The Magic of Islamic Cairo Day Tour 2025

The Magic of Islamic Cairo Day Tour is a unique and special opportunity to explore the most beautiful and charming Islamic architecture, including the largest mosques in Cairo as well as Cairo’s Citadel of Saladin. Enjoy discovering the breathtaking treasures of the historic Islamic town while losing yourself in the splendor of the Middle Ages. The Magic of Islamic Cairo Day Tour is a not-to-be-missed excursion. Book this magical day tour to avoid regretting it!

Tour Details

The Magic of Islamic Cairo Day Tour Details

Duration: 1 Day
Tour Location: Old Cairo
Tour Availability: Available Everyday
Pickup & Drop Off: Your Hotel in Cairo
Tour Type: Private

Tour Highlights

The Magic of Islamic Cairo Day Tour Highlights

Cairo Highlights

Salah El Din Citadel
Mohamed Ali Mosque
Al Rifai Mosque
Sultan Hassan Mosque
Ibn Tulun Mosque

Tour Inclusions

The Service of pick up from your hotel and return.
Egyptologist tour guide during the tours.
A deluxe private air-conditioned vehicle throughout your trip.
Admission fees to all the sights listed in the itinerary.
Lunch meal.
Bottled water on the vehicle.
All charges and taxes.

Tour Exclusions

Tipping.
Any Optional Tours.

Tour Itinerary

Detailed Itinerary of The Magic of Islamic Cairo Day Tour

We will pick you up from your accommodation in Cairo so that you may travel with our knowledgeable tour guide and see the top historical and Islamic Cairo sights, which include:

Citadel of Salah El Din: One of the most prominent military castles built in the Middle Ages is Salah El-Din Citadel, which has defensive value due to its strategic position over the towns of Cairo and Al Fustat. The Citadel was built in the 12th century to protect Cairo against the Crusaders, and it served as the capital of Egypt during the Ayyubid, Mamluk, and Ottoman dynasties.

Mosque of Mohamed Ali: Mohammed Ali Pasha founded Cairo Citadel in 1830 AD, and construction on Mohamed Ali Mosque proceeded until his passing in 1848 AD, making it the tallest point within. One of the most notable Islamic attractions in Cairo, the mosque’s external architecture was inspired by the Sultan Ahmad Mosque in Istanbul.

Lunch will be served at a nearby eatery, after which we’ll go to see:

Mosque and Madrassa of Sultan Hassan: One of the most valuable examples of early Mamluk architecture, which was built between 1356 and 1363 AD, is the Sultan Hassan Madrassa Mosque. The mosque was constructed using enormous stone blocks, which came to symbolize the completion of all the architectural endeavors undertaken throughout the Mamluk era.

Mosque of Al Rifai: The Al Refaie Mosque, which was established by Khoshiar Hanim, the mother of Khedive Ismail, is another magnificent Islamic structure in Cairo. Construction started in 1869 AD and was finished in 1911 AD. However, from 1880 to 1905 AD, construction on its structure was halted for around 25 years. The family graves of Mohamed Ali were located in the mosque.

Mosque of Ibn Tulun

Between 876 and 879 AD, Ahmed Ibn Tulun, appointed by the Abbasid Caliph as governor of Al Fustat, erected the Ibn Tulun Mosque, Cairo’s oldest and largest mosque. The mosque’s interior design was inspired by the Abbasid architectural style, and it features a large courtyard with artistically painted arches.