1 day tour
Overview
Step into the heart of Cairo’s heritage with a full-day tour that brings the city’s history to life. Begin at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, where more than 50,000 artifacts and the world-famous Royal Mummies Hall showcase Egypt’s remarkable past. Continue to Coptic Cairo, a district rich with spiritual landmarks, including the Hanging Church—an enduring symbol of Egypt’s Christian legacy—and the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue. The day concludes at the hilltop Citadel of Salah El-Din, crowned by the elegant alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali, from where you can enjoy sweeping views across Cairo’s skyline.
ITINIRARY
Your experience starts with pickup from your hotel and a drive to Al-Fustat, the cradle of Islamic Cairo and home to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Inside, explore exhibitions that trace the story of Egypt from prehistoric times through modern history, highlighted by the 22 royal mummies of ancient pharaohs. Next, immerse yourself in the sacred atmosphere of the Hanging Church, a 3rd-century sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin Mary, followed by a visit to the nearby Ben Ezra Synagogue, an important site dating back to the 9th century. In the afternoon, journey to the medieval Citadel of Salah El-Din, once the seat of power and defense for the city. Within its walls lies the magnificent Mosque of Mohamed Ali, an Ottoman gem with striking domes and slender minarets, offering one of the most breathtaking panoramas of Cairo.