Layover Tour to Cairo Citadel and Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Overview
Layover Tour to Cairo Citadel and Khan El Khalili Bazaar
By taking our Islamic Cairo highlights tour, you may learn the fascinating tale of Egypt's conversion to Islam. Take a tour of the famous Citadel of Saladin and learn about the history of Islamic Cairo. Built in the 12th century by the visionary leader Salah Al-Din Al Ayyubi, this magnificent fortification was the capital of a thriving nation's government and the bastion of Cairo. "Al-Qalaa" is home to one of the most important locations in Islamic Cairo.
Astonish yourself at the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali Basha, a majestic structure brought by the Ottoman Empire to safeguard Egypt against the French expedition. Mohamed Ali Basha's rule followed, leaving a legacy that stands strong to this day.
No journey is completed without a visit to the beating heart of the district – the Khan El-Khalili Market within the Al-Hussein neighborhood. Stroll through its historic lanes on a captivating Cairo walking tour, encountering the exquisite monuments dating back to the 8th century. One of the greatest Egyptian empires in the history of Egypt was based in ancient Egypt.
And for those seeking more adventures, we offer an array of Cairo day tours from the airport. Explore the splendors of Egypt with us and let your Egypt trips unfold in amazing ways! With an expert guide, visit historical locations and the Egyptian museum.
Cairo day tour to the Egyptian Museum Citadel, Khan El-Khalili and Bazaar. This tour allows you to explore Cairo's fascinating sites and immerse yourself in its history. The tour covers the Islamic part of Salah Al-Din Al-Ayyubi Fortress and Mohammed Ali Mosque along with Khan Al-Khalili and then the tour will take you to see the priceless treasures of the Egyptian Museum.
Layover Tour to Cairo Citadel and Khan El Khalili Bazaar
By taking our Islamic Cairo highlights tour, you may learn the fascinating tale of Egypt's conversion to Islam. Take a tour of the famous Citadel of Saladin and learn about the history of Islamic Cairo. Built in the 12th century by the visionary leader Salah Al-Din Al Ayyubi, this magnificent fortification was the capital of a thriving nation's government and the bastion of Cairo. "Al-Qalaa" is home to one of the most important locations in Islamic Cairo.
Astonish yourself at the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali Basha, a majestic structure brought by the Ottoman Empire to safeguard Egypt against the French expedition. Mohamed Ali Basha's rule followed, leaving a legacy that stands strong to this day.
No journey is completed without a visit to the beating heart of the district – the Khan El-Khalili Market within the Al-Hussein neighborhood. Stroll through its historic lanes on a captivating Cairo walking tour, encountering the exquisite monuments dating back to the 8th century. One of the greatest Egyptian empires in the history of Egypt was based in ancient Egypt.
And for those seeking more adventures, we offer an array of Cairo day tours from the airport. Explore the splendors of Egypt with us and let your Egypt trips unfold in amazing ways! With an expert guide, visit historical locations and the Egyptian museum.
Cairo day tour to the Egyptian Museum Citadel, Khan El-Khalili and Bazaar. This tour allows you to explore Cairo's fascinating sites and immerse yourself in its history. The tour covers the Islamic part of Salah Al-Din Al-Ayyubi Fortress and Mohammed Ali Mosque along with Khan Al-Khalili and then the tour will take you to see the priceless treasures of the Egyptian Museum.
Inclusion
- Transport services from/to Cairo International Airport.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites in Cairo.
- Transportation during all our tours by a private air-conditioned car during your Cairo Layover tour.
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide during your layover tour to Cairo Citadel and Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
- A bottle of mineral water during Egypt day tours is included.
- Stops for snacks upon request.
- Try local tea mint or coffee in one of the most famous cafes in Cairo, such as El-Fishawy or Layali El-Hussein.
- Shopping tours in Cairo if we have enough time.
- All taxes and service charges are included in our Egypt Tours price.
Exclusion
- Any extras not mentioned in the Cairo Day Tours program.
- Tipping is not included in the prices of our Cairo City Tour.
- Prices are applicable during Christmas and New Year tours in Egypt or Egypt Easter tours.
Itinerary
Cairo Top Tours accredited tour guide will meet you inside Cairo International Airport upon arrival, he will guide you through your layover Tour to Cairo Citadel and Khan El Khalili Bazaar by a private vehicle for your Cairo private tours visiting the Islamic district in Cairo. Start your Islamic Cairo trips by visiting the most famous Citadel of Saladin, the great fortification for Cairo during Medieval times that was built by the Muslim leader Salah Al-Din Al Ayyubi during the 12th century further developed by succeeding Egyptian rulers.
The citadel is immense with gigantic towers and composed of various buildings inside like the Mosque of Al Nasir Mohamed and the Military Museum, but among the most impressive of them all is the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali Basha, this Albanian origin founder of Modern Egypt who was brought by a Royal Decree from the head of the Ottoman Empire in Turkey to stand against the French Napoleonic Expedition in Egypt, he then remained after he realized the significance of Egypt's location, atmosphere, and manpower that this country could rule the whole world again as before during the new kingdom of the ancient Egypt history when Egypt reached Mesopotamia and Lybia.
Continue your Cairo excursions to the famous Islamic spot known as Khan El-Khalili to enjoy the best shopping tours in Cairo and experience the true life of the locals and the sellers in one of the oldest markets in the Middle East. Your licensed Egyptologist will give you a brief introduction to the Islamic history of Egypt while seeing the beautiful Islamic-style monuments and mosques of which some of which date as early as the 7th century A.D.
After finishing your Cairo day trips, your Egyptologist and private driver will transfer you back to the airport to take your flight after you experienced some of the main highlights and tours in Cairo.
Price
| Number of Persons | Prices |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $135 Per Person |
| 2 - 3 Persons | $90 Per Person |
| 4 - 6 Persons | $70 Per Person |
| 7 - 10 Persons | $60 Per Person |
Start from : $60
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