Step into the heart of Cairo’s Islamic legacy With Etrotours tour guideon this captivating half-day journey. Explore iconic landmarks, ancient mosques, and bustling bazaars while immersing yourself in the rich Islamic heritage of the city. Visit historic Salah El-Din Castle, admire the stunning architecture of Al Rifai Mosque, discover the ancient significance of Al-Azhar Mosque, marvel at the Mamluk architecture of Sultan Hassan Mosque, and explore the vibrant Khan Al-Khalili bazaar. With a knowledgeable guide, hotel pickup and drop-off, and entry fees included, this tour offers an enriching cultural experience. <ul><li>Explore Salah El-Din Castle, a historic fortress</li><li>Admire the stunning architecture of Al Rifai Mosque</li><li>Discover the ancient significance of Al-Azhar Mosque</li><li>Marvel at the Mamluk architecture of Sultan Hassan Mosque</li><li>Explore the bustling Khan Al-Khalili bazaar</li></ul>

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Private Half Day Tours visit Islamic Cairo & ancient mosques

Cairo, romanized: al-Qāhirah, Egyptian Arabic is the capital and largest city of Egypt and the Cairo Governorate, being home to more than 10 million people.It is also part of the largest urban agglomeration in Africa, the Arab world, and the Middle East. The Greater Cairo metropolitan area is one of the largest in the world by population with over 22.1 million people. The area that would become Cairo was part of ancient Egypt, as the Giza pyramid complex and the ancient cities of Memphis and Heliopolis are near-by. Located near the Nile Delta, the predecessor settlement was Fustat following the Muslim conquest of Egypt in 641 next to an existing ancient Roman fortress, Babylon. Subsequently, Cairo was founded by the Fatimid dynasty in 969. It later superseded Fustat as the main urban centre during the Ayyubid and Mamluk periods (12th–16th centuries). Cairo has since become a longstanding centre of political and cultural life, and is titled "the city of a thousand minarets" for its preponderance of Islamic architecture. Cairo's historic center was awarded World Heritage Site status in 1979.[9] Cairo is considered a World City with a "Beta +" classification according to GaWC.[10] Cairo has the oldest and largest film and music industry in the Arab world, as well as Egypt's oldest institution of higher learning, Al-Azhar University. Many international media, businesses, and organizations have regional headquarters in the city; the Arab League has had its headquarters in Cairo for most of its existence. <h3>🌟 Top Attractions in Cairo:</h3> <h4>🏛 Giza Pyramids &amp; The Great Sphinx</h4> Located on the outskirts of Cairo, the Giza Plateau is home to the last remaining Wonder of the Ancient World — the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure — along with the iconic Sphinx. <h4>🏺 The Egyptian Museum</h4> In Tahrir Square, this world-famous museum houses over 120,000 artifacts, including King Tutankhamun’s golden treasures, royal mummies, and countless ancient relics. <h4>🧬 National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC)</h4> This modern museum features Egypt’s full historical timeline and the impressive Royal Mummies Hall—a must-see for history lovers. <h4>🕌 Citadel of Saladin &amp; Mohamed Ali Mosque</h4> Perched above the city, the medieval Cairo Citadel offers panoramic views and insight into Islamic architecture and military history. <h4>🛍 Khan El Khalili Bazaar</h4> One of the oldest markets in the Middle East, Khan El Khalili is perfect for souvenirs, spices, jewelry, and local street food. <h4>🕌 Historic Islamic Cairo</h4> Explore narrow alleyways filled with centuries-old mosques, madrasas, and caravanserais. Highlights include Al-Azhar Mosque, Sultan Hassan Mosque, and Al-Muizz Street.Coptic Cairo: Visit the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and Coptic MuseumCairo Tower: For a panoramic view of the city skylineBook Now your Tour to Egypt With Etro toursVisit our website and book your unique experience OrContact us here ! Email : info@etrotours.com. Web : <a href="http://www.etrotours.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRWVKeldXTTg0TFNUd2U4WgEeOcC16jEjtu20ibUpASjDKfp1Uc3otOUVyw06e6D-60CuN6KBXgIqEAJjkaM_aem_1xTeUmMscmD1jm7dgUhHSA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 100, 209);">www.etrotours.com.</a> Whatsapp : +2<a href="https://api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=201553383000&amp;text=%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%B7%3A%0Ahttps%3A%2F%2Ffb.me%2F4NGmIiIzC%0A%0A%D8%B1%D8%A3%D9%8A%D8%AA%20%D9%87%D8%B0%D8%A7%20%D8%B9%D9%84%D9%89%20%D9%81%D9%8A%D8%B3%D8%A8%D9%88%D9%83...&amp;context=AfdM3GTlSUZIugECo4Xo9cbsoxGZyaA-1qxA8Xs-hxZ1S4cQ1PcUalbWjBHkie5Fuo1tXkLEe12h3jz7yHrYcPpePiVJ3W6LGk5sE8IxTnqG2WKosQDXIXACocZ3GSJYG1w56e5C8ELXG0ypxo7c8KHoOA&amp;source&amp;app=facebook&amp;fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRWVKeldXTTg0TFNUd2U4WgEeBG74-Y2yWfdHvy6mEa4ekAS5cLMwi4HG1vIEO73cfJ7fDYqAviMl_roXudk_aem_6hAd6bqlSz0UftBdtnv7bg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 100, 209);">015 53383000</a>

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Your guide will pick you up from your Cairo hotel.

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Starts At 10:00 am Pickup from your hotel by our expert tour guide and transfer to the Citadel of Salah El Din in Cairo Where you visit Mohamed Ali Mosque that has been considered one of the most beautful mosque in Cairo it also know as the Alabaster Mosque because its outer walls has been Covered by Alabaster Stone

Saladin Citadel and Mohamed Ali Mosque

Salah El-Din Castle

Then Followed by another big famous Mosque Which is Al-Rifa’i Mosque The building is located opposite the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan, which dates from around 1361, and was architecturally conceived as a complement to the older structure. This was part of a vast campaign by the 19th century rulers of Egypt to both associate themselves with the perceived glory of earlier periods in Egypt‘s Islamic history and modernize the city.

Al Rifai Mosque

Then drive to Al-Azhar Mosque in Cairo it`s also known as the mosque of the most resplendent is a mosque in Islamic Cairo in Egypt.Al-Mu'izz li-Din Allah of the Fatimid Caliphate commissioned its construction for the newly established capital city in 970. Its name is usually thought to allude to the Islamic prophet Muhammad's daughter Fatimah, a revered figure in Islam who was given the title az-Zahrā .the shining or resplendent one.It was the first mosque established in Cairo,a city that has since gained the nickname "the City of a Thousand Minarets

Al-Azhar Mosque

visit to El Hussein Mosque in Cairo .Hallowed mosque believed to be the burial site of the head of the prophet Muhammad's grandson.The Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hasan is a monumental mosque and madrasa located in Salah al-Din Square in the historic district of Cairo, Egypt. It was built between 1356 and 1363 during the Bahri Mamluk period,

Mosque & Madrasa of Sultan Hassan

Then Visit the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. The numerous shops in this district are known for trading fine brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, antiques and much more .
Tour Finishes with drop off at Customer Hotel in Cair

Private Half Day Tours visit Islamic Cairo & ancient mosques

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Day 1: Hotel Pickup

Day 2: Salah El-Din Castle

Day 3: Al Rifai Mosque

Day 4: Al-Azhar Mosque

Day 5: Mosque & Madrasa of Sultan Hassan

Day 6: Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar

Day 7: Hotel Drop-off

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