Cairo Full Day Tour To Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo & Bazzar [17296P89]
Experience the vibrant history of Egypt with the Cairo Full Day Tour. This guided expedition takes you to the heart of Egypt's cultural landscape, where you'll gain exclusive access to legendary sites like the renowned Egyptian Museum, Old Cairo, and the bustling Bazzar. At the Egyptian Museum, prepare to be mesmerized by a vast array of treasures and artifacts that elucidate the opulence of ancient civilizations. Next up, journey through time as you roam the narrow lanes of Old Cairo, soaking in atmospheric Coptic and Islamic architecture. Lastly, immerse yourself in the local culture at Bazzar, an expansive marketplace teeming with traditional wares and lively vendors. The Cairo Full Day Tour is not just a trip; it's a voyage into an incredible past.
ADDITIONAL INFO
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
INCLUDED
- All Transfers by Private A/C
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
- Tipping
- Personal Items
- Entry Fees (Optional)
- Tour Guide (Optional)
- Lunch at local restaurants (koshari)(Optional)
CANCELLATION POLICY
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
ITINERARY
- The Egyptian Museum of Antiquities contains many important pieces of ancient Egyptian history. It houses the world's largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities. The Egyptian government established the museum built in 1835 near the Ezbekeyah Garden and later moved to the Cairo Citadel. In 1855, Archduke Maximilian of Austria was given all of the artifacts by the Egyptian government; these are now in the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna. A new museum was established at Boulaq in 1858 in a former warehouse, following the foundation of the new Antiquities Department under the direction of Auguste Mariette. The building lay on the bank of the Nile River, and in 1878 it suffered significant damage in a flood of the Nile River. In 1891, the collections were moved to a former royal palace, in the Giza district of Cairo. They remained there until 1902 when they were moved, for the last time, to the current museum in Tahrir Square.
- Coptic Cairo is a part of Old Cairo which encompasses the Babylon Fortress, the Coptic Museum, the Hanging Church, the Greek Church of St. George and many other Coptic churches and historical sites. It is believed in Christian tradition that the Holy Family visited this area and stayed at the site of Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church (Abu Serga). Coptic Cairo was a stronghold for Christianity in Egypt until the Islamic era, though most of the current buildings of the churches in Coptic Cairo were built after the Muslim conquest of Egypt in the 7th century.
- Ben Ezra Synagogue
- 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,
- then visit hanging church
- Khan el-Khalili (Arabic: خان الخليلي) is a famous bazaar and souq (or souk) in the historic center of Cairo, Egypt. The bazaar district is one of Cairo's main attractions for tourists and Egyptians alike. It is also home to many Egyptian artisans and workshops involved in the production of traditional crafts and souvenirs.
