Private Day Tour: Egyptian Museum - Citadel - Islamic & Coptic Cairo

Step back in time with a visit to Salah El Din Citadel, a medieval Islamic fortress. Here, you can explore the well built by Salah El Din to supply water to the citadel. Don't miss the stunning Mohamed Ali Mosque nearby. Next, tour Old Cairo, where you'll discover its many historic churches and a Roman fort. Finally, conclude your journey at the renowned Egyptian Museum, home to countless treasures from ancient Egypt.

Important Info

• Tour Duration: 8 Hours
• Location: Cairo in Egypt
• Time Log: 8:00 AM
• Scheduling: All week

Highlights

• Hotel pick-up and return
• Private Egyptologist Guide
• Wander through the streets of Old Cairo
• Family friendly
• All entrance fees included
• All our Egyptologist guides are qualified and fully licensed
• All our clients are insured

Tour Description

Our Valley the Kings qualified Egyptologist guide will pick you up from your hotel by A/C vehicle and accompany you on a visit to the fabulous Egyptian Museum, which houses artifacts from the Pharaonic period. Here, you will be able to view the wonderful Tutankhamun collection of treasures. We will then proceed to Salah El Din Citadel, a medieval Islamic fort. Next, we’ll visit the Mohamed Ali Mosque, the most noticeable mosque in Cairo, featuring twin minarets built in memory of his oldest son. Our journey continues to Old Cairo to visit The Hanging Church, known for its steps leading up, hence its name, the Staircase Church. You can also see the Abu Sirga Church, reportedly built on the site where the Holy Family rested, adorned with scenes of the life of Christ and the Virgin Mary. Now it’s time to enjoy the hustle and bustle of the colorful Khan El Khalili Bazaar and shop until you drop. After these fabulous tours, enjoy a comfortable drive back to your hotel.

Additional Helpful Information

• Our cars include limousines, HIACE, and minivans, all A/C.
• We recommend wearing sunglasses.
• Always carry a bottle of water.
• Wear suitable shoes.
• Use sunscreen in summer.
• Wear light clothing due to high temperatures in summer.
• We recommend wearing long trousers in winter.
• We recommend taking a jacket in winter.
• Yes, you can use USD, Euro, British Pound, and Egyptian Pound.
• Feel stress-free knowing we are a professional registered company.
• Yes, all our Egyptologist guides are qualified and fully licensed.
• Yes, all our private cars are very comfortable with professional drivers.
• Yes, all our clients are insured.
• There are baby seats and seat belts in all vehicles.
• This is an easy-to-navigate tour.
• Yes, you are allowed to take photos.
• The distance from Cairo Airport to the pyramids is approximately 60 minutes.
• The distance from the pyramids to the Egyptian Museum is approximately 45 minutes.
• The distance from the pyramids to Salah El Din Citadel is approximately 45 minutes.
• Yes, you can change your tour to another day if necessary.
• In regards to tipping, it depends on you as the customer how satisfied you are with the service and how much you would like to give.

Pricing

Price Policy

Our prices are quoted in USD, but we also accept Euros and Sterling. The prices are per person and per trip, except during peak seasons such as Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays. You can easily change the currency by clicking the icon at the bottom of the page.

Children Policy

• Ages 0 - 1.99: Free of charge
• Ages 2 - 11.99: Pay 50% of the tour price
• Ages 12 and above: Pay the full tour price as an adult

Note: For domestic flights included in your tour, children aged 0-2 incur a fee of $15. Children aged 2 and above are classified as adults.

Payment Policy

A deposit of 25% of the total tour price is required. During peak times (Christmas, New Year, and Easter), the deposit increases to 50%. Payment can be made via bank transfer (details will be provided), Western Union, or online.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation fees are as follows:

• More than 1 week in advance: No cancellation fee
• 3 to 6 days in advance: 50% cancellation fee
• Within 2 days of departure: 100% cancellation fee

Important: All flights require a 100% cancellation fee.

Tipping

If you are satisfied with the services provided, it is customary to give a gratuity, although you are not obligated to do so.