Islamic Cairo
Overview
Duration
02 Cities
Private tour
Everyday
If you are planning a trip to Cairo, you are in for an unforgettable experience. This city blends rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture into one amazing destination. Our Islamic tour package is designed to help you explore the best of Cairo’s heritage with ease and comfort.
You will visit some of the most beautiful and historic Islamic sites, see the world-famous pyramids that tell stories from ancient times, and Wander through lively markets filled with unique crafts and local flavors.
Itinerary
Day 1Cairo (Arrival)
Arrival to Cairo International Airport, meeting & assistance through passports and customs formalities by the representative of Continental Tours.
Transfer to your hotel by private car or air-conditioned bus.
Overnight.
Day 2Giza - Cairo
After breakfast, start a full day tour of the Giza Pyramids, the Valley Temple, and the Sphinx and proceed to Zuhr Prayer at the Sayeda Zeinab Mosque.
After the prayer, continue to visit the Sayeda Aisha Mosque and the Citadel of Salah Eldin and the Mohamed Ali Mosque inside the Citadel where you can pray the Asr Prayer.
After the prayer, visit the Citadel’s Green Mosque and transfer Back to your hotel.
Overnight.
Day 3Cairo
After breakfast, start a full day tour of Islamic Cairo by visiting the oldest mosque in Africa, Amr Ibn El As Mosque and drive around Fustat City that was built by Amr Ibn El As.
Proceed to pray Zuhr Prayer at Imam Al Hussien Mosque and after the prayer, walk around to visit El Moez Street and see El Nassir Mohamed Mosque and Madrassa, El-Hakim Mosque, and arrive at Bab El-Futuh, where you see Old Cairo Gates.
Pray the Asr Prayer at AL Azhar Mosque and enjoy after a free shopping time at the Khan El Khalili bazaars.
Overnight.
Day 4Cairo
After breakfast, drive to visit the Imam El Shafi’i Mosque and Mausoleum and continue to pray Zuhr Prayer at Sayeda Nafisa Mosque and Maqam.
After the prayer, continue to visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square and Pray Asr at Omar Makram Mosque.
After the prayer, enjoy a free shopping time in the downtown area founded by Khedive Ismail to resemble Paris.
Overnight.
Day 5Cairo
After breakfast, start a full day tour of the Ibn Tulun Mosque, the Gayer Anderson Museum, and then pray Zuhr Prayer at Sayeda Aisha Mosque.
After the prayer continue to visit the Museum of Islamic Art, to see the masterpieces left during Fatimid, Ayyubid, and Mamluk Eras.
In the afternoon, continue to visit Sultan Hassan Mosque and proceed to pray Asr Prayer at Al Rifai Mosque.
Overnight.
Day 6Cairo (Final Departure)
After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for final departure, assistance through formalities provided by the representative of Continental Tours.
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Prices and accommodation
DIAMOND PACKAGE
October 2025 – April 2026
Hotels
Cairo Sheraton Hotel & Casino
GOLD PACKAGE
October 2025 – April 2026
Hotels
Steigenberger Hotel Tahrir
SILVER PACKAGE
October 2025 – April 2026
Hotels
President Hotel
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- Summer rates are valid from May 01st until September 30th and Winter rates are valid from October 01st until April 30th.
- Rates are quoted per person per package.
- There is a rate supplement during peak periods (Christmas, New Year’s Eve & Easter holidays).
- The above rates are based on the above-mentioned hotels and Nile cruises, or a similar category in case of unavailability at the time of your booking.
- Hotel accommodations are always based on Continental breakfast with a supplement for other breakfast types. You will be notified about the breakfast types offered at the time of your reservation and their supplements.
- Nile cruises are always on full board basis (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
We offer a flexible child policy for adults traveling with children on holiday:
- Infants from 0 – 1.99 years old are Free of Charge.
- Children from 2 – 5.99 years old are charged only 25% of the package rate.
- Children from 6 – 11.99 years old are charged only 50% of the package rate.
- Adults 12 years old + are charged full package rate.
- The above Children Policy applies only to children who share rooms with their parents (maximum one child sharing parent’s room).
- If your package rate includes domestic flights, ferry boats, or trains, an extra supplement may be applied. Our travel consultants will confirm full Children Policy details before confirming your reservation.
- Once your booking is finalized following email correspondences between you and our travel consultants, you will receive a final detailed quotation and will be asked to select a method of payment to pay a deposit of 25 % of the total cost of the services agreed upon (50 % deposit in Christmas, New Year, & Easter holidays).
- Full payment has to be settled at least five working days before arrival (ten working days in Christmas, New Year, & Easter holidays).
If you decide to cancel your trip, the following charges will be applied:
– From the day of your booking confirmation until 61 days before the arrival date, 15 % of the total tour price will be charged.
– 35 % (50 % in peak periods) of the total tour price if cancelled 60-31 days before the arrival date.
– 50 % (75% in peak periods) of the total tour price if cancelled 30-15 days before the arrival date.
– 100 % of the total tour price if cancelled 14-1 days before the arrival date.
Tipping for a good service is normal in Egypt, but it is not a must. Feel free to show your satisfaction to a service provider by offering a tip.