Day Trip to Egyptian Museum Old Cairo
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Explore Ancient Egypt and Old Cairo in a Day, Embark on an unforgettable journey through time with our Day Trip to the Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo. This carefully curated tour offers a captivating glimpse into Egypt’s rich history and vibrant culture, all in the comfort of a single, expertly guided day.
Discover the Treasures of the Egyptian Museum
Our adventure begins at the world-renowned Egyptian Museum, home to an unparalleled collection of ancient artifacts. Marvel at the golden treasures of Tutankhamun, including his iconic death mask and sarcophagi. Your private Egyptologist guide will bring these artifacts to life, sharing fascinating stories and insights into the lives of pharaohs, gods, and ancient Egyptian society. Explore mummies, statues, jewelry, and countless other relics that offer a window into a glorious past.
Step Back in Time in Old Cairo
After immersing yourself in ancient wonders, we’ll journey to Old Cairo, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a melting pot of cultures and religions. Explore the historic Coptic Cairo, with its ancient churches and synagogues, including the Hanging Church and the Ben Ezra Synagogue. Wander through the narrow, winding streets of Islamic Cairo, admiring the stunning architecture of mosques and madrasas. Experience the vibrant atmosphere of this historic district, where history comes alive at every turn.
Enjoy a Comfortable and Hassle-Free Experience
This Day Trip to the Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo is designed for your comfort and convenience. We provide pick-up and drop-off services from your hotel or airport, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience. Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, accompanied by your knowledgeable English-speaking Egyptologist guide. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, savoring authentic Egyptian cuisine. Bottled water is provided throughout the day to keep you refreshed. All entrance fees to the mentioned sites and all taxes and service charges are included in the price.
What’s Included:
- Pick up services from your hotel or airport & return.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Lunch served in a local restaurant.
- Bottled water during your trip.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
- All taxes & service charges.
What’s Excluded:
- Entry visa to Egypt.
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Optional tours.
- Tipping.
Tour Summary
| Prices Start From | $50 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 day |
| Pickup & Drop off | Your Hotel or air port |
| Availability | Every day |
| Tour Category | Cairo Day Tours |
| Tour Tags | Popular Tours in Egypt: Best Experiences for 2026 & 2027 Travelers , |
| Tour destinations | Cairo tours and attractions ,Giza tours and attractions , |
| Tour Type | Private & Historical tour in Egypt , |
Tour Highlights
Tour Includes
- Pick up services from your hotel or air port & return.
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Lunch served in a local restaurant
- Bottled water during your trip.
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites.
- All taxes & service charges.
Tour Excludes
- Entry visa to Egypt.
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Option tours
- Tipping.
Itinerary
Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Old Cairo Tour
in the Morning your Vacations in Egypt tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to Start your incredible tour to visit as follow…
Egyptian Museum of Antiquities
you will continue your excursion with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, where there are antiques from the Pharaonic period. The museum exhibits a rare collection of 5000 years of art, considered to be the most valuable collection of Egyptian art in the world. More than 25,000 antiquities are on display, including an exhibition devoted to Tutankhamen’s Treasure, furniture and jewelry, kept in his tomb for more than 3,500 years before Howard Carter discovered them in 1922.
The Cairo Citadel
The second stage takes us to another part of the city, on the other side of the Nile, is the Citadel of Saladin (Salah El-Din).
Founded in 1176, it is a fortification in an elevated area of the city. Its & military& nature is still preserved since a large part of the area cannot be visited as it is dedicated to the army, but the historical part is open to the public and in addition to the fortifications and the priceless view of the city, here you can admire the great Mosque of Mohammed Ali, one of the symbols what you should see. Then Proceed to have your lunch at a local restaurant.
Lunch
At the end of the visit to the Citadel of Saladin, we will take a break and take the opportunity to eat and recharge. Lunch will be at a restaurant and Egyptian food (drinks not included).
Coptic Cairo
Then you will visit Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Church of St. Barbara, Church of Abu Serga.
Bazaar khan el khalili
After visiting the Egyptian Museum go see the beautiful Khan El-Khalili famous souq Cairo main market. Its always crowded with tourists and locals alike. It is the beating heart of the Egyptian metropolis. Lose yourself in the various bazaars where you will really find everything and buy some nice local handicrafts.
After the tour, we will take you back to the hotel.
What to pack for vacation list
- Hat.
- Camera.
- Umbrella.
- Medication.
- Comfortable shoes.
- Sunblock & Sunglasses.
- Warm clothes in winter.
- Cotton clothes in summer.
- Passport valid for 6 months.