The Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo tour invites American travelers on an exciting journey through Cairo’s rich history stretching back more than 1,200 years. Passion Egypt Tours will provide the highest level of service with a private A/C vehicle and an expert Egyptologist guide. Your tour includes the Egyptian Museum, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, and Old Cairo’s Islamic landmarks such as the Citadel of Salah El-Din, Mohamed Ali Mosque, and Khan El Khalili Bazaar, before returning to your hotel. Book this wonderful day tour and discover the beauty and spirit of Cairo.
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Explore the historical and cultural richness of Cairo’s landmarks and museums.
Discover how this magical city has preserved its timeless legacy.
Enjoy excellent service as you journey through the wonders of Cairo.
Create joyful memories during this unforgettable cultural adventure.
See world-class monuments and priceless artifacts up close.
End the day with a delightful shopping experience in Cairo’s vibrant markets.
Your guide will pick you up from your Cairo hotel in a private air-conditioned vehicle to begin exploring the Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo.
Since its founding in 1901 in central Cairo, the Egyptian Museum has preserved and displayed some of the nation’s most important ancient treasures.
Pause for lunch at a local Cairo restaurant before continuing your tour with your guide.
Built under the reign of Salah El-Din between 1176 and 1182, the Cairo Citadel served as Egypt’s seat of power until the 1860s and remains an impressive fortress.
Then continue your tour to:
Constructed between 1830 and 1848, this mosque—known as the Alabaster Mosque for its alabaster walls—is modeled after Istanbul’s Blue Mosque.
The NMEC is the first museum in the Arab world dedicated to showcasing Egyptian civilization across 4,000+ years, presenting history and culture with modern exhibits.
Finally, you will visit:
Dating to the 10th century, Al Muizz Street is a historic thoroughfare filled with Islamic art, unique antiques, and traditional markets near Khan El Khalili.
No Cairo visit is complete without stopping at Khan El Khalili, the city’s most famous bazaar since 970 AD, renowned across the Middle East.
At the end of the tour, return to your hotel by private vehicle.
Meals: Lunch
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