Explore Cairo's history on a private tour of NMEC, Saladin Citadel and Old Cairo. Visit the Royal Mummies, Muhammad Ali Mosque and historic churches with an Egyptologist.
Private NMEC, Citadel & Old Cairo Day Tour
Tour Overview
Discover three fascinating chapters of Cairo's history on a private NMEC, Citadel and Old Cairo Day Tour. This carefully designed experience takes you from the earliest periods of Egyptian civilization to the medieval Islamic era and the historic Christian heritage of Old Cairo. Begin at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Fustat, where your private Egyptologist introduces you to the development of Egyptian civilization through thousands of years of history. Explore the museum's galleries and discover its famous Royal Mummies collection, alongside exhibits covering different aspects of Egyptian heritage. Continue to the historic Citadel of Saladin, dramatically positioned on the Muqattam Hills and offering impressive views across Cairo. Visit the magnificent Mosque of Muhammad Ali, famous for its Ottoman-inspired architecture and grand interior. Finally, explore Old Cairo, one of the city's most historic districts, where you can discover ancient churches and the fascinating religious heritage of Coptic Cairo. With private transportation and a dedicated Egyptologist, this tour offers a deeper cultural experience beyond Cairo's famous pyramids.
Tour Highlights
- Private NMEC, Citadel and Old Cairo Day Tour.
- Visit the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.
- Explore the Royal Mummies Gallery.
- Discover Egyptian civilization through different historical periods.
- Visit the historic Citadel of Saladin.
- Explore the magnificent Mosque of Muhammad Ali.
- Enjoy panoramic views of Cairo from the Citadel.
- Discover historic Old Cairo.
- Visit the Hanging Church.
- See the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus.
- Explore the historic Coptic heritage of Cairo.
- Learn about the coexistence of different religious traditions in Old Cairo.
- Professional private English-speaking Egyptologist.
- Private air-conditioned transportation.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Flexible private itinerary.
- Bottled water.
Tour Information
- Tour Duration: Full Day.
- Tour Type: Private Tour.
- Starting Point: Cairo or Giza.
- Destination: Cairo.
- Transportation: Private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Guide: Private English-speaking Egyptologist.
- Main Attractions: NMEC, Royal Mummies Gallery, Citadel of Saladin, Mosque of Muhammad Ali and Old Cairo.
- Pickup: Cairo or Giza hotel.
- Drop-off: Cairo or Giza hotel.
- Availability: Daily, subject to attraction opening hours.
- Recommended For: Couples, families, solo travelers, history enthusiasts and private groups.
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