Cairo : Full Day Tour Civilization Museum , Salah Edin Citadel & Khan El Khalili

Description

Treasures of Cairo: Civilization Museum, Citadel & Khan El Khalili (Private Full-Day Tour)

Journey through 30,000 years of Egyptian history – from ancient mummies to medieval mosques and vibrant bazaars!

⚡ Why This Tour Stands Out:
✅ See Cairo’s NEWEST gem – The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) with its legendary Royal Mummies Hall
✅ Walk through time – Explore Islamic Cairo’s iconic Citadel and Alabaster Mosque
✅ Bargain like a local – Dive into the labyrinthine Khan El Khalili bazaar
✅ Stress-free experience – Private guide & transport with hotel pickup

📅 Itinerary Highlights:
8:00 AM – Hotel pickup in private A/C vehicle

🏛️ National Museum of Egyptian Civilization:

• Witness the Royal Mummies Parade exhibits (22 pharaohs including Ramses II!)
• Discover ancient marvels:
  • Oldest prosthetic toe (3,000 years old!)
  • 30,000-year-old human skeleton
  • Kiswa Al Kaaba (historic Mecca covering)
  • Clepsydra – ancient water clock

🕌 Salah El-Din Citadel & Mohamed Ali Mosque:

• Admire Ottoman-era architecture & panoramic city views
• Walk through the medieval fortress that defended Cairo for 700 years

🛍️ Khan El Khalili Bazaar (1 hour free time):

• Hunt for brass lamps, spices & handmade jewelry
• Sip mint tea at historic El-Fishawi Café (optional)

4:00 PM – Return to your hotel

💰 Inclusions:
✔ Private Egyptologist guide
✔ All entrance fees (including NMEC mummies hall)
✔ AC vehicle with hotel pickup/drop-off
✔ Bottled water

🚫 Exclusions:
✖ Lunch (guide can recommend local eateries)
✖ Personal shopping expenses
✖ Tipping (optional)

📌 Pro Tips:

• Wear comfortable shoes – Citadel requires uphill walking
• Early arrival at NMEC beats crowds at mummies exhibit
• Bargaining expected at Khan El Khalili (start at 50% of asking price!)

🎯 Perfect For:

• History buffs wanting beyond-the-pyramids experiences
• Travelers fascinated by Islamic architecture
• Those who prefer private, in-depth cultural tours

📸 Don’t Miss:

• The glittering Alabaster Mosque interiors (photography allowed)
• NMEC’s underwater archaeology section
• Khan El Khalili’s hidden goldsmith alley

What should you know before you go?

Always follow the guide

Always Bring your ID and Passport

Due to the usual traffic of Cairo , there is expecting delay between 10 to 15 min

What to bring?

ID or Passport 

Included on booking:

✔ Private Egyptologist guide
✔ All entrance fees (including NMEC mummies hall)
✔ AC vehicle with hotel pickup/drop-off
✔ Bottled water

Not included on booking:

✖ Lunch (guide can recommend local eateries)
✖ Personal shopping expenses
✖ Tipping (optional)

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