Overview
Connecting ancient pharaonic royal heritage with medieval multicultural history, this targeted full-day tour links the modern Giza Plateau district with the historic heart of Cairo. Operating with private air-conditioned transport and dedicated Egyptologist guidance, the experience begins at the newly developed Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Guests explore the grand hall, royal statues, and main galleries exhibiting masterworks spanning prehistoric times through the Greco-Roman era. In the afternoon, the tour transfers to Old Cairo (Coptic and Islamic Cairo) to explore the 4th-century Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa), the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus (Abu Serga)—built over the crypt where the Holy Family took refuge—and concludes with a walk through the 14th-century labyrinthine lanes of Khan el-Khalili market.
Why You Will Love This Trip
- Tour the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) main galleries and grand hall with a licensed Egyptologist guide.
- View monumental royal statues, including the 3,200-year-old colossal statue of Ramesses II in the GEM atrium.
- Explore Coptic Cairo's historic landmarks, including the Hanging Church and the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus.
- Walk through the historic Roman Fortress of Babylon walls in Old Cairo.
- Experience the traditional atmosphere and artisan workshops inside the 14th-century Khan el-Khalili bazaar.
- Enjoy private air-conditioned vehicle transfers with flexible pacing and door-to-door hotel pickups.
Detailed Itinerary
08:00 AM: Direct pickup from your Cairo or Giza hotel reception in a private air-conditioned vehicle. (Stop 1)
Your guide balances monument history, museum context and local Cairo atmosphere so the visit feels complete without becoming rushed.
08:30 AM: Guided walkthrough of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) main galleries, grand staircase, and atrium statues. (Stop 2)
Your guide balances monument history, museum context and local Cairo atmosphere so the visit feels complete without becoming rushed.
11:30 AM: Scenic transfer across the Nile River toward Old Cairo (Coptic Cairo sector). (Stop 3)
Your guide balances monument history, museum context and local Cairo atmosphere so the visit feels complete without becoming rushed.
12:15 PM: Guided tour of Coptic Cairo, visiting the Hanging Church, the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, and Ben Ezra Synagogue. (Stop 4)
Your guide balances monument history, museum context and local Cairo atmosphere so the visit feels complete without becoming rushed.
01:45 PM: Lunch break at a local boutique restaurant featuring authentic Egyptian culinary dishes. (Stop 5)
Your guide balances monument history, museum context and local Cairo atmosphere so the visit feels complete without becoming rushed.
03:00 PM: Guided walking tour through Islamic Cairo and the narrow medieval alleyways of Khan el-Khalili bazaar. (Stop 6)
Your guide balances monument history, museum context and local Cairo atmosphere so the visit feels complete without becoming rushed.
04:30 PM: Return drive to your Cairo or Giza hotel for drop-off. (Stop 7)
Your guide balances monument history, museum context and local Cairo atmosphere so the visit feels complete without becoming rushed.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Licensed professional Egyptologist guide fluent in your selected language.
- Standard entry tickets to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM main galleries) and Coptic Cairo historic churches.
- Freshly prepared lunch at a local restaurant (beverages excluded).
- Bottled drinking water provided in the vehicle throughout the tour.
- All mandatory government taxes, site parking fees, and service charges.
Excluded
- Entry passes for special limited exhibition halls or temporary GEM events (when applicable).
- Beverages during lunch.
- Personal market purchases, souvenirs, and traditional spices at Khan el-Khalili.
- Gratuities for the guide, driver, and site attendants (baksheesh).
Prices by Group Size
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| Travelers | Price per traveler |
|---|---|
| 1 Traveler | $80 per travelerTotal for 1 traveler: $80 |
| 2 Travelers | $60 per travelerTotal for 2 travelers: $120 |
| 3 Travelers | $50 per travelerTotal for 3 travelers: $150 |
| 4 or More Travelers | $50 per travelerFrom $200 total for 4 travelers |
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