Saladin’s Citadel & Al-Azhar Park: History, Gardens & Lakeside Lunch

Tour Overview

  • dollar-icon $161.25   per person
  • time-icon 1 Day   Duration
  • location-icon Cairo, Egypt
  • Times: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • running-icon Basic

What’s Included, What’s Not

  • Private hotel pickup & drop-off
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional local host/guide
  • Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
  • Bottled water during your trip
  • All taxes & service charge
  • Lunch at the selected restaurant
  • Personal expenses
  • Any additional services not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Tips and gratuities

Our Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

09:00 | Pickup & Arrival

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Your tour begins with a comfortable private pickup from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.

10:00 | Explore the Citadel of Saladin

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Arrive at the iconic Citadel and take a relaxed walk through its courtyards and architecture.

Visit the magnificent Mohamed Ali Mosque (Alabaster Mosque) to admire its Ottoman-inspired domes and grand interiors.

Option to explore the Al-Gawhara Palace Museum (subject to pace and opening conditions)
Take in panoramic viewpoints and capture photos of the historic Cairo skyline.

12:00 | From History to Greenery

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Drive to nearby Al-Azhar Park, transitioning from historic stone walls to vibrant green gardens.

Take a peaceful walk through the park while admiring views of the Citadel and surrounding neighborhoods.

13:00 | Lakeside Lunch

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Savor a delicious lunch at a lakeside restaurant within Al-Azhar Park.

Relax beside the water with direct views of the Citadel rising above the city.

14:00 | Relax & Leisure Time

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Enjoy free time to stroll through the gardens, take photographs, or relax by the lake.

15:00 | Drop-off

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Board your private vehicle for a comfortable return transfer to your hotel

From

$161.25

Per Person

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Travelers

Please add at least 1 person

Max 10 Travelers

7+ Years Old $75

3 - 7 Years Old $55

Please select a date

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Meeting Place

Any Place in: Cairo, Egypt

Al Giza, Giza Governorate, Egypt

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Price Breakdown

2 Adults * $75.00

$150.00

1 Child * $50.00

$50.00

Total Price

$161.25

Things to know

Important Notes

Pickup & Drop-off Details:

  • Standard Pickup: Free pickup and drop-off are included from central Cairo and Giza hotels.

  • Additional Locations: Pickup or drop-off from the following areas is available for an additional cost:

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

    • Sphinx International Airport (SPX)

    • New Administrative Capital

    • New Cairo / Madinaty / Al Rehab

    • Heliopolis / Sheraton / Obour City

    • Sheikh Zayed City / 6th of October

    • Badr City / Al Shorouk (Please contact us prior to booking or mention your location during checkout to confirm the additional transfer fee)

Things to know

  • Friday & Saturday Tip: Please note that Al-Azhar Park can be very crowded on Fridays and Saturdays (local weekend).

  • For a quieter, more peaceful experience and better photo opportunities, we highly recommend booking this tour from Sunday to Thursday.

  • Footwear: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as the tour involves walking on cobblestones and garden paths.