A Day Tour To The Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Saladin, Coptic Cairo

Overview

Enjoy an interesting excursion to the main attractions of Cairo day tours. Start your tour with a visit to one of the biggest museums in the world. Your Egyptologist guide will explain to you the masterpieces of the Egyptian museum.
You will be captivated by the most famous and largest art collection in the world.Following this and upon arrival at the citadel of Saladin, marvel at the alabaster mosque of King Mohamed Ali.

Tour Info
  • Duration: 8 Hours
  • Departure time and location: From your accommodation in Cairo at 8 AM
  • Return time and location: To your accommodation at 5 PM
What to Expect
  • Explore the oldest museum in Cairo with the guide when he talking about every masterpiece of kings statues Visit the citadel of Saladin and Mohamed Ali mosque
  • Have a tour in ancient coptic churches
More About A Day Tour To The Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Saladin, Coptic Cairo
  • Bring with you sun hat , sunglass and comfortable shoes for walking 

Itinerary

Day General Information
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This tour offers a deep dive into Egypt's ancient, Islamic, and Christian history starting with Egyptian Museum: Ancient Egyptian artifacts, including Tutankhamun's treasures and mummies.
Statues, sarcophagi, and hieroglyphic inscriptions from ancient tombs.
Citadel of Saladin: Muhammad Ali Mosque, a stunning example of Ottoman architecture.
Panoramic views of Cairo from the Citadel's hilltop location.
Military Museums and the Mosque of Suleiman Pasha.
Coptic Cairo:
The Hanging Church and Coptic Museum, showcasing early Christian art.The Cave Church of St. Simon and the Ben Ezra Synagogue.
Historic sites reflecting Egypt's Christian and Jewish heritage.
 


Activity - 1
Meet and pick up

According to the arranged pick up time your Tour Guide will be waiting in the lobby of your accommodation to pick you up and transfer you to visit the below sights

Activity - 2
The Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo houses one of the world’s largest collections of ancient Egyptian artifacts. Highlights include the treasures of Tutankhamun, including his famous gold mask, mummies, statues, and sarcophagi. The museum offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient Egyptian civilization, featuring exhibits on daily life, religion, and the pharaohs.

Activity - 3
Citadel of Saladin

The Citadel of Saladin is a historic fortress in Cairo, built in the 12th century by the Kurdish ruler Saladin. It offers stunning views of the city and is home to the Muhammad Ali Mosque, a prominent example of Ottoman architecture. The Citadel also includes military museums and other mosques, making it a key site for exploring Cairo's Islamic history.

Activity - 4
Coptic Cairo

Coptic Cairo is a historic area in Cairo, home to many ancient Christian sites. Key attractions include the Hanging Church, the Coptic Museum, and the Cave Church of St. Simon. It also features the Ben Ezra Synagogue and the Mosque of Amr ibn al-As. Coptic Cairo reflects Egypt's early Christian heritage and offers a peaceful, cultural contrast to the bustling city.
 


Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide.
  • Entrance to Egyptian Museum.
  • Entrance to Citadel of Salah el-Din and mosque of Mohamed Ali.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Bottled water during the tour.
Exclusions
  • Gratuities (recommended).
  • Food and drinks, unless specified.
  • Entrance fees to the Royal Mummies Room at the museum.

Current Season Price Details

Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out
# Price
Solo Adult $ 100 /per adult
Group of (2-3) Adults $ 80 /per adult
Group of (4-6) Adults $ 70 /per adult
Group of (7-10) Adults $ 65 /per adult
Group of (11-more) Adults $ 60 /per adult
Child [age:6-11] $ 40 /per child
Infant [age:0-5] $ 0 /per infant
Deposit

35 % of the total booking amount

User Reviews
‪Fearless
Aug 11, 2025

‪Pyramids and Citadel with visit to Bazaar‬‬ ‪Ibrahim picked out a perfect itinerary for us. It was personalized and accommodating to exactly what we wanted to do and see. He stayed in contact and answered questions at all times. Our guide Khalid was beyond incredible. He took perfect photos and had deep knowledge. He treated us like family. 10/10 experience‬