Emam ElShafei , Mosques of Ala-Elbayt and Khan Elkhalili Market

Overview

You will be picked up from your hotel and explore the Islamic sites of Al ElBayt in Cairo. Your visit includes the Mausoleum and Mosque of Imam ElShafi. The mausoleum is dedicated to Imam Al-Shafi’i, one of the four Sunni Imams who founded the Shafi’i school of jurisprudence. Located on Imam Shafi’i Street in the City of the Dead, the site is noted for its Ayyubid-style architecture and historical significance. As you move through the area, you will explore the Mosque of ElSayyida Nafisa, built to commemorate Sayyida Nafisa, an acclaimed Islamic scholar and member of the Prophet Muhammad’s household. The mosque contains her mausoleum, and, together with the surrounding necropolis, forms part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Historic Cairo. You will also visit the Mosque of ElSayyida Sakina (Sayyida Sakina Bent El Husein), a popular place in Cairo. The experience concludes with a visit to the bustling Khan El Khalili Market, where you can take in the atmosphere and surroundings along the way.

Highlights

• ✦Wheelchair accessible

What's included

Frequently asked questions

How long is this experience?

5 hours

Can I cancel my booking?

Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.

What's included?

Professional tour guide · Air-conditioned private transportation · Bottled water · All taxes and fees

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