Tour to the Egyptian Museum, Old Coptic and Islamic Cairo


































Overview
Tour to the Egyptian Museum, Old Coptic and Islamic Cairo
Experience the best of Cairo's rich history and culture on our budget-friendly tour, featuring the Egyptian Museum, Coptic Cairo, and Islamic Cairo!
Book the most affordable tours in Cairo with Mystic Egypt Tours, where we bring years of expertise in organizing memorable trips. Our new Budget Egyptian Museum, Coptic, and Islamic Cairo Tour allows you to explore the Egyptian Museum’s incredible collection, showcasing treasures from Egypt’s early dynastic period, Old Kingdom, Middle Kingdom, and New Kingdom.
Discover Old Cairo with an informative Coptic Cairo tour, visiting some of Egypt’s oldest Christian landmarks, like the Hanging Church and the Ben Ezra Synagogue. You’ll also explore the Citadel of Saladin during your Islamic Cairo tour, before finishing your day with a visit to the vibrant Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
This tour offers a fantastic opportunity to experience the diverse culture and history of Cairo at an affordable price.
Included/Excluded
- All services and taxes are included in the tour price.
- A shopping tour in Egypt during all tours to Cairo. (upon request).
- Snack stops on request during day tours in Egypt.
- All transfers from/to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
- All entrance fees to Egyptian museums and attractions are mentioned in the itinerary.
- Private air-conditioned car at your service during day tours in Egypt.
- Local lunch at a nice restaurant A certified guide will accompany you during this wonderful day tour.
- Complimentary bottle of water.
- Enjoy a local mint tea or coffee at one of the most famous cafes in Cairo, such as El-Fishawy Cafe in Khan El-Khalili or Layali Elhussein Cafe.
- Any extras we have not mentioned in the above itinerary.
- Tip or gratitude to the staff.
- Drinks during meals.
- Prices will increase during peak seasons such as Christmas, New Year, and Easter.
Tour Plan
1. Egyptian Museum :
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You'll kick off the day exploring the museum with your guide, learning about fascinating artifacts, especially King Tutankhamun's treasures. This is one of the world's most important collections, especially the golden burial mask and jewelry.
2. Salah al-Din Citadel and Alabaster Mosque :
- Next, you’ll visit the impressive Citadel and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali. This will give you a glimpse of Ottoman architecture and the medieval Islamic history of Cairo.
3. Lunch :
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After visiting the Citadel, you'll enjoy a delicious Egyptian meal, featuring local dishes to recharge before the next part of your journey.
4. Coptic Cairo :
- Your afternoon will take you to some of Egypt’s oldest and most revered churches, including the Hanging Church, the Church of St. Sergius, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue. This area will give you insight into the rich Christian and Jewish history of Cairo.
5. Islamic Cairo :
- You’ll continue to explore Cairo’s remarkable Islamic neighborhoods, taking in medieval fortifications and more mosques, including the Al-Hakim Mosque.