Explore the spiritual heart of Cairo on this guided private tour of the city’s most iconic Islamic and Coptic landmarks. Your personal Egyptologist guide will greet you at your hotel and escort you in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for a full day of cultural discovery.
Begin your journey at the majestic Salah al-Din Citadel, a historic fortress offering panoramic views of Cairo. Inside, visit the impressive Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali, and admire the elegant Gawhara Palace, known for its intricate architecture, rich decorations, and royal furnishings.
Continue to Coptic Cairo, where you’ll explore ancient Christian landmarks, including the Hanging Church (Al Mu’allaqa), the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus, believed to have sheltered the Holy Family, and the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue.
You’ll have the option to pause for lunch at any point during the tour. After the visit, you’ll be comfortably transferred back to your hotel.
Places to Visit in This Tour:
Salah al-Din Citadel
Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali
Gawhara Palace
The Hanging Church (Al Mu’allaqa)
Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church
Ben Ezra Synagogue
Tour Details:
Pickup Time: 08:30 AM
Expected Return Time: 4:00 PM
Tour Duration: 6 Hours
Tour Type: Private
Guide Languages: English, German, Russian, Spanish
What’s Included:
Private guided tour
Transportation in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo or Giza hotels/apartments
Bottled water during the tour
Qualified Egyptologist guide
What’s Not Included:
Entrance fees for the interior of the Pyramids or the Sphinx
Tips (gratuities)
Lunch
Any additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Prices per person:
1 person: $93 / person
2 persons: $59.50 / person ($119 / Group)
3 persons: $48.33 / person ($145 / Group)
4 persons: $42.75 / person ($171/ Group)
5 persons: $39.40 / person ($197 / Group)