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The magnificent Citadel of Salah Al Din in Cairo, home to the iconic Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha.

The intricately carved ablution fountain in the courtyard of the Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha in Cairo, under a clear sky.

The interior of the Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha, with people scattered across a red carpeted floor, illuminated by many hanging spherical glass lamps and large chandeliers.

Tourists walk up the steps of the Church of St George during a Coptic Cairo tour

The beautiful domed fountain in the courtyard of the historic Ibn Tulun Mosque, a stop on an Islamic Cairo tour

The majestic Mosque of Mohamed Ali within the historic Citadel of Salah El Din, a prominent landmark in Cairo.

A Sideview Of Citadel Salah Eldin in Cairo, showing the massive, round-towered fortress walls towering over a lush green garden area with palm trees.

Ibn Tulun Mosque, the oldest mosque in Cairo retaining its original structure.

The massive exterior, central dome, and minarets of the mosque madrassa of sultan hassan Cairo at sunset, showcasing its Mamluk architectural grandeur.

The richly adorned Qibla wall and Mihrab Inside Sultan Hassan Mosque in Islamic cairo, showing the dramatic vaulted ceiling, intricate colored marble panels, and hanging glass lamps.

An aerial, panoramic view of the massive stone complex of the Mosque Madrasa of Sultan Hassan, showing its dome and four minarets dominating the surrounding Cairo cityscape.

Tourists at the entrance courtyard of the historic Hanging Church in Coptic Cairo.

Grand staircase leading up to the historic facade of The Hanging Church in Coptic Cairo, Egypt.

A woman strolls through Cairo's lively Khan El Khalili Bazaar, surrounded by vibrant stalls of lamps, textiles, and traditional goods.

Tour Details

Duration	8 Hours
Tour Location	Islamic & Coptic Cairo
Tour Type	Daily Tour
Pickup	Your Hotel

Private Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo

This Islamic and Coptic Cairo tour departs from your Cairo hotel and spends eight hours covering two of the city’s most significant religious districts: Islamic Cairo and Old Cairo’s Coptic Quarter. The tour visits the Salah El Din Citadel, the Mosque of Mohamed Ali, the Ibn Tulun Mosque, and the Sultan Hassan Mosque before crossing to the Hanging Church and concluding at the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. No other Cairo day tour in this sub-silo combines both districts in a single private circuit.

The day moves in a fixed sequence: pickup, drive to the Citadel complex for the Mosque of Mohamed Ali, on to Ibn Tulun Mosque, then the Sultan Hassan Mosque, a lunch stop, the Hanging Church in Old Cairo, and a closing walk through Khan El Khalili Bazaar before the drive back to your hotel. Every site is visited in person with entrance fees covered, accompanied by a licensed guide throughout. For more options in this district, see our all Cairo one-day tours collection.

No other full-day tours from Cairo hotels cover four major Islamic Cairo monuments and the Hanging Church in the same eight-hour window. If you’re comparing itineraries or looking for more sightseeing ideas across the capital, explore our Egypt Day Trips collection.

Why Book This Tour

Combines Islamic Cairo and the Coptic Quarter in one private full-day itinerary
Expert Egyptologist guides with deep knowledge of both Coptic and Islamic history
A curated itinerary covering the most important religious landmarks in Cairo
Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with hotel transfers included
Convenient 8-hour itinerary with Cairo hotel pickup and drop-off
Flexible route with customization options available on request
Itinerary can be customized on request to include adding sites

Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Cairo city hotel by Tripidays representative
All transfers via modern private vehicles
Licensed Egyptologist guide for the full 8-hour tour
Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
Lunch at a local Egyptian restaurant
One Bottled water during the tour
Full assistance during your trip
All taxes and service charges

Excluded

Personal expenses
Tips for guide and driver
Extra meals or beverages
Optional upgrades or additional sites not listed above

Highlights Coptic and Islamic Cairo Day Trip

Cairo Attractions

Salah El Din Citadel
Mosque of Mohamed Ali
Ahmad Ibn Tulun Mosque
Mosque of Sultan Hassan
Hanging Church
Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Itinerary

Your guide picks you up from your Cairo hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle and drives directly into Islamic Cairo to begin this Islamic and Coptic Cairo tour.
Salah El Din Citadel
Your first major stop is the iconic Salah El Din Citadel, a fortified masterpiece dominating Cairo’s skyline. Built in the 12th century, the Citadel offers sweeping views of the city and stands as a powerful symbol of Islamic military architecture.
Mosque of Mohamed Ali
Your guide leads you into the Alabaster Mosque, where Ottoman-style domes and twin minarets sit within the Citadel's walls. Inside, the carpeted prayer hall and hanging glass lamps reflect 19th-century Ottoman design.
Ahmad Ibn Tulun Mosque
Continue your tour at the Ahmad Ibn Tulun Mosque, one of Cairo’s oldest original mosques. Its vast courtyards and unique spiral minaret create a serene and photogenic atmosphere perfect for understanding early Islamic design.
Grand Mosque of Sultan Hassan
You step into one of Islamic Cairo's largest religious sites next, where soaring stone iwans demonstrate Mamluk-era construction at full scale. The mosque's courtyard and façade are among the most photographed in the district.
Hanging Church (Al-Moallaqa)
After lunch, your guide takes you to Old Cairo's Coptic sites, starting with the Hanging Church, built above a Roman gatehouse. Wooden ceilings and early Christian icons inside reflect Egypt's role in the spread of Coptic Christianity. Travelers wanting Coptic sites exclusively can instead book the Coptic Cairo tour.
Khan El Khalili Bazaar
From the Coptic Quarter, your driver brings you to Khan El Khalili Bazaar to close the day. Stalls selling spices, textiles, and handmade crafts line the market lanes that have operated since the 14th century.
Meals
Lunch

Note: You can let us know if you'd like to customize your tour itinerary to meet your needs. We value your input and aim to accommodate your requirements.

FAQs About Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour

The tour includes private transport, a licensed Egyptologist guide, entrance fees to all five listed sites, and lunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo are also included.

This is the only full-day tour combining four Islamic Cairo monuments with the Hanging Church in the Coptic Quarter in a single private circuit.

The tour visits the Salah El Din Citadel, the Mosque of Mohamed Ali, the Ahmad Ibn Tulun Mosque, and the Grand Mosque of Sultan Hassan in Islamic Cairo. It then continues to the Hanging Church in Coptic Cairo and closes at Khan El Khalili Bazaar. For travelers who also want to visit the Giza Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum, see our Cairo Pyramids and Museum Tour.

The tour runs 8 hours, with hotel pickup in the morning and drop-off back at your hotel by early evening. Exact pickup time is arranged with your guide ahead of the tour date.

Yes, a private air-conditioned vehicle and a licensed Egyptologist guide are included for the full day. The tour runs as a private group rather than a shared group tour.

What to Pack

Hat Backpack Comfy Shoes

Powerbank Medical Kit Comfy Clothes

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Prices By Seasons

From Jan 2026 to Apr 2026

Solo $170
2 - 4 Pax $100
5 - 8 Pax $60
9 - 16 Pax $60

From May 2026 to Sep 2026

Solo $160
2 - 4 Pax $90
5 - 8 Pax $60
9 - 16 Pax $50

From Oct 2026 to Dec 2026

Solo $170
2 - 4 Pax $100
5 - 8 Pax $60
9 - 16 Pax $60

Xmas 21 Dec - 7 Jan Easter 29 Mar - 11 Apr

Solo $170
2 - 4 Pax $100
5 - 8 Pax $60
9 - 16 Pax $60

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