Old Cairo Day Tour
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and be ready to travel magically through the eras again, finding yourself amid one of the strongest citadels in the Middle East at the Middle Times, Salah El_Dien Citadel, where you can live a comprehensive historical experience, feeling as if you are in a historical movie but in the true world of fortresses. Then, inside this great citadel with strong, unique architecture that takes you through the events of 1176 and 1183 CE until the Mohammed Ali Family, this citadel was the seat of government during this time.
Inside this majestic historical spot, you will find a giant piece of jewelry shining; it is the Mosque of Mohamed Ali Pasha. Once entering, you will find yourself amid amazing decorations of the unique historical Islamic eras that are distinguished by their overlapping colors, massive, rich, handmade, glimmering chandeliers that cover most of the mosque area in a dazzling view, and shiny decorations that cover the whole walls; besides, the green podiums inlaid with golden decorations create an enchanting scene. Immerse yourself inside this great historical spot with amazing decorations.
Then, complete your tour in the heart of old Cairo, arriving at Al Azhar Mosque and University with its amazing shiny white courtyard and rich decorations with amazing glimmering chandeliers. Let the historical marvel of the Al-Azhar Mosque take you to the dazzling historical Islamic decorations.
Just cross the street to find yourself amid a time gap, accompanying you to the heart of the Fatimid and Mamluk eras. You are now walking on historical tiles dating back hundreds of years, while the historical atmosphere is the same with the giant historical architecture bright with outstanding, rich, and remarkable decoration, and the small shops displaying charming handicrafts exist in the middle of this world, and you can buy a souvenir from them, as if you are taking a piece of history to your home, from Khan Al-Khalili and Al-Moez Street; every step amidst oriental incense and historical fragrances will make you feel as if you are in a world of fantasy.
Then, relish a tasty local Egyptian lunch at a nice restaurant in Cairo and head back to the hotel for a relaxing night.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch