Day Tour to Visit Coptic and Islamic Cairo

​​Cairo: Where History Lives and the Nile Flows            

Overview                          

Cairo—affectionately known as The City of a Thousand Minarets—is the heart and soul of Egypt. Nestled along the mighty Nile River, it’s a city where the past and present sit side by side, sometimes in harmony, sometimes in delightful chaos.

From the moment you arrive, Cairo welcomes you with its warm desert breeze, the melodic calls to prayer echoing across the skyline, and the buzz of a city that never seems to sleep. It's home to over 20 million people, each contributing to the colorful mosaic of Cairo's daily rhythm.

Of course, the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx are just outside the city—a breathtaking reminder of Cairo’s role as a cradle of civilization. But beyond the ancient monuments, you'll find a modern metropolis filled with cozy cafés, spirited street vendors, lush gardens, and lively markets like Khan El Khalili, where you can haggle for spices, jewelry, and handmade treasures

Itinerary  

Morning: Coptic Cairo (8:30 AM – 11:30 AM)

Explore some of the oldest churches in Egypt, located in the heart of historic Christian Cairo.

1-The Hanging Church (Saint Virgin Mary’s Church) – A beautiful church built above the gatehouse of a Roman fortress

Ben Ezra Synagogue – An ancient Jewish site where baby Moses was believed to be found.

 2-Lunch Break (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM    

Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant in Old Cairo, with traditional Egyptian dishes like stuffed vine leaves, falafel, and grilled meats.

Afternoon:       

Islamic Cairo (1:30 PM – 5:00 PM)

Discover Cairo’s stunning mosques, citadels, and bazaars in the Islamic quarter.

3- Salah El-Din Citadel – A fortress with breathtaking views of Cairo.

Visit the Mosque of Muhammad Ali (Alabaster Mosque) with its Ottoman-style domes.

Optional: Explore the National Military Museum inside the Citadel.

4- Sultan Hassan Mosque & Al-Rifa’i Mosque – These twin mosques feature grand Islamic architecture and house the tombs of Egyptian royals.

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 Tour Tips:

✔️ Wear modest clothing (especially in mosques) – long pants, covered shoulders.

✔️ Comfortable shoes are a must – there’s a lot of walking.

Inclusions                   

• fluent experienced tour guide
• air conditioned car
• mineral water on tour
• lunch
• entrance fees

• tipping
• extra expenses

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