You will be picked up from your hotel, to enjoy the Cairo City Tour visiting the most interesting Egyptian Museum, which features artefacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 overwhelming artefacts are presented, gold and jewellery which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years. Then proceed to visit Mohamed Ali mosque the Alabaster Mosque inside the Citadel of Salah El Din. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant. Continue driving to the area of Islamic Cairo, where you will be able to explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s old bazaar. Then we move on to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Church of St. Barbara, and Church of Abