Private Half-Day Tour to City of the Dead and Mosque of Ibn Tulun in Cairo

Overview

In Cairo, you'll explore the City of the Dead, a striking area that serves as both a burial ground and a living neighbourhood. As you walk through its narrow 'streets' you'll observe ordinary daily life unfolding among mausoleums and tombs. Residents often use these historic structures as homes, and you'll see small shops and stalls operating amid the tombs, giving a very different sense of how the area functions day to day. Along the way you'll take in the contrast between the funerary architecture and the routines of people who live there. The experience also includes a visit to the famed Mosque of Ibn Tulun, possibly the oldest mosque in the city. There you can view one of Cairo’s early monumental religious sites and appreciate its place within the city's layered history.

Highlights

• ✦Private tour
• ✦Hotel pickup

What's included

Frequently asked questions

How long is this experience?

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Can I cancel my booking?

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

What's included?

Hotel pickup and drop-off · Private tour · Bottled water · Air-conditioned minivan transport · Qualified egyptologist guide

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