Full Day Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Citadel & Old Cairo Tour

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Duration

8 Hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

25 people

Languages

English, Espanol, Francais, German, Italian

About this tour

Discover the history and culture of Old Cairo on this full-day guided tour. Start with a visit to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, showcasing over 50,000 artifacts, guided by an expert Egyptologist. Explore Old Cairo’s iconic sites, including the Hanging Church, the Church of St. Barbara, and the Church of Abu Serga. Visit the historic Citadel of Saladin, offering panoramic city views, and dive into the vibrant lanes of Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the Arab world’s oldest markets. End your journey with a traditional Egyptian lunch before returning to your hotel.

Highlights

Citadel of Saladin and admire its impressive architecture
The famed churches of Old Cairo
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

Included/Excluded

Transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
Private Tour Guide
Bottled water during your trip.
Lunch meal will be served in a local restaurant.
All taxes and service charge

Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
Tipping

Itinerary

Pickup from your hotel. to discover some of the world-famous landmarks of Cairo. Visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization with your expert Egyptologist tour guide. Stroll through the many exhibits which display more than 50,000 artifacts from Ancient Egypt. Then, visit the prominent landmarks of Old Cairo such as the Hanging Church, the Church of St. Barbara, and the Church of Abu Serga. Then, visit the famous Citadel of Saladin, This UNESCO World Heritage Site has a history dating back nearly 850 years. Built by the Sultan of Egypt, Salah Al-Din on the Mokattam Hills, enjoy views of the city as you hear about the citadel’s fascinating history. Explore one of the oldest markets in the Arab world, Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, a beautiful 14th-century market that retains traces of its former glory. Walk through the old lanes of the bazaar where you can browse for antiques or handicrafts from the shops. Then, visit a local restaurant to enjoy a traditional Cairo lunch. After that back to your hotel.