8-Hour Tour of Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo & Felucca Ride on The Nile
Highlights
Cairo
archaeological, cultural, sightseeing
Private Tour
8 Hours
Easy
English
Description
Embark on a private tour to explore the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, commonly known as the Egyptian Museum, in Cairo, Egypt, which is home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities dating back about 5,000 years. Wander across the highlights of Old Cairo and enjoy a felucca ride on the Nile.
Itinerary
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Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo Tour
- Your tour representative will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo to visit the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, commonly known as the Egyptian Museum, in Cairo, Egypt, which is home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities dating back about 5,000 years of art which is considered the largest and most valuable collection of Egyptian art in the world. More than 250,000 original artifacts are presented, with a representative amount on display, the rest are in stores, and the Egyptian Museum is filled with thousands of pharaonic artifacts, including the golden treasures of King Tutankhamun. Fascinating objects such as jewels, headdresses, alabaster vases, and toys from ancient Egypt are all on display, and many priceless statues and other artifacts were kept in his tomb for more than 3,500 years before their discovery in 1922 when a tomb was excavated, can also be seen, Egyptian Museum It is one of the first stops on most people's itineraries when travelling to Egypt.
- Then, go to the Nile and enjoy Felucca Ride for 2 hours and see the modern sightseeing and buildings in Cairo, discover the best areas in Cairo, restaurants and Hotels. At the end of your Felucca tour in Cairo.
- In Old Cairo, head to Babylon Fortress, known as the Wax Palace or Babylon Castle, which is an ancient fortress located in the city of Cairo in Egypt. The fortress is considered one of the largest fortresses witnessed by the Roman civilization in Egypt and is one of the largest fortresses built by the empire, as well as the center on which the city of Fustat was built.
- Next, proceed to the built wonders such as the Hanging Church, which was built in the 3rd and beginning of the 4th century. Also, in the Basilica style. The Hanging Church of Cairo rises majestically on the ancient tower of the fortress of Babylon. With an interior full of symbolism and icons, it has become one of the most visited monuments of the most magnetic city in Egypt. And no wonder, with an essence that mixes Roman, Egyptian and Babylonian architecture, it becomes a place where legend and history blur.
- Afterwards, visit the Church of St. Sergius, and Bacchus has a special place among the other Coptic churches because it is linked to the path of the Holy Family during their escape from King Herod to the land of Egypt. According to Christian belief, the name of the church is attributed to both Saints Sergius and Bacchus, who were martyred in the region of Rusafa in Syria.
No one can be in Coptic Cairo without visiting the Ben Ezra Synagogue in Cairo, called El-Shamieen Church, and now located behind the "Hanging Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary". - Later, return to your hotel to conclude the tour.
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
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11 to 15 | /person |
7 to 10 | /person |
4 to 6 | /person |
2 to 3 | /person |
1 to 1 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 4 | /person |
This is a private tour |