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Mosque of Ibn Tulun

Mosque of Ibn Tulun: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Giza/Cairo: Day Trip to Christian and Islamic Old Cairo

1. From Giza/Cairo: Day Trip to Christian and Islamic Old Cairo

Sun Pyramids Tours guide will pick up you at 9:00Am from your Hotel to visit Old Cairo that known as Christian Coptic Cairo which is Among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is most felt still; though their stay was brief, for the Governor of what was then Fustat enraged by the tumbling down of idols at Jesus’ approach sought to kill the Child. But they took shelter from his wrath in a cave above which, in later years, the Church of Abu Serga (St Sergious) was built. This, and the whole area of the Fort of Babylon, is a destination of pilgrimage not only for the Egyptians but for Christians from around the world. An air of piety and devotion pervades the whole district there. Also There you will be able to visit and Enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old jewish synagogue – Ben Ezra Synagogue, take your delicious lunch and Then Continue to visit The Citadel of Cairo where you can visit the most famous mosque in Cairo which is Mohamed Ali`s mosque that known as the Alabaster Mosque, then visiting one of the oldest streets in Egypt “ El Moez Le Din Allah” Street, the eloquent witness for historical Cairo with the various monuments spread along both sides of the street Located Such as Bab El Fetouh and Bab El Nasr, then move towards the northern side of the city, in El Darb El Asfar, the most Ancient quarter of Islamic Cairo monuments where you visit Barqouq mosque & School in Nahassen, El Aqmar Mosque, the Mosque of El Saleh Tala , The Blue Mosque, the Dome, Hospital & School of Qalawoon etc…

Cairo: Private Tour Egyptian Museum with Coptic Cairo

2. Cairo: Private Tour Egyptian Museum with Coptic Cairo

Meet the tour guide at your accommodation inside Cairo or Giza for pick-up. Start the trip to the Egyptian Museum. The Museum has more than 100,000 piece of monument of the three ancient Egyptians kingdoms, follow the explanation given in front of the masterpieces. Watch king Tut treasures at the second floor. Walk around and take your best photos. Visit Coptic Cairo churches, the Hanging church built at the 4th century above an ancient Roman fort tower. The Crypt of the holy family known by Abu Serga church and saint Barbara Church. All are of the 4th and 5th centuries Visit Ibn Tulun Mosque, built by Ahmed Ibn Tulun the ruler of the Tulunid Muslim dynasty at the 8th century AD. The mosque is the only one in Egypt still keeps its original dimensions and has a unique Minaret style not found inside any other Mosque in Egypt. Discover all stories, walk around and take the best photos. By the end of the day tour, we drive back to your hotel for drop-off.

Cairo: Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Ibn Tulun Mosque

3. Cairo: Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Ibn Tulun Mosque

Get picked up by your guide right at your hotel inside Cairo or Giza and begin this wonderful private journey. Discover the history of the Giza Pyramids, the construction methods used and the secrets of its symbols. Visit the wealthy Egyptian Museum and its precious collection, end the day tour with a visit to the oldest market in Egypt Enjoy all the famous monuments. Get as close to the Pyramids as you choose, take Instagram-worthy photos and stroll around to take in this majestic destination. If you choose to buy an extra ticket to step inside the Pyramid passage corridor. Walk towards the Panorama plateau for more photo-snapping. Move on to the Sphinx side. Admire this iconic sculpture, as well as the Valley Temple. Take a moment to truly take in the uniqueness of this place and make sure to ask your guide any lingering questions to make the most of this visit. Visit the Egyptian Museum, with more than 100,000 monuments and artifacts included in the exhibitions. Allow your guide to describe the masterpieces of the three kingdoms during ancient Egyptian times. Watch the original pieces of monuments. Visit the King Tut collection on the second floor, discover all about ancient Egyptian history, their artifacts, and symbols. Walk around, explore, and take the best photos. Visit Ibn Tulun Mosque, built by Ahmed Ibn Tulun the ruler of the Tulunid Muslim dynasty at the 8th century AD. The mosque is the only one in Egypt still keeps its original dimensions and has a unique Minaret style not found inside any other Mosque in Egypt. Discover all stories, walk around and take the best photos. By the end of the day tour, we drive back to your hotel for drop-off.

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What people are saying about Mosque of Ibn Tulun

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5.0 / 5

based on 6 reviews

Salib is a gread experient and friendly guide with a deep knowledge on Egypt history, culture and religion and has provid a gread experience during the tour in the Egypcian Museum and the Copta and Islamic Cairo with his knowledge. After the tour he take me to do some shopping in some very nice stores.

Salib has all the information required to explain and show the places around. Very sincere and dedicated person. Good experience!

Knowledgeable guide, great transportation. Family really enjoyed this learning experience.