Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo
Cairo, Egypt

Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo

Outty Ranking 70 4.6 · 12 traveler reviews6 hoursFrom $5
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Outty Ranking

70/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.6/5

Based on 12 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo worth booking?

Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo is a 6-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $5 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 12 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
70 / 100
Rating
4.6/5 (12)
Duration
6 hours
From
$5 per person

Embark on an enlightening journey through Cairo's rich history with our Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo. Our tour starts and concludes with a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off service, ensuring your utmost convenience. As you traverse Cairo's eye-catching landmarks, you will travel in absolute comfort in a private air-conditioned vehicle or minibus. To keep you refreshed, bottled water is also included in the tour. Immerse yourself in the historical splendor of Cairo like never before on this memorable day-out.

What you get

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
  • Live or Audio Guide (As Per Tour option selected)
  • Bottle of water

About this experience

Embark on an enlightening journey through Cairo's rich history with our Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo. Our tour starts and concludes with a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off service, ensuring your utmost convenience. As you traverse Cairo's eye-catching landmarks, you will travel in absolute comfort in a private air-conditioned vehicle or minibus. To keep you refreshed, bottled water is also included in the tour. Immerse yourself in the historical splendor of Cairo like never before on this memorable day-out.

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
  • Live or Audio Guide (As Per Tour option selected)
  • Bottle of water

Not included

  • Personal Items
  • Tipping
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch

What you'll see and do

  1. Coptic Cairo

    Cairo's day tours to Christian and Islamic Sights starts at 8:00 am Pickup from your hotel in Cairo By Tour guide to Start your full day tour visiting 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,

    90 minutes here · Admission not included

  2. The Hanging Church

    The Hanging Church is named for its location above a gatehouse of Babylon Fortress, the Roman fortress in Coptic Cairo (Old Cairo); its nave is suspended over a passage. The church is approached by twenty-nine steps; early travelers to Cairo dubbed it "the Staircase Church".

    30 minutes here · Admission not included

  3. Synagogue Ben Ezra

    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.

    30 minutes here · Admission not included

  4. Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus

    Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara

    30 minutes here · Admission not included

  5. Al Rifai Mosque

    Then followed by another big famous Mosque Which is Al-Rifa’i Mosque The building is located opposite the Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan, which dates from around 1361, and was architecturally conceived as a complement to the older structure.

    30 minutes here · Admission not included

  6. Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan

    hen followed by a visit to the Most and Biggest mosques in Cairo which is El Sultan Hassan Mosque that also known as `Madrasa El Sultan Hassan` that was founded by Sultan Hassan in 1356 A.D The Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan is a massive Mamluk era mosque and madrassa located near The Citadel in Cairo.

    30 minutes here · Admission not included

  7. Citadel of Saladin

    Then 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

    60 minutes here · Admission not included

  8. Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-As

    then visit hat was founded in 641 A.D By the First Muslam leader Amr Ibn Elas Over there in Islamic Cairo you will be able to Visit and Enter the Following Mosques `Masjid` Amr Ibn Elas Mosque that was built in 642 A.D By the Muslim leader Amr Ibn Elas at El FUSTAT area

    30 minutes here · Admission not included

  9. Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar

    Then End your day tour with a visit to Khan Khalili Bazaar At the end of the Tour, you will be transferred back to your Hotel there is possibility of entering any of the Coptic Museum or the Islamic Museum or Felucca boat ride sailing on the Nile But this can be added in the middle of the booking process because it requires additional fees

    30 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers.

Options you can book

  • Tour with Live Guide & pickup

    Tour with Live Guide Pickup included

  • Tour with Audio Guide (Available with 82 Language)

    Tour with Audio Guide Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
hi, de, ps, pt, fil, hr, hu, hak, uk, ur, ml, mr, ms, el, en, it, my, es, ar, vi, ja, fa, ro, nl, no, hsn, ru, fi, cmn, yue, jv, bn, fr, zh-TW, wuu, sk, sr, sv, ko, ku, ta, mnp, gu, cs, te, pa, th, zh-CN, pl, he, da, tr
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 30 travelers per booking
Operated by
Emo Tours Egypt

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

9 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

8 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Food and drink

2 mentions

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

Traveler reviews

13 verified traveler reviews for Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Ester_H · October 2026

Best Tour Guide

I am rating our guide and not the logistics company Emo Tours. They seemed to not share our booking with our guide and there was some delay and confusion in the morning. Once we meet up with our guide Mina the day was wonderful! Very knowledgeable and so in love with his country. He excitedly took us through the historic mosques and coptic churches. Explained everything in great detail. He made us feel like a family member visiting and he was showing us his favorite sites. The sites are unique and historically significant for both Christians and Muslims. Wonderful to witness the history of Egypt.

via Viator

Paul_F · March 2026

Very interesting and...

