Cairo Citadel, Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo

About this tour

Uncover the rich history of Cairo on this immersive tour! Begin with a hotel pick-up and explore the Egyptian Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of Pharaonic artifacts. Discover ancient treasures spanning from the Predynastic Period to the Greco-Roman Era. After a delicious local lunch, visit the iconic Citadel of Saladin and marvel at the stunning Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali Pasha, perched atop the Muqattam Hills with breathtaking views of Cairo. Continue to Old Cairo, a sacred site visited by the Holy Family, where you’ll explore the Hanging Church, St. Sergius Church, and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Enhance your experience with an optional visit to the Coptic Museum or a relaxing felucca ride on the Nile. Don’t miss this unforgettable journey through Egypt’s timeless heritage—book your tour today!

Your day begins with a pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by our representative. Your journey starts with a visit to the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East. Home to the world’s largest collection of Pharaonic artifacts, the museum’s extensive exhibits span from the Predynastic Period to the Greco-Roman Era. Designed by French architect Marcel Dourgnon, the museum was inaugurated in 1902 by Khedive Abbas Helmy II and has since become a historic landmark in downtown Cairo, showcasing some of the world’s most magnificent ancient treasures.

Lunch break at a local restaurant

Next, you’ll visit the Citadel of Cairo, where you’ll explore the famous Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali Pasha. Commissioned by Sultan Salah al-Din al-Ayyubi (Saladin), the Citadel is one of Islamic Cairo’s most iconic monuments and among the most impressive medieval fortresses. Perched on the Muqattam Hills, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of Cairo. While construction began during Saladin’s reign, the fortress was completed by Sultan al-Kamel in 1207 AD and served as the official residence of Egypt’s rulers until the mid-19th century.

Afterward, your journey continues to Old Cairo, also known as Christian Coptic Cairo. This sacred area is revered as a site visited by the Holy Family during their brief stay in Egypt. You’ll visit the Church of Abu Serga (St. Sergius), built over the cave where the Holy Family sought refuge. The area surrounding the Fort of Babylon is a major pilgrimage destination, filled with an atmosphere of deep spiritual devotion. Here, you’ll explore the Church of Abu-Sergah, St. Barbara, the Hanging Church, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue, offering a fascinating glimpse into Egypt’s rich religious history.

Once your tour is complete, your guide will transfer you back to your hotel.

For an enhanced experience, you can add an optional visit to the Coptic Museum or enjoy a Felucca boat ride on the Nile. These activities can be included during the booking process for an additional fee.