Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo Tour

Hotel Pick-Up & Start of Tour

• Pick-up from your Cairo hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
• Meet your private Egyptologist tour guide and begin your historical journey.

First Stop: The Egyptian Museum

• Explore one of the world’s greatest museums, home to Egypt’s most significant monuments.
• Established in 1901, this museum showcases priceless artifacts spanning Egypt’s rich history.

Lunch Break

• Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Cairo.

Afternoon Tour: Citadel & Mosques

• Salah El-Din Citadel
  • A historic fortress built between 1176 and 1182.
  • Served as Egypt’s seat of government until the 1860s.
• Mohamed Ali Mosque (The Alabaster Mosque)
  • Constructed between 1830 and 1848.
  • Inspired by the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, with stunning alabaster walls.

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC)

• The first museum in the Arab world dedicated to Egyptian civilization across all eras.
• Features a modern display of over 4,000 years of history.

Exploring Old Cairo

• Al Muizz Street
  • A 10th-century street filled with breathtaking Islamic architecture and rare artifacts.
  • A fascinating walk through Cairo’s medieval past.
• Khan El Khalili Bazaar
  • The oldest and most famous market in the Middle East, founded in 970 AD.
  • A must-visit for souvenirs, antiques, and traditional Egyptian crafts.

Return to Hotel

• After an incredible historical and cultural journey, transfer back to your Cairo hotel.