Cairo Private Guided Tours of Islamic and Coptic Cairo in 6 Hours
by Emo Tours Egypt
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$170Overview
This private guided tour in Cairo lasts about six hours and covers major Islamic and Coptic sites. The tour begins with hotel pickup and includes all transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle. The guide leads the group first to Coptic Cairo, visiting landmarks such as the Hanging Church, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, and the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, with about 30 minutes spent at each location. The tour continues to Islamic Cairo, where participants visit the Al Rifai Mosque and the Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan, spending approximately one hour at each site. The Citadel of Saladin is also included with a 30-minute visit. The day finishes in the area of El Fustat with a visit to the Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As, followed by a stop at the Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar for about 30 minutes. A bottle of water is provided during the tour. Entry fees and a professional guide are included. Lunch at local restaurants is optional and not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Coptic Cairo
The tour starts at 8:00 am with hotel pickup in Cairo. The first stop is Old Cairo, known as Coptic Cairo, a significant Christian area. This site is linked to visits by the Holy Family and has ongoing spiritual importance. Visitors spend about 30 minutes here exploring the area's religious heritage.
30 min
The Hanging Church
This church is located above a gatehouse of the Babylon Fortress in Coptic Cairo. Its nave is elevated over a passage, accessed by twenty-nine steps, leading to its nickname 'the Staircase Church.' The Roman tower supporting it is mostly underground due to land rise over centuries. The entrance passes through iron gates under a stone arch, then a small courtyard with modern biblical art, and finally to an eleventh-century porch. The visit lasts about 30 minutes.
30 min
Synagogue Ben Ezra
Situated in Old Cairo, this synagogue is also known as the El-Geniza Synagogue or Synagogue of the Levantines. Local tradition places it on the site where baby Moses was found. In the 19th century, its geniza or storage room yielded a large collection of Hebrew, Aramaic, and Judeo-Arabic manuscripts, now mainly held at Cambridge University Library. Visitors spend 30 minutes here.
30 min
Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus
Located in Old Cairo, this church complex is an important site for Coptic Christianity. It preserves ancient religious artifacts, icons, and architectural features. The church and monastery showcase craftsmanship and designs from Egypt's historical periods and are visited for about 30 minutes.
30 min
Al Rifai Mosque
This mosque, also called the Royal Mosque, is near the Cairo Citadel and was built as a mausoleum for the Muhammad Ali family. It stands opposite the older Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan and complements it architecturally. The mosque was part of 19th-century efforts to modernize Cairo and links the city to earlier Islamic history. Visitors have one hour here.
60 min
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
Constructed between 1356 and 1363 under Sultan an-Nasir Hasan during the Bahri Mamluk period, this mosque and madrasa are known for their large size and architectural innovation. It remains one of Cairo's most significant historic monuments. The visit duration is about one hour.
60 min
Citadel of Saladin
This medieval fortification was built by Saladin and expanded by later rulers. It served as Egypt's seat of government and royal residence for nearly 700 years. Located on the Mokattam hills, it overlooks Cairo and includes mosques and museums. Visitors spend 30 minutes exploring the site.
30 min
Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As
Founded in 641 AD by the Muslim leader Amr Ibn Al-As, this mosque is located in the El Fustat area of Islamic Cairo. It is the first mosque built in Egypt and is open for visitors to enter and explore during about one hour.
60 min
Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar
This famous market offers handcrafted items made by skilled artisans. It reflects Middle Eastern cultural traditions through its detailed designs and materials. Visitors spend about 30 minutes browsing the bazaar.