Very interesting and informative tour. I appreciate the guides suggestions for modifying the itinerary.

Response from the operator: Dear Paul, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback! We are delighted to hear that you had a very interesting and informative tour exploring Coptic and Islamic Cairo. It is great to know that you appreciated your guide’s helpful suggestions for tailoring the itinerary to suit your experience. Thank you for choosing Emo Tours Egypt, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future! Warm regards, ziad

via Viator

GAVIN_S · March 2026

Underwhelming Day Tour

This was our fourth and last tour in Cairo and we chose to visit Coptic & Islamic Cairo. Just few minutes into the tour and we felt uncomfortable with our guide yet we continued with the tour. Our guide Isaac, had a very unprofessional approach and an ego issue which was clearly shown in the way he spoke and managed the tour which took away from the experience. As tourist, the least we expect from a guide is Kindness and to look out for us as we depend on them when booking such expensive tours. Compared to all other amazing Cairo outings we did, sadly this was the only underwhelming experience of our Egypt Holiday.

via Viator

Michael_G · January 2026

Good Day Out.

Good day out with tasty buffet lunch. Knowledgeable guide and good driver. Recommended to see Coptic and Islamic sights in Cairo in relaxed atmosphere.

via Viator

AlyLewandowski · May 2021

Wounderful time with Ehab hoba

Wonderful time exploring the Mosques and Churches in Cairo. Ehab was more than knowledgeable in everything and very nice. Definitely will recommend Emo Tours and Ehab to all of my friends.

Response from the operator: Dear our valued customer Thank you so much for your kind words, We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us .We count ourselves lucky for customers like you. We look forward to seeing you again in the future! Best regards, Emo Tours Egypt

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
6 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$5 to $60
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
4
Verdict
Solid Choice

Who runs this experience

Operated by Emo Tours Egypt, who run 13 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 63.6.

See everything Emo Tours Egypt runs

Why this scores 70

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)82
Review evidence (18% weight)46
Booking momentum (14% weight)36
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)89
Local standing (8% weight)39
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cairo.

How much does Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo cost?

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Prices start at $5 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cairo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo take?

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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cairo is not rushed.

Is Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 12 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cairo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo?

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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cairo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cairo and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cairo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Cairo?

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On Outty we rank every Cairo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include All-in-One Giza Tour, inside Pyramid, sphinx, Camel ride & lunch, VIP Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx Tour –Inside the Pyramids&More, Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Cairo?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Cairo?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

What is included in Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo?

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Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle; Live or Audio Guide (As Per Tour option selected); and Bottle of water. Not included: Personal Items; Tipping; Entrance fees; and Lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

Does Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo include hotel pickup?

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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1962 listed pickup locations in and around Cairo. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

What languages is Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo offered in?

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It is offered in Hindi, German, Pashto, Portuguese, Filipino, Croatian, Hungarian, hak, Ukrainian, Urdu, Malayalam, Marathi, Malay, Greek, English, Italian, Burmese, Spanish, Arabic, Vietnamese, Japanese, Persian, Romanian, Dutch, Norwegian, hsn, Russian, Finnish, Chinese, Cantonese, Javanese, Bangla, French, wuu, Slovak, Serbian, Swedish, Korean, Kurdish, Tamil, mnp, Gujarati, Czech, Telugu, Punjabi, Thai, Polish, Hebrew, Danish and Turkish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo?

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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

Is Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

What happens to Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo if the weather is bad?

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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Cairo. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

What do travelers say about Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo?

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Across 12 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

What booking options are available for Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo?

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There are 2 options to choose from, including Tour with Live Guide & pickup, Tour with Audio Guide (Available with 82 Language). Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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