Journey through Islamic Cairo- Islamic Museum, Al Azhar & Moez street + lunch

Tour info

Duration
6 hours - 8 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Morning pick up from your hotel to start tour of Visit the Islamic Museum which considered one of the greatest in the world, with its exceptional collection of rare woodwork and plaster artefacts, as well as metal, ceramic, glass, crystal, and textile objects of all periods, from all over the Islamic world. Al Azhar, the first mosque of Fatimide Cairo, built by Jawhar Al-Sekelli, commander of the armies of Al-Mo’ez le Din Allah. The mosque has three minarets, one if which is a twin minaret from the age of Sultan Al Gohari. Sultan Hassan School and Mosques: It is regarded as the pearl of Islamic architecture. It was set up by sultan Hassan Ibn Mohammed Ibn Qalawoun in the 14th century as a mosque and school. El Moez street starting from Bab Al-Futuh in the north to Bab Zuweila in the south. Its northern part extends from Al-Hakim mosque to the spice market in Al-Azhar Street whereas its southern part extends from the Ghuriya complex to the Bab Zuweila. Lunch & bottled water included

What’s included?

  • Lunch

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Bottled water

  • Entry/Admission - Museum of Islamic Arts

  • Soda/Pop

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 6-8 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

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

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Menatours

About operator:

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