Royal Cairo: Manial Palace & Ibn Tulun Mosque Discovery
Old Cairo, Cairo
Join a guided tour to explore Cairo’s hidden gems. Visit the Ibn Tulun Mosque, Gayer-Anderson Museum, and Golden Palace, three unique spots that reveal the beauty and rich history of Egypt.
Overview
This guided Cairo tour visits Ibn Tulun Mosque, Mohamed Ali Palace, and the Gayer-Anderson Museum, ideal for history and culture enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Visit Ibn Tulun Mosque, one of Egypt’s oldest mosques featuring a spiral minaret
- Climb the tower at Ibn Tulun for panoramic views of Cairo
- Explore the gold and marble-decorated rooms of Mohamed Ali Palace
- Discover historic furniture and art at the Gayer-Anderson Museum
- Learn Egypt’s history from a professional Egyptologist guide
Description
Your tour begins with hotel pickup in Cairo or Giza in an air-conditioned vehicle.
The first stop is the Gayer-Anderson Museum, consisting of two well-preserved 17th-century houses. Inside, you will see furniture, Islamic art, and rare objects collected by a British officer in the 1930s, each room illustrating aspects of ancient Egyptian life and art.
Next, visit the Ibn Tulun Mosque, one of Egypt’s oldest and largest mosques, standing for over 1,000 years. Explore its wide courtyard, arches, and climb the spiral minaret for views over Cairo.
Conclude your visit at Mohamed Ali Palace, built in the 1800s for Egypt’s ruler. The palace features rooms decorated with gold, marble, and European art, surrounded by gardens that blend Ottoman and European architecture.
The tour ends with lunch at a local restaurant in Khan el Khalili before the conclusion of your visit.
Includes
- Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza
- Transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Egyptologist tour guide
- Entry tickets to Mohamed Ali Palace, Ibn Tulun Mosque, and Gayer-Anderson Museum
- Lunch at an authentic local restaurant
- Complimentary bottled water throughout the day
- All service taxes and fees included
Excludes
- Return hotel drop-off (available if option booked)
- Drinks during lunch
- Tips (optional)
Important Information
- Pickup available from all hotels in Cairo and Giza
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for mosque and museum visits
- Dress modestly: loose-fitting clothes covering shoulders, arms, legs, and knees; women should carry or wear a scarf for religious sites
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas
- Tour duration: approximately 4-5 hours, including transfers
- Provide accurate WhatsApp number and email at booking for pre-tour communication
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
