Azhar Mosque and Islamic Sites
Explore the major Cairo Islamic mosques and monuments including El Azhar, the first Islamic University, Al Mouayyed Mosque, Bab Zuweila which was built under the supervision of Badr Al Dein Al Gamal, Al Hussein Mosque, and Beit El Sehimy the unique Islamic house.
Tour Itineraries
mon ami TRAVEL tour guide will pickup you from your hotel and transfer you to the heart of Islamic Cairo to explore the major sites during the Islamic period in Egypt, we will start with El Azhar, the first Islamic University, established in 972 (361 H) shortly after the founding of Cairo itself, it was originally designed by the Fatimid general Jawhar El-Sequili and built on the orders of Caliph Muezz Li-Din Allah. Then we visit Al Mouayyed Mosque which was constructed between 1415 and 1422 AD
After that we visit Bab Zuweila which was built under the supervision of Badr Al Dein Al Gamal. And cross the road to Al Hussein Mosque, and onto Beit El Sehimy the unique Islamic house. Continue walking to Al Hakam Mosque one of the Fatimide Mosques, then to Bab al Fetouh and Bab Al Nasr which were built under the supervision of Gawhar El Sakaly.
Tour Info
Trip Duration | 4 hours approximately |
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Trip Type | Historical Mosques / Islamic Sites |
Trip runs | Daily |
Starting from | Your hotel in Cairo or Giza |
Ends in | Your hotel in Cairo or Giza |
Pickup Time | 09:00 AM or 12:00 PM |
Tour Price
Single Person | 2-4 Persons | 5-9 Persons | 10-14 Persons |
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US$ 94 | US$ 55 | US$ 35 | US$ 30 |
Price Includes:
- Round trip transfers from and to your location
- All transfers by air conditioned vehicle
- Professional Egyptologist guide (All major languages are available)
- Entrance fees
- Taxes and service charge
- Assistance of mon ami TRAVEL during trip
Price Excludes:
- Tips and gratuities
- Meals except where indicated
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
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