Your professional driver/guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel. You will start the day by driving in the heart of the city of Cairo in Tahrir square (also known as Liberation Square). Visit the Egyptian museum which contains the largest depository of Egyptian antiquities. It now contains more than 120,000 pieces.
Among its treasures is the funeral collection of Tut Ankh Amun discovered in 1922. There were more than 3500 pieces of which 1700 are exhibited in the museum including the golden throne and the golden mask. Then you will drive to the citadel which was built by Saladin in 1176 to visit the mosque of Mohamed Ali, known as the alabaster mosque, and then Khan El Khalili market with its medieval atmosphere.
Then you will drive to The Nile Corniche, one of the most beautiful river front areas in the world. You will ride on the Felucca (sailing boat) for one hour, stroll in the fresh air and see Cairo tower. After, enjoy a traditional meal of Kushari. You will be transferred back to your hotel to end the tour.
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Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 8 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
08:00 AM Hotel pickups commence prior to this timeTimes are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
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Departure Details :
Traveler pickup is offered
Please advise your hotel name -
Return Details :
Concludes at your hotel in Cairo
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Brace yourself for a tryst with the history of ancient Egypt join your expert Vacations to go travel Egyptologistat for an exploration of the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities (or the Grand Egyptian Museum, upon its opening), to view its huge collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts.,
Soothe your history-heavy nerves with some cool breeze at the Citadel of Salah El Din, one of the world's greatest monuments of medieval warfare. Relax and shop at the Khan El Kahili Bazar, Relax Aboard a Felucca, viewing Cairo from a different perspective.
Highlights
- Step back in time on a history tour
- All entrance fees included
- Lunch included
- Private guide for a more personalized experience
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Inclusions
Afternoon meal on the board of the Felucca on the river Nile (Koshri)
One bottle of mineral water per person
One hour Felucca ride on the River Nile
Services of an Egyptian tour guide degree qualified in Egyptology
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance fees to the main sites
All relevant transfer and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles
Touring - The Egyptian Museum, The citadel, Coptic Cairo and Khan El Khalili
Entry/Admission - The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities
Entry/Admission - Mosque of Muhammad Ali
Exclusions
Drinks
International flights and visa
We recommend you allow USD$7-9 per day, per traveler. for the tipping.
Tipping your guide and your driver is an entirely personal gesture.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant meals not included
Dress code is smart casual
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Tipping guideline 5 USD per person per day for the guide, 2 USD per person per day for the driver and 2 USD per person for the felucca Captin
You will have the chance to shop the wonderful Egyptian souvenirs in Cairo as well
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
COVID-19 Precautions Measures for more information about your entire trip.: please visit the link below: https://www.egyptair.com/en/about-egyptair/news-and-press/Pages/EGYPTAIR%20is%20back%20to%20the%20Sky%20as%20of%2001July%202020.aspx
