Enjoyable Tour to the Grand Egyptian Museum, Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour from Port Said

Enjoyable Tour to the Grand Egyptian Museum, Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour from Port Said

Grand Egyptian Museum
  • 10-12
  • Private tour
  • Everyday

Overview

This tour to the Grand Egyptian Museum, Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour from Port Said takes you on a fascinating journey throughout Egypt's impressive cultural and historical heart — Cairo. You will enjoy the splendour of the famous Grand Egyptian Museum, the timeless charm of Islamic Cairo, and the sacred beauty of holy Coptic Cairo — all in one unforgettable and enjoyable day. You will visit the best Grand Egyptian Museum, explore the medieval Citadel of Salah El-Din and the magnificent Mosque of Mohamed Ali, and stroll through Coptic Cairo — home to some of the oldest and most important Christian churches in the world. You will find many other options when you check the best Port Said Shore Excursions on our website.

Included

  • Best Egypt Tour representatives will organise the most comfortable pick-up and drop-off services from Port Said
  • We will book a private, modern, and air-conditioned vehicle for you throughout the trip.
  • You will be accompanied by a friendly and professional Egyptologist guide during the tour.
  • Entrance fees to all the mentioned historical sites.
  • We will buy a free bottle of water for you during the tour
  • All the important service charges and taxes are included.

Excluded

  • Beverages during meals are not included.
  • Personal expenses such as souvenirs, snacks, etc., are excluded.
  • Entrance to any of the Giza Pyramids from the inside is excluded.
  • Tipping for the guide and driver is excluded.

Itinerary:

You will start your adventure with a comfortable drive from Port Said along the famous desert highway to Cairo. Upon arrival, your first stop will be the impressive The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), Egypt’s newest and largest museum, displaying thousands of priceless artefacts, including treasures from King Tutankhamun’s tomb, monumental statues, and interactive exhibits that bring ancient Egyptian wonders to life.

Continue your tour to the Citadel of Salah El-Din, which is a 12th-century strong fortress built to protect Cairo from the aggressive Crusaders. Within its tall walls lies the magnificent Mosque of Mohamed Ali, also known as the the Alabaster Mosque, which is famous for its stunning Ottoman architecture, ornate domes, and breathtaking and charming views of the city skyline.

You will enjoy trying different delicious dishes at a local restaurant. Then we will go to Coptic Cairo( old cairo), which is one of the oldest and most famous Christian communities in the world. You will see the famous the hanging church, built over the ancient ruins of a Roman fortress; the beautiful Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, believed to stand on the site where the Holy Family stayed; and the famous Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of Egypt’s oldest synagogues with deep historical roots.

After exploring Cairo’s most important, ancient, and spiritual landmarks, relax on your return drive to Port Said, reflecting on an enjoyable day filled with cultural discovery and timeless beauty.

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