Your Egyptologist guide from Cairo Top Tours will pick you up from your hotel to kickstart your fascinating tour. The first destination is the renowned Egyptian Museum, which is one of the world's largest museums, housing an extensive collection of ancient antiquities and Coptic artifacts.
You will be whisked away to the Egyptian Museum, where you'll embark on a captivating journey through the rich history of ancient Egypt. Inside, you'll encounter an astonishing array of more than 160,000 ancient Egyptian artifacts, each with its unique story. Your Egyptologist guide will provide comprehensive explanations of the museum's highlights, including the treasures of King Tutankhamun. Notably, the King Tutankhamun exhibit has a vast collection of gold and jewelry that remained hidden beneath the sands for over three thousand years until its excavation in 1922.
Next, your adventure leads you to the Citadel of Saladin and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali. This mosque is a remarkable example of Ottoman architecture in Cairo, inspired by the famous Blue Mosque of Istanbul. The Citadel holds historical significance as the center of Egyptian governance, dating back to Saladin's era and enduring through King Farouk's reign in the first half of the last century.
You will savor a delectable lunch at a high-quality restaurant. Afterward, your journey continues to the Coptic Cairo Tour, where you'll explore the ancient Roman fortress of Babylon and marvel at The Hanging Church, which is a prominent landmark in old Cairo. Additionally, you'll visit the church of St. Sergius, which is known as the Cavern Church which was built above the crypt where the holy family stayed for nearly three months. You'll also learn about the well from which the holy family drew water. Finally, you'll visit Ben Ezra Synagogue, which is believed to be the site where the pharaoh's palace stood and where the basket of Moses was found on the Nile.
Continuing your exploration, you'll dive into the charms of Islamic Cairo, where you'll uncover the remnants of medieval Cairo, including ancient walls, mosques, madrasas, sails, and city gates dating back to the Middle Ages. The stone-paved streets, preserved since the 10th century, add a unique ambiance to the experience. Your journey culminates with a relaxing tea break at Fishawy's, which is the oldest cafe in Khan El Khalili, Cairo's historic bazaar.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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