Private Day Tour in Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Coptic Cairo

Overview

This experience takes you through some of Cairo’s most important historic sites. You will admire artifacts from Ancient Egypt at the Egyptian Museum, seeing objects that illustrate the civilisation’s art and daily life. From there you will visit the Salah El Din Citadel, constructed in 1183 AD, and explore the fortress precinct where the Mohamed Ali Mosque, built inside the castle in the 19th century, stands within the citadel walls. You will also tour Coptic Cairo, the area that pre-dated the city of Cairo and contains many historic churches and a Roman fort. Along the way you will move between different layers of the city’s past, encountering religious and military architecture that speak to Egypt’s long and varied history. The visit offers a compact view of ancient artefacts, medieval fortifications and Christian heritage, presented as connected parts of Cairo’s story.

Highlights

• ✦Private tour
• ✦Hotel pickup

What's included

Frequently asked questions

How long is this experience?

8 hours

Can I cancel my booking?

Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.

What's included?

Lunch · Snacks including water, Pepsi, chips, cake · All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle · Expert tour guide · Tickets for Egyptian Museum, The Cidetal, Coptic Cairo