Pickup
Morning collection from your Cairo hotel.
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Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour
Duration
6 Hours
Tour Type
Private
Pickup
Included
Availability
Daily
Languages
Multiple Languages
Tour Overview
A private day through Old Cairo's mosques, churches, alleys and bazaars with an expert local guide.
Step off the tourist trail into the living heart of Old Cairo. Begin in Coptic Cairo with the Hanging Church, the Church of St Sergius and the ancient Ben Ezra Synagogue, then continue into Islamic Cairo to walk the medieval streets of Muizz — its Fatimid mosques, sabil-kuttabs and merchants' houses.
Finish with mint tea and shopping in the atmospheric alleys of Khan El Khalili bazaar, all with your private Egyptologist and driver.
Tour Highlights
- Hanging Church
- Ben Ezra Synagogue
- Al-Muizz Street
- Khan El Khalili
- Private Guide
- Private A/C Transport
Tour Itinerary
Coptic Cairo
Hanging Church, St Sergius and Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Al-Muizz Street
Fatimid mosques and merchants' houses of medieval Cairo.
Khan El Khalili
Mint tea and browsing in Cairo's most atmospheric bazaar.
Return
Drop-off at your hotel in the late afternoon.
What's Included
Included
- Entrance Fees Included
- Hotel Pickup & Drop-off
- Private Air-conditioned Vehicle
- Licensed Egyptologist Guide
- Bottled Water
- Taxes & Service Charges
Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Tips
- Anything not mentioned above
Meeting & Pickup
- Complimentary pickup from your hotel, Nile cruise dock, or airport in the tour city.
- Your private driver and Egyptologist meet you at the lobby / dock at the scheduled time.
- Door-to-door drop-off at the end of the tour.
What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothing (shoulders covered for temples)
- A refillable water bottle
- Camera (photography permits payable on site where required)
- Small cash for tips and personal expenses
Important Information
- Private tour — operated exclusively for your party.
- Confirmation is provided within a few hours of booking.
- Suitable for most travelers; please advise us of any mobility needs in advance.
- Not recommended for travelers with serious medical conditions without prior consultation.
- Some sites include stairs, uneven ground and limited shade.
- Photography rules vary by site; your guide will advise on the day.
Tour Policies
0–2.99 Years: Free · 3–5.99 Years: 25% · 6–11.99 Years: 50% · 12+: Adult rate.
Pay on the day of your tour. Cash and credit card accepted. No advance payment required — reserve now and pay on your tour date.
All prices are shown in USD. Prices may vary during peak travel periods including Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays.
FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour.
Yes — this is a walking-focused day through narrow alleys, so comfortable shoes are essential.
Modest clothing for mosques and churches — shoulders and knees covered; scarves available.
Yes — friendly haggling is part of the fun; your guide will help you find fair prices.
Lunch is on your own account; your guide can recommend excellent traditional restaurants nearby.
Yes — the sights, sounds and colours of Old Cairo are wonderful for curious young travellers.
Absolutely — Al-Muizz Street is beautifully atmospheric at night if you prefer an afternoon–evening tour.
Tailor-Made
Customize Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour.
Add this tour to a longer private itinerary — combine it with Nile cruises, other cities and transfers, all designed around you.
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“The most exquisitely organized trip I've ever taken. Every guide was a scholar and every hotel a dream.”
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