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Ibn Tulun to Al-Rifa’i Mosque’s: A Walk Through Islamic Ages

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Duration: 3 hours
Languages: English
Guru: Mahmoud
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Registered on 11 December 2022
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Hello, I’m Mahmoud, a licensed tour guide with 7 years of experience. I specialize in Pharaonic, Roman, Coptic, Islamic, and modern history. I find great joy in making others happy and helping them see the beauty and rich history of the country. Meeting new people and sharing unforgettable experiences with them is something I truly cherish.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

We start at **Ahmad Ibn Tulun Mosque** – one from  **oldest mosques** in Egypt and Africa’s (from the early Islamic period). See its huge open courtyard and climb its minaret for great views!  

Next, visit the **Gayer-Anderson Museum** next door. It’s a historic house full of unique art and treasures from Islamic and other cultures.  

Then, walk through Old Cairo’s streets, past traditional houses and different Islamic architecture to visit two famous mosques:  
**Sultan Hassan Mosque & School** (from Mamluks period and is considered a great mosque from this period)
**Al-Rifa'i Mosque** (from modern Islamic times and has a grave yard of Mohamed Ali family)

See how Islamic architecture changed across the ages!


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
22 Al Dahdora, Tolon, El Sayeda Zeinab, Cairo Governorate 4261341, Egypt
I’ll be waiting before the entrance of Ahmed Ibn Tulun mosque and make sure to reserving by your WhatsApp number because I’ll send to you before the tour the concert location and some info about the itinerary of the tour.
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Outside visit
Ahmed Ibn Tolon
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Outside visit
Gayer-Anderson Museum
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Outside visit
Gayer-Anderson Museum
Tour map

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).


Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
Ibn Tulun to Al-Rifa’i Mosque’s: A Walk Through Islamic Ages
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