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Cairo: Egyptian Museum, Citadel, and Old Cairo Guided Tour

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Activity provider:Egypt Excursions Online
Cairo: Egyptian Museum, Citadel, and Old Cairo Guided Tour
Top rated
4.739427 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.739427 out of 5 stars
733 reviews

Explore Cairo’s top sites with a guided tour of the Citadel, Egyptian Museum, and Old Cairo. Discover Egypt’s history and culture with optional add-ons for a fully customizable experience.

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Duration 5 - 8 hours
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Arabic, English, French, German, Romanian, Russian, Chinese, Czech, Dutch, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Turkish, Ukrainian
Pickup included
Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time and our driver will take you from your hotel to the tour.
Private group available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Victoria – Russia

We had wonderful guide Enas who was extremely knowledgeable, kind, friendly and told us numerous facts about Egypt and its history. Highly recommend.

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Noemi – Hungary

We had an incredible day exploring Old Cairo, the Citadel, and the Egyptian Museum with our guide Mariam. She was super friendly, bubbly, and full of energy from the start — it felt like spending the day with a passionate local friend! Mariam’s knowledge of Egyptian history was absolutely mind-blowing, like walking around with a living encyclopedia. She packed so much into one day, showing us so many parts of the city while keeping it all engaging with interesting stories and fun facts along the way. The view from the Citadel was stunning, and the Tutankhamen section of the Egyptian Museum was definitely a highlight for me. Thank you so much, Mariam, for an amazing and unforgettable day in Cairo! 🙏🏻🫶🏻

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Participants

Highlights

  • Visit the Citadel of Saladin and Muhammad Ali Mosque.
  • Explore the vast collections of the Egyptian Museum.
  • Explore the Egyptian Museum in Cairo and immerse into ancient history
  • Optional add-ons: Felucca ride, professional photographer, and more.
  • Choose from shared or private tour options to suit your needs.

Full description

Discover Egypt’s rich history on this guided tour of the Egyptian Museum, Citadel, and Old Cairo, with optional add-ons to enhance your experience. Start your day in the morning as you meet your professional guide in your hotel lobby, setting off on a memorable journey through Cairo’s iconic landmarks.

Tour Itinerary:
Citadel of Saladin: Begin your tour at the impressive Citadel of Saladin, an iconic fortress that offers panoramic views of Cairo. Explore the historic mosques, including the stunning Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and learn about the Citadel's role in Egypt's history. Spend approximately 2 hours uncovering the tales of sultans, warriors, and architectural marvels.

Egyptian Museum: Continue to the Egyptian Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts. Spend 2 hours exploring treasures that span thousands of years, including the legendary treasures of Tutankhamun. Discover mummies, statues, and relics with your guide's expert insights into Egypt's ancient past.

Old Cairo: Conclude your journey in Old Cairo, a historic area filled with ancient churches, mosques, and narrow, bustling streets. Spend an hour exploring this unique district, visiting landmarks such as the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue, while soaking up the atmosphere of one of Cairo's oldest neighborhoods.

Optional Add-Ons: Enhance your experience with visits to Cairo’s historic treasures. Choose from the Khan el-Khalili Tour, Ibn Tulun Mosque, Al-Azhar Mosque, Gayer-Anderson Museum, Amr ibn Al-Aas Mosque, Al-Rifa’i Mosque, Aqmar Mosque, Muizz Street, Abu al-Abbas Mosque, Qalawun Complex, Prince Mohamed Ali Palace, City of the Dead, Gayr-Anderson Museum, Bayt al-Suhaymi, Islamic and Coptic Cairo, and The Cave Church. Add these to your booking at checkout for a richer exploration of Egypt’s heritage.

Shopping Experience: End your day with an optional visit to local shops where you can find Egyptian handicrafts, essential oils, jewelry, and more, perfect for gifts and souvenirs.

Tour Options:
Shared Tour: Explore the Citadel, Egyptian Museum, and Old Cairo with fellow travelers. This option includes an English-speaking guide only. Entry tickets and lunch are not included.

Private Tour without Tickets & Lunch: Enjoy a private tour in any language with a personal guide. Tickets and lunch are not included, allowing you flexibility in planning your day.

Private Tour with Tickets & Lunch: Experience a hassle-free private tour with all entry tickets and a traditional Egyptian lunch included. Available in any language for a complete, convenient journey.

With various options and customizable add-ons, this tour is perfect for anyone eager to explore Cairo’s historical treasures. Whether you’re a history buff or simply curious, this guided tour promises an enriching and unforgettable day in Egypt’s vibrant capital.

Includes

  • Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Cairo or Giza
  • Shared Tour: Professional English-speaking guide only
  • Private Tour: Professional guide available in all languages
  • Guided tour of the Egyptian Museum, Citadel, and Old Cairo
  • Tour to Papyrus Gallery & Essential Oils Factory
  • Tour to Bazaar and Egyptian Cotton Store
  • Tour to Handmade Carpets School
  • Bottled water
  • Entry tickets (if option is selected)
  • Lunch (if option is selected)
  • Felucca ride (available as an add-on)
  • Transfers from airport (available for an extra fee)
  • Tips (optional)
  • Personal expenses
  • Any extras not mentioned in the program

Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Credit card
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Cash

Not allowed

  • Pets

Know before you go

  • Specify your preferred language for the guide if booking a Private Tour. For Shared Tours, note that guides are only available in English.
  • Indicate any specific activities or add-ons you are interested in, such as Felucca ride, Khan Khalili Tour, or professional photography, so we can assist in arranging them.
  • Any special requests or requirements, such as a particular pickup time or additional services, should be communicated before booking to ensure we can accommodate them.
  • Language Options for Private Tours: When booking a private tour, you can select the tour with or without tickets and lunch in English. After selection, additional languages (Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Greek, Turkish, Ukrainian, Portuguese, Dutch, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Indonesian, Hindi, and Romanian) are available as add-ons.
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Victoria – RussiaJune 11, 2025 – Verified booking
We had wonderful guide Enas who was extremely knowledgeable, kind, friendly and told us numerous facts about Egypt and its history. Highly recommend.
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Noemi – HungaryJune 10, 2025 – Verified booking
We had an incredible day exploring Old Cairo, the Citadel, and the Egyptian Museum with our guide Mariam. She was super friendly, bubbly, and full of energy from the start — it felt like spending the day with a passionate local friend! Mariam’s knowledge of Egyptian history was absolutely mind-blowing, like walking around with a living encyclopedia. She packed so much into one day, showing us so many parts of the city while keeping it all engaging with interesting stories and fun facts along the way. The view from the Citadel was stunning, and the Tutankhamen section of the Egyptian Museum was definitely a highlight for me. Thank you so much, Mariam, for an amazing and unforgettable day in Cairo! 🙏🏻🫶🏻
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Anthony – IrelandJune 8, 2025 – Verified booking
Fantastic day, Miriam had so much knowledge and could also ask her so many questions about anything, very nice girl, well worth doing value for money i felt like we did so much more than I expected, really hope you get Miriam a good guide makes it so much better

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