Private Islamic Cairo & Coptic Tour with Lunch & Drinks
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Islamic Cairo & Coptic Tour with Lunch & Drinks worth booking?
Private Islamic Cairo & Coptic Tour with Lunch & Drinks is a 6-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $40 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $40 per person
Visit Cairo’s religious landmarks on a private tour of the city’s Coptic, Islamic, and Jewish highlights. Discover Abu Serga, explore the Church of Saint Barbara, see the most important Sightseeing and icons that adorn t
What you get
- Snacks (chips during the tour)
- English Speaking Guide/Driver
- Drinks (water, pepsi and cola during lunch)
- Private tour with Air-conditioned car
- Lunch
About this experience
Visit Cairo’s religious landmarks on a private tour of the city’s Coptic, Islamic, and Jewish highlights. Discover Abu Serga, explore the Church of Saint Barbara, see the most important Sightseeing and icons that adorn the Hanging Church, and enter the Ben Ezra Synagogue. Admire Cairo’s most important mosques and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Discover the most important Islamic, Jewish, and Coptic sites of Cairo Modular package: Upgrade to add a guide in other languages except English, tickets, and restaurant lunch See the Hanging Church, old Jewish synagogue, and Alabaster Mosque Hassle. Private tour with an Expert English tour Guide inside the Streets of Cairo and have lunch at one of Local Egyptian Restaurant Koshary Restaurant. iMportant Note: PLEASE FOR LAST MINUTE BOOKING OR BOOKINGS ONE DAY BEFORE YOU SHOULD CONTACT US VIA WHATSAPP number OR PHONE. NOT THROUGH EAMIL PLEASE.Thanks alot.
What's included
Included
- Snacks (chips during the tour)
- English Speaking Guide/Driver
- Drinks (water, pepsi and cola during lunch)
- Private tour with Air-conditioned car
- Lunch
Not included
- Entrance Fee for Sultan Hassan Mosque
- Tips (optional and appreciated)
- Guide in other languages except English (optional) 30 USD
- Entrance fee for Citadel of Saladin Mohamed Ali Mosque -
- Pickup from Airport
What you'll see and do
Coptic Cairo
its a Part of Old Cairo Cairo 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 . The Hanging Church is one of Cairo's most famous Coptic Orthodox Churches Coptic Cairo is a part of Old Cairo which encompasses the Babylon Fortress, the Coptic Museum, the Hanging Church, the Greek Church of St. George and many other Coptic churches and historical sites. It is believed in Christian tradition that the Holy Family visited this area and stayed at the site of Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church (Abu Serga).
30 minutes here · Admission included
The Hanging Church
its the Oldest Church in Egypt but also in the Whole World. Dates back to Third Century.Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church, also known as the Hanging Church, is one of the oldest churches in Egypt and the history of a church on this site dates to the third century.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus
Known as Abu serga Church also, its very famous with the Crypt where the Holy Family Hid inside it for 3 Months. Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, also known as Abu Serga, in Coptic Cairo is one of the oldest Coptic Christian churches in Egypt, dating back to the 4th century
30 minutes here · Admission included
Synagogue Ben Ezra
it was an Old Church and it has the Original Bibble. The Ben Ezra Synagogue's founding date is unknown, although there is good evidence from documents found in the geniza that it predates 882 CE and is probably pre-Islamic
30 minutes here · Admission included
Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
The Mosque-Madrasa of Sultan Hasan is a monumental mosque and madrasa located in Salah al-Din Square in the historic district of Cairo, Egypt. It was built between 1356 and 1363 during the Bahri Mamluk period, commissioned by Sultan an-Nasir Hasan. it has inside the Four Islamic Schools. Completed in 1363 this mosque and school symbolizes the power of the Mamluk sultans. Its initiator was Hassan, the energetic (7th) son of Mohamed Hassan
30 minutes here · Admission included
Al Rifai Mosque
Al-Rifa'i Mosque is located in Citadel Square, adjacent to the Cairo Citadel. Its name is derived from the Ali Abu Shubbak who is buried in the mosque. Now, it is also the royal mausoleum of Muhammad Ali's family.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Mosque of Muhammad Ali
Built by Mohamed Ali in 1830 A.D. known as Alabaster Mosque because its made ou of Alabaster inside. it has very nice Colours inside . Mohamed Ali was From Turkey and he built it as Turkish Style.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Al-Azhar Mosque
its the First Mosque Built in Cairo in 971 A.D. Al-Azhar Mosque, known in Egypt simply as al-Azhar, is a mosque in Cairo, Egypt in the historic Islamic core of the city. Commissioned as the new capital of the Fatimid Caliphate in 970, it was the first mosque established in a city that eventually earned the nickname "the City of a Thousand Minarets
60 minutes here · Admission included
Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar
Khan el-Khalili market is one of the most iconic attractions in Cairo, Egypt. Established in 1382, this sprawling bazaar is a must-visit for anyone visiting the Egyptian capital. This bustling marketplace is home to hundreds of stalls selling everything from traditional souvenirs to local spices and handicrafts & ITESM .
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sofy
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There will be an additional charge outside Cairo (Nasr City, New Cairo, October Area and 6th October Area)
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Private Islamic Cairo & Coptic Tour with Lunch & Drinks. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Our Egypt tour: discovering Cairo.
Thanks to Sofy Tours we spent 8 fantastic days in Egypt. They were from the beginning, in the preparation of the trip and booking, thanks to Abdul Operation Manager, punctual in their answers, attentive and very helpful and present in creating for us a personalized tour that perfectly suited our needs and desires. On the first day we started our adventure in Cairo with a visit to the pyramids of Saqqara and Giza, and then continued with a camel ride in front of one of the wonders of the world and a tour to discover the secrets of Egyptian spices and perfumes. In Cairo we also visited the Islamic part of the city, with the Citadel and its hidden treasures, and the wonderful mosques. Our friends Yasser, a highly trained guide and archaeologist with an incredible culture, and Youssef, a driver always available, made these two days unforgettable and assisted us in every way, meeting our every request and need. Cairo was also our last stop on the trip, where we returned after Luxor, Aswan and Abu Simbel. Once again Youssef and Yasser were waiting with a smile to make us live a last day full of emotions, guiding us to discover Coptic Cairo, the Egyptian Museum and the Cairo Tower. They fulfilled our every wish and always tried to give us the best so that our experience could be amazing. Thanks for everything and we hope to see you soon!!!
Response from the operator: Caro Gentile cliente. Grazie mille per aver condiviso le tue opinioni e la tua esperienza con Sofy Viaggi Egypt Siamo così felici di vedere quanto sei felice del tuo viaggio. La tua recensione è molto apprezzata ed è molto importante per noi e per la comunità di cui stiamo pensando di viaggiare presto. Grazie ancora Sofy Viaggi Tours Egitto 00201102107226❤️
via Tripadvisor (translated)
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
- $40 to $70
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Sofy, who run 3 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 65.1.
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Private Islamic Cairo & Coptic Tour with Lunch & Drinks: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cairo.
How much does Private Islamic Cairo & Coptic Tour with Lunch & Drinks cost?
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Prices start at $40 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 Private Islamic Cairo & Coptic Tour with Lunch & Drinks 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 Private Islamic Cairo & Coptic Tour with Lunch & Drinks worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 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 Private Islamic Cairo & Coptic Tour with Lunch & Drinks?
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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 Private Islamic Cairo & Coptic Tour with Lunch & Drinks 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 Private Islamic Cairo & Coptic Tour with Lunch & Drinks?
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Around 0 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 Private Islamic Cairo & Coptic Tour with Lunch & Drinks 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.
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