Egyptian Museum, Coptic and Islamic Cairo Private Tour

1 Day

Overview

Explore the most stunning cultural and historical sites in Islamic and Coptic Cairo. Wander within the narrow old streets of Coptic Cairo and delve into the oldest market ever in Africa on a full-day tour. See the impressive Citadel of Saladin and Khan El-Khalili bazaar. Explore the Christian site of Cairo, and learn about the journey of the holy family in Egypt. Also, enjoy a visit to the Ben Ezra synagogue, which is the reputed location of Moses’ discovery as a baby. Not proved Thu!

Itinerary

Day 1 :
Cairo
  • Egyptian Museum

  • With over 10,000 pieces from every period of Egyptian history, including the treasures from the tomb of Tutankhamun, this massive museum could also be an incredible place to seek out out about the country. There is much free time for you to explore on your own. Please note, there’s a further 50 EGP fee to require photos within the museum.

  • Citadel Of Saladin

  • advance to visit Cairo Citadel of Saladin, one of the world’s topmost monuments to medieval warfare with large imposing gateways, edifices, and high defending walls, the Citadel is one of Cairo’s main draws and likely the most popular non-Pharaonic monument in the Egyptian capital. Discover the prominent Mohamed Ali Mosque, which was erected between 1830 and 1848 by the architect Yousef Bushnak.

  • Lunch in an authentic restaurant

  • Lunch is going to be served at a neighborhood restaurant, before moving on to enjoy your excursion to The Souk.

  • Orientation Walk in Khan el-Khalili Bazaar

  • Head to the Khan el-Khalili bazaar in downtown Cairo for an orientation walk with our guide. Explore the best places to buy various things, and opt to enjoy a hookah and a cup of Black tea in a local cafe. Seize the chance to stroll and shop the narrow pathways.

  • Coptic Cairo

  • Continue to Coptic Cairo to go to the famous Hanging Church, a region of Orthodox worship and one among the oldest churches in Egypt. Explore Abu Serga church, known formally as Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church. This place has great significance because it's believed to be the spot where the Holy Family stayed during their trip to Egypt. Continue towards Ben Ezra synagogue, which is that the reputed spot of Moses’ discovery as a baby.

Please note that our itinerary is flexible, and it doesn't have to be applied as it is in the same order mentioned above. places can be switched during the time of the tour. Your tour guide is able to change the order of the places and sites you visit. However, he is not able to skip or change a visit included in the itinerary. This can be done upon a special request from all members of the group.

What's Included

  • All transfers from/to sites are included(a private air-conditioned vehicle)
  • Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites
  • Bottled water per person during the tour
  • Shopping tours in Cairo
  • All service charges & taxes
  • Professional tour guide

What's Included

  • Any extras or optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Entry fees inside the Pyramids, and the Solar Boat on the Giza plateau
  • Tipping

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Egyptian Museum, Coptic and Islamic Cairo Private Tour
From $79
/ Adult
  • private air-conditioned vehicle
  • 1- light
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • One-Day Tour
  • Lunch

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