Already seen the Great Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx? Immerse yourself further into Egypt's history as your own private Egyptologist guide to leads the way on this private tour with an unmissable visit to the famous Egyptian Museum. Follow this with a stroll through Khan el-Khalili bazaar and a visit to Cairo's most popular Islamic attraction - the Alabaster Mosque.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Lunch (if option selected)
✔ Experience a Private and an expert Qualified Egyptologist guide.
✔ Egyptologist the languages included in the pricing (English,French…)
✖ Gratuities
✖ A supplement for the Russian language Guide is 800L.E
✖ Transfer Supplement to/from region of 6th of Oct. 1000 L.E Round-Trip/car
✖ Transfer Supplement to/from region of N.A.Capital 1000 L.E Round-Trip/car
✖ Transfer Supplement to/from region of Settlement 1000 L.E Round-Trip/car
Pickup Locations
1. Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino
2. Ultra Loaloa Nile Maadi Hotel
3. Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences
4. Grand Nile Tower
5. Helio Cairo Hotel
6. Royal Marshal Hotel
7. Regency Hotel
8. JW Marriott Hotel Cairo
9. Gulf Tower
10. Makram Ebeid Apartment
11. Triumph Luxury Hotel
12. Cairo Hotel
13. Novotel Cairo Airport
14. Flamenco Hotel Cairo
15. Nile Sky Suites Hotel
16. Grand Nile Plaza
17. Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
18. Azar Boutique Hotel
19. Havana Hotel Cairo
20. Swiss Inn Pyramids Golf Resort
Additional Info: Private transportation by air-conditioned minivans; pick up from the hotel and drop off.
Itinerary
1
The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities
Housing 165,000 Egyptian artifacts, the Egyptian Museum in Cairo attracts millions of visitors a year. The highlight for most are the priceless treasures of King Tutankhamun. His 6 gold gilded coffins dominate the main hall, while his magnificent death mask is the must-see item of the day. Your guide will introduce you to the most important pieces before allowing you free time to explore the museum at leisure.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Mosque of Muhammad Ali
The Alabaster Mosque at the Citadel of Salah el-Din sits atop a limestone hill overlooking Cairo and is the most important mosque in the city. Still used as a place of worship today by the Muslims of Cairo, the architectural masterpiece opens its doors to visitors of all faiths. The lower part of the Mosque is clad inside and out with Alabaster, while the top part is constructed from the limestone cladding removed from the Pyramids of Giza.Inside the mosque your guide will introduce you to the basics of the beliefs of Islam, including a translation of the most common prayers.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Khan Al-Khalili
Khan el Khalili bazaar, your guide will give you an introduction to the famous markets which claim to have inspired Christopher Columbus to discover the USA. Enjoy free time to stroll through the maze of streets and try your luck bargaining with the shop owners for a souvenir of your trip to Egypt. This is a private tour allowing you to determine the amount of time spent at each of the sites during the tour. In addition you will have the chance to visit a Papyrus Institute to see how this famous artwork is made and have the chance to purchase genuine items if you wish.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Additional info
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
