Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo Day Tour
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About this journey
Discover the history, culture, and religious heritage of Cairo on a full-day private tour combining the Egyptian Museum with the historic landmarks of Old Cairo.
Begin your journey at the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to one of the world’s most remarkable collections of ancient Egyptian artifacts. Explore thousands of objects spanning different periods of Egyptian history, including royal statues, ancient jewelry, sarcophagi, and other fascinating treasures.
Continue to Old Cairo, where centuries of Egyptian history come together. Visit the famous Citadel of Saladin and admire the impressive architecture of the Mosque of Muhammad Ali. Then explore the historic Coptic quarter, including the Hanging Church and the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus, before continuing to the Ben Ezra Synagogue, subject to opening availability.
End your day with a visit to the atmospheric streets of Islamic Cairo and Khan El Khalili Bazaar, where you can browse traditional handicrafts, souvenirs, spices, and local products.
At the end of the tour, you will be comfortably transferred back to your hotel.
The highlights
- Visit the Egyptian Museum in central Cairo
- Discover thousands of ancient Egyptian artifacts
- Explore the historic Citadel of Saladin
- Visit the impressive Mosque of Muhammad Ali
- Discover the churches and heritage of Coptic Cairo
- Visit the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue, subject to availability
- Explore the atmospheric streets of Islamic Cairo
- Enjoy free time at Khan El Khalili Bazaar
- Private transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- Explore Cairo with a professional Egyptologist guide
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
- Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to the Egyptian Museum
- Entrance fees to the listed sightseeing sites
- Bottled water during the tour
- All applicable taxes and service charges
- Lunch
What’s not included
- Personal expenses
- Shopping expenses
- Optional activities
- Gratuities
- Any additional entrance fees not mentioned in the itinerary
Good to know
- Is this tour private ? — Yes. This is a private tour for you and your group, with private transportation and a dedicated Egyptologist guide.
- How long is the tour ? — The tour takes approximately 8–9 hours , depending on traffic, sightseeing time, and your preferred pace.
- Can I be picked up from Giza ? — Yes. Pickup and drop-off are available from hotels in both Cairo and Giza .
- Is lunch included ? — Yes Lunch is not included.
- Can I customize the itinerary ? — Yes. Egyptia Tours can customize the itinerary according to your interests, available time, and preferred sightseeing pace.
- Is the Egyptian Museum the Grand Egyptian Museum ? — No. This tour visits the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square . If you would like to visit the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) , we recommend booking our dedicated Grand Egyptian Museum & Giza Pyramids Tour
- Can I visit Khan El Khalili without shopping ? — Absolutely. Shopping is completely optional. You can simply enjoy the atmosphere, architecture, and traditional streets of the historic bazaar.
- What should I wear ? — Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended. When visiting religious sites, modest clothing covering the shoulders and knees is recommended.
Day by day
Day 1 — Hotel Pickup
Your Egyptia Tours representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Day 2 — Egyptian Museum
Start your tour with a visit to the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square.
Explore its extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts and learn about the civilization that flourished along the Nile for thousands of years.
Your Egyptologist guide will help you understand the most important statues, artifacts, and historical periods represented in the museum.
Day 3 — Citadel of Saladin
Continue to the historic Citadel of Saladin, one of Cairo's most important medieval landmarks.
Enjoy panoramic views of Cairo and visit the famous Mosque of Muhammad Ali, known for its impressive Ottoman-inspired architecture and large domes.
Day 4 — Coptic Cairo
Continue to the historic Christian quarter of Cairo.
Visit the Hanging Church, one of the most famous Coptic churches in Egypt, and the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus, traditionally associated with the Holy Family's journey in Egypt.
You may also visit the Ben Ezra Synagogue, subject to opening hours and availability.
Day 5 — Islamic Cairo & Khan El Khalili
Continue to the historic heart of Islamic Cairo.
Explore the traditional atmosphere of the old streets before enjoying free time at Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
Browse shops selling souvenirs, traditional crafts, spices, jewelry, and other Egyptian products. You can also stop at a traditional café for Egyptian tea or coffee.
Day 6 — Hotel Drop-off
After completing your Cairo sightseeing tour, relax in your private vehicle as you are transferred back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
Price & planning
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- 1 person230.00 USD / person
- 2–4 people180.00 USD / person
- 5–9 people130.00 USD / person
- Child120.00 USD / child
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