Cairo Coptic and Islamic Heritage Tour: Explore Historic Sites on Your Stopover
Cairo Coptic and Islamic Heritage Tour: Explore Historic Sites on Your Stopover
Make the most of your brief stopover in Cairo by exploring the city's rich Islamic and Christian heritage. With just a few hours, you can visit ancient churches and mosques, gaining a deep understanding of Egypt's Coptic and Islamic history. Dive into the past and marvel at the architectural wonders that Cairo has to offer.
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With just a few hours to spare during your stopover in Cairo, you have the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of the city's religious heritage. Explore an array of ancient churches and mosques, each telling a unique story of Cairo's Islamic and Christian past. This whirlwind tour offers a deep dive into the historic religious landscape of Egypt, providing a thorough understanding of its Coptic and Islamic history in a succinct and memorable way.
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Itinerary
Explore Cairo's Religious Heritage in a Few Hours
Few hours stopover in Cairo are enough to see many Islamic and Christian monuments in the city. Visit old churches and mosques and have comprehensive idea about the Coptic and Islamic history of Egypt.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Go for a visit to the Hanging Church, one of the most beautiful churches that were built in the 5th century. Consecrated to Virgin Mary, The church was built above one of the towers of the fort of Babylon. It has 110 beautiful icons and once was the seat of the Patriarch in the 14th century. Your guide will explain to you all about the church and its beautiful ceiling, screens of the altars, pulpit, and all of its basic components.
Day 1: Visit the oldest Jewish temple in Cairo. Ben Ezra temple is one among the other 11 synagogues in Egypt and is named after a merchant from Jerusalem called Ben Ezra. You will be given a full history of the synagogue and the history, customs, and traditions of the Jewish community in Egypt.
Day 1: The next stop will be on the most famous street in Cairo named El Moez. You will walk by the huge city walls and gates dating back to the 10th century. you will visit the famous mosque complexes such as Qalawon and Baroque. Through the walking tour, you will explore the street life of the city with its old coffee shops and mansions.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Airport pickup and drop off
- Transport by air conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
Exclusions
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Important Notes
- A few hours stopover in Cairo allows for visiting numerous Islamic and Christian monuments.
- Explore old churches and mosques to gain a comprehensive understanding of the Coptic and Islamic history of Egypt.
- Transfer durations are approximate and depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.
- The tour is not stroller accessible.
- Pets are not allowed.
- There is no public transportation nearby.
- Infants must not sit on laps.
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible.