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Cairo Egyptian museum, Cairo citadel and Alabaster mosque day tour
Cairo, Egypt
6 hours
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Date
Today
What You Will Do
Pay a visit to the famed Cairo Egyptian Museum and get lost among the largest collection of ancient artifacts one can see in one museum, the Museum houses over 120,000 artifacts from all over ancient Egypt, together with the treasures from the famous tomb of the golden King Tutankhamen, and of course the Royal Mummies room (optional).
Then visit the Islamic icon of Cairo; the Citadel of Saladin, constructed in 1172 AD to fortify the city against the crusaders, the castle houses within its walls the famous Alabaster Mosque of King Mohamed Ali (the founder of modern Egypt) his mosque was built in 1823 AD on the very special location of Moqattam mountain to easily overview the triumphant city of Alqahera.
The site enjoys an amazing view of the city; where visitors can watch the chronological expansion of the city from this spot.
Then visit the Islamic icon of Cairo; the Citadel of Saladin, constructed in 1172 AD to fortify the city against the crusaders, the castle houses within its walls the famous Alabaster Mosque of King Mohamed Ali (the founder of modern Egypt) his mosque was built in 1823 AD on the very special location of Moqattam mountain to easily overview the triumphant city of Alqahera.
The site enjoys an amazing view of the city; where visitors can watch the chronological expansion of the city from this spot.
What's Included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
What's Not Included?
- Admission fees to the sites visited (Your guide will help you get the tickets of your preference)
- Gratuities for driver and Guide.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
1
Cairo Citadel
1 hour
Then visit Saladin Citadel, constructed in 1172 AD together with the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali which was built in 1823 AD.
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Egypt Wonders Tours.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Guide Options
- Guide - English
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