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Private Tour: The National Museum & Islamic Cairo's Hidden Gems

By Look at Egypt Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $268 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Embark on Private Tour: The National Museum & Islamic Cairo's Hidden Gems is an exclusive private tour that seamlessly blends the grandeur of pharaonic Egypt with the captivating charm of Islamic Cairo. Begin your day immersed in the unparalleled collection of artefacts at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation, where you'll journey through millennia of history, from mummies to royal treasures.
Following your museum exploration, step into the heart of Islamic Cairo, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Unlike typical tourist routes, this tour unveils the city's hidden gems: beautifully preserved mosques with intricate details, bustling artisan workshops showcasing traditional crafts, and vibrant local markets with authentic sights and sounds.
This personalised experience allows you to delve deeper into the stories behind the landmarks, engage with local artisans, and savour the true essence of Cairo. Your expert Egyptologist guide. Book now

Activity location

  • National Museum of Egyptian Civilization NEMC
    • Al Fustat Street
    • 11511, Cairo, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • National Museum of Egyptian Civilization NEMC
    • Al Fustat Street
    • 11511, Cairo, Egypt

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Exclusive Tour- Special offer
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 8:00 a.m.
Price details
CA $267.95 x 1 AdultCA $267.95
Total
Price is CA $267.95
Until Sun, Aug 31

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedHotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll Entry Fess for all the sites
  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll activities
  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport by air-conditioned minivan
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge

Know before you book

  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Activity itinerary

National Museum of Egyptian Civilization NEMC
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
The National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation (NMEC), located in the heart of Fustat, Old Cairo, stands as a testament to Egypt's rich heritage, offering a comprehensive journey through millennia of history. Inaugurated in 2021, this state-of-the-art institution spans 135,000 square metres, blending modern architecture with traditional design elements, symbolising the fusion of past and present. Its prime attraction, the Royal Mummies Hall, houses 22 ancient kings and queens, including Ramses II and Hatshepsut, relocated in a globally televised 'Pharaohs’ Golden Parade'—a historic event underscoring Egypt’s dedication to preserving its legacy.
Mosque of Muhammad Ali
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The Citadel of Salah El-Din (Saladin), Cairo’s iconic 12th-century Islamic fortress, was built 1176–1183 by Sultan Salah ad-Din to protect against Crusader threats. This UNESCO-listed complex spans 30+ acres, blending military might with architectural grandeur. Dominated by the 19th-century Muhammad Ali Mosque (Alabaster Mosque), its Ottoman domes and minarets define Cairo’s skyline. Key features include the 14th-century Al-Nasir Mosque, historic gates (e.g., Bab al-Azab), and museums (Military, Police). A seat of power for 700 years, it offers panoramic city views and embodies Egypt’s medieval Islamic heritage, merging defence, governance, and culture. (500 letters
Al-Hakim Mosque
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Al-Hakim Mosque, Cairo’s fourth-largest historic mosque, is a monumental Fatimid-era structure commissioned by Caliph Al-Aziz (975–996) and completed under his son, Caliph Al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah (996–1021), in 1013 CE. Named after the controversial ruler, it exemplifies early Islamic architecture with Abbasid and North African influences. The mosque’s rectangular plan spans 120m x 113m, featuring a vast courtyard flanked by arcades and a prayer hall with soaring pointed arches. Its most distinctive elements are the two rectangular minarets—Egypt’s oldest surviving—adorned with intricate stucco and stonework, reflecting Fatimid innovation
Bazar Khan El-Khalili
  • 2h
Khan El-Khalili, established in the 14th century as a Mamluk trading hub, remains Cairo’s iconic souq. Its labyrinthine alleys brim with shops selling spices, gold, perfumes, and traditional crafts, retaining the ambiance of a medieval marketplace. Key landmarks include the historic Al-Fishawi Café (founded 1773), a haunt for writers and artists, and the Sultan Al-Ghuri Complex, hosting Sufi dance performances. By day, it buzzes with haggling shoppers; by night, it glows with lantern-lit stalls, offering an immersive dive into Egypt’s mercantile heritage. Muizz Street (Al-Muizz li-Din Allah), a 1km thoroughfare named after the Fatimid caliph, is dubbed the “open-air museum of Islamic architecture.” Dating to the 10th century, it boasts over 30 monuments spanning Fatimid, Ayyubid, Mamluk, and Ottoman eras.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESNational Museum of Egyptian Civilization NEMC
    • Al Fustat Street
    • 11511, Cairo, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLENational Museum of Egyptian Civilization NEMC
    • Al Fustat Street
    • 11511, Cairo, Egypt

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