Citadel, the Alabaster Mosque, and the Sultan Hassan Mosque, along with a vibrant experience at the Khan el Khalili bazaar. This tour is well-suited for history enthusiasts and travelers interested in Islamic architecture, as it provides insights from an Egyptologist guide. Distinctively, the tour combines ancient and medieval Islamic sites, allowing visitors to appreciate the diverse influences that have shaped Cairo's identity.
Inclusions
- Entry or admission fees
- Egyptologist Guide
- Pick up & drop off in an air condition modern vehicle
- Lunch
Exclusions
- Tip or gratuity
- Beverages at lunch
- Any extras not mention in the itinerary
Itinerary
A Day Exploring Cairo's Rich History
Itinerary
Coptic Islamic Cairo
The Hanging Church, Church of St. Barbara, Churches of St. Bacchus & St. Sergius, Sultan Hassan mosque
Your tour starts in Coptic Cairo. Once known as the Roman stronghold of Babylon, Cairo’s oldest section is the ancient heart of the Coptic Christian community featuring five original churches, the oldest Islamic School mosque.
Khan EL Khalil Bazaar : Visit the oldest & the finest Bazaar in Africa, Enjoy Shopping and oriental Cafe’
1 -Cairo Citadel, Alabaster Mosque
Your tour continues on to visit the this massive stone fortress, built into the original city-walls of Cairo by the famous Sultan Saladin in the 12th century, and crowned with the Mosque of Mohammed Ali 700 years later. Enjoy the spectacular view over all of Cairo, you can even spot the silhouettes of the Giza pyramids on the horizon.
2 -Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
Your next stop is at the nearby Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan. Massive yet elegant, this grand structure is regarded as one of the finest pieces of Islamic architecture in the world. It was built between 1356 and 1363 by Sultan Hassan and we consider it a must see sight while visiting Cairo.
3 -Lunch & Khan el Khalili Bazaar
For your last visit of the tour your guide will take you to one of the oldest bazaars in the middle east: Khan el Khalili. After enjoying lunch at a local lunch you can stroll
along countless alleys and drop into quaint shops that have sold souvenirs and antiques since the 13th century. Enjoy a wonderful walking tour of Islamic Cairo and Al Moez Street which is the main street of the old Islamic city and stretches for almost 1 kilometer, and branches into long quiet streets and alleys.
