Islamic & Coptic Cairo — Half Day
From $45 / person
Explore 1,400 years of history on a guided half-day tour of Cairo’s oldest neighborhoods. Visit iconic landmarks including the Hanging Church, the Citadel of Saladin, and the Alabaster Mosque. This comprehensive journey through Coptic and Islamic Cairo includes private transport and entrance fees, finishing with an immersive experience at the world-famous Khan el-Khalili bazaar.
Cairo’s historic Islamic and Coptic districts offer 1,400 years of history through landmarks like the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church. The itinerary features the Citadel of Saladin and its Alabaster Mosque, concluding with a visit to the Khan el-Khalili bazaar.
A licensed guide and private air-conditioned vehicle facilitate the half-day excursion, which includes hotel transfers, entrance fees, and bottled water. The tour operates on a six-hour schedule, providing an overview of the city’s significant religious sites and traditional markets.
Cairo’s oldest neighbourhoods reveal 1,400 years of history in a single walk. From the medieval lanes of Islamic Cairo to the incense-filled halls of Coptic churches, this tour captures the soul of the city that never sleeps.
What’s Included
- Licensed guide
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Entrance fees
- Bottled water
Highlights
- Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqah) — oldest church in Cairo
- Ben Ezra Synagogue
- Saints Sergius & Bacchus Church
- Citadel of Saladin & Alabaster Mosque
- Khan el-Khalili bazaar (shopping & tea)
Itinerary
- 09:00 — Pickup
- 09:45–11:30 — Coptic Cairo (churches, synagogue)
- 11:45–13:00 — Citadel & Alabaster Mosque
- 13:15–14:00 — Khan el-Khalili bazaar
- 15:00 — Return
Children's Policy
- ✦ Under 5 years — Free of charge (no museum entry or tour seat included).
- ✦ Ages 5–11 — 50% of adult price. Child museum entry fee applies.
- ✦ Ages 12 and above — Full adult price.
- · Please mention children's ages when booking so we can arrange the right vehicle size and pricing.
Cancellation Policy
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Free cancellation — up to 48 hours before the tour
Cancel at least 2 days before departure and pay nothing. -
Late cancellation — within 48 hours
50% of the tour price will be charged as a cancellation fee. -
No-show
Full tour price will be charged. No refund for no-shows without prior notice.
To cancel or modify your booking, please message us on WhatsApp as early as possible. We will confirm all changes in writing.
Experience Details
Price includes: museum entry, Pyramids ticket, private car, licensed guide & lunch.
Nile Felucca ride is optional — ask for price when booking.
- Duration 5–6 Hours
- Tour Type Private Tour
- Departure 08:00 AM Other times available on request
- Pickup Pickup from Rosetta Pyramids Inn
- Guide Language Matches your booking language
- Group Size 2–12 people
- Difficulty Easy
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