Best Tour to Coptic Cairo and Islamic Area with Egyptian Museum

Embark on a private tour of Cairo Museum, Citadel, Old Cairo, and Khan Al Khalili to explore the ancient history of Egypt. Experience the luxurious tours, enjoy special dietary options, and discover traditional crafts and souvenirs.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Egyptian Museum - During this stop you will visit the Egyptian museum at Tahrrir square (down-town Cairo). The Egyptian Museum is the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East where you will explore its collection of work of arts - Coptic Cairo - During this stop you will explore the Coptic Cairo, where you will visit the Hanging Church, and the Monastery of St. George. The ” Hanging Church“ named because it was built over the ruins of Old Cairo‘s Roman fort, and situated near the Coptic Museum. The church’s ceiling was made to look like Noah’s Ark. - Cairo Citadel - During this stop you will explore the Islamic Cairo through visiting the Citadel of Saladin, and the Mosque of Mohamed Ali. The Citadel of Sultan Salah al-Din al-Ayyubi (Saladin) is one of the most iconic monuments in Islamic Cairo, and among the most impressive defensive fortresses dating to the Middle Ages. Its strategic location on the Muqattam Hills gave it a formidable defensive position, and offered, as it still does today, an unrestricted panoramic view of Cairo. The Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha, which dominates the Citadel, is known as the “Alabaster Mosque”, in reference to its marble paneling on its interior and exterior walls. The mosque’s twin minarets are the highest in all of Egypt, each reaching a height of 84 meters. The mosque was built on the Turkish style that consists of an open court and prayer hall. - Khan Al-Khalili - You will have a free time for shopping in the oldest markets of Khan Al Khalili. The Khan includes traditional crafts, hundreds of workers and artisans who specializing hand made masterpieces such as carpets, crystals, papyrus, gold and silver jewelry,it is also famous for beautiful pharaonic artifacts, handicrafts, various stones,natural herbs and incense
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • Entrance Tickets
Additional Information

Throughout our tours you will explore the ancient history of Egypt differently, live the real adventure, discover the fascinating nature of Egypt, experience the luxurious tours, enjoy, relax and connect.
We ensure the credibility of the tour’s itinerary, quality of services and punctuality.
We consider special dietary options for vegetarians, and enough time in each place to feel its energy and live the experience your way.
Our tour guides are specialized in the Egyptian civilizations, Egyptologists, who will provide you with site’s information in a clear, simple and rich way.
We offer free pickup and drop off from any point in Cairo.
Safety and Security is essential, so all our tours are authorized, secured and monitored by the Ministry of Tourism.
We offer visits to Egyptian shops that specialized in making traditional Papyrus and Essence Oils, where you will know the making process.
We assist travelers buying high quality souvenirs with affordable prices.

Location
Egyptian Museum
Tahrir
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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