Most people visit the very modern city of Sharm el Sheikh for its Red Sea diving, world-class hotels and glitzy nightlife, but did you know that Sharm el Sheikh has been a site for visitors for thousands of years, due to its strategic location on the trade route between Africa and Asia? Its name means Bay of Sheikhs but is also known locally as the City of Peace due to the high number of peace conferences which are held here. You will be able to get a taste of the religious tolerance, old and modern architecture and local Egyptian life that most tourists don’t have the chance to experience on their stay here.

Pick up

You will be picked up in A/C mini bus by your city tour guide at 7;30.

Hay Al-Noor (Al Nour district) 

Our first place of interest will be the al-Noor district of the city, where we will visit the Heavenly Cathedral. Built a mere 11 years ago, this Catholic cathedral is definitely worth visiting for its stunning architecture and beautiful murals depicting scenes from the bible. You guide will also be able to give you information about the history of Christianity in Egypt.

The next stop in Al-Noor will be to Al-Mostafa Mosque. Here your guide will be able to give you some information about the style and architecture of the Mosque and about Islam itself.

Sahaba Mosque in the old market

Al Sahaba Mosque of Sharm el Sheikh is made using Fatimid, Mamluk and Ottoman style elements into its architecture and interior design. It is considered the most important mosque built within the decade.

Also, If you want to experience local Egyptian life, then the shopping area of Old Market is the best place for our final stop. Here you will get the chance to mingle with the locals and do a stop of shopping if you wish.

Transfer back to your hotel

We will finish the tour at about 6pm and your guide will escort you back to your hotel in the city of Sharm el Sheikh