Islamic and Coptic Cairo Tour: Mosques, Churches and Lanes

This Islamic and Coptic Cairo tour explores the two historic faces of the city: the medieval Islamic districts and the old Christian quarter in the south. You travel by private car from your hotel in Cairo or Giza, with a guide, entry tickets and lunch available depending on the option you choose.

What you will see

• Islamic Cairo: the historic centre listed by UNESCO as Historic Cairo, a dense area of mosques, madrasas, gates and minarets built over many centuries, with the Citadel of Saladin rising above it.
• Coptic Cairo: the old Christian quarter, known for the Hanging Church, the Church of Abu Serga, the Ben Ezra Synagogue and the Coptic Museum, all within a few streets of each other.

The exact landmarks visited in each area are confirmed when you book, so let us know if there is a mosque or church you particularly want to see.

Good to know

Both areas are active places of worship. Wear clothing that covers shoulders and knees; women may be asked to cover their hair in mosques, so a light scarf is useful. Shoes are removed before entering mosques.

Much of the day is spent walking through narrow streets, so comfortable shoes make a big difference. The car-with-driver option suits independent travellers who prefer to explore at their own pace, while the guided options add context to the architecture and history of each place.