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Old Cairo: Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel & Religious Complex
Cairo
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Join a NASCOTOURS guide on a fascinating tour of Cairo's iconic sites: the Citadel of Salah El Din, the Religious Complex, and the National Museum (NMEC). Your adventure kicks off at the historic Citadel, a formidable medieval fortress that served as Egypt's government center for nearly 700 years. Next, explore the Religious Complex in Old Cairo, home to the Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-Aas, the Hanging Church, the Jewish Synagogue of Ibn Ezra, and several historic Coptic Churches, including the Church of Abu Serga and the Church of St. Barbara. Conclude your journey at NMEC, where you'll discover Egypt's history from ancient times through various cultural eras, with the highlight being the Royal Mu...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Greek - French - English speaking assistant
A Specialized Guide.
All Fees and Taxes.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Old Cairo: Egyptian Museum, Saladin Citadel & Religious Complex
Cairo
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Join a NASCOTOURS guide on a fascinating tour of Cairo's iconic sites: the Citadel of Salah El Din, the Religious Complex, and the National Museum (NMEC). Your adventure kicks off at the historic Citadel, a formidable medieval fortress that served as Egypt's government center for nearly 700 years. Next, explore the Religious Complex in Old Cairo, home to the Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-Aas, the Hanging Church, the Jewish Synagogue of Ibn Ezra, and several historic Coptic Churches, including the Church of Abu Serga and the Church of St. Barbara. Conclude your journey at NMEC, where you'll discover Egypt's history from ancient times through various cultural eras, with the highlight being the Royal Mu...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in Arabic (العربية) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Greek - French - English speaking assistant
A Specialized Guide.
All Fees and Taxes.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Itinerary
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Cairo Citadel
Citadel of Salah Eldin, it's a medieval Islamic era fortification in Cairo, Egypt, built by Salah ad-Din (Saladin) and further developed by subsequent Egyptian rulers. It was the seat of government in Egypt and the residence of its rulers for nearly 700 years from the 13th to the 19th centuries.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Coptic Cairo
The Religious Complex, which located in the area of Old Cairo near The Ancient Fortress of Babylon and includes the Mosque of Amr Ibn Al-Aas, The Hanging Church of Virgin Mary, The Jewish Synagogue of Ibn Ezra and several other Coptic Churches, including The Church of Abu Serga (St. Sergius and Bacchus) built over the cave where the Holy Family, Church of St. Barbara: A 4th-century church containing the relics of Saint Barbara and Church of St. George: A Greek Orthodox church.
4 hours
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The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities
Egyptian Museum, the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East, housing over 170,000 artifacts.
