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The Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Khan Khalil Bazaar and Old Cairo

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The Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Khan Khalil Bazaar and Old Cairo
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Overview

This full-day tour explores the highlights of Cairo’s rich history .Enjoy a fully private tour with flexible pickup, licensed guides, and all admissions included We start with the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to thousands of ancient artifacts, including statues of famous pharaohs such as Khufu, Khafre, and Ramesses II, offering a great introduction to Ancient Egyptian civilization. Next, we visit the Salah El-Din Citadel, built in the 12th century as a defensive fortress. Inside, we explore the impressive Mosque of Muhammad Ali, known for its Ottoman-style architecture and panoramic views over Cairo. After that, we head to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest traditional markets in the Middle East, where visitors can enjoy shopping, local crafts, and the lively atmosphere of Old Cairo. The tour ends in Old Cairo with a visit to the Hanging Church, one of the oldest Coptic churches in Egypt, built above a Roman fortress and representing Egypt’s Christian heritage.

How this compares

Cairo · 5282 Cultural & Historic · typical ~4,081 EGP · 803 EGPgood value

Highlights

  • Wheelchair accessible

What's included

  • Entrance ticket to the Hanging Church is included.
  • Free Pickup and Drop off from Your HotelsHotels are located Downtown of Cairo, and Pyramid Area
  • Entry ticket to Saladin's Citadel is included (if you choose this option)
  • Private air-conditioned car - Water bottle inside the car
  • Airport Pick-up Service (doesn't include Tax of Airport)
  • The entrance ticket to the Egyptian Museum is included (if you choose this option).
  • Mixed Grill (Kebab, Kofta & Shish Tawouk) ( if you have chosen its option)
  • Egyptian Museum Entrance Ticket (If you choose this option)
  • Egyptologist tour guide
  • Fuel surcharge
  • tipping

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Cairo
  2. 2
    The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
  3. 3
    Citadel of Saladin
  4. 4
    Bazar Khan El-Khalili
  5. 5
    The Hanging Church
  6. 6
    Cairo

Frequently asked questions

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Can I cancel my booking?
Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
What's included?
Entrance ticket to the Hanging Church is included. · Free Pickup and Drop off from Your HotelsHotels are located Downtown of Cairo, and Pyramid Area · Entry ticket to Saladin's Citadel is included (if you choose this option) · Private air-conditioned car - Water bottle inside the car · Airport Pick-up Service (doesn't include Tax of Airport) · The entrance ticket to the Egyptian Museum is included (if you choose this option). · Mixed Grill (Kebab, Kofta & Shish Tawouk) ( if you have chosen its option) · Egyptian Museum Entrance Ticket (If you choose this option) · Egyptologist tour guide

Reviews (26)

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803 EGP/ per person
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