The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization,Citadel & Old Cairo

At a glance

The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization,Citadel & Old Cairo is a 8h private experience in Cairo, Egypt, operated by Egypt Tours Online. Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $55 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour.

Quick facts

Duration

8h

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

Arabic, English, Spanish

Pickup

Hotel pickup included

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Travellers

1–30 per booking · adult required

Ages

Infant 0–5 · Child 6–11 · Adult 12–99

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Options & availability

• Tour without lunch

  from $39

  Pickup included

  Days:

  Every day

  Start times:

  08:00

  Check availability →

Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 1h

   tour starts at 9:00 am with Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza By guide to start your tour

2. Stop 2 · 2h

   The main Exhibition Hall show the four main crafts that shaped the Egyptian civilization :pottery, wood, Textile and ornaments
   
   You can see over there the oldest prosthetic toe all over the world, the skeleton of a man dates back to 30000 years ago, the Kaaba Cover (kiswaa Al kaaba) which was the last one made in Egypt during the time of president Naser and the Mahmal which it used to carry the cover from Egypt to saudia Arabia every year in a great parade
   
   The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization It's considered the first museum all over the world exhibit a comprehensive view for the Egyptian Civilization through the history from prehistory till the modern history.
   NMEC exhibit several objects to show the visitors the Egyptian civilization across the time starting with the predynastic and Ancient Egyptian period, the Greco-Roman, Coptic, Islamic and modern history

3. Stop 3 · 1h

   Then visiting Old Cairo that known as Christian Coptic Cairo which is Among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is most felt still; though their stay was brief, for the Governor of what was then Fustat enraged by the tumbling down of idols at Jesus' approach sought to kill the Child. But they took shelter from his wrath in a cave above which, in later years, the Church of Abu Serga (St Sergius) was built. This and the whole area of the Fort of Babylon is a destination of pilgrimage not only for the Egyptians but for Christians from around the world. An air of piety and devotion pervades the whole district there. Also There you will be able to visit and Enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old Jewish synagogue - Ben Ezra Synagogue.

4. Stop 4 · 30m

   Then visiting Old Cairo that known as Christian Coptic Cairo which is Among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is most felt still; though their stay was brief, for the Governor of what was then Fustat enraged by the tumbling down of idols at Jesus' approach sought to kill the Child. But they took shelter from his wrath in a cave above which, in later years, the Church of Abu Serga (St Sergius) was built. This and the whole area of the Fort of Babylon is a destination of pilgrimage not only for the Egyptians but for Christians from around the world. An air of piety and devotion pervades the whole district there. Also There you will be able to visit and Enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old Jewish synagogue - Ben Ezra Synagogue.

5. Stop 5 · 30m

   Also There you will be able to visit and Enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old Jewish synagogue - Ben Ezra Synagogue.

6. Stop 6 · 30m

   Also There you will be able to visit and Enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old Jewish synagogue - Ben Ezra Synagogue.

7. Stop 7 · 30m

   Also There you will be able to visit and Enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old Jewish synagogue - Ben Ezra Synagogue.

8. Stop 8 · 1h

   Then Continue your day tour to The Citadel where you visit The Alabaster Mosque Of Mohamed Ali Pasha.

9. Stop 9 · 1h

   After the end of the Tour you will be transferred back to your Hotel

Meeting point

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Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Entry fees includes basic area only
• Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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