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Visit the Sultan Hassan Mosque and Madrassa , a massive complex that was once a center of Islamic learning, and the nearby Al-Rifai Mosque (Masjid Al-Rifa'i) , which houses the tombs of several members of the Egyptian royal family. Then, take a trip to the Cave Church (St. Simon the Tanner Monastery) , a Coptic Christian church that is carved into a mountain.

Explore the Papyrus Institute , where you can learn about the history of papyrus and watch demonstrations of how it is made. Then, visit the Gayer-Anderson Museum , a beautiful house that features a collection of Islamic art and artifacts. End your afternoon with a visit to the Ibn Tulun Mosque , one of the oldest and largest mosques in Cairo.

Spend the evening at the Al-Azhar Mosque , a historic mosque and university that is considered one of the most important centers of Islamic learning in the world. End your night with dinner at Felfela, a popular restaurant that serves traditional Egyptian cuisine.

Start your day with a visit to the Mosque of Amr ibn Al-As , the first mosque built in Egypt and one of the oldest mosques in the world. Then, head to the Al-Hakim Mosque , a beautiful mosque that is named after the Fatimid caliph Al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah.

Take a trip to the Mosque of Sultan Al-Mu'ayyad , a stunning mosque that is known for its intricate tilework and calligraphy. Then, explore the bustling streets and markets of Cairo, where you can shop for souvenirs and try some delicious street food.

Spend your last evening in Cairo at the Khan el-Khalili market, a historic market that has been a center of trade and commerce for centuries. End your night with a visit to the Naguib Mahfouz Cafe, a popular cafe named after the Nobel Prize-winning Egyptian author. Try some traditional Egyptian sweets and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the market.