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Wonderful Tour to Saladin Citadel and Coptic Cairo

Discover the wonders of Islamic and Coptic Cairo through this magical Tour to Saladin Citadel and Coptic Cairo. Full-day tour visiting Islamic and Coptic Cairo. It will undoubtedly provide you with the most tranquil and beautiful day of your vacation. Take this day excursion to see Cairo’s splendor and add quality to your Egypt travels.

A representative from Egypt Fun Tours will meet you at your hotel. Begin your vacation with a spiritually relaxing day tour of Cairo’s Islamic and Coptic landmarks.

Visit Salah El Din Citadel to see the Mohamed Ali Mosque, then head to Al Gowhara Palace. Next, explore Ibn Tulun Mosque, Gair Anderson Museum, and Old Cairo, where you’ll find the Roman fort, Hanging Church, and St. Sergius Church. Finish your journey by visiting the Coptic Museum’s treasure collection. Return to the hotel.

  • Door-to-door transfer
  • All tours
  • Private tour guide
  • Mineral bottled water
  • Lunch (optional)
  • Air-conditioned transportation

About Saladin Citadel

The Saladin Citadel, also known as the Citadel of Cairo, is a medieval fortress located in the city of Cairo, Egypt.

  1. Saladin, a Kurdish ruler in the 12th century, built it to protect Cairo from potential Crusader attacks and to provide a secure center of government for his new regime. The location, situated on a promontory beneath the Muqattam Hills, made it difficult to attack.
  2. Saladin’s successors expanded and developed the Citadel during the Mamluk period, culminating in the construction projects of Sultan al-Nasir Muhammad in the 14th century.

In the first half of the 19th century, Muhammad Ali Pasha demolished many of the older buildings and built new palaces and monuments all across the site, giving it much of its present form.

The Citadel underwent major development during the Mamluk Sultanate period that followed and became the seat of government in Egypt and the residence of its rulers for nearly 700 years from the 13th to the 19th centuries. The site also includes mosques and museums and is now a preserved historic site.

About Coptic Cairo

Coptic Cairo, a historic neighborhood in Old Cairo, is known for its Coptic Christian churches and sites. According to tradition, the Holy Family visited and stayed at Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church.

The Persians built a fort here in the 6th century BC, leading to Christian establishment during and after the Islamic conquest in the 7th century. Key churches include the Hanging Church and the Church of the Holy Virgin. Today, it remains predominantly Christian and features the Coptic Museum and the ancient Babylon Fortress.

Coptic Cairo offers visitors a chance to explore its maze-like streets filled with historical buildings and religious sites. Key activities include visiting churches, the museum, and the ancient fortress, and experiencing local culture, all showcasing Egypt’s early Christian heritage.

Price is quoted per person in USD

Solo Traveler: $ +70% of adult rate
2 to 3 people: $
4 to 6 people: $
7 to 15 people: $

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Prices: Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Price varies depending on your group size

0 – 05.99 Free of Charge
6 – 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
12+ pay full tour price per adult person.
Notes: Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)

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