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Islamic Cairo Walking Tour Khan El Khalili, Al-Azhar Mosque

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Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$134 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Explore the rich Islamic heritage of Cairo tour that takes you through Al Muizz Street, the Khan El Khalili Bazaar, and the historic Al Azhar Mosque. Begin your journey at the Bab El Fotouh gate and stroll down Al Muizz Street, where you can admire the stunning medieval architecture that lines this ancient thoroughfare in the heart of historic Cairo. As you wander, immerse yourself in the vibrant scents and sounds of Egypt’s most famous market, the Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where you can shop for unique souvenirs and experience the lively atmosphere. Conclude your exploration at Al Azhar Mosque, a thousand-year-old masterpiece with towering minarets and serene arcades, built by the Fatimid Caliphate and home to a prestigious Islamic studies institution. This tour offers a deep dive into the cultural and architectural wonders of Cairo’s Islamic past.

Activity location

  • Sharia Al Mu'izz Li-Din Allah
    • Al Moez Ldin Allah Al Fatmi,
    • 11511, Cairo, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Sharia Al Mu'izz Li-Din Allah
    • Al Moez Ldin Allah Al Fatmi,
    • 11511, Cairo, Egypt

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Islamic Cairo Walking Tour Khan El Khalili, Al-Azhar Mosque
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
NZ$134.32 x 1 AdultNZ$134.32

Total
Price is NZ$134.32

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate tour
  • What's includedWhat's includedAlll Entry Fees
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottle of Mineral Water
  • What's includedWhat's includedPick up services from your hotel and return
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll service charges & taxes
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Sharia Al Mu'izz Li-Din Allah
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Begin your walking tour through the Islamic quarter of Cairo after being picked up from your hotel. You'll be driven to Al Muizz Street, entering through one of its main gates, Bab El Fotouh. Stroll through this one-kilometer-long open-air museum, where you will encounter many historic monuments, including ancient mosques, **sabeels** (water fountains for passersby), and **kuttabs** (traditional schools). Explore traditional baths and the historic gates of Old Islamic Cairo, such as Bab El Fotouh, Bab El Nasr, and Bab Zewaila.
Bazar Khan El-Khalili
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Explore Khan El Khalili, one of the oldest markets in Egypt, full of vibrant shops and bustling activity. Cross the street to reach the other section of Al Muizz Street and visit Al Azhar Mosque, a significant Islamic institution in the Muslim world. Continue your journey to Ghoria to see the historic Bab Zewaila gate and the nearby **Khaimia** or Tent Maker Bazaar, known for its colourful textiles and crafts.
Al-Azhar Mosque (Pass by)
The tour concludes with a visit to Al Azhar Mosque, one of the most renowned mosques for Islamic education.
Cairo
  • 30m
After a day filled with awe-inspiring sights and fascinating history, your journey concludes with a relaxing return to your hotel, leaving you with memories to treasure Luxor's timeless wonders.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSharia Al Mu'izz Li-Din Allah
    • Al Moez Ldin Allah Al Fatmi,
    • 11511, Cairo, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLESharia Al Mu'izz Li-Din Allah
    • Al Moez Ldin Allah Al Fatmi,
    • 11511, Cairo, Egypt

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