The Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Khan Khalil Bazaar and Old Cairo
Description
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.
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Itinerary
Your guide and a car will be waiting in front of the hotel door to begin your tour to Cairo
The Egyptian Museum Tour – Tahrir Square Welcome to The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, one of the most important museums in the world, located in the heart of Cairo. The museum was established in 1902 and contains over 120,000 ancient Egyptian artifacts, covering thousands of years of history. Main Highlights of the Tour Ground Floor On the ground floor, you will see: Huge statues of kings and gods, including King Amenhotep III and Ramses II Sarcophagi made of stone Statues representing daily life, religion, and power in ancient Egypt This floor focuses on large monuments and sculptures from temples and tombs. First Floor The first floor displays: Royal mummies (some of the greatest pharaohs in history) Small statues, jewelry, papyrus, and tools Everyday objects used by ancient Egyptians such as cosmetics, furniture, and weapons
Citadel of Salah El-Din – Quick Tour Welcome to the Citadel of Salah El-Din, built in 1176 AD by Sultan Salah El-Din to protect Cairo. Located on Mokattam Hill, it offers stunning views of the city. Highlights Muhammad Ali Mosque (Alabaster Mosque): Ottoman-style, big dome, tall minarets. Mosque of Sultan Al-Nasir Muhammad: Old Mamluk-era mosque with green domes. National Military Museum: Weapons and military history of Egypt. Gawhara Palace: Royal palace with mirrors, chandeliers, and gold details. Panoramic Views Enjoy breathtaking views of Old Cairo, Islamic Cairo, and even the Pyramids of Giza on clear days. Duration Tour takes about 1.5–2 hours, with English explanations and photo opportunities.
Shopping: Spices, perfumes, jewelry, souvenirs, and traditional crafts. Historic Coffee Shops: Enjoy a cup of Egyptian tea or coffee in the old cafes. Narrow Alleys: Explore the maze of streets filled with merchants and traditional shops. Perfect place to feel authentic Cairo life Great for photos, shopping, and tasting local food
I visited The Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa), one of the oldest Coptic churches in Cairo, dating back to the 3rd–4th century AD. It is famous for its beautiful wooden roof, icons, and historic Christian art. Hanging Church: Built above the gate of the old Roman fortress, with stunning views of Cairo. Religious Complex: Includes St. Sergius Church, Coptic Museum, and ancient chapels. Architecture: A mix of Coptic, Roman, and Islamic styles. Walk through history and faith in the heart of Old Cairo. Perfect for photography, learning about Coptic history, and cultural exploration.
Enjoy a delicious local lunch at a carefully selected restaurant. Taste authentic Egyptian cuisine in a comfortable setting, giving you time to relax and recharge before continuing the tour
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up all travelers from any hotel or location in Cairo or Giza — just let us know your address after booking. Airport pickup (Cairo International Airport) is also available upon request. Pickup starts 40 minutes before the tour departure time. Your representative will contact you a day before the tour to confirm the exact pickup time and location.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(25)
Our guide was helpful and knowledgeable and made the tours very pleasant. The sites were interesting.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
The experience was comfortable; they took us around. They explained many things about the culture and history and took us to different places. Rana was very kind, and the tour included a very good lunch. The tour covered several locations and was somewhat quick, but overall it was good.
¡Muchas gracias por su comentario! 😊
Excellent experience: the guide in Spanish is very friendly and makes you feel comfortable on the tour, made the tour of Egypt clear, enjoyable and very well organized. Fully recommended.
¡Muchas gracias por su maravilloso comentario! 😊 Nos alegra mucho saber que disfrutó la experiencia y que nuestro guía en español hizo el recorrido claro, agradable y cómodo para usted.
Absolutely amazing day. Thank you Reem. Your knowledge and passion is amazing, we really enjoyed spending the day with you & we learnt so much & would highly recommend to anyone to choose you as their guide, thank you
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌟 We’re truly happy to hear that you had such an amazing day, and Reem will be delighted to know that her knowledge and passion made your experience so special.
