+15Citadel, Old Cairo & Khan El Khalili Tour – Cairo
Description
Explore the Islamic, Coptic and medieval history of Egypt's capital on this private full-day tour of the Citadel, Old Cairo and Khan El Khalili. It is a great tour for your second day in Cairo, after the pyramids.
We pick you up from your hotel or any address in Cairo or Giza in a private air-conditioned vehicle, with a licensed Egyptologist guide. The tour starts at 09:00 and takes about 8 hours.
Start at the Citadel of Saladin, the medieval fortress that has watched over Cairo since the 12th century. Visit the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, with its Ottoman domes and minarets, and enjoy the panoramic views over the city.
Continue to Old Cairo (Coptic Cairo) to see the Hanging Church, the Church of Abu Serga, where tradition says the Holy Family sheltered, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Finish at Khan El Khalili, the historic bazaar of Cairo, with its narrow lanes of crafts, jewelry, spices and souvenirs, and traditional cafes.
Choose your option: Essential includes hotel transfers, the private vehicle and the guide. All-Inclusive also includes all the entrance tickets and lunch at a local restaurant.
Good to know: modest clothing is recommended for mosques and churches. Your exact pickup time is confirmed on WhatsApp or Telegram after booking.
Highlights
- Citadel of Saladin
- Mosque of Muhammad Ali
- Panoramic views over Cairo
- Coptic Cairo and the Hanging Church
- Khan El Khalili bazaar
- Licensed Egyptologist guide
Included
- Pickup and drop-off from your hotel or any address in Cairo and Giza
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed Egyptologist guide
- Bottled water
- Taxes and service charges
- Lunch and all entrance tickets (All-Inclusive option)
Not included
- Entrance tickets and lunch (Essential option)
- Drinks with lunch
- Shopping at the bazaar
- Tips
- Personal expenses
Know before you go
- This is a private tour, only for your group.
- Minimum 2 participants per booking.
- We can pick you up from your hotel or any address in Cairo and Giza.
- Modest clothing is recommended for mosques and churches (shoulders and knees covered).
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
- Bring your passport or a valid photo ID.
- The order of the visits may change because of traffic, but all the sites in the program are included.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 12 hours before the tour
Select your package
Frequently asked questions
The Citadel of Saladin and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, Coptic Cairo with the Hanging Church, Abu Serga and Ben Ezra Synagogue, and Khan El Khalili bazaar.
About 8 hours, starting at 09:00.
Essential includes hotel transfers, a private air-conditioned vehicle and a licensed Egyptologist guide. All-Inclusive also includes lunch and all the entrance tickets for the sites in the program.
Yes. The car and the guide are only for your group, with a minimum of 2 participants per booking.
Your exact pickup time depends on your pickup location in Cairo or Giza and is confirmed on WhatsApp or Telegram after booking.
Modest clothing for the mosque and churches, with shoulders and knees covered, and comfortable walking shoes. A hat, sunglasses and sunscreen are also useful.
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