Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Embark on a cultural journey through Cairo's past with a visit to the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and Cairo Citadel. As you approach the mosque, its towering minarets and gleaming domes command attention against the Cairo skyline. Step inside to admire the opulent Ottoman-style architecture, including the striking use of alabaster throughout the interior. After exploring the mosque, venture to the nearby Citadel, a formidable fortress that has stood as a symbol of Cairo's strength for centuries. Climb to the top of the Citadel for breathtaking views of the city and the surrounding landscape. Delve into the history and heritage of Egypt with a visit to the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and Cairo Citadel.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
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Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Guide on site
Entry Fees
Bottle Of Water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tipping
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
قلعة صلاح الدين الأيوبي
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Islamic Cairo Day Trip
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Embark on a cultural journey through Cairo's past with a visit to the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and Cairo Citadel. As you approach the mosque, its towering minarets and gleaming domes command attention against the Cairo skyline. Step inside to admire the opulent Ottoman-style architecture, including the striking use of alabaster throughout the interior. After exploring the mosque, venture to the nearby Citadel, a formidable fortress that has stood as a symbol of Cairo's strength for centuries. Climb to the top of the Citadel for breathtaking views of the city and the surrounding landscape. Delve into the history and heritage of Egypt with a visit to the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and Cairo Citadel.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Guide on site
Entry Fees
Bottle Of Water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tipping
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
قلعة صلاح الدين الأيوبي
Return
Itinerary
1
قلعة صلاح الدين الأيوبي
Pickup from your hotel by our expert tour guide and transfer to the Citadel of Salah El Din in Cairo Where you visit Mohamed Ali Mosque that has been considered one of the most beautful mosque in Cairo it also know as the Alabaster Mosque because its outer walls has been Covered by Alabaster Stone
1 hour
2
Mosque of Muhammad Ali
The Mosque of Muhammad Ali and Cairo Citadel, located in the heart of Cairo, Egypt, is a must-visit for history and architecture enthusiasts. This stunning mosque, also known as the Alabaster Mosque, was built in the early 19th century and boasts intricate Ottoman-style design elements. Visitors can explore the beautifully decorated interiors and admire the breathtaking views of Cairo from the citadel grounds. With its rich history and iconic landmarks, a visit to the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and Cairo Citadel promises to be a memorable experience.
30 minutes
3
Al-Rifa'i Mosque
Al-Rifa’i Mosque The building is located opposite the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan, which dates from around 1361, and was architecturally conceived as a complement to the older structure. This was part of a vast campaign by the 19th century rulers of Egypt to both associate themselves with the perceived glory of earlier periods in Egypt‘s Islamic history and modernize the city.
30 minutes
4
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
The Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hasan (Arabic: مسجد ومدرسة السلطان حسن) is a monumental mosque and madrasa located in Salah al-Din Square in the historic district of Cairo, Egypt. It was built between 1356 and 1363 during the Bahri Mamluk period, commissioned by Sultan an-Nasir Hasan. The mosque was considered remarkable for its massive size and innovative architectural components, and is still considered one of the most impressive historic monuments in Cairo today.[1][2][3]
1 hour
5
Al-Azhar Mosque
Al-Azhar Mosque (Arabic: الجامع الأزهر, romanized: al-Jāmiʿ al-ʾAzhar, lit. 'The Resplendent Congregational Mosque', Egyptian Arabic: جامع الأزهر, romanized: Gāmiʿ el-ʾazhar), known in Egypt simply as al-Azhar, is a mosque in Cairo, Egypt in the historic Islamic core of the city. Commissioned as the new capital of the Fatimid Caliphate in 970, it was the first mosque established in a city that eventually earned the nickname "the City of a Thousand Minarets".[b] Its name is usually thought to derive from az-Zahrāʾ (lit. 'the shining one'), a title given to Fatimah, the daughter of Muhammad.
30 minutes
6
Al Emam El Hussein Mosque
El Hussein Mosque in Cairo .Hallowed mosque believed to be the burial site of the head of the prophet Muhammad's grandson.
At the end of the tour our guide will transfer you back to your hotel in Cairo
