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Full-Day Egyptian Museum tour, Citadel & Khan El Khalili

Day Tours and Excursions

Full-Day Egyptian Museum tour, Citadel & Khan El Khalili

Discover Cairo’s history: visit the Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Salah El Din, Mohamed Ali Mosque, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar.

Duration

8 Hours

Tour Category

Day Tours and Excursions

Max travelers

10 people

Languages

English

About this tour

Step into the living history of Cairo on this full-day private the Egyptian Museum tour, the Citadel of Salah El Din and the Khan El Khalili bazaar. Begin at the world-famous Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to tens of thousands of Pharaonic treasures, from Old Kingdom statues to intricate Middle Kingdom models, all brought to life by your expert Egyptologist guide. Continue to the medieval Citadel of Salah El Din, the fortress that guarded the city for centuries, and step inside the magnificent Mohamed Ali Mosque, an Ottoman masterpiece known as the Alabaster Mosque. Finish in the vibrant lanes of Khan El Khalili, one of the world's oldest markets, where the scent of spices and perfumes fills the air and craftsmen sell silver, textiles and handmade souvenirs. With private transfers, an expert Egyptologist guide and lunch included, it is an unforgettable journey through the heart of old Cairo.

Highlights

  • - Explore the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square and its priceless Pharaonic treasures.
  • - Discover the medieval Citadel of Salah El Din, a fortress that guarded Cairo for centuries.
  • - Admire the Ottoman splendour of the Mohamed Ali (Alabaster) Mosque.
  • - Wander and shop in the vibrant Khan El Khalili, one of the world’s oldest bazaars.

Included / Excluded

Included

  • - Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo
  • - All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • - Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites
  • - Private Egyptologist guide throughout the tour
  • - Lunch at a local restaurant
  • - Bottled water during the tour
  • - All taxes and service charges

Excluded

  • - Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
  • - Tipping
  • - Personal expenses

Itinerary

  1. Full-Day Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Khan El Khalili

    Private Pickup from Cairo: Your day begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel by a professional Desert Cruise Travel representative in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. The Egyptian Museum (Tahrir Square): Start at the legendary museum in downtown Cairo, where your expert guide leads you through its grand halls, focusing on iconic masterpieces such as the statues of Rahotep and Nofret, the Narmer Palette and the fascinating Middle Kingdom models. Lunch: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Citadel of Salah El Din & Mohamed Ali Mosque: Ascend to the medieval Citadel of Salah El Din, the fortress that protected Cairo for centuries, and visit the Mohamed Ali Mosque, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture famed for its soaring domes and breathtaking courtyard. Khan El Khalili Bazaar: Dive into the sensory delight of Egypt's oldest market, wandering the historic alleys among traditional perfumes and shopping for silver, textiles and handmade souvenirs. Return to Cairo: At the end of the day, enjoy a private transfer back to your hotel.

Prices & Accommodation

Tour Prices

Base Accommodation (Standard)

Standard

$1

Per Person in Double Room

Imported base package. Calendar dates without overrides use this price.

Tour categories

Day Tours and ExcursionsEgyptCairo

Frequently asked questions

Is this tour to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) or the Tahrir Museum?

This tour is dedicated to the original Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square . It remains a "must-visit" for its historic atmosphere and its massive, diverse collection of Pharaonic antiquities.

What are the main highlights of the Tahrir Museum if I'm not seeing Tutankhamun?

The museum is filled with incredible highlights, including the Tanis Royal Treasures , the monuments of the Pyramid builders, the Akhenaten gallery, and the intricate Middle Kingdom funerary models that show ancient Egyptian life in detail.

What is the dress code for the Citadel and Mosque?

As the mosque is an active place of worship, we recommend modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees. Ladies may want to carry a light scarf to cover their hair when entering the prayer hall.

Is the tour private or in a group?

All our Egyptian Museum and Citadel tours are private. This means you will have a private vehicle and a dedicated tour guide to ensure a personalized and comfortable experience.

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