Your journey starts with airport reception at Cairo International Airport because your guide will meet you upon your arrival. The starting point takes you to Islamic Cairo before settling into an air-conditioned vehicle to embark on your historical tour.
The first attraction at your destination is the Citadel of Saladin which features a fort overlooking the entire metropolis. Once inside you can admire the magnificent Alabaster Mosque known as Mohamed Ali Mosque which displays grand Ottoman architecture together with its luxurious interior. Your guide will provide you with stories about both the historical significance and builder of this structure.
The adventure leads you to Al-Muizz Street which displays Fatimid and Mamluk-era buildings including mosques madrasas and palaces that have been perfectly preserved. You can enjoy Egyptian history at its finest through an open museum experience in this section.
The Sultan Hassan Mosque stands majestic with its Mamluk architectural grandeur along with its extensive ornamentation in short transportation. Overshadowing the Sultan Hassan Mosque stands the Al-Rifa’i Mosque which contains both Egyptian royal family interments and burial chambers of the last Shah of Iran.
A visit to Islamic Cairo needs a stop at the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Experience a stroll through the tight alleyways lined with shops offering handmade goods as well as spices and jewelry followed by local souvenirs. The traditional cafés offer both Egyptian mint tea and Arabic coffee where tourists can enjoy a rest while observing daily life along with the atmosphere.
Your driver will escort you from your memorable historical tour back to Cairo Airport at the beginning of your departure time. Your vacation will produce enduring memories. Additionally, you will have developed a greater awareness of Cairo's deep Islamic historical heritage.
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