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Egypt
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Cairo Governorate
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Cairo
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Cairo Citadel, Mosques and Khan Elkhalili
6 h
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Stop At: Cairo Citadel, Al Abageyah Shar'a Salih Salem, Cairo 11511 Egypt
Built in the twelfth century, the Citadel of Saladin is a place with a past full of momentous historical events for the current future of Egypt. Its walls and superb location make it one of the most wonderful and entertaining tours of Cairo.
At the top of the hill sits Citadel of Saladin, which owes its name to the constructor of its eastern wall, Salah Eddin Al-Ayoubi. His arrival in the country, in 1171, involved the abolition of power Fatimid and the restoration of Islam as the official religion of Egypt.
Every 100 meters with communication towers built with the walls. Served the dual purpose of allowing light to enter through the openings as a sector to bet a guard that defended the city with arrows. The two main towers, both on the northeast corner, are known as Borg Al-tower Ramiah and Borg Al-Arena-Hattad Smith Tower. The southern part of the fortification and the sector down the hillside to the west from the nineteenth century.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mosque of Muhammad Ali, Al Abageyah Qism El-Khalifa, Cairo 11511 Egypt
The interior of the citadel houses beautiful mosques. Among them, the Mosque of Mohamed Aly, Known also as the Alabaster Mosque, which looks like the blue mosque of Istanbul .
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Khan Al-Khalili, Cairo Egypt
Your last stop will be at exotic and colorful Khan El Khalili open Area which is a shopper’s paradise and the dream for many photographers. The Bargaining will be an art and it is expected when you will negotiate to purchase silver , gold , bronze or copper .
Enjoy the smell of exotic spices , leather goods , Aroma of brewed coffee sifting through elaborately carved wooden doore an coffee shops.
Enjoy music sound and plethora of unbelievable display of merchandise together with multitude of colorfully dressed crowds that will bring to you the scenes of (A Thousand and one Arabinan nights ) .
Duration: 2 hours
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Cairo Citadel, Al Abageyah Shar'a Salih Salem, Cairo 11511 Egypt
Built in the twelfth century, the Citadel of Saladin is a place with a past full of momentous historical events for the current future of Egypt. Its walls and superb location make it one of the most wonderful and entertaining tours of Cairo.
At the top of the hill sits Citadel of Saladin, which owes its name to the constructor of its eastern wall, Salah Eddin Al-Ayoubi. His arrival in the country, in 1171, involved the abolition of power Fatimid and the restoration of Islam as the official religion of Egypt.
Every 100 meters with communication towers built with the walls. Served the dual purpose of allowing light to enter through the openings as a sector to bet a guard that defended the city with arrows. The two main towers, both on the northeast corner, are known as Borg Al-tower Ramiah and Borg Al-Arena-Hattad Smith Tower. The southern part of the fortification and the sector down the hillside to the west from the nineteenth century.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mosque of Muhammad Ali, Al Abageyah Qism El-Khalifa, Cairo 11511 Egypt
The interior of the citadel houses beautiful mosques. Among them, the Mosque of Mohamed Aly, Known also as the Alabaster Mosque, which looks like the blue mosque of Istanbul .
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Khan Al-Khalili, Cairo Egypt
Your last stop will be at exotic and colorful Khan El Khalili open Area which is a shopper’s paradise and the dream for many photographers. The Bargaining will be an art and it is expected when you will negotiate to purchase silver , gold , bronze or copper .
Enjoy the smell of exotic spices , leather goods , Aroma of brewed coffee sifting through elaborately carved wooden doore an coffee shops.
Enjoy music sound and plethora of unbelievable display of merchandise together with multitude of colorfully dressed crowds that will bring to you the scenes of (A Thousand and one Arabinan nights ) .
Duration: 2 hours
Included
- Entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeing.
- Met & Assist from & to your hotel at Cairo or Giza.
- All transfers by air condition vehicle.
- Private Egyptology tour guide
- Visit of the papyrus institute ( ask your guide if you need to visit Perfume Factory ).
- Entry/Admission - Cairo Citadel
- Entry/Admission - Mosque of Muhammad Ali
Not included
- Entrance to private rooms or areas inside any temple or Museum.
- Tips to guide & driver.
- Any Souvenir from any purchasing stop.
- Entry Visa to Egypt which had to be handle from your side.
- International Air tickets from & to Egypt.
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Cultural
70%
Tourism
65%
Original
15%
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