Old Cairo Cultural Tour: Islamic & Coptic Old Sites with Lunch

Cairo · Egypt

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  • 6 Hours
  • Max 15 people
  • English
  • Easy
  • 5
  • Hotel pickup
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Experience

Discover the rich cultural and religious heritage of Old Cairo on this immersive full-day guided tour through the city’s most iconic Islamic and Coptic Christian sites — with a traditional Egyptian lunch included.

Your expert Egyptologist guide will take you on a fascinating journey through centuries of history, beginning in Islamic Cairo where you’ll explore the magnificent Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali, the stunning Sultan Hassan Mosque, and the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar — one of the oldest and most famous markets in the Middle East.

The tour then moves to Coptic Cairo, home to some of the oldest Christian churches in the world. Visit the Hanging Church, built on top of a Roman fortress, and the Church of St. Sergius where the Holy Family is believed to have sheltered during their flight to Egypt. You’ll also explore the Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the oldest synagogues in Egypt.

Throughout the tour, your guide will share fascinating stories about how Islam, Christianity, and Judaism have coexisted in Cairo for centuries, making this city one of the most historically rich in the world.

A delicious traditional Egyptian lunch is included, giving you a true taste of local Cairo cuisine.

This tour is ideal for UK, German, and American tourists who want to experience the cultural depth and religious diversity of one of the world’s greatest cities.

Highlights

Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali — stunning Ottoman architecture Sultan Hassan Mosque — one of the greatest Islamic monuments Khan El Khalili Bazaar — Cairo's famous ancient market The Hanging Church — one of Egypt's oldest Christian churches Church of St. Sergius — where the Holy Family sheltered

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Itinerary

08:30 Hotel pickup 09:30 Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali 10:30 Sultan Hassan Mosque 11:30 Khan El Khalili Bazaar 12:30 Traditional Egyptian lunch 13:30 Hanging Church — Coptic Cairo 14:00 Church of St. Sergius 14:30 Ben Ezra Synagogue 15:30 Drop-off at hotel

What’s included & not included

Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off English-speaking Egyptologist guide All entrance fees Traditional Egyptian lunch Bottled water Air-conditioned vehicle

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Meeting point

Hotel lobby pickup

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