Travel back in time and dive through the wonders of the Islamic Art architecture and History of Cairo via a memorable visit to the Museum of Islamic Art in Cairo and Emam al-Hussein mosque-square. Followed by a lively cherish-able walk through the famous Khan El-Khalili bazaar.
Highlights
From 2 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide
Bottled water
Hotel pick-up and/or drop-off (upon request)
Qualified Egyptologist guide
Drinks
Gratuities (optional)
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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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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Travel back in time and dive through the wonders of the Islamic Art architecture and History of Cairo via a memorable visit to the Museum of Islamic Art in Cairo and Emam al-Hussein mosque-square. Followed by a lively cherish-able walk through the famous Khan El-Khalili bazaar.
Highlights
From 2 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 5 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide
Bottled water
Hotel pick-up and/or drop-off (upon request)
Qualified Egyptologist guide
Drinks
Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
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Museum of Islamic Arts
Meet your guide at your hotel's lobby, and continue to an all-star list of Cairo’s remarkable historic landmarks. Step into the Museum of Islamic Art, and learn about the evolution of Islamic art through history.
1 hour
2
Khan Al-Khalili
Enter the old city through the Khan El-Khalili buzzing bazaar. Explore the distinctive Egyptian handcrafts and see how the artisans work by hand to do jewelry from Gold and Silver in a local factory. Continue through Cairo’s bazaar, handcraft artisanal areas around the market and see in the environs of the bazaar some great big and famous specialized souqs such as the old spice market and big textile market...etc
1 hour
3
Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
learn the remarkable history of the ancient monuments that you will see into the market such as Emam Al-Hussain mosque (the Grandson of prophet Muhammad PBUH). At the end of the tour we will take back to your hotel or we can drop you off wherever you choose in Cairo.
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Tent Market
Pass by the famous old covered tent makers' market and enjoy watching and taking nice photos of the artisans while working by hand and doing the patchwork in cushion covers, bedspreads, pillow cases, wall hangings (aplique), and making tents.
10 minutes
5
Abdeen Palace Museum
Formerly serving as a royal palace until the end of the monarchy in 1952, this history museum features a large collection of weapons and medals including knives, guns, cannons and an exhibit of medals.
