Cairo Must See Day Tour including the Citadel of saladin and the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir










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Explore the Cairo must see highlights in this best-selling day tour from Egy Travel Lux, with private transfers and a professional tour guide.
Begin your journey at the towering Citadel of Saladin, where you’ll take in stunning panoramic views of Cairo before visiting the breathtaking Mosque of Muhammad Ali, one of the city's most iconic landmarks.
Embark on a private tour through the bustling streets of the city and visit the iconic Old Cairo churches.
Savor a delicious lunch from Egyptian cuisine while relaxing and watching the peaceful Nile of Cairo.
Don’t miss the guided tour with our knowledgeable Egyptologist inside the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir to discover the great history of ancient Egypt.
Stroll through the alleyways of the vibrant Khan Elkhalili Bazaar, feel the authentic spirit of Egypt, admire the colorful products, and discover the real Egypt inside the hidden cafes.
Tour Highlights
- The Citadel of Saladin.
- Mosque of Muhammad Ali.
- Old Cairo churches.
- The hanging church.
- Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus.
- Ben Ezra Synagogue.
- Lunch at a floating restaurant on the Nile River.
- The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir.
- Bazaar of Khan El-Khalili.
Explore all the Cairo must see highlights in just one day. Book now and don’t miss the adventure.
Included/Excluded
- Hotel pickup and drop off.
- Transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Entrance fees.
- Bottled water.
- Taxes and service charges.
- Lunch meal.
- Personal expenses.
- Tippings.
- Extra activities not listed.
- Professional photo session.
Tour Plan
Pick-up
The tour begins early in the morning as our representative picks you up from your chosen location in Cairo.
All transfers are included and handled by Egy Travel Lux private vehicles driven by professional and trusted drivers, ensuring the highest level of comfort, safety, and luxury.
Citadel of Saladin and Mosque of Muhammad Ali
Start your tour at the iconic Citadel of Saladin, one of the most important Cairo must see landmarks built during the medieval ages by the order of one of the greatest Islamic leaders, “Sultan Salah al-Din al-Ayyubi”.
Our next tour inside the walls of the citadel will be at a unique architectural masterpiece, “the mosque of Mohammed Ali” also known as “the alabaster mosque”, referring to the beautiful marble panels that cover its walls.
Old Cairo churches
Then you’ll head to the vibrant streets of Old Cairo to visit its iconic churches in the accompany of your private tour guide.
The most famous church in Old Cairo is the hanging church of the Virgin Mary. It has a prominent appearance because it was constructed on the towers of the Roman fortress of Babylon.
The next attraction to see in Old Cairo is the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, which is known by locals as “the church of Abu Serga”, its unique religious significance emerged from the belief that it was constructed over one of the crypts where the holy family once stayed. This crypt still exists and can be visited during the tour.
We’ll continue our Old Cairo tour at the Ben Ezra Synagogue, the most significant Jewish monument in the city.
Lunch on the Nile
In the middle of our day tour, we’ll stop to relax and recharge with a delightful lunch at a magical floating restaurant overlooking the Nile of Cairo.
The restaurant offers various dishes from Egyptian cuisine that meet all preferences, like grilled chicken, Egyptian Kofta, rice, delicious vegetables, and salads.
The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir
Your next Cairo must see stop is the Egyptian Museum. You’ll enjoy a private guided tour with your Egyptologist to learn about the ancient Egyptian civilization while walking through the halls of the museum and discovering its treasures.
Walking tour at Khan El-Khalili Bazaar
We’ll end this fantastic day tour at the Bazaar of Khan Elkhalili, one of the largest bazaars in Africa.
Here you can immerse yourself in the Egyptian real life while having an amusing walking tour through the old stores displaying Egyptian handmade products, traditional clothing, jewelry, and pharaonic souvenirs.
Finally, don’t miss savoring a delicious cup of mint tea at the authentic cafe of El-Fishawy, the oldest of this type in the city.
Drop-off
After finishing your amazing day tour, you’ll be driven back smoothly to your residence in Cairo.
Good to Know
- It is hot during summer in Cairo, so make sure to wear comfortable cotton clothes and protect yourself with a hat and sunscreen.
- There are a lot of walking tours in this day trip, so wear suitable shoes to avoid discomfort during the tour.
- It is advisable to dress modestly on this tour.
- Don’t forget your camera because the tour is full of magical scenes.
- The tour may last for more than 8 hours.
- Photographing inside the Egyptian Museum requires an additional ticket, so please tell our tour guide if you need one.
Why choose us?
- The journey from Cairo to Alexandria takes approximately 3 hours.
- Make sure to wear comfortable shoes because there are many walking tours in this day trip.
- Bring your camera because there a lot of magical pictures to take.
- The trip usually lasts over 10 hours, so you may need to bring your power bank.
Booking and cancellation policy
- We provide professional transportation services with private air-conditioned vehicles for a comfortable tour.
- Our Egyptologist will accompany you throughout the tour, allowing you to enjoy great guided tours inside the museums and while exploring Egyptian streets.
- We have a flexible booking and cancellation policy.
- You can benefit from our competitive prices and our special offers for large groups.
- We have no hidden fees because our prices include all taxes and service charges.
- You can customize your tour to fit your needs, even if you need a private tour only for you or need to book a tour for a large group.
- We provide tour guides in all major languages upon request, besides providing Female guides if needed.