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Old Cairo and Citadel of Saladin Tour in Egypt

By Yaro Travel_Egypt
Free cancellation available
Price is $75 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Discover the heart of historic Cairo on a full-day private tour combining the wonders of Islamic and Coptic heritage.
Begin at the Citadel of Saladin, one of Cairo’s most impressive landmarks, where you’ll visit the stunning Mosque of Muhammad Ali with its grand Ottoman architecture and panoramic city views.
Continue to Old Cairo, where history and spirituality blend together. Visit the Hanging Church, one of Egypt’s oldest and most beautiful Christian churches, and explore other significant Coptic sites that hold centuries of religious and cultural significance.
Travel in comfort in a private air-conditioned vehicle, with entry tickets included, plus bottled water and light snacks to keep you refreshed.

Activity location

  • Salah El-Din Castle
    • Island of the Pharaoh
    • Taba, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Salah El-Din Castle
    • Island of the Pharaoh
    • Taba, Egypt

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Old Cairo and Citadel of Saladin Tour in Egypt
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 6:00am
Price details
$75.00 x 1 Adult$75.00

Total
Price is $75.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Light snacks
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entry tickets to all listed attractions

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Salah El-Din Castle
  • 2m
  • Admission ticket included
Begin your tour with a visit to one of Cairo’s most iconic landmarks – the **Citadel of Saladin**, built in the 12th century as a defensive stronghold. * Walk through the massive stone gates and walls of this ancient fortress. * Learn how Saladin built the citadel to protect Cairo from Crusader attacks. * Enjoy **panoramic views over the city**, with photo-perfect spots of the Cairo skyline.
Mosque of Muhammad Ali
  • 2m
  • Admission ticket included
Inside the citadel lies the dazzling **Mosque of Muhammad Ali**, with its Ottoman-style domes and grand interior. * Admire its gleaming alabaster walls and soaring ceilings. * Learn about Muhammad Ali Pasha and his influence on modern Egypt. * Capture stunning photos of the mosque’s unique silhouette, visible from across Cairo.
Coptic Cairo
  • 2m
  • Admission ticket included
Next, head to **Coptic Cairo**, home to some of Egypt’s oldest Christian sites. * Visit the famous **Hanging Church**, suspended above an ancient Roman gate. * Step inside the peaceful **Church of St. Sergius**, said to have sheltered the Holy Family. * Stroll through narrow alleys lined with centuries-old churches, monasteries, and synagogues. * Optionally visit **Ben Ezra Synagogue**, a symbol of Egypt’s Jewish heritage.

Location

Activity location

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    Salah El-Din Castle
    • Island of the Pharaoh
    • Taba, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Salah El-Din Castle
    • Island of the Pharaoh
    • Taba, Egypt

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