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Tour 5 - Private Tour: Alabaster Mosque, Sultan Hassan, Khan el-Khalili
offered by supplier M19423 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 1
day(s)
Group Size: 1
- 25
people
Destination(s):
Egypt
Specialty Categories:
Cultural Journey
Season: January - December
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: No
Minimum Per Person Price: 50 US Dollar (USD)
Maximum Per Person Price: 50 US Dollar (USD)
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The Alabaster Mosque at the Citadel of Salah el-Din sits atop a limestone hill overlooking Cairo and is the most important mosque in the city. Still used a place of worship today by the Muslims of Cairo, the architectural masterpiece opens its doors to visitors of all faiths. The lower part of the Mosque is clad inside and out with Alabaster, while the top part is constructed from the limestone cladding removed from the Pyramids of Giza. Inside the mosque your guide will introduce you to the basics of the beliefs of Islam, including a translation of the most common prayers.
Legend has it that Salah ad-Din chose the site for its healthy air. The story goes that he hung pieces of meat up all around Cairo. The meat spoilt within a day everywhere except in the Citadel area, where it remained fresh for several days. Continuing to Khan el Khalili bazaar, your guide will give you an introduction to the famous markets which claim to have inspired Christopher Columbus to discover the USA. Enjoy free time to stroll through the maze of streets and try your luck bargaining with the shop owners for a souvenir of your trip to Egypt.
Continue to the Mosque and Madrassa (school) of Sultan Hassan. Built between 1356 and 1363, and is believed to be one of the finest examples of Mamluk architecture in Cairo. The mosque is also considered one of the largest, not only in Cairo but in the whole Islamic world, measuring some 492 feet (150 meters) long and 118 feet (36 meters) high. The highest minaret is 223 feet (68 meters) tall. This is a private tour allowing you to determine the amount of time spent at each site during the tour. In addition you will have the chance to visit a Papyrus Institute to see how this famous artwork is made.
Departure Dates: Daily.
Departure Point: Tour departs from centrally located Cairo hotels.
Departure Time: 8.30 am.
Return Details: Tour returns to original point of departure.
Hotel Pickup: Tour departs from centrally located Cairo hotels. Please include the details of your hotel at the time of booking.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
- Transport by air conditioned vehicle.
Price Excludes:
- Optional gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
Additional Info:
- This tour must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation of this product will be received at time of booking
- Tour is operated in English. French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch and Russian speaking guides are available, if requested at time of booking
- Minibus transport is wheelchair accessible.
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Africa
Egypt
Local Culture
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