Cairo City Tour (Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Saladin, Coptic Cairo)
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4.5 Cairo 1 Day 1-sxxx-223
Enjoy an interesting excursion to the main attractions of Cairo day tours . Start your tour with a visit to one of the biggest museums in the world. Your Egyptologist guide will explain to you the masterpieces of the Egyptian museum . You will be captivated by the most famous and largest art collection in the world. Following this and upon arrival at the citadel of Saladin , marvel at the alabaster mosque of King Mohamed Ali. Listen to your guide as he shares with you the basic facts of Islam and the function of every part of the mosque. Check more destinations through Egypt day tours .
Itineraries
Enjoy an interesting excursion to the main attractions of Cairo. Start your tour with a visit one of the biggest museum in the world. Your Egyptologist guide will explain you the masterpieces of the Egyptian museum. You will be captivated by the most famous and largest art collection in the world. Some artifacts date back to five millennia and more are on display. The treasures found in king Tut Ankh Amun tomb are the top attractions among the exhibits. Your private live guide will give you the chance to have some private free time to explore more of the museum and you may like to visit the royal mummy room (upon your request for extra cost). Following this and upon arrival at the citadel of Saladin, marvel at the alabaster mosque of King Mohamed Ali. Listen to your guide as he shares with you the basic facts of Islam and the function of every part of the mosque. Find out how the whole area was used as a fortress since the middle Ages and the story of the Arabs and Crusaders. The founder of the royal family had the mosque built by a Turkish architect influenced by the style of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul. The mosque is seated on a mountain Cliff; and the inner and outer walls are covered with alabaster. It took 18 years to finish the whole complex of the mosque (1830-18480.Before leaving the area, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the city with the chance of seeing the Giza pyramids in clear days. It is true that Christianity in Egypt is as old as Christianity itself. Your private guide will explain you the meaning of this phrase upon your visit to the Coptic churches. Start your tour with the 1500-year-old Hanging Church built on top of one of the towers of the fortress of Babylon. Dedicated to Virgin Mary, it is one of the most beautiful and important churches in Cairo. You will go next to the Cavern church. It is so called because below the church there is a cave where Jesus the baby and Mary the Virgin were hiding for 3-months escaping King Herod. Go downstairs and have a look at the place where baby Jesus used to sleep. This is one place among 15 more where the Holy family stopped during the journey in Egypt. The journey lasted for 3 and half years. Next, visit the oldest of the synagogues in Egypt. Ben Ezra temple dates back to the 9th century and it is open for tourist visits. Your Egyptologist will explain fully the history of all the places of your tour.
INCLUDED
- Qualified Egyptologist guide.
- Entrance to Egyptian Museum.
- Entrance to Citadel of Salah el-Din and mosque of Mohamed Ali.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle.
- Bottled water during the tour.
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- Gratuities (recommended).
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Entrance fees to the Royal Mummies Room at the museum.
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Prices Per Person
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| 1 Person | $100 |
| 2-4 Persons | $70 |
| 3-8 Persons | $65 |
| 9-15 Persons | $55 |
| 16-32 Persons | $45 |
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<p><strong>PRICES</strong><br /> Tour price currency is set to USD but you can pay in Euro or British pound. The prices quoted per person per tour are all inclusive and prices are always updated to ensure you receive the best price possible. Prices are valid until 30 December 2025, except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays. </p> <p><br /> <strong>CHILDREN POLICY</strong><br /> Child traveling with two accompanying adults will pay the following:</p> <ul> <li> 0 Years to 1.99 years of age: Free of charge.</li> <li> 2 years to 4.99 years of age: 50% from the full rate.</li> <li> 5 years to 11.99 years of age: 75% from the full rate</li> <li> 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.</li> <li> If your tour includes airfare then an extra charge for child rate may apply.</li> </ul> <p><strong><u>CANCELLATION</u></strong><br /> Cancellation requests should be sent via fax or emailed to provide the Company with written confirmation that your reservation should be canceled.</p> <p><br /> <strong><u>DEPOSIT AND BALANCE OF PAYMENT</u></strong><br /> Reservation should be made as early as possible to book the desired holiday.<br /> Space on a given tour will be secured upon receipt a deposit of 25 % of the full price. This payment will be 50 % during the Christmas and New Year holidays and on packages including airfare.<br /> The deposit counts as part of your final payment.<br /> The deposit can be made by bank wire transfer or sent via Western Union or paid using a credit card (Visa or MasterCard) <br /> Payment should be received within 7 days of booking.<br /> <br /> <strong><u>TIPPING</u></strong> Tipping for a job well done is customary in Egypt, though not required. Please feel welcomed but not obliged to offer a tip to your guide.<br /> <strong><u>TOUR VOUCHER</u></strong> After your trip is confirmed, we will email you with the final confirmation as a voucher to print and bring it with you. Details will include contact numbers for your tour operator, customer care and additional information for your convenience.</p>
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Prices
Tour prices are quoted in USD, but payment can also be made in Euro or British Pound.
Prices are quoted per person and are all-inclusive.
Rates are regularly updated to ensure the best available price.
Prices are valid until 30 December 2025.
Special rates may apply during Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays.
Children Policy
Child traveling with two accompanying adults will pay the following:
0 Years to 1.99 Years of age: Free of charge.
2 Years to 4.99 Years of age: 50% from the full rate.
5 Years to 11.99 Years of age: 75% from the full rate.
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.
If your tour includes airfare, an extra child fare charge may apply.
Cancellation
Cancellation requests must be sent via email or fax.
Written confirmation is required to process any cancellation.
Deposit & Balance of Payment
Reservations should be made as early as possible.
A deposit of 25% of the total tour price is required to secure your booking.
A 50% deposit is required during Christmas and New Year holidays and for packages including airfare.
The deposit forms part of your final payment.
Payments can be made via bank transfer, Western Union, Visa, or MasterCard.
Payment must be received within 7 days of booking.
Tipping
Tipping is customary in Egypt but is not mandatory.
Guests are welcome to tip guides and service providers at their discretion.
Tour Voucher
A final confirmation voucher will be emailed after your booking is confirmed.
Please print and bring the voucher during your trip.
The voucher will include contact details for your tour operator, customer support, and additional travel information.
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