Hello Osama, sorry for the late reply, I didn't have time to deal with it yesterday ! Here's my review: I'm traveling alone in Egypt and I chose Osama's services to accompany me to visit the three pyramid sites near Cairo :Giza, Saqqara, and Dahshur. A taxi picked me up at 8:00 AM directly from my hotel, and Osama was waiting for me at the entrance to the Giza site. Communication was very smooth, Osama is very kind, and we were able to see some truly beautiful things. I particularly enjoyed the pyramids of Dahshur. I'm glad I had a guide, it allowed me to find my way around easily and appreciate these magnificent monuments ! The driver was also a very good driver. I felt safe. I highly recommend choosing Osama and this tour to visit the pyramids.
Thank you so much for your kind and detailed review! 🌟 We’re truly happy to hear that you had a smooth and enjoyable solo experience exploring Giza, Saqqara, and Dahshur. Osama will be delighted to know that his guidance, kindness, and clear communication made your journey even more special — especially your visit to the Dahshur pyramids. We’re also glad you felt safe and comfortable with the driver. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’d love to welcome you again for another unforgettable experience in Egypt! 🇪🇬✨
I had a great day today. My driver Ibrahim was great. He picked me up from the hotel on time and waited patiently at every attraction so I can enjoy all experiences. I would definitely recommend this trip.
Thank you so much for your kind review! 🌅 We’re happy to hear you enjoyed a private and peaceful sunset cruise, and that the driver’s politeness and patience made the experience even better.
Had a great experience today the guide and driver Fares were really friendly and looked after me all day. The guide osama was very knowledgeable and answered any questions I had. He made sure I was ok the whole time.
Thank you so much for your kind review! 🌟 We’re delighted to hear that you had a great experience and that Fares and Osama took such good care of you throughout the day. It’s wonderful to know that Osama’s knowledge and attention made the tour even more enjoyable. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again soon for another amazing experience in Egypt! 🇪🇬✨
The guide was so kind and he had a lot of patience to waiting us.
Thank you so much for your kind review! 🌟 We’re very happy to hear that you had a very good experience and that the guide was kind and patient throughout the tour.
I booked the tour just one hour before it started, and everything was arranged very quickly. Our guide Asma was very cooperative and helpful throughout the trip. Even though it was Ramadan, she tried to find a place where I could try Koshary. I really appreciated the effort and had a very enjoyable experience. Highly recommended!
Vielen Dank für Ihre tolle Bewertung! 😊 Wir freuen uns sehr, dass Sie einen schönen Tag in Kairo hatten und dass Seyam Ihnen viele interessante Informationen geben konnte. Es ist schön zu hören, dass sowohl der Guide als auch der Fahrer zu einer angenehmen und gut organisierten Tour beigetragen haben. Pünktlichkeit, Komfort und ein reibungsloser Ablauf sind uns sehr wichtig, daher freut es uns besonders, dass Sie die Erfahrung weiterempfehlen. Wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder zu einer weiteren Tour in Ägypten begrüßen zu dürfen! 🇪🇬✨
We had a lovely day tour in Cairo. Our guide Seyam had been able to give us a lot of information. He was friendly and helpful everywhere. With our driver and the guide we had a good team for the day tour. The tour is really worth it as you can see a lot of Cairo. Punctual pickup, good vehicle, no long waits at attractions. Recommended.
Vielen Dank für Ihre tolle Bewertung! 😊 Wir freuen uns sehr, dass Sie einen schönen Tag in Kairo hatten und dass Seyam Ihnen viele interessante Informationen geben konnte. Es ist schön zu hören, dass sowohl der Guide als auch der Fahrer zu einer angenehmen und gut organisierten Tour beigetragen haben. Pünktlichkeit, Komfort und ein reibungsloser Ablauf sind uns sehr wichtig, daher freut es uns besonders, dass Sie die Erfahrung weiterempfehlen. Wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder zu einer weiteren Tour in Ägypten begrüßen zu dürfen! 🇪🇬✨
