The Cost Includes
- Private guide
- Entrance fees to the Citadel and mosques
- Round-trip hotel transfers
- Bottled water during the tour
Step back into the medieval era on this guided walking tour of Islamic Cairo. Visit the majestic Citadel of Saladin, with its striking Muhammad Ali Mosque, admire the beauty of the Al-Azhar Mosque, one of the oldest universities in the world, and wander through the labyrinthine alleys of Khan el-Khalili bazaar, where artisans still craft gold, copper and textiles as they have for centuries.
After pickup, drive to the Citadel of Saladin to visit the Muhammad Ali Mosque and enjoy panoramic views over Cairo. Continue to Al-Azhar Mosque and its surrounding lanes, then walk to Khan el-Khalili for bazaar time before returning to your hotel.
Yes, we recommend comfortable shoes. The walking portions are manageable with stops for coffee and photos along the way.
Absolutely. The tour ends with free time at Khan el-Khalili, where your guide can help you bargain for souvenirs.
Yes, the historical mosques we visit are open to all visitors with modest dress. Shoulder and knee covering is recommended.
