Cairo Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo Private Full-Day Tour with Lunch
Uncover the treasures of ancient Egypt and the spiritual heart of Old Cairo in one unforgettable day.
This private Cairo Egyptian Museum and Old Cairo tour offers an immersive journey through thousands of years of history, from the golden relics of pharaohs to the early Christian heritage hidden within Cairo's oldest district.
The Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square holds more than 165,000 artifacts, making it one of the most significant collections of ancient history in the world. A specialist tour guide leads you through the galleries, providing context that transforms each display from a relic into a story.
Old Cairo reveals a different chapter of the city's past. The Hanging Church, constructed in the third century atop the ramparts of the Babylon Fortress, stands as one of the oldest Christian places of worship in existence. Nearby, the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus marks the site where the Holy Family sheltered during their flight into Egypt.
The day concludes with a walk through a traditional bazaar, where the atmosphere of everyday Cairo provides a vivid contrast to the ancient wonders explored earlier. Lunch at a local restaurant gives you a direct taste of Egyptian cuisine before the final browse through the market stalls.
Tour Highlights
Explore the Egyptian Museum, home to over 165,000 ancient artifacts spanning thousands of years of pharaonic civilization.
View the legendary treasures of King Tutankhamen, including his gilded coffins and iconic golden death mask.
Visit the Hanging Church in Old Cairo, one of the oldest surviving Christian churches in the world, built over the Roman Babylon Fortress.
See the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, believed to be the resting place of the Holy Family during their time in Egypt.
Stroll through an authentic Old Cairo bazaar and browse local crafts, souvenirs, and traditional goods.
Enjoy a sit-down lunch at a local restaurant featuring traditional Egyptian dishes.
Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a specialist Egyptologist guide throughout the full day.
Itinerary
Your specialist tour guide meets you at your Cairo hotel and transfers you by private air-conditioned van to the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, one of the largest museums in the world.
Your guide leads you through the museum's extraordinary collection of more than 165,000 masterpieces. The centerpiece is the Tutankhamen Treasury, featuring his six gilded coffins and the world-famous golden death mask.
Travel to the historic district of Old Cairo to visit the Hanging Church, a third-century structure built directly atop the towers of the ancient Babylon Fortress. Your guide explains the significance of this remarkable architectural and religious landmark.
A short walk leads to the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, where tradition holds that the Holy Family rested for two months during their journey through Egypt. The church dates back to the fourth or fifth century.
Enjoy a meal at a local Cairo restaurant, where you can sample traditional Egyptian dishes in a relaxed setting before continuing the afternoon program.
Browse the stalls of the Old Cairo bazaar for souvenirs and locally made goods, then your private vehicle returns you directly to your hotel to conclude the tour.
What Is Included and Excluded
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers
- Professional specialist tour guide throughout the day
- Entrance fees to the Egyptian Museum
- Entrance fees to the Hanging Church
- Entrance fees to the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo
Excluded
- Gratuities for the guide and driver
- Personal purchases at the bazaar
- Drinks and beverages beyond what is provided
- Optional camera fees inside the museum
- Any items of a personal nature
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