Cairo Stopover to The City Attractions

Your tour guide will meet you at the Cairo Airport to begin your exploration of the city of Cairo.

Your first stop will be the Grand Egyptian Museum, the world’s largest museum dedicated to a single civilization. The museum houses over 100,000 artifacts that showcase the rich history of ancient Egypt, including the complete treasures of King Tutankhamun, displayed together for the first time. Accompanied by your expert Egyptologist guide, you will explore the museum’s most important highlights before enjoying free time to wander through the galleries at your own pace. During your visit, admire remarkable statues, sarcophagi, jewelry, and ancient artifacts from different eras of Egyptian history.

After this impressive visit, continue to the Citadel of Saladin, a massive fortress built in 1173 to protect Cairo from the Crusaders. Many structures stand within the citadel, but the main highlight is the stunning Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque. Built between 1805 and 1849, the mosque was inspired by the famous Blue Mosque in Istanbul. With your guide, learn about the mosque’s architectural features and the main principles of the Islamic faith. Thanks to its elevated location, the citadel also offers breathtaking panoramic views of both old and modern Cairo.

Your final stop is the lively Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest and most famous markets in the Middle East. Enjoy free time to explore its narrow alleys, colorful shops, and traditional stalls, and practice your bargaining skills. As a special treat, relax with a local drink at the historic El Fishawy Café, one of Cairo’s oldest coffeehouses.

At the end of your tour, you will be transferred back to the Cairo Airport.