Cairo City Day Tour

Welcome to an unforgettable tour of one of the world’s most mysterious and culturally rich cities – Cairo, Egypt. Over the course of this guided 8-hour tour, you will immerse yourself in ancient wonders, uncover hidden secrets from Cairo’s vibrant past, and experience the diverse traditions that still thrive today. Led by an expert local guide, we invite you to come discover why Cairo has captured imaginations for millennia.

Your tour begins at your pick-up location in Cairo where friendly staff will check you in. Our air-conditioned coach then transfers you to the epic hilltop grounds of the mighty Citadel of Salah El Din. Gaze upon its colossal stone walls towering 130 feet, and picture this citadel dominating the skyline for over 800 years as both a defensive stronghold and royal residence. Within its fortifications lies a 12th century mosque – explore its vaulted interior decorated with intricate Muqarnas ceiling carvings. Nearby stands the well-preserved Palace of Ayyubids featuring ornate archways and an opulent marble hall. From the highest point, the sweeping panorama reveals the entire historic region from Mokattam Hills to the Giza Pyramids.

Following your visit, we continue to the extraordinary Egyptian Museum. Home to one of the finest Pharaonic collections worldwide, its trove of over 150,000 artifacts provides an unparalleled chronological walk through ancient Egyptian history. Spend time absorbing treasures like intricate papyri scripts, sensuous jewelry pieces, and towering granite Colossi of Ramses II. However, the star attraction lies within the glittering treasures from King Tutankhamun’s tomb – admire his perfectly preserved gold funeral mask and ornate sarcophagi. After almost two hours of absorbing ancient wonders, it’s time for an included authentic Egyptian buffet lunch at a downtown restaurant.

Repleted, we now journey to Old Cairo. Our first stop is the fortress-like St. Sergius Church, founded in the 4th century. Within its sandstone walls lies a serene garden courtyard, perfect for prayer and reflection. Then visit the iconic Hanging Church – named for its exterior balcony festooned with intricate carvings. Founded in the 3rd century, its interior houses some of the oldest Coptic icons and its ancient sanctuary is thought to stand above the crypt where the Holy Family sought refuge. Nearby, immerse yourself in Coptic art, manuscripts and religious objects spanning two millennia at the Coptic Museum. Our final visit is to the venerated Cave Church, where the Holy Family took shelter for 3 weeks – its grotto feel enhances the spiritual aura.

After exploring Cairo’s Coptic landmarks, we now head to the bustling Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Lose yourself amid its maze of alleyways twisting beneath archways and domes, coming across gems like 16th century El Fishawy Café. Take time browsing for unique handcrafted wares like papyrus paintings, intricately carved wooden objects and aromatic spices. Perhaps sample flavorful local delicacies including ful medames or fresh juice before continuing our tour.

Our final destinations include the Mohammed Ali Mosque – its graceful pillars and stained glass giving praise to Allah. Then visit the ruins of the old Roman fortress, the Babylon Fortress, envisioning Crusaders and Saracens battling for power long ago. As sunset approaches, we return you to [dropoff point] with memories to last a lifetime and an in-depth glimpse into this ancient land’s glorious past. From pharaohs and the Holy Family, to merchants and scholars through the centuries – everything you experienced helped bring Cairo’s infinite tales to vibrant life. We sincerely hope you have enjoyed this fully immersive journey through the heart of Egypt’s thriving capital city.