Al-Muiz Street History Tour

Tour info

Duration
2 hours - 5 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Travel back in time to the glory days of Islamic Cairo, and see some of the medieval and Ottoman city's greatest religious monuments, on this 2-5 hour private guided tour. Admire ancient massive mausolea, such as but not limited to Qalawoun Complex, Qaytbay complex, Barquq complex...etc. Greet your private guide at the main gate of your hotel at a time of your choosing: 9am-11am is recommended. As you may enter working mosques, please dress modestly – long, loose clothes that cover arms and legs – and wear shoes that are easy to remove: women should also bring a scarf to cover their hair. Please note that a few sites close to the public at 5pm.

What’s included?

  • All taxes, entrance fees and handling charges

  • Bottled water

  • Professional local art historian guide and qualified Egyptologist

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

  • Transport by private air-conditioned coach/minivan

  • Entry/Admission - Qalawun Complex

  • Entry/Admission - Madrassa of Al-Nasir Muhammad

  • Entry/Admission - Mosque of Sultan Al-Ashraf Barsbay

  • Entry/Admission - Sharia Al Mu'izz Li-Din Allah

  • Entry/Admission - Madrasa of Sultan Barquq

  • Drinks

  • Gratuities (recommended)

  • Entry/Admission - Mosque-Sabil of Sulayman Agha al-Silahdar

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 2-5 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Cairo Trips

About operator:

Excellent team of tour guides speaking several languages ​​and making excellent tours throughout Cairo, Giza and surrounding areas. The owner of this TripAdvisor listing has lived in the heart of historic Cairo for more than 36 years and because of the archaeologic-touristic atmosphere of that geographical area he became a great guide who used to lead expeditions up and down the old streets of Islamic Cairo and downtown. His parents were the ones who made the effort to teach him the passion and love of languages, history and geography of his country and this later helped him a lot to guide foreigners around the Cairo's hidden treasures. Now he runs a touring business as a licensed official guide in cooperation with competent team members of licensed colleague guides who speak several different languages and have sound knowledge of Egyptology sites in Cairo, Giza and surrounding areas. Enjoy the view from the top of Cairo's highest landmarks to get a bird's-eye-view of the city. :)

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