Old Cairo Islamic and Coptic Sites with Saladin Citadel w. Lunch

We start our visit at the Citadel of Salah al-Din in Islamic Cairo. Perched atop a hill, this majestic building provides sweeping views of Cairo. . Next to the Mohamed Ali Mosque, commonly referred to as the Alabaster Mosque. This building is a masterpiece of Ottoman design. Next, take a 30-minute break for lunch at a local restaurant. Then direct to Coptic Cairo. The Hanging Church, also called Saint Virgin Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church, you will be in amazement at this old church’s distinctive architectural design, which is suspended above the earth. Enter to find exquisite woodwork and exquisitely kept icons Then visit the Jewish Synagogue in Coptic Cairo to wrap out our tour. Move to Khan el Khalili, the oldest and most prestigious market in Cairo. Built over the tombs of the Fatimid caliphs

Perched atop a hill, this majestic building provides sweeping views of Cairo

have the opportunity to see Al Gawhara Palace and Muhammad Ali Mosque, commonly referred to as the Alabaster Mosque. This building is a masterpiece of Ottoman design.

Savor a lunch of Egyptian barbecue.

Also called al-Muʿallaqa Church ,You will be in amazement at this old church’s distinctive architectural design, which is suspended above the earth. Enter to find exquisite woodwork, exquisitely kept icons

Then visit The Church of Abu Serga is built upon an ancient Roman fort in Old Cairo. The history of the church is still being debated. Some scholars believe that it dates to the late fourth to early fifth centuries AD, while others believe that it should approximately be dated to 17th century AD.

Later direct to Ben Ezra Synagogue Located deep in the winding alleys of Coptic Cairo, Ben Ezra Synagogue is the oldest Jewish temple in Cairo, dating from the 9th century AD. Like almost all of Egypt’s synagogues,

Khan el-Khalili is a famous bazaar and souq in the historic center of Cairo, Egypt. Established as a center of trade in the Mamluk era and named for one of its several historic caravanserais, the bazaar district has since become one of Cairo's main attractions for tourists and Egyptians alike.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Not recommended for travelers with wheelchair mobility

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• Transfers by air-conditioned van
• Small group
• Round-trip transfers to and from your hotel or accomadition
• Optional private guide for (Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish) for $20 per group cash on the spot.
• Egyptian BBQ lunch
• Egyptologist guide

• Entrance fees Cairo Citadel (15 $ can be paid on spot)
• Drinks at Restaurant

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• This Tour is Provided by Egyptra Travel Services.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Africa/Cairo.
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