Full-Day Tour: Islamic Cairo, Citadel of Salah el-Din and Khan el-Khalili

Highlights:

• The Citadel: Discover the Citadel of Salah el-Din, a historic fortress offering panoramic views of Cairo.

• Alabaster Mosque: Visit the magnificent Alabaster Mosque (Mosque of Muhammad Ali), clad in alabaster and built using limestone from the Giza Pyramids.

• Mamluk Architecture: Explore the Mosque and Madrassa of Sultan Hassan, considered one of the largest and finest examples of Mamluk architecture.

• Khan el-Khalili Bazaar: Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and practice your bargaining skills in the famous historic bazaar.

• Private Flexibility: A private tour allowing you to determine the amount of time spent at each site.

Itinerary:

My Egypt Travel presents this opportunity to look beyond the pyramids and pharaohs and discover the Islamic treasures of Cairo, including the Citadel of Salah el-Din, Sultan Hassan, and Khan el-Khalili Bazaars.

The tour begins at the Citadel of Salah el-Din, which sits atop a limestone hill overlooking Cairo. Within the Citadel, you will visit the Alabaster Mosque (Mosque of Muhammad Ali), the most important mosque in the city. The lower part of the Mosque is clad inside and out with Alabaster, while the top part is constructed from limestone removed from the Giza Pyramids. Inside the mosque, your guide will introduce you to the basic beliefs of Islam, including a translation of the most common prayers.

Next, you will continue to the Mosque and Madrassa (school) of Sultan Hassan. Built between 1356 and 1363, it is believed to be one of the finest examples of Mamluk architecture in Cairo, measuring some 492 feet (150 meters) long and 118 feet (36 meters) high.

Continuing to Khan el Khalili Bazaar, your My Egypt Travel qualified tour guide will give you an introduction to the famous markets, which allegedly inspired Christopher Columbus. You will enjoy free time to stroll through the maze of streets and try your luck bargaining with the shop owners for souvenirs.

This is a private tour allowing you to determine the amount of time spent at each site during the tour. In addition, you will have the chance to visit a Papyrus Institute to see how this famous artwork is made and have the chance to purchase genuine items if you wish. If you do not want to include this visit, just inform your guide on the day.

Included:

• Meet & greet at airports and all assistance during stay
• All transfers by A/C vehicle
• All entrance fees per itinerary
• Egyptologist tour guide
• lunch during tours
• All taxes and service charges

Excluded:

• Entry visa to Egypt
• Optional tours or activities
• Personal expenses
• Drinks
• Tipping