Cairo: NMEC, Citadel & Old Cairo Guided Tour
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Explore Cairo’s layered history in one guided day, from the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization to the Citadel of Saladin and the churches of Old Cairo. Includes hotel pickup from Cairo or Giza and air-conditioned transport between stops.
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Duration 7 hoursCheck availability to see starting times
Pickup offeredIncluded from most Cairo hotels — we'll confirm yours at booking
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Live guideEnglish, French, Spanish, German, Arabic, Italian
5.0
Explore Cairo’s layered history in one guided day, from the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization to the Citadel of Saladin and the churches of Old Cairo. Includes hotel pickup from Cairo or Giza and air-conditioned transport between stops.
Explore Cairo’s layered history in one guided day, from the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization to the Citadel of Saladin and the churches of Old Cairo. Includes hotel pickup from Cairo or Giza and air-conditioned transport between stops.
Reserve now & pay laterNothing charged today — only pay when your trip is confirmed
Duration 7 hoursCheck availability to see starting times
Pickup offeredIncluded from most Cairo hotels — we'll confirm yours at booking
Skip the line
Live guideEnglish, French, Spanish, German, Arabic, Italian
- •Guided visit to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
- •Explore the Citadel of Saladin and its hilltop views
- •Visit key churches in Old Cairo
- •Free time to browse Khan El-Khalili Bazaar
- •Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo or Giza
Begin at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, where your guide leads you through collections that trace Egypt’s story across different eras. The visit sets the context for the rest of the day with a focused look at the country’s cultural and historical legacy. Continue t...
Egyptologist guide
Entry fees to listed attractions
Pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
Air-conditioned transportation
Bottled water
Parking fees
Taxes and service charges
Lunch if add-on selected
Personal expenses
Tips
Hotel Pickup(Optional)
Included from most Cairo hotels — we'll confirm yours at booking
Your exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking.
What to Bring
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Sun hat
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Camera
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Comfortable clothes
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Passport or ID card (copy accepted)
Know Before You Go
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before — full refund
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Bring a passport or ID card (copy accepted)
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Pickup and drop-off are available in Cairo or Giza
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The tour includes walking and sightseeing at multiple stops
Highlights
- •Guided visit to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization
- •Explore the Citadel of Saladin and its hilltop views
- •Visit key churches in Old Cairo
- •Free time to browse Khan El-Khalili Bazaar
- •Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairo or Giza
Full description
Begin at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, where your guide leads you through collections that trace Egypt’s story across different eras. The visit sets the context for the rest of the day with a focused look at the country’s cultural and historical legacy. Continue t...
Includes
Egyptologist guide
Entry fees to listed attractions
Pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
Air-conditioned transportation
Bottled water
Parking fees
Taxes and service charges
Lunch if add-on selected
Personal expenses
Tips
Meeting and Pickup
Hotel Pickup(Optional)
Included from most Cairo hotels — we'll confirm yours at booking
Your exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking.
Important Information
What to Bring
- •
Sun hat
- •
Camera
- •
Comfortable clothes
- •
Passport or ID card (copy accepted)
Know Before You Go
- •
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before — full refund
- •
Bring a passport or ID card (copy accepted)
- •
Pickup and drop-off are available in Cairo or Giza
- •
The tour includes walking and sightseeing at multiple stops
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Overall rating
5.0/5
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Irene
December 2025|Italy|Couple
We had booked a tour in Italian, but unfortunately the Italian-speaking guide was not available at the last minute, so we ended up doing it in English. The initially positive aspect was that, from a shared tour, it became a private tour, meaning we could manage the timing as we preferred. Our guide, Wael, was extremely knowledgeable and provided all the information regarding each point of interest we visited. He also engaged in conversations about current events and Egyptian culture based on our curiosities. Our driver, George, was very kind and drove safely (which is not a given in Cairo). The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization was beautiful, with an exhibition of 22 mummies, including some famous pharaohs. The tour of the Coptic churches and the visit to the Saladin Citadel and the Muhammad Ali Mosque were also very nice. The souk was less interesting—your typical tourist trap. A local market would have been more engaging. Overall, highly recommended. It was a very positiv
Christene
November 2025|Australia|Couple
Ramy, our guide, was exceptional. His knowledge of the areas we visited was thorough and incredibly interesting, and we truly enjoyed our day with him. Our driver, Talaat, was also excellent—skilled, calm, and made us feel very safe navigating Cairo’s traffic. We highly recommend both of these gentlemen to anyone in need of a guide and driver in Cairo.
Jairo
November 2025|Czech Republic|Solo
I booked a shared trip but the other family canceled it last minute so I was lucky to have the tour all for myself. The guide Mahmoud was incredible, full of knowledge and also provide you with free time. Highly recommend trip.
Barsan Ana
October 2025|Romania|Friends
The trip included the most important objectives in Cairo. Everything was great: the driver was punctual and polite, the guide Mahmoud had sense of humour and he knew a lot of thinks about the history of Egipt.
Chris
October 2025|United Kingdom
Tour was done with Basant and the driver (I didn't catch his name). Pickup was on-time, communication over WhatsApp was prrfect. Really good tour; all the great sites included, with lots of learning and photo opportunities. Everything moved at a good pace and they even helped with various souvenir purchases. Top notch, expert tour guide and driver.
Luanne
October 2025|United States|Friends
The day trip was incredible and memorable. The tour guide and driver made the day a once in a lifetime experience.
Luisisney
October 2025|United States|Friends
Haisam was an outstanding guide—knowledgeable, friendly, and engaging. He shared fascinating stories, managed the tour perfectly, and made everyone feel welcome. The experience was smooth, fun, and full of local insight. Highly recommend booking with Haisam!
devrishi
October 2025|India|Couple
Ramy our guide was very good and with good knowledge of the sites we visited. He is very polite, and cooperative. Our Driver Mustafa is also a great person. 5 stars to both.
Nabil
October 2025|Canada|Couple
Our full-day tour of Cairo with Tony was fantastic! He’s a real Egyptologist with deep knowledge and passion for Egyptian history. From the Museum of Civilization to the Citadel of Saladin, the Old Cairo churches, and the Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, Tony made every stop come alive with great stories and insight. He was also very flexible and helpful with pickup arrangements, making everything smooth and easy from start to finish. Professional, friendly, and patient — he turned this day into an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended
Jennifer
October 2025|Australia|Couple
My husband and I had an amazing day with Dina and our driver Medhat. We visited the Museum of Egyptian Civilisation, the Citadel and Old Cairo. Dina was a wonderful guide. She knows so much about Egypt and explained everything in a clear and interesting way. She made the history easy to understand and fun to listen to. She also made sure we were comfortable the whole time. We stopped for a lovely lunch and enjoyed walking through the markets which gave us a real feel for the city. Medhat was a great driver. He was safe and professional and also very kind. As we drove he showed us many sights and went out of his way to show us landmarks around the city. Dina and Medhat worked so well together. They made the day smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. We could not have asked for a better tour and we highly recommend them to anyone visiting Cairo!
FAQs about Cairo: NMEC, Citadel & Old Cairo Guided Tour
Pickup and drop-off are provided from your accommodation in Cairo or Giza.
Yes, an Egyptologist tour guide is included.
Yes, admission fees to the mentioned attractions in the itinerary are included.
Lunch is included only if the lunch add-on is selected.