hotel breakfast service. You will then start your tour of Cairo’s Islamic and Coptic neighborhoods. This visit is crucial because you will learn about Egypt’s glorious past. You will learn about both Islamic and Coptic histories.
You will go to the Ahmed Ibn Tulun Mosque, which is Cairo’s oldest still-standing and operational Islamic structure. Due to its prominence in the Islamic world, it also exists as a unique example of the time and architecture of the classical phase of Islam, or the ninth and tenth centuries.
Next, head to the Sultan Hassan Mosque, which is regarded as Cairo’s most aesthetically cohesive and compact structure. The structure was built in 1256 AD as a mosque and theological school for all sects of Sultan Hassan bin Mohammad bin Qala’oun.
Then you will go to El Refa’i Mosque, which is situated across a pedestrian street from Sultan Hassan Mosque. Have lunch at one of the eateries around here.
After that, you’ll begin your Coptic Tour with the Hanging Church (also known as the Church of the Virgin Mary), which was incorporated into the Roman fortress’s Water Gate walls. Given that it was built somewhere in the fourth century, it may be the oldest Christian church in Egypt.
You will then go to the Church of St. Sergius (Abu Serga), which, according to history, is situated atop one of the locations where the Holy Family reportedly rested while fleeing from Herod.
Following this walk leads to Egypt’s oldest synagogue, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, which was built in the ninth century. You’ll return to your accommodation once this beautiful and unforgettable tour is over. Cairo overnight stay.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
