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Overview

Explore the heritage of Medieval Cairo on this full-day guided tour to the city’s most iconic Islamic landmarks. Begin at the impressive Mosque of Ibn Tulun, one of Egypt’s oldest mosques, where you’ll admire its vast courtyard and unique spiral minaret. Visit the Gayer-Anderson Museum next door, a beautifully preserved 17th-century home filled with antiques, art, and traditional architecture. Continue to Al-Moez Street, a vibrant historic avenue lined with mosques, palaces, and architectural masterpieces from the Fatimid, Mamluk, and Ottoman eras. Enjoy time to browse local bazaars, take photos, and learn fascinating stories about Cairo’s rich past from your expert guide. This immersive cultural experience offers the perfect way to discover the beauty and history of Islamic Cairo beyond the pyramids, complete with comfortable round-trip transportation from your hotel.

Pickup Information

You will find your guide at the pick up place holding a sign with your name on it

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Wekalet El Ghouri Arts Center
Cross Al Azhar Street to visit the caravansary-like Wekalet el Ghoury, and the Mamluke Style house of Zeinab Khatoun.
Duration: 180 mins
2. Mosque of Ibn Tulun
After lunch visit Ibn Tulun mosque being the oldest intact mosque standing in Egypt dating back to the ninth century and characterized by its unique spiral minaret copied from the mosque of Samaraa. Add to your knowledge of Cairo’s old houses by a visit to the next door
Duration: 120 mins
3. Gayer-Anderson Museum (Bayt al-Kiritliya)
Gayer Anderson Museum one of the famous locations where the James Bond film “The Spy who Loved Me” was shot.
Duration: 60 mins
4. El-moez Street
Al-Moez Street is one of Cairo’s oldest and most beautiful historic streets, located in the heart of Islamic Cairo. Lined with stunning mosques, madrasas, palaces, and traditional markets, it feels like an open-air museum. A walk here takes you through centuries of Egyptian history, vibrant local culture, and lively bazaars—perfect for photos and authentic souvenirs.
Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Admission fees

Professional guide

Bottled water

Lunch

Exclusion

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Food and drinks, unless specified

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Gray Line Egypt

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