Discover Cairo’s top landmarks, from the Saladin Citadel and Mohamed Ali Mosque to the Hanging Church and Coptic Museum. Explore ancient treasures at the Egyptian Museum, the Grand Egyptian Museum, and the NMEC, bringing Egypt’s history to life.
Khan el Khalili is the largest bazaar and market in the Middle East. It represents the market tradition that established Cairo as a major trade center. Khan was located in the middle of Cairo, and some commercial establishments were built nearby. There is a big collection of shops, workshops and coffee shops.
The Saladin Citadel is the most visited Islamic spot in Cairo. The citadel was built during the time of Saladin in Egypt (1176_ 1183). The main purpose was to defend Cairo, so it was built in a very strategic position. During the 19th century, Mohamed Ali, built his popular mosque there, which is known as Mohamed Ali mosque.
The Hanging Church (Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church): a visit to the Hanging Church, one of the oldest churches in Cairo, dating back to the 3rd century. Explore its beautiful interior, including ancient icons and Coptic artifacts.
After your First visit, Head to Abu Serga, a church dedicated to Saints Sergius and Bacchus, believed to be one of the places where the Holy Family stayed during their time in Egypt.
The Coptic Museum, located in Coptic Cairo, to explore a vast collection of Coptic art and artifacts, including manuscripts, textiles, and icons.
Continue your Coptic journey with a visit to Saint George Church, known for its medieval architecture and historical significance.
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is one of the largest museums in the world. It has more than 120,000 items, with a representative amount on display, the remainder in the storerooms. There are two main floors in the museum, the ground floor, and the first floor. On the ground floor, there are some coins and papyri. As well there are some artifacts of the new kingdom. Those items include statues, tables, and coffins On the first floor, there are some artifacts from the dynasties 29 and 30, with some items from the tombs of the Valley of the Kings, in particular the amazing treasure of King Tutankhamon
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is set to become the largest archaeological museum in the world, dedicated to showcasing Egypt’s rich history. Located near the Giza Pyramids, GEM is designed to house over 100,000 artifacts, including the entire collection of King Tutankhamun—many of which have never been displayed before
The idea for NMEC was first proposed in the 1980s to create a museum that tells the full story of Egypt’s civilization.Officially opened in April 2021, the museum gained worldwide fame when it became the new home for Egypt’s royal mummies.It is located in Fustat, Old Cairo, the first capital of Islamic Egypt.The Grand Opening Event, known as the "Pharaohs' Golden Parade," was held on April 3, 2021, where 22 royal mummies were transferred from the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir to their new home in NMEC.Your VIP tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum begins after breakfast when you meet your expert tour guide. You will be transported in a private air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel or airport to Giza. Explore the world’s largest museum dedicated to ancient Egyptian civilization, showcasing over 100,000 artifacts from Egypt’s 7,000-year history, including treasures of gods and kings.
Places You'll Visit
• khan El Khalili
• Saladin’s Citadel
• The Hanging Church
• Saint Sergius and Bacchus
• The Coptic Museum
• Saint George Church
• Egyptian Museum
• GEM
• NMEC
What's Include
• Pick-up and return from your hotel
• Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers
• Shopping tour Discover Local Bazaars & Handcrafted Treasures