Private Cairo Tour: Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Old Cairo

4.8 (5 reviews) Cairo, Egypt
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Duration6h - 8h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Cairo holds 5,000 years of history, and this private Full-day tour puts the best of it within reach without the crowds or the generic group experience
Your licensed Egyptologist picks you up from your Cairo or Giza hotel and leads you through four defining landmarks: the Egyptian Museum, home to Tutankhamun's golden mask and 250,000 original artifacts the Saladin Citadel with its breathtaking Muhammad Ali Mosque and sweeping city views; the legendary Khan Khalili Bazaar, where traders have gathered since 1382 and Coptic Cairo, including the Hanging Church and the cave where the Holy Family sheltered during their flight to Egypt
Midday, you'll pause for a traditional Egyptian lunch our signature Mixed Grill served with rice, salad, and tahini
The vehicle, guide, and itinerary are yours alone. No waiting for strangers. No rushed stops. Our officially licensed, multilingual Egyptologists bring each site to life with stories that go far beyond any guidebook.

Options

Car + Guide + Entry fees

Vip
Water
Trip stations:: The Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel, Khan Khalili, and the Religious Complex
Private air-conditioned car
Included: Tour Guide + Tickets
Pickup included

Car + Tour Guide Only

VIP
Water
Trip Stations:: The Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel, Khan Khalili, and the Religious Complex
Private air-conditioned car
Tour Guide
Pickup included

Car+ Guide+vip lunch+EntryFees

Vip
Lunch: VIP open buffet
Trip Stations:: The Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel, Khan Khalili, and the Religious Complex
Private air-conditioned car
Included: Tour Guide
Tickets
Lunch
Pickup included

Car with Driver Only

Private air-conditioned car
Water
Pickup included

What's included

  • Entrance tickets to all sites (Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Coptic Cairo churches),(select at booking)
  • Free hotel pickup & drop-off (Cairo & Giza — contact us to confirm your area)
  • Traditional Egyptian lunch (Mixed Grill: kebab, kofta, shish tawook + sides)
  • Licensed Egyptologist guide (select at booking)
  • Bottled water throughout the day
  • Gratuities for your guide and driver will be appreciated
  • Personal purchases at Khan el-Khalili
  • Airport pickup (available at additional cost — contact us)

What to expect

  1. Citadel of Saladin
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Your day begins at the Citadel of Saladin, the medieval fortress that has dominated Cairo's skyline since 1183 AD. Built to defend the city against the Crusaders, it became the seat of Egyptian power for seven centuries. Inside, your Egyptologist guide leads you through the stunning Muhammad Ali Mosque — known as the Alabaster Mosque for its gleaming white stone interior — where light pours through Ottoman domes and the city of Cairo stretches out below you in every direction.
  2. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
    2h · Admission ticket included
    No visit to Cairo is complete without time in the Egyptian Museum, the world's greatest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts. With over 250,000 original pieces spanning more than 5,000 years, the highlights are staggering: Tutankhamun's solid gold funeral mask, the royal mummies of Ramses II and Seti I, the Narmer Palette (the world's oldest historical document), and towering statues of the pharaohs who built the pyramids. Your guide knows which rooms to prioritize and which stories most travelers never hear.
  3. Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar
    45m
    Founded in 1382 by the Mamluk emir Djaharks el-Khalili, Khan el-Khalili is one of the oldest and most atmospheric markets in the Middle East. The lanes weave through perfume sellers, papyrus traders, silver jewelers, and spice merchants. Browse at your own pace, pick up authentic Egyptian souvenirs, and try a glass of mint tea or karkade (hibiscus tea) at one of the old cafés that locals have been visiting for generations. Your guide can help you navigate pricing and find pieces that are actually made in Egypt.
  4. Coptic Cairo
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Cairo's oldest neighborhood is a layered world of ancient Roman fortifications, medieval Coptic churches, and quiet cobblestone lanes. The centerpiece is the Al-Mu'allaqa Church — the "Hanging Church" — built atop the towers of a Roman fortress gate, its nave suspended in the air above 2,000-year-old stonework. Nearby, the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus (Abu Serga) marks the cave where tradition holds the Holy Family rested during their flight from King Herod. Your guide weaves together Jewish, Christian, and Islamic history into one seamless story of this extraordinary city.
  5. Cairo
    1h
    Midway through your day, enjoy a sit-down Egyptian lunch at a local restaurant — not a tourist buffet. Your meal includes our signature Mixed Grill platter: charcoal-grilled kofta, kebab, and shish tawook, served with fluffy rice or freshly baked bread, tahini, salad, and pickles. It's a real meal, the way Cairenes eat it.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Any Cairo or Giza address covered — contact us if unsure.
If your hotel is outside our free coverage area or from an airport Additional fees will be applied.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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