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🚐 Hotel Pickup (Included)
- Evening transfer from your hotel in Cairo or Giza
🚶 Al-Muizz Street Walking Tour
- Begin at Bab El Futuh and walk south along the street
- Visit historic mosques, madrasas, and restored medieval architecture
- Snap photos of the illuminated façades and lantern-lit minarets
🕌 Al-Hussein Square & Mosque
- View the beautifully lit mosque from the outside
- Witness local religious life and energy of the evening
☕ Traditional Café Stop
- Enjoy a drink at El Fishawy Café or similar
- Soak up the ambiance and people-watch with locals
🍽️ Optional Add-On: Dinner in Khan El Khalili
- Upgrade your evening with a traditional Egyptian dinner at a local restaurant in Khan El Khalili Bazaar (bookable in advance)
🚐 Hotel Drop-off (Included)
- Return transfer to your hotel after this cultural stroll
Highlights
- ✅ Explore Cairo’s oldest and most atmospheric Islamic streets
- ✅ Al-Muizz Street, Al-Hakim Mosque, and medieval architecture
- ✅ Visit Al-Hussein Square with stunning night views
- ✅ Enjoy tea at an iconic Cairo café
- ✅ Round-trip transfers included
Includes
- ✔️ Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✔️ Walking tour with a local guide
- ✔️ Guided experience in Al-Muizz & Al-Hussein areas
- ✔️ One drink at a local café (tea, coffee, or juice)
- ❌ Tips or personal expenses
- ❌ Additional food or beverages
Details
Step into the soul of Cairo on this atmospheric evening tour through Al-Muizz Street and the area around Al-Hussein Mosque. This immersive walking experience reveals the spiritual, architectural, and social treasures of Islamic Cairo.
Begin at Bab El Futuh, one of Cairo’s ancient gates, and walk through Al-Muizz Street, lined with centuries-old minarets, Sabils, and madrassas. Soak up the sounds of call to prayer and street performers as you reach the bustling square in front of Al-Hussein Mosque.
Enjoy tea or hibiscus juice at a traditional café like El Fishawy or Naguib Mahfouz Café, surrounded by music, lanterns, and warm local vibes. A beautiful journey into Cairo’s spiritual heritage by night.
Know Before You Go
- Wear modest clothing for religious areas
- Comfortable shoes are recommended for walking on stone streets
- Some areas can get crowded, especially on weekends
What To Bring
🧢 Head covering or scarf (for mosque entry)
📸 Camera for beautiful night photos
💵 Small cash for souvenirs or extra drinks