Private Half-Day Tour: Cairo Citadel Sultan Hassan and Khan el Khalili Bazaars
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Private Half-Day Tour: Cairo Citadel Sultan Hassan and Khan el Khalili Bazaars
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Highlights
Look beyond the pyramids and pharaohs, and discover the Citadel of Salah el Din, Sultan Hassan and Khan el-Khalili Bazaars.
Itinerary
Cairo Citadel
3 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
You will be picked up at 8:30 am from your hotel in Cairo or Giza to start the private tour that will give you a deeper insight into the rich history that is Egypt.
The Alabaster Mosque at the Citadel of Salah el-Din sits atop a limestone hill overlooking Cairo and is the most important mosque in the city. Still used as a place of worship today by the Muslims of Cairo, the architectural masterpiece opens its doors to visitors of all faiths. The lower part of the Mosque is clad inside and out with Alabaster, while the top part is constructed from the limestone cladding removed from the Pyramids of Giza. Inside the mosque, your guide will introduce you to the basic beliefs of Islam, including a translation of the most common prayers
Khan Al-Khalili
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
Continuing to Khan el Khalili bazaar, your qualified tour guide will give you an introduction to the famous markets. Enjoy free time to stroll through the maze of streets and try your luck bargaining with the shop owners for a souvenir of your trip to Egypt.
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
3 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
Continue to the Mosque and Madrassa (school) of Sultan Hassan. Built between 1356 and 1363, and is believed to be one of the finest examples of Mamluk architecture in Cairo. The mosque is also considered one of the largest, not only in Cairo but in the whole Islamic world, measuring 492 feet (150 meters) long and 118 feet (36 meters) high. The highest minaret is 223 feet (68 meters) tall.
This is a private tour allowing you to determine the amount of time spent at each site during the tour. In addition, you will have the chance to visit a Papyrus Institute to see how this famous artwork is made and have the chance to purchase genuine items if you wish. If you do not want to include this visit, just inform your guide.
What's included
INCLUDED
Local Guide to prepare your trip and starting from your hotel.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Transport by air-conditioned private vehicle or minivan
Bottled water, cans of soft drink or Juice and snacks
Qualified Egyptologist guide
NOT INCLUDED
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Vegetarian option is available, Please advise at time of booking if required
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Location
Address
Salah Salem St, Cairo, Egypt 11511
Provider
IBERMUNDO TRAVEL - DAILY TOUR EGYPT - CAIRO
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