Private Half-Day Tour to the City of the Dead and the Alabaster Mosque Discount Tickets

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Overview

First visit the City of the Dead (Qarafa) that has been used as a burial ground for Cairo since its foundation in the 10th century. The proceed to the the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali inside the citadel of Saladin. This beautiful mosque with its high minarets (269 ft/ 82m high) represents the Ottoman style of architecture and it dominates Cairo skyline.

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Itinerary

Start this day of adventure by meeting your private, qualified tour guide in your hotel to head for the Qarafa, City of the Dead, in your private, modern a/c van (WiFi on board). City of the Dead has been used as a burial ground for Cairo since its foundation in the 10th century, now parts of it are used as houses by the living. there you will see beautiful mausoleums and mosques such as the Complex of Sultan Qaytbay (1478). Then you will move to visit the citadel of Saladin with its massive walls and dominating towers and the famous alabaster mosque inside it, this mosque (1821-1856) of Mohamed Ali Pasha, the founder of modern Egypt, is an excellent example of the Ottoman style of architecture. Your guide will drive you back to your hotel when the tour is finished.

Inclusion

Private tour

Bottled water

Entrance fees

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Qualified Egyptologist guide

Exclusion

Gratuities

Food and drinks, unless specified

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

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements

Supplied by Pyramids Land Private Tours

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