Cairo Highlights

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Cairo Highlights

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8 hours

Moderate

Minimum age: 1

Cairo Egypt tour

Explore the Egyptian Museum and witness all of it's historical statues and golden masks that King Tut wore. Visit the mosque of Mohamed Ali and discover the oldest area in Cairo where you will have the unique opportunity to see the Roman fort and some Coptic churches. Then continue on to explore the Khan Bazaar, a very traditional market in the city.

Egyptian museum

The place that houses the greatest collection of artifacts dating back to Ancient Egypt in the world.

Coptic Cairo tour

Coptic Cairo is an area that houses some of the oldest churches (Hanging Church, Church of Abu Serga, Church of St. Barbara and many others), ruins of the Roman Fortress of Babylon that dates back to the 1st century A.D., the Coptic Museum and many other gems.

The main attraction of the area in this tour is the Hanging Church.

Cairo Citadel tour

The citadel of Cairo or citadel of Saladin dates back to the 12th century to protect Cairo against potential Crusades and since that time till the middle of the 19th century it remained the residence of the ruler of Egypt. Inside the Cairo Citadel there are many ancient mosques and buildings, the most important of which is the Alabaster Mosque  built by Mohamed Aly Pasha in the first half of the 19th century.

Khan el Khalili Bazaar

Explore the Bazaar that dates back to the Medieval Ages. Live the experience of bargaining with the local sellers.

At the end of the tour you will be transferred back to your hotel.


What's included?
  • Food & drinks
WiFi during the tour
Qualified Egyptologist guide
Round-trip private transfer
Lunch overlooking the Nile
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local taxes
Bottled water
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions
  • Tip or gratuity
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Extra entrance fees (Royal Mummy Room)
Please note
    • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Infant meals not included
    • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
    • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
    • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
    • • Dress code is smart casual • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
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