Private Cairo Day Trip

Private Cairo Day Trip is a customized tour that allows you to explore the major attractions of Cairo in a single day. 

Your tour starts with pick-up from your hotel in Cairo. By air-conditioned modern vehicles, we start the private day tour to Cairo.

Tour Program :

-The first destination is the Citadel of Salah El-Din and Mohamed Ali Marvellous Mosque (The Alabaster Mosque)

Citadel of Salah El-Din: The Citadel of Salah El-Din, also known as the Saladin Citadel, is a historic fortress in the heart of Cairo. It was built by the Ayyubid Saladin in the 12th century and served as a stronghold to protect the city from potential invaders. It has a breathtaking panoramic view including the sprawling cityscape, the Nile River, and the Giza Pyramids on a clear day.

Mosque of Muhammad Ali: Also known as the Alabaster Mosque, this mosque has a grand central dome and slender minarets that can be seen from various parts of the city. The inner side of this mosque is decorated with colorful stained glass windows, intricately designed marble, and intricate calligraphy. 

-The second destination is Amro Ibn El-Ass Mosque and Ibn Tulun Mosque.

Amro Ibn El-Ass Mosque: Also known as the Mosque of Amr ibn al-As, The Amro Ibn El-Ass Mosque is located in Old Cairo. It has great historical significance as it is known as the first mosque ever built on the African continent. This mosque was built in the 7th century AD by Amr ibn al-As, the conqueror of Egypt and a companion of Prophet Muhammad.

Ibn Tulun Mosque: The Ibn Tulun Mosque was built in the 9th century AD during the reign of Ahmad ibn Tulun, the founder of the Tulunid dynasty. The mosque has an architectural style is considered one of the oldest and finest examples of early Islamic architecture in Egypt.

-Lunch at a local restaurant (vegetarian menu option is available).

-After lunch, we move to Coptic Cairo.

Coptic Cairo: Coptic Cairo, also known as Old Cairo or Misr al-Qadima, is an important area for Egypt's Coptic Christian community and holds significant religious and cultural landmarks.

Hanging Church:  Also known as Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church, The Hanging Church is located in Old Cairo. The church's name "Hanging Church" comes from its location above the gatehouse of the Babylon Fortress.

Abu Serga Church: The Abu Serga Church, also known as the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, is dating back to the 4th century AD and one of the ancient Coptic Orthodox churches situated in Old Cairo. The church is named after Saints Bacchus and Sergius, who were Christian martyrs and Roman soldiers.

Ben Ezra Synagogue: The Ben Ezra Synagogue is considered one of the oldest synagogues in Egypt and has an importance to the Jewish community. The synagogue has a rich history dating back to the 9th century AD.

-Drive back to your hotel in Cairo.