The Islamic Cairo
In this tour you'll visit unique collection of monumental mosques,they are iconic monuments in the Islamic world,not just in Egypt.You'll enjoy a nice walk around Khan El-Khalili Bazaar and El-Muizz Street. You'll know a lot of interesting information about Islam and the Islamic culture.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
- I will pick you up at your hotel.
Sultan Hassan & Refaie Mosques.
Sultan Hassan Mosque is a unique mosque in terms of the design,architecture,and even the historic era is expectional in our history. If the Pharonic Egypt is proud of the pyramids,the Islamic Egypt is so proud of Sultan Hassan Mosque,that's why when the former American president Obama came to Egypt, he visited Giza Pyramids and Sultan Hassan Mosque. After we are done at Sultan Hassan Mosque, we will visit Refaie Mosque,which is adjacent to it,but it goes back to another historic era and a masterpiece of art and architecture. This Mosque has become a royal tomb for a very prominent royal family in our modern history,so you'll enjoy seeing some amazing royal mausoleums.
Tulun Mosque
It is the largest monumental mosque ever built in Egypt. It goes back to the 9th century AD. It features the oldest minaret in Egypt. I will let you Climb it to enjoy a wonderful panoramic view of the old Cairo.
Khan El-Khalili and El-Muizz Street
You will enjoy an amazing walking tour around Khan El-Khalili Bazaar and El-Muizz Street, which the most popular areas in the Islamic Cairo and houses a unique collection of monumental mosques from the Middle Ages. You will visit Qalawun complex,which is a charity religious complex houses a mosque,school,and the second best mausoleum in the world. You will enjoy visiting Sultan Barquoq Mosque, Nasser Mohamed Mosque,and Enal Bath, El Hakim Mosque. In the end you will see the amazing enclosure wall of Cairo,which dates back to the 10th century AD.
Ending Point
Back to your hotel around 1.30 PM
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Transportation for two ways with air-conditioned van. It can be a sedan,van,or a mini bus based on how many people are coming to the tour .
I always use so comfortable,modern cars from Jac,Hyundai,Toyota in very recent models. Gasoline and toll fees are included.
Guiding by a professional Egyptologist tour guide .
Excellent photos at the best sopts in the best poses .
The entry tickets to the sightseeings. The price of the entry ticket to Sultan Hassan and Refaie Mosques both together is 4$ for each one of you. The price for the entry ticket,which allow you to visit all of the mosques on El-Muizz Street is 5$ for each one of you.
Lunch.
Tipping for the tour guide and the driver.
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walking and you have to take off shoes at some of the mosques,so it better to have slip on shoes.
Women should wear long trousers and better to bring a scarf.
Important message from the supplier
* The history and the archaeological sites in Egypt are unique and massive, so you need a special tour guide, who is extremely professional, knowledgeable, charismatic storyteller, and clever photographer to make your tours memorable.
* All of the photos that you see on my profile are taken by me.
* It is much better to confirm your booking in advance.
* You are a guest at my home, so I am committed to make you feel welcome and happy during your stay in Egypt.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Amr A.
Welcome to the land of the Pharaohs. I am not just a professional Egyptologist tour guide, but
I am also a passionate photographer, ensuring you capture every moment of your journey, so you will enjoy having an amazing album of your trip to Egypt.
I was born and still live amidst the ancient wonders and vibrant culture of Cairo. I have studied four years in the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels Management and successfully earned the bachelor's degree majored in Guidance with excellence. I am a licensed tour guide via
the Ministry of Tourism in Egypt. My experience is over 21 years as a freelance tour guide all over Egypt. I have guided groups and individuals from all over the world. I understand that travelers come with different interests, so I always personalize my service and the tour itself to let my guests enjoy the ultimate experience during their stay in Egypt.
I highly appreciate time, effort, and cost that you have spent to visit Egypt, so I always love to suggest ideas and adapt my service to suit your interests.
My tours aren't just informative but also engaging, filled with captivating stories that bring Egypt 's rich history and vibrant culture to life. I believe in offering more than just a tour! I aim to create an unforgettable experience, so I go the extra mile to weave it for you. From exploring the hidden gems at every archaeological site, capturing the best photos of you in the best poses, savoring authentic Egyptian cuisine at excellent local restaurants and farmhouses to even trying the underground as a local Egyptian citizen in a hurry to reach his workplace.
Why you chose Amr?
Not just for the excellent knowledge and the photography skills, but because to me every client is a guest in my home, so I always personalize my service to suit your interests and I am committed to making you feel welcome and happy throughout our tours together and satisfied when tours are done and you are back home browsing the photos that I have taken of you.
$65/ per person
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