Cairo full-day tours to old Egyptian museum & Islamic Cairo

5.0 (1 reviews) Cairo, Egypt
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, English, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Delve into History with a Day Trip to the Egyptian Museum and Islamic Cairo
Unlock the secrets of the past with an unforgettable day trip to the exquisite Egyptian Museum and the historical depths of Islamic Cairo. The Egyptian Museum, boasting a vast collection of antiquities, offers a captivating journey back in time. Later, experience the unique fusion of vibrant culture, mesmerising Islamic architecture, and rich history within the heart of Islamic Cairo. This tour is meticulously designed to ensure a seamless and enlightening exploration that leaves you biologically and culturally enriched.

What's included

  • Guide on site
  • Entry Fees
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottle of water
  • Tipping

What to expect

  1. Cairo
    1h
    Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by tour guide to start your tour
  2. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
    3h · Admission ticket not included
    The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, known commonly as the Egyptian Museum or Museum of Cairo, in Cairo, Egypt, is home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities. It has 120,000 items, with a representative amount on display, the remainder in storerooms. Built in 1901 by the Italian construction company Garozzo-Zaffarani to a design by the French architect Marcel Dourgnon, the edifice is one of the largest museums in the region. As of March 2019, the museum is open to the public. In 2020 the museum is due to be superseded by the new Grand Egyptian Museum at Giza.
  3. Mosque of Muhammad Ali
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Mohamed Ali Mosque that has been considered one of the most beautful mosque in Cairo it also know as the Alabaster Mosque because its outer walls has been Covered by Alabaster Stone
  4. 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Al‑Rifa’i Mosque is a majestic testament to Egypt's layered past—merging Fatimid, Mamluk, Ottoman, and European influences. As both a house of worship and royal necropolis, it invites reflection on faith, power, and artistry. Standing across from Sultan Hassan Mosque, it forms one of Cairo’s most unforgettable historical duets.
  5. Mosque and Madrasa of Sultan Hassan
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Then Followed by a visit to the Most and Biggest mosques in Cairo which is El Sultan Hassan Mosque that also known as `Madrasa El Sultan Hassan` that was founded by Sultan Hassan in 1356 A.D The Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan is a massive Mamluk era mosque and madrassa located near The Citadel in Cairo. Its construction began 757 AH/1356 CE with work ending three years later “without even a single day of idleness”. At the time of construction the mosque was considered remarkable for its fantastic size and innovative architectural components. Commissioned by a sultan of a short and relatively unimpressive profile, al-Maqrizi noted that within the mosque were several “wonders of construction”. The mosque was, for example, designed to include schools for all four of the Sunni schools of thought: Shafi’i, Maliki, Hanafi and Hanbali
  6. 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Then drive to Al-Azhar Mosque in Cairo it`s also known as the mosque of the most resplendent is a mosque in Islamic Cairo in Egypt.Al-Mu'izz li-Din Allah of the Fatimid Caliphate commissioned its construction for the newly established capital city in 970. Its name is usually thought to allude to the Islamic prophet Muhammad's daughter Fatimah, a revered figure in Islam who was given the title az-Zahrā .the shining or resplendent one.It was the first mosque established in Cairo,a city that has since gained the nickname "the City of a Thousand Minarets
  7. Al Emam Al Hussein Mosque
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    End your day tour By a visit to El Hussein Mosque in Cairo .Hallowed mosque believed to be the burial site of the head of the prophet Muhammad's grandson.
  8. Citadel of Saladin
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    the Citadel of Salah El Din in Cairo
  9. Cairo
    30m
    Tour Finishes with drop off at Customer Hotel in Cairo or Giza

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Giza

Meeting point

Cairo

Meeting point

Giza

Meeting point

Giza

Meeting point

Giza

Meeting point

Giza

Meeting point

Cairo

End point

Giza

End point

Cairo

End point

Giza

End point

Giza

End point

Giza

End point

Giza

End point

Cairo

Pickup details

As per requested time our tour guide will be waiting in the lobby of your hotel and he will be holding a sign showing your name on it

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
  • Entry fees includes basic area only

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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