Cairo City Tour Egyptian Museum Coptic and Islamic Cairo

8 Hours Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourMin age 1+Guided by Aly of Egypt Tours
Cairo City Tour Egyptian Museum Coptic and Islamic CairoCairo City Tour Egyptian Museum Coptic and Islamic CairoCairo City Tour Egyptian Museum Coptic and Islamic Cairo
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Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourMin age 1+Guided

Why we love it?

This 8-hour Cairo city tour offers an in-depth exploration of key historical and religious sites across the city. Begin at the Egyptian Museum in the heart of Cairo, where your Egyptologist guide will explain the extensive collection of over 160,000 artifacts, including the treasures of King Tutankhamen. The tour continues to Old Cairo, visiting the Hanging Church and the Church of St Sergius, also known as the Cavern Church, notable for its connection to the Holy Family’s stay. You’ll also see the Ben Ezra Synagogue, a site with a layered history as both a Coptic church and later a Jewish synagogue. The journey concludes in Cairo’s Islamic district, where you can explore medieval walls, the Al-Azhar Mosque, madrasas, sabils, and the ancient stone-paved alleys that reflect the city’s Islamic heritage. This tour suits travelers interested in Egypt’s diverse religious history and ancient artifacts, combining cultural insights with comfortable transport and expert guidance.

Inclusions

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
  • Egyptologist guide

Exclusions

  • Lunch
  • Tipping
  • Any extras which are not covered by the tour itinerary.

Itinerary

Stop 1

located in the heart of Cairo. Go back in time and discover the greatness of the ancient Egyptian artifacts. More than 160,000 masterpieces are displayed on the two floors of the Egyptian Museum. Your Egyptologist tour guide will give you a clear explanation of all the items including the treasures of King Tutankhamen, the only royal treasure discovered intact and consists of a huge collection of gold and jewelry that were hidden under the sand more than three thousand years ago until the tomb was excavated in 1922 then it was entirely moved to Cairo and the Egyptian Museum.

Stop 2

Get amazed by The Hanging Church one of the highlights of Old Cairo trips, you will also visit the church of St Sergius which is also known as the Cavern Church, it was built above the crypt where Jesus Christ and his mother accompanied by Saint Joseph the carpenter stayed for nearly three months and the fountain from which they were drinking water. At last, you will see Ben Ezra Synagogue, according to traditions it was built before the ninth century when it has been converted into a Jewish Synagogue after it had been a Coptic Church for many centuries.

Stop 3

Explore the Islamic district of Cairo, which includes the various relics of medieval Cairo. You will see the old walls, mosques like Al- Azhar mosque. Madrasas, Sabils and gates of the city during the middle ages and its old stone-paved alleys date back the Islamic era

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions Hotels ( Cairo + Giza )

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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