30 min
Meeting point
Giza
End point
Giza
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Cairo
- Cairo 14-Hour Day Trip from Hurghada by Air with Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Grand Egyptian Museum
- Cairo/Giza Nile Sunset Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Transfer
- Private Tour of Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum & Local Lunch in Cairo
- Private Day Tour of Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis, and Saqqara
- Half-Day Private Tour of the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx with Guide
- Alexandria Catacombs, Roman Amphitheater, Pompey's Pillar and Citadel Day Trip from Cairo with Lunch
Cairo Private Guided Tours of Islamic and Coptic Cairo in 6 Hours
by Emo Tours Egypt
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$170Overview
This private guided tour in Cairo lasts about six hours and covers major Islamic and Coptic sites. The tour begins with hotel pickup and includes all transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle. The guide leads the group first to Coptic Cairo, visiting landmarks such as the Hanging Church, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, and the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, with about 30 minutes spent at each location. The tour continues to Islamic Cairo, where participants visit the Al Rifai Mosque and the Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan, spending approximately one hour at each site. The Citadel of Saladin is also included with a 30-minute visit. The day finishes in the area of El Fustat with a visit to the Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As, followed by a stop at the Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar for about 30 minutes. A bottle of water is provided during the tour. Entry fees and a professional guide are included. Lunch at local restaurants is optional and not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Coptic Cairo
The tour starts at 8:00 am with hotel pickup in Cairo. The first stop is Old Cairo, known as Coptic Cairo, a significant Christian area. This site is linked to visits by the Holy Family and has ongoing spiritual importance. Visitors spend about 30 minutes here exploring the area's religious heritage.
30 min
The Hanging Church
This church is located above a gatehouse of the Babylon Fortress in Coptic Cairo. Its nave is elevated over a passage, accessed by twenty-nine steps, leading to its nickname 'the Staircase Church.' The Roman tower supporting it is mostly underground due to land rise over centuries. The entrance passes through iron gates under a stone arch, then a small courtyard with modern biblical art, and finally to an eleventh-century porch. The visit lasts about 30 minutes.
30 min
Synagogue Ben Ezra
Situated in Old Cairo, this synagogue is also known as the El-Geniza Synagogue or Synagogue of the Levantines. Local tradition places it on the site where baby Moses was found. In the 19th century, its geniza or storage room yielded a large collection of Hebrew, Aramaic, and Judeo-Arabic manuscripts, now mainly held at Cambridge University Library. Visitors spend 30 minutes here.
30 min
Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus
Located in Old Cairo, this church complex is an important site for Coptic Christianity. It preserves ancient religious artifacts, icons, and architectural features. The church and monastery showcase craftsmanship and designs from Egypt's historical periods and are visited for about 30 minutes.
30 min
Al Rifai Mosque
This mosque, also called the Royal Mosque, is near the Cairo Citadel and was built as a mausoleum for the Muhammad Ali family. It stands opposite the older Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan and complements it architecturally. The mosque was part of 19th-century efforts to modernize Cairo and links the city to earlier Islamic history. Visitors have one hour here.
60 min
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
Constructed between 1356 and 1363 under Sultan an-Nasir Hasan during the Bahri Mamluk period, this mosque and madrasa are known for their large size and architectural innovation. It remains one of Cairo's most significant historic monuments. The visit duration is about one hour.
60 min
Citadel of Saladin
This medieval fortification was built by Saladin and expanded by later rulers. It served as Egypt's seat of government and royal residence for nearly 700 years. Located on the Mokattam hills, it overlooks Cairo and includes mosques and museums. Visitors spend 30 minutes exploring the site.
30 min
Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As
Founded in 641 AD by the Muslim leader Amr Ibn Al-As, this mosque is located in the El Fustat area of Islamic Cairo. It is the first mosque built in Egypt and is open for visitors to enter and explore during about one hour.
60 min
Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar
This famous market offers handcrafted items made by skilled artisans. It reflects Middle Eastern cultural traditions through its detailed designs and materials. Visitors spend about 30 minutes browsing the bazaar.
30 min
Meeting point
Giza
End point
Giza
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Cairo
- Cairo 14-Hour Day Trip from Hurghada by Air with Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Grand Egyptian Museum
- Cairo/Giza Nile Sunset Dinner Cruise with Show and Private Transfer
- Private Tour of Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum & Local Lunch in Cairo
- Private Day Tour of Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis, and Saqqara
- Half-Day Private Tour of the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx with Guide
- Alexandria Catacombs, Roman Amphitheater, Pompey's Pillar and Citadel Day Trip from Cairo with Lunch