Islamic Cairo – in Depth Tour

Highlights

• Appreciate works of Islamic architecture
• Ahmad-Ibn Tulun Mosque is one of the largest mosques built in Islamic Egypt 
• The Islamic Cairo in Depth is a walking tour that takes 4 hours.

Itinerary

In the morning, you will be picked up in an air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel in Cairo. Accompanied by a guide, you will be taken to the Islamic monuments of the city. Ahmed Ibn Tulun Mosque: It is the third mosque built in Islamic Egypt. It was completed in 878 AD by Al-Amir Ahmed Ibn Tulun, founder of the Tulunid Dynasty. The mosque is known for its varied gypsum ornamentations and engravings. It has a unique minaret with a staircase from the outside. Al Azhar Mosque: It is the first mosque of Fatimid Cairo, built by Jawhar Al-Sekelli, commander of the armies of Al-Mo’ez le Din Allah. The mosque has three minarets, one of which is a twin minaret from the age of Sultan Al Gohari.
Sultan Hassan School and Mosque: It is considered to be one of the masterpieces of Islamic art and architecture. It was set up by Sultan Hassan Ibn Mohammed Ibn Qalawoun in the 14th century as a mosque and school for the four Islamic doctrines. It covers an area of 7,906 meters square, with a 38-meter high entrance – the most splendid entrance of Islamic monuments in Egypt.
Gayer-Anderson Museum: The museum was founded in 1937 in two ancient residences, the Beit el-Kiritliya from 1632 and the Beit Amna Bent Salim from 1540. In the museum, you will come across the private collection of Major Gayer-Anderson besides furniture, glassware, crystal, carpets, silks, and embroidered Arab costumes. Several rooms on the third floor have been reconstructed to house the collections. After exploring the Islamic monuments, you will be dropped back at your hotel in Cairo.

Inclusions 

• Hotel pick up and drop off in an air-conditioned vehicle 
• English, French, Italian & German-speaking guide 
• Entrance fees to the mentioned sites

Exclusions

• Food and Refreshments
• Items of a personal nature
• Tips/gratuities for your guide/Driver

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Cancellation Policy:

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.