Cairo in a Day: Ancient Wonders & Bazaar Treasures

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Duration

daily

Max Group Size

7

Departure Type

Guaranteed

Guiding Method

Fully guided

Physical level

easy

Operated In

English, French, German, Deutch, Spanish, Chinese, Italian

About this tour

Cairo in a Day: History, Views & Bazaar Treasures

Discover Cairo’s remarkable past on a full-day journey through its most unforgettable sights. Explore the world-renowned Egyptian Museum, take in sweeping city views from the medieval Saladin Citadel, and wander through Old Cairo, where layers of history come alive at Babylon Fortress, the Hanging Church, Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, and Ben Ezra Synagogue.

Then soak up the colour and character of Khan El-Khalili, Cairo’s legendary bazaar district. Browse its lively lanes and find the perfect Egyptian souvenir to take home.

One extraordinary day. Centuries of history. Memories to last a lifetime.

Booking Ref: FIT-260916-12

HistoricalIn-depth CulturalSightseeingDailyMuseum

Route

Journey4 stops
  1. 1CairoAfricaEgyptStart
  2. 2The Egyptian MuseumAfricaEgyptCairo
  3. 3Saladin CitadelAfricaEgypt
  4. 4Khan el-KhaliliAfricaEgyptEnd

What makes this tour special

The Egyptian Museum, one of the most important museums in the world The Saladin Citadel of Cairo with its grand view over the city Old Cairo with the Babylon Fortress and the Hanging Church Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church and the Ben Ezra Synagogue Khan El-Khalili, the bazaar district, for Egyptian souvenirs

Itinerary

09:00 am | Hotel pickup
Meet your Tour Egypt representative and tour guide in your hotel lobby before setting out for a day of Cairo’s history, architecture, and local culture.

09:45 am | Saladin Citadel of Cairo
Visit the medieval citadel and admire the famous Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali, along with sweeping views across the city.
Visit duration: 45 minutes

10:30 am | Khan El-Khalili Bazaar
Explore Cairo’s historic market district, browse its lively lanes, and shop for Egyptian souvenirs.
Visit duration: 1 hour

11:30 am | Old Cairo
Discover some of the city’s most significant historic and religious landmarks:

  • Babylon Fortress

  • The Hanging Church, also known as Saint Virgin Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church

  • Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, also known as Abu Serga Church

  • Ben Ezra Synagogue, also known as El-Geniza Synagogue or the Synagogue of the Palestinians

Visit duration: 1 hour

12:30 pm | Transfer to the Egyptian Museum

01:00 pm | Egyptian Museum
Enjoy a guided visit to one of the world’s most important museums, exploring its remarkable collection of ancient Egyptian treasures.
Visit duration: 2 hours

03:00 pm | Return to your hotel
After a day filled with Cairo’s highlights, relax on the journey back to your hotel.

Trip includes

Included

  • English Egyptologist tour guide

Guiding Method
Fully guided

English French German Deutch Spanish Chinese Italian

  • A bottle of mineral water during your tour

  • Lunch in a deluxe restaurant (1 big bottle for each table at lunchtime)

  • Pick-up service from the hotel & return

  • Transportation in a modern, air-conditioned car

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  • Entrance fees to all sights as mentioned at the historical place

  • All taxes & service charge

Excluded

EXCLUDED:

  • All extras not listed in the package.

  • Tipping Kitty

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