From Alexandria Port : Day Trip to Christian and Islamic Old

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ID: GYG486312-860262
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Country: Egypt

Duration: 08:00 hours


Description

Discover the rich history of Old Cairo on a guided day tour. See how ancient cultures have left their mark as you visit the Church of Abu-Sergah, the Hanging Church, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Upon your cruise arrival at Alexandria port, your tour manager from Sun Pyramids Tours will pick you up holding a sign of your name, then you will be escorted to Cairo by air -conditioned vehicle ( about 3 hours drive). Enjoy your journey to the Old Cairo that known as Christian Coptic Cairo which is Among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is most felt still; though their stay was brief, for the Governor of what was then Fustat enraged by the tumbling down of idols at Jesus’ approach sought to kill the Child. But they took shelter from his wrath in a cave above which, in later years, the Church of Abu Serga (St Sergious) was built. This, and the whole area of the Fort of Babylon, is a destination of pilgrimage not only for the Egyptians but for Christians from around the world. An air of piety and devotion pervades the whole district there. Also There you will be able to visit and Enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old jewish synagogue – Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Take your delicious lunch and Then Continue to visit The Citadel of Cairo where you can visit the most famous mosque in Cairo which is Mohamed Ali`s mosque that known as the Alabaster Mosque,
After that have a visit to the old market Khan El Khalili.

Highlights

  • Visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque inside the Citadel of Salah El Din. Continue
  • Visit to the mosque of Ahmed Ibn Tulun (the oldest Mosque still intact in Egypt)
  • Private All Languages speaking Egyptologist guide.
  • Enjoy an authentic lunch at a local restaurant.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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NOT INCLUDED

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.