Full Day Tour Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Islamic Cairo (Private tour)

Pickup from Hotel

• Your private Egyptologist guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.

• Short briefing about the day’s highlights on the way.

Visit the Egyptian Museum

• Arrive at the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to over 120,000 artifacts.

• Explore:

  • The golden treasures of King Tutankhamun, including the famous gold mask.

  • Ancient coffins, jewelry, papyri, and statues from the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms.

  • Optional: The Royal Mummy Room (extra ticket) to see the preserved remains of legendary pharaohs.

• Duration: 2–2.5 hours

 Drive to the Citadel of Saladin

• Scenic drive across Cairo towards the Citadel, perched on a hill overlooking the city.

 Explore the Citadel & Muhammad Ali Mosque

• Enter the Citadel of Saladin, a medieval fortress built in the 12th century.

• Visit:

  • The Mosque of Muhammad Ali (Alabaster Mosque) with its Ottoman domes and panoramic views of Cairo.

  • Courtyards, fortifications, and museums inside the citadel complex.

• Your guide will share stories about Cairo’s Islamic history and rulers.

 Lunch at a Local Egyptian Restaurant

• Enjoy traditional Egyptian cuisine at a handpicked local restaurant.

 Islamic Cairo Tour

• Walk through the historic streets of Islamic Cairo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• Highlights:

  • The grand Mosque-Madrassa of Sultan Hassan (14th century).

  • The Al-Rifa’i Mosque opposite it, home to royal tombs.

  • Wandering through medieval lanes filled with mosques, caravanserais, and shops.

 Khan El Khalili Bazaar

• Stroll through Cairo’s most famous marketplace, dating back to the 14th century.

• Enjoy free time for shopping souvenirs, spices, silver, perfumes, or handmade crafts.

• Sip mint tea or Arabic coffee in one of the traditional cafés.

 Return to Hotel

• Drive back to your hotel after a day exploring Cairo’s treasures.