National Museum of Civilization with Sultan Hassan Al Rfai and Ibn Tulon mosques


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Departs: Cairo, Cairo

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Overview

In this Day tour we are going to visit the National Museum of Egyptian civilization which is a quite unique style museum and art center in the same time. and also, we are going to visit the Islamic Cairo where the incredible collection of mosques we are recommending including the oldest remaining mosque. as the mosque of Ahmed ibn Tulon and sultan Hassan mosque and madrasa and not to forget the amazing mosque of Al Rifai.
We guarantee we have the best and the competitive prices for you for unforgettable travel experience, you will be provided with the most professional, reliable and high-quality services.
Our mission is to provide the most flexible, most Authentic And hassle – free Egypt Day tour that reflect each client's interests, preferences, and to Enable you Travel the way you like.
You'll Be Led by Insightful and Friendly Local Egyptologist Guide with A Wide Knowledge of The Egyptian History and Culture.
Our Day tour is Tailored and Handpicked to Cater to Customer's Tastes.


What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Bottled water

Egyptologist tour guide

Fuel surcharge

Parking Fees

Private transportation

WIFI Service

What's Not Included

National museum of Civilization entrance fees 200 egp

Any Personal spend

Coffee and/or Tea

Lunch ( optional)

Sultan Hassan and Al rfai mosques Entrance Fees 80 ego for both of them


Traveler Information

  • INFANT: Age: 1 - 3
  • CHILD: Age: 4 - 11
  • YOUTH: Age: 12 - 25
  • ADULT: Age: 26 - 44
  • SENIOR: Age: 45 - 90

Additional Info

  • Face masks provided for travellers
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization NEMC
our archeologist tour guide will meet you at the hotel lobby and escort you for a guided tour to the National Museum of Egyptian civilization which is a quite unique style museum and art center in the same time, it was built on Egyptian cost managed by the monastery of tourism and antiquities and the Nubia Archeology Rescue Fund and technical supervision by UNESCO. the museum is located near one of the sulfuric springs which known as El sera springs and have a rich collection of artifacts are dating back to all the different Egyptian eras including a human skeleton that dates back to 35000 years was found at nazlt khater in upper Egypt and unique collection of stone tools from time Egyptians were foraging and hunting till they become herding and cultivating and not to forget the pharaohs golden parade which done for transferring 22 royal mummies to display them in that museum.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Mosque of Ibn Tulun
Your tour guide will escort you to the only existed mosque in egypt as well as the whole of Africa and the largest mosque in Cairo was built around an open square courtyard which allows natural light to access the mosque. The features of the mosque are ancient architecture styles of Egypt, its decorations being created from carved stucco and wood.The mosque was constructed on a small hill called Gebel Yashkur, "The Hill of Thanksgiving." One local legend says that it is here that Noah’s ark came to rest after deluge. The mosque has been used for several purposes. One such purpose is it was used as a shelter for pilgrims from North Africa to the Hijaz in the 12th century. The grand congregational mosque was intended to be the focal point of Ibn Tulun’s capital al qatai. Originally the mosque backed onto Ibn Tulun's palace, and a door next to the pulpit allowed him direct entry to the mosque. the mosque have a unique style minaret with staircases from out side with side windows.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
Our tour guide will escort you for a guided tour to Sultan Hassan mosque and madrasa which is as large as ibn tulun mosque, the mosque dated back to mamluk sultanate 1356 AD and was collage for the four Islamic schools. the mosque is fascinating with its collard marble decorations.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Al Rifai Mosque
Your guide will escort you to the mosque of al rifai which was a small chapel in front of sultan Hassan mosque was dedicated for raffia group leaded by Ahmed al rfai. in the19th century AD Ismail Basha son of Mohamed Ali gave the order to build huge mosque for his mother Lady qusyar hanem. and later on this musque been used as a cemetery for the family of Mohamed Ali including king Farrok.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included






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