Day Tour To The Museum Of Egyptian Civilization Citadel And Old Cairo
🏛️ Day Tour to the Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Citadel, and Old Cairo
⭐ 4.9 (128 Reviews) | 💰 From $110 per person | 📅 Available Daily
Tour ID: AE-CAI-CIV-034
Explore Cairo’s rich history on this private day tour, including the Museum of Egyptian Civilization, the Cairo Citadel, and the historic streets of Old Cairo. Perfect for travelers who want a comprehensive cultural and historical experience in one day.
Ideal for those seeking high-value, high-conversion tours in Cairo.
🧳 Experience Overview
This Cairo cultural day tour combines museum exploration, historic landmarks, and immersive walking tours. Discover ancient artifacts, Islamic architecture, and Coptic heritage while enjoying private transport and a licensed guide.
Perfect for families, students, history enthusiasts, and photographers.
⭐ Tour Highlights
- Private round-trip hotel transfers in Cairo
- Visit the Museum of Egyptian Civilization
- Explore the Cairo Citadel and Mosque of Muhammad Ali
- Walk through Old Cairo, including Coptic churches and synagogues
- Licensed Egyptologist guide
- Flexible itinerary tailored to your preferences
💰 Tour Prices – Best Value Guaranteed
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| Package | Inclusions | Solo | 2–3 pax | 4–5 pax | 6–10 pax | 11–16 pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic |
Car only |
$60 | $30 | $35 | $25 | $20 |
| Standard |
+ Guide |
$110 | $55 | $50 | $35 | $25 |
| Family Saver |
+ Guide + Entrance |
$135 | $80 | $75 | $60 | $50 |
| Premium Private |
+ Guide + Entrance + Lunch |
$145 | $90 | $85 | $70 | $60 |
✔Children Policy:
- 0 – 05.99 Free of Charge
- 6 – 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
- 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person
❌(optional – can be added)
- camel ride 20 $ Per Hour
- 1 Hour Felucca boat ride sailing on the Nile. 25 $ Per Hour
- 1 Hour Quad Bike at the wide desert of Giza Pyramids 25 $ Per Hour
🕒 Trip Details
- Duration: 8–9 hours
- Pickup Time: 08:30 AM (flexible)
- Pickup Location: Cairo hotels or accommodation
- Tour Type: Private / Cultural Tour
🗺️ Sample Itinerary
Morning – Museum of Egyptian Civilization
Midday – Cairo Citadel
- Visit the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and surrounding fortress
- Enjoy panoramic views of Cairo
Afternoon – Old Cairo
- Walk through historic streets
- Visit Coptic Churches, Hanging Church, and synagogues
- Return to hotel in the late afternoon
Payment & Cancellation Policy
- Secure payment is available via online payment, bank transfer, or cash on arrival (cash option subject to tour type).
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour start time.
- Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour may be charged in full.
- No-show cases caused by flight delays or force majeure are reviewed individually.
- All prices are per person, include taxes and service charges, and have no hidden fees.
Clear, fair, and traveler-friendly policy.
Available Tour Guide Languages
Our tours are led by licensed professional Egyptologists and local guides fluent in multiple languages:
- English (default)
- French (10 $ Extra charge)
- German(10 $ Extra charge)
- Spanish(10 $ Extra charge)
- Italian(10 $ Extra charge)
- Russian(10 $ Extra charge)
- Chinese(10 $ Extra charge)
- Japanese (on request) (20 $ Extra charge)
- Portuguese (on request) (10 $ Extra charge)
Please request your preferred language at least 24 hours before your tour.
Booking Method
Booking your tour with Around Egypt Trips is fast and secure:
Select your preferred tour and group size
Contact us via:
- Website booking form
- WhatsApp (fastest confirmation)
Share required details (hotel name, pickup time, flight number if applicable)
Receive instant confirmation with your Tour ID and pickup details
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ Schema)
Is this tour private?
Yes, fully private for your group.
Can we skip any stops if needed?
Yes, itinerary is flexible and customizable.
Are meals included?
No, meals are not included but can be arranged on request.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, family-friendly and safe for all ages.
What is your cancellation policy?
You can cancel your tour free of charge up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Late cancellations may be charged.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept online payment, bank transfer, and cash on arrival, depending on the tour type.
Are your tours guided?
Yes, all tours are led by licensed professional tour guides with extensive local knowledge.
What languages are available for tour guides?
Tours are available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Chinese, and more upon request.
How can I book a tour?
You can book through our website, WhatsApp, or email, and receive instant confirmation with your Tour ID.
Is advance booking required?
Advance booking is recommended, especially for airport transfers, layover tours, and private tours.
🌟 Why Choose This Tour?
This Cairo cultural tour is perfect for travelers seeking a comprehensive overview of Egypt’s modern and ancient history. Enjoy private transport, expert guidance, and cultural immersion in one high-value day tour.
👉 Book Your Cairo Museum, Citadel & Old Cairo Tour Now
Included/Excluded
- ✔ Private hotel pickup & drop-off
- ✔ Licensed Egyptologist guide (Add_on)
- ✔ Entrance fees to Museum of Egyptian Civilization and Citadel (Add_on)
- ✔ Walking tour of Old Cairo sites
- ✔ Bottled water
- ✔ All taxes & service charges
- ✘ Meals unless specified
- ✘ Personal expenses
- ✘ Tipping (optional)
Tour Plan
*Arrival and visit museum of Egyptian civilization*
- visiting The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
The main Exhibition Hall show the four main crafts that shaped the Egyptian civilization :pottery, wood, Textile and ornaments
You can see over there the oldest prosthetic toe all over the world, the skeleton of a man dates back to 30000 years ago, the Kaaba Cover (kiswaa Al kaaba) which was the last one made in Egypt during the time of president Naser and the Mahmal which it used to carry the cover from Egypt to saudia Arabia every year in a great parade
- The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization It’s considered the first museum all over the world exhibit a comprehensive view for the Egyptian Civilization through the history from prehistory till the modern history.
NMEC exhibit several objects to show the visitors the Egyptian civilization across the time starting with the predynastic and Ancient Egyptian period, the Greco-Roman, Coptic, Islamic and modern history Also, you can see the Kaaba key, Clepsydra which an ancient time measuring device And for sure you will see all the royal mummies which were moved in A royal parade from the Egyptian museum to the civilization museum
- Then visiting the Old Cairo that known as Christian Coptic Cairo which is Among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is most felt still; though their stay was brief, for the Governor of what was then Fustat enraged by the tumbling down of idols at Jesus’ approach sought to kill the Child. But they took shelter from his wrath in a cave above which, in later years, the Church of Abu Serga (St Sergious) was built. This and the whole area of the Fort of Babylon is a destination of pilgrimage not only for the Egyptians but for Christians from around the world. An air of piety and devotion pervades the whole district there. Also There you will be able to visit and Enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old Jewish synagogue – Ben Ezra Synagogue.
- *it served as egypt’s seat of government till the 1860s, cairo citadel is a magnificent fortress. it was constructed during salah ad-din reign. the construction work started in 1176 and was completed in 1182. then pay a visit
►MOhamed Ali Mosque:
- It was constructed between 1830 and 1848, the mosque was named ” The Alabaster Mosque” because most of the walls were made out of pure alabaster. The mosque is a replica of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul
*khan el khalilli bazaar*
- End your day tour by a visit to Khan El Khalili Bazaars. Shops in this district are legendary for fine brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, antiques etc
*transfer you back to your hotel.*
16:00 PM In the evening you will be driven to your hotel in cairo/giza
All times are guidelines so no times are definite.
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