Santana Hotel Cairo
Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids, Coptic Cairo & Sultan Hassan Mosque
Historical Tours 6–8 hours 4.9 · 10 reviews Offered in: Arabic, German, English, French

Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids, Coptic Cairo & Sultan Hassan Mosque

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Overview

Our Egyptologist guide will accompany you to an excursion where you will enjoy sightseeing of great Pyramids of Giza followed by a stop at the Sphinx.
(Optional) enjoy an unforgettable Camel or Horse Ride around these great structures.

Then you will go to Coptic Cairo also called old Cairo where you will see the remains of the Roman fortress of Babylon (2nd century A.D), and visit the hanging church of Virgin Mary built over the fortress tower, the church of Abu Serga (St. Sergio) with Holy Crypt where the Holy Family stayed for three months and the Synagogue of Ben Ezra, believed to be the place where Baby Moses was found by the Pharaoh’s wife.

Later you will go to Islamic Cairo to Visit Sultan Hassan Mosque and Madrasa (school); followed by a visit to El-Rifa'i Mosque.

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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Mobile ticket

What's included

Private Egyptologist Tour Guide.

Main Entrance Ticket to all mentioned sites

Botteld Mineral Water.

Private Air-Conditioned Modern Vehicle.

Lunch at Good Quality Restaurant.

Pick up from hotel and Return back.

Tipping for guide and driver (Recommend).

Camel Ride (Optional).

Meeting and pickup

Pickup is offered for all travelers.

What to expect

  1. Pyramids of Giza

    2 hours 30 min

    Our Egyptologist guide will accompany you to an excursion where you will enjoy sightseeing of the great Pyramids of Cheops, Chephren and Mykerinus, followed by a stop at the Sphinx.
    (Optional) enjoy an unforgettable Camel Ride around these great structures

  2. Great Sphinx

    30 min

    A stop at the Sphinx; an ancient symbol of the pharaohs’ wisdom and strength embodied in a huge sculpture of a pharaoh’s head on a lion’s body.

  3. Coptic Cairo

    1 hour 30 min

    You will go to Coptic Cairo also called old Cairo where you will see the remains of the Roman fortress of Babylon (2nd century A.D), and visit the hanging church of Virgin Mary built over the fortress tower, the church of Abu Serga (St. Sergio) with Holy Crypt where the Holy Family stayed for three months and the Synagogue of Ben Ezra, believed to be the place where Baby Moses was found by the Pharaoh’s wife.

  4. Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan

    45 min

    Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hasan is a monumental mosque and madrasa located in Salah al-Din Square in the historic district of Cairo, Egypt. It was built between 1356 and 1363 during the Bahri Mamluk period, commissioned by Sultan Al-Nasir Hasan. The mosque was considered remarkable for its massive size and innovative architectural components, and is still considered one of the most impressive historic monuments in Cairo today.

  5. Al Rifai Mosque

    30 min

    Al-Refai or the Refaai Mosque is located in Citadel Square, adjacent to the Cairo Citadel. Now, it is also the royal mausoleum of Muhammad Ali's family. The building is located opposite the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan which dates from around 1361, and was architecturally conceived as a complement to the older structure. This was part of a vast campaign by the 19th century rulers of Egypt to both associate themselves with the perceived glory of earlier periods in Egypt's Islamic history and modernize the city.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

Times are local to the experience (Africa/Cairo).

Additional Information

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 15 travelers per booking
  • Each booking must include at least one adult.

FAQs about Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids, Coptic Cairo & Sultan Hassan Mosque

Can I cancel Guided Tour to Giza Pyramids, Coptic Cairo & Sultan Hassan Mosque for free?

Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

How long does it take?

It takes about 6–8 hours.

Is pickup offered?

Pickup is offered for all travelers.

What's included?

  • Private Egyptologist Tour Guide.
  • Main Entrance Ticket to all mentioned sites
  • Botteld Mineral Water.
  • Private Air-Conditioned Modern Vehicle.
  • Lunch at Good Quality Restaurant.
  • Pick up from hotel and Return back.

What's not included?

  • Tipping for guide and driver (Recommend).
  • Camel Ride (Optional).

Which places does it visit?

It visits Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx, Coptic Cairo, Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan, Al Rifai Mosque.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is offered in Arabic, German, English, French.

What fitness level is needed?

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.

Is it suitable for children?

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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