1 day
Museum Visit
Midday – Citadel & Islamic Cairo
Lunch – Authentic Egyptian Koshari
Afternoon – Coptic Cairo
Late Afternoon – Khan El-Khalili Bazaar
50$
35$ per person
18$ per child
50$
35$ per person
20$
✨ Overview
Explore Cairo’s rich layers — from ancient artifacts to vibrant bazaars. This full-day tour blends Pharaonic history, Islamic architecture, and Coptic heritage, ending with Egypt’s most beloved dish: koshari!
📌 What’s Included:
Pick-up and drop-off
Professional Egyptologist guide
Enjoying the scene of the city trip
| 🏛 Morning – Museum Visit (Choose One) |
| Option 1: The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir See the golden mask of King Tutankhamun and explore thousands of ancient treasures. |
| Option 2: National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) Home of the Royal Mummies Hall and a stunning collection covering all eras of Egyptian history. |
| 💡 Choose your museum when booking the tour. |
| 🕌 Midday – Citadel & Islamic Cairo |
| Citadel of Saladin & Mosque of Muhammad Ali Visit this iconic fortress and its breathtaking mosque, known as the Alabaster Mosque. |
| Sultan Hassan & Al-Rifa’i Mosques Discover the grandeur of Cairo’s Islamic golden age. |
| 🍽 Lunch – Authentic Egyptian Koshari |
| Enjoy a hearty bowl of koshari — Egypt’s favorite street food made of rice, pasta, lentils, chickpeas, crispy onions, and spicy tomato sauce. |
| Served at a top local koshari restaurant for a truly local experience. |
| Optional drink: cold hibiscus juice or mint lemonade. |
| ⛪ Afternoon – Coptic Cairo |
| The Hanging Church One of the oldest Christian landmarks in Egypt. |
| St. Sergius Church (Abu Serga) Believed to be a stop for the Holy Family during their journey in Egypt. |
| Ben Ezra Synagogue A peaceful and historically rich Jewish site in the heart of Old Cairo. |
| 🛍 Late Afternoon – Khan El-Khalili Bazaar |
| Stroll through Cairo’s most famous market Discover handmade crafts, souvenirs, and antiques. |
| Optional tea at El-Fishawy Café Relax in a 200-year-old café with mint tea or Turkish coffee. |
The Citadel of Saladin (Cairo Citadel)
The Citadel of Saladin is a medieval Islamic-era fortification built by Salah ad-Din (Saladin) between 1176 and 1183 AD to protect Cairo from Crusader attacks. It served as the seat of government for Egyptian rulers for nearly 700 years, undergoing significant development under various dynasties, including the Ayyubids, Mamluks, and Ottomans. Its strategic location on the Muqattam Hills provides panoramic views of Cairo.
Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha (Alabaster Mosque): This is the most prominent landmark within the Citadel, built by Muhammad Ali Pasha between 1830 and 1848. Known for its stunning Ottoman architecture and alabaster-covered walls, it also houses the tomb of Muhammad Ali Pasha.
The Hanging Church, officially known as Saint Virgin Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church, is one of Egypt’s oldest and most significant Christian landmarks. Located in Coptic Cairo, it holds a unique place in the country’s religious and architectural history.
Name Origin: The church earned its “hanging” moniker due to its remarkable construction. It was built atop the southern gatehouse of the Roman Babylon Fortress, with its nave suspended over a passage. Logs of palm trees and layers of stone were used as a foundation above the ruins of the fortress, giving it the appearance of being suspended. Early travelers also called it the “Staircase Church” because of the 29 steps leading up to its entrance.
Dating: While the current structure is believed to date back to the Patriarchate of Isaac of Alexandria in the 7th century, a church existed on the same site as early as the 3rd century AD, possibly even converted from a Roman temple. It has undergone several reconstructions and renovations over the centuries, with a significant restoration under Pope Abraham in the 10th century. The current facade with twin bell towers dates from the 19th century.
Khan el-Khalili Bazaar is a historic and vibrant market located in the heart of Islamic Cairo, Egypt. Dating back to the 14th century, it’s a bustling hub where you can immerse yourself in Egyptian culture, explore ancient architecture, and find a wide array of goods.
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