Old Cairo: Full-Day Islamic and Coptic Cairo Tour

My experience was flawless in every way. I couldn’t have asked for better service or results.

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Three standout locations made our trip truly memorable: the stunning Salah al-Din Mosque, the historic Hanging Church, and the vibrant Khan el-Khalili Bazaar. Our wonderful guide, Basant ,was exceptional deeply informed about every site and always ready to assist. We couldn’t recommend her enough!

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We had a wonderful tour with an incredibly well informed guide who was always eager to share insights and answer our questions. This experience comes highly recommended for anyone looking to explore the area.

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Ramy Nabil proved to be an excellent guide who took genuine care throughout our tour. He provided thorough explanations for everything we saw and was attentive to my comfort making sure I stayed hydrated and out of the sun. His supportive nature made the experience truly enjoyable. I wouldn't hesitate to book his services again!

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What was supposed to be a small group tour ended up being a private experience since I was the only participant. Ramy, our guide for the day, impressed me with his fluent German and extensive knowledge. He patiently addressed all my inquiries, and I'd specifically ask for him on future tours. The itinerary matched the description perfectly. Overall, it was an excellent experience that I'd gladly recommend to others.

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Jermin was a fantastic guide who shared incredible insights into Egypt's rich culture and history. What really stood out was his thoughtful attention to my comfort he frequently checked if I needed water or anything else during our tour. His expertise and care made this experience truly special. I can't recommend this tour enough!

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Exploring Old Cairo with Tony as our guide was an absolute delight. His infectious enthusiasm, deep historical knowledge, and genuine concern for our safety and enjoyment made the experience truly special. He had a remarkable talent for bringing the city's history to life and consistently exceeded our expectations. This tour comes with my highest recommendation for anyone visiting Cairo. A heartfelt thank you to Tony for creating such memorable moments!

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Doma provided an outstanding experience. Our guide never hurried us, thoroughly showing us every detail and consistently checking if we wanted to explore further. They offered clear explanations spanning history and archaeology, making the tour both educational and enjoyable. This was truly a memorable trip!

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Ahmed was an excellent guide who shared fascinating historical insights about everything we saw. Since we were unfamiliar with the background of these locations, his knowledge was incredibly valuable. He also showed wonderful patience with our young child when they grew tired near the tour's end. A truly wonderful experience!

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The tour was truly fascinating, and Mohamed proved to be an exceptional guide knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely attentive to our group's needs. His passion for the subject matter made the experience both educational and enjoyable.

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Our guide Ahmed made this an incredibly informative experience. Learning about Islam's introduction to Egypt and the history of the Coptic Orthodox Church added profound depth to our visit. The day was perfectly complemented by tasty, authentic falafel pita sandwiches during our lunch break.

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Our visit to the market was incredibly enjoyable, offering a vibrant and lively atmosphere. While we had a wonderful time exploring, I should note that it involves quite a bit of walking, so comfortable shoes are a must!

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This tour is ideal for discovering Cairo with an expert guide. My guide Salwa was excellent she made me feel completely secure, took wonderful photos, and shared impressive insights about the city's history and culture.

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Jojo proved to be an excellent guide both friendly and well informed. We thoroughly enjoyed our day exploring Cairo's highlights with her expertise enhancing the experience.

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Ramy made our experience truly enjoyable his patience, humor, and attentiveness were outstanding. He was always available when needed and went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful time.

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Ramy, our tour guide, was exceptionally welcoming and personable, with impressive expertise about all aspects of our tour. His clear explanations and engaging delivery made the experience truly memorable. I would absolutely recommend his services to anyone visiting the area.

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My experience with guide Hussein was absolutely wonderful. His kind, attentive nature and photography skills greatly enhanced my tour. He carefully listened to and fulfilled all my requests. I must also mention our driver Samir, whose professionalism and kindness were equally impressive. I wholeheartedly recommend this team without hesitation.

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Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable while maintaining a relaxed, easygoing approach to showing us the city. This created the perfect balance of learning and leisure during our exploration.

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Our tour with Samaa was both educational and thoroughly enjoyable. Her vibrant personality and deep knowledge created a welcoming atmosphere where we immediately felt comfortable. You can truly sense her enthusiasm for sharing Egypt's rich heritage. The itinerary was perfectly paced, hitting all the right spots without feeling rushed. We appreciated the comfortable transportation between locations and the delicious lunch at a genuine local eatery. Without hesitation, I would give this experience my highest recommendation!

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Basant provided an exceptional experience from start to finish. She collected us from our hotel and dedicated the entire day to exploring Cairo's highlights with us. Her tour combined enjoyable moments with valuable insights, and she even captured great photos of our group. The day concluded with a delicious lunch, making it a truly memorable experience. We're grateful for such a fantastic day.

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Our guide demonstrated impressive expertise while maintaining a warm and friendly demeanor throughout the experience. We thoroughly enjoyed every moment of our tour, finding it both educational and delightful.

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Ahmet proved to be a superb guide, skillfully blending humor, respectfulness and insightful knowledge throughout our tour. His engaging approach significantly enhanced our experience, making it an exceptionally enjoyable day.

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We were fortunate to have Ramy as our guide for both the pyramid tour and Coptic Cairo exploration. His deep historical knowledge and keen eye for perfect photo locations enhanced our experience significantly. Ramy skillfully navigated Cairo's bustling streets while ensuring we saw all the key highlights efficiently and safely. I highly recommend him as a guide for anyone visiting Cairo.

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Our guide demonstrated excellent expertise, providing us with valuable insights throughout the experience. The tour was exceptionally well organized and thoroughly enjoyable from start to finish.

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Our day trip was absolutely fantastic both highly educational and thoroughly enjoyable. Zee provided an exceptional overview of Egypt's rich history, offering insightful commentary throughout. As two female travelers, we felt completely at ease with his guidance. A truly memorable experience worth every moment!

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Mariam proved to be an outstanding guide, possibly the finest I've encountered during my travels in Egypt. The tour ran with impressive organization and perfect timing, complemented by our driver's professional service. While the Coptic section was thoroughly covered, I would have appreciated slightly more emphasis on Cairo's Islamic heritage to round out the experience.

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Mahmoud was an exceptionally attentive and supportive guide who went above and beyond to ensure we had an enjoyable experience. His dedication and assistance significantly enhanced our trip.

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Riham was an exceptional guide knowledgeable, engaging, and full of positive energy. She addressed all our questions and made the experience thoroughly enjoyable. The tour covered everything we hoped to see, though it ran slightly shorter than expected at 4.5 hours (compared to a full day pyramids tour we'd taken previously for the same price). That said, I wholeheartedly recommend this experience for its excellent content and guide.

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This was an outstanding tour that included a fascinating visit to the Citadel, where I gained significant historical insights. The coffee shop stop in the bazaar was a highlight an essential experience. Exploring the vibrant energy of Coptic Cairo was equally memorable. My guide, Bassant, was incredibly knowledgeable in Egyptology and provided invaluable expertise throughout. Her assistance went far beyond expectations, making this an exceptional experience.

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Our experience was absolutely wonderful! The tour was flawlessly organized, and Dina proved to be both highly informative and exceptionally personable. We cherished every minute of this memorable excursion.

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Bassant was an outstanding guide whose expertise and warm personality greatly enhanced our experience. Her respectful approach and deep knowledge made the tour both enjoyable and informative. I couldn't recommend this experience more highly!

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My father and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Ahmed and our skilled driver Samo. Ahmed demonstrated remarkable expertise about Coptic Cairo and the Citadel, providing insightful explanations about the area's historical evolution. Their professionalism and knowledge made this an exceptional experience that I would enthusiastically recommend to others.

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This day trip was truly extraordinary and my second wonderful experience with Ocean Air Travels. I wouldn't hesitate to book with them again. Our guide, Randa, demonstrated impressive expertise, empathy, and adaptability throughout the tour. My family and I were deeply impressed by her exceptional service. This experience struck the perfect balance between historical education, cultural experience, and insight into the essence of modern Cairo. I give this tour 5 stars without hesitation and wholeheartedly recommend it.

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Our guide demonstrated limited communication skills and lacked depth in their historical knowledge. Their French language proficiency was below expected standards. While the itinerary had potential, the selection of sites could be improved particularly the Police Museum, which failed to engage our interest.

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Our guide lacked specialized knowledge about Ancient Egypt and struggled with engaging narration. We actually discovered more information through our own online research about the sites than through her explanations. This was particularly disappointing since we were hoping for insights beyond what's available through basic internet searches. The experience left us feeling we might have been better off exploring independently with a guidebook.

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Mostafa proved to be an excellent guide both personable and knowledgeable. He showed particular patience and consideration for our two young children throughout the tour. The experience was enjoyable and represented good value for the cost.

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I reserved this tour in Italian and was thoroughly pleased with the experience. Our guide demonstrated impressive expertise, addressing all my questions with insightful responses. He led me to historically significant sites that truly require proper context to appreciate their full value. This tour comes with my highest recommendation for anyone visiting the area!

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