Cairo Cultural Heritage Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore ancient artifacts at the National Museum
- Marvel at the Citadel's historic architecture
- Shop for souvenirs in the bustling Khan El-Khalili Bazaar
- Experience Cairo's rich cultural heritage
- Enjoy a comprehensive guided tour of Cairo's landmarks
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
- Visit to the Citadel of Saladin
- Exploration of Khan El-Khalili Bazaar
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pickup from your hotel in either Cairo or Giza by tour guide to start your tour
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 Cove 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 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 Continue your day tour to The Citadel where you visit The Alabaster Mosque Of Mohamed Ali Pasha .
Then Visit Mosque Of Mohamed Ali Pasha The Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha or Alabaster Mosque is a mosque situated in the Citadel of Cairo in Egypt and was commissioned by Muhammad Ali Pasha between 1830 and 1848. Situated on the summit of the citadel, this Ottoman mosque, the largest to be built in the first half of the 19th century, is, with its animated silhouette and twin minarets, the most visible mosque in Cairo. The mosque was built in memory of Tusun Pasha, Muhammad Ali's oldest son, who died in 1816. This mosque, along with the citadel, is one of the landmarks and tourist attractions of Cairo and is one of the first features to be seen when approaching the city from any direction.
Then continue your day tour to Khan El Khalili Bazaar. The numerous shops in this district are known for trading fine brassware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, antiques and much more .(1 Hr time Spent)
At the end of the Tour, you will be transferred back to your Hotel
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas; follow local guidelines.
- Be prepared for a moderate amount of walking; wear appropriate attire.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring various sites.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
Traveler reviews
We had a great Citadel and NMEC tour with Fatimah through Viator
Fatimah did an amazing job!! She was incredibly knowledgeable and did such a great job teaching us and explaining all of the history. She was also really engaging, charismatic, and fun to be around. She also picked out a great place for lunch. I highly recommend Fatimah and would absolutely do a tour with her again.
A great day out with Shina and Mohamed El Gabry
The excursion started a bit later as there was some confusion regarding the pick up point which already had been confirmed earlier when the booking was made. The problem was rectified after I got a response from Mr. Omer via whatsapp. First stop with our guide Shima was the NMEC. This is a must for first time visitors to Egypt as it gives the history in chronological order and the largest number of mummies are housed here. Shima our guide was very knowlegable and took us through the museum at a leisurely pace answering our questions. She then took us to the Citadel and then through old Cairo and lastly the bazaar. Shima was an absolute delight , always smiling and eager to accomodate our requests along the way. I highly recommend this tour and duo of Shima and driver Mohamed El Gabry.
SCAMMED by Emo Tours & guide
FOUR HOURS SHORT! Done by 2pm, back to hotel 2:30pm. Included Coptic Cairo but omitted the bazaar because my Emo guide Aya combined my private tour of NEMC with another woman (and cutting the bazaar). I wanted a refund of some sort and the company was completely unhelpful. They neither contacted the guide nor followed up with me.
Great ARMANDO (The guide) and the company. EXCELLENT TOUR
If there were 10 stars, I would put 10. Because the driver was good and punctual, but ABOVE ALL THE GUIDE IN ITALIAN, ARMANDO!! AN EXCEPTIONAL PERSON!!!! PROFESSIONAL (ARCHAEOLOGY GRADUATE) and really knows what he says and how to explain, PERFECT LANGUAGE AND FULL OF SYMPATHY. REALLY GREAT. ASK FOR HIM AND YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT. I had a great day and a great memory of Cairo thanks above all to ARMANDO!!🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩 from Roberto Angioloni from Italy
Action packed 1 day tour of Cairo!
We had only 1 day to see everything we missed at the beginning of our Egypt trip. Without our guide Yasmen showing us around the Museum of civilization, the Citadel, the Coptic area and the Egyptian museum we would not have been able to see everything. She was very organized and knew how to navigate places like the Citadel and Coptic Cairo in a way that we could never do on our own. Even the Egyptian museum was much better with her showing all the important highlights. Lunch was great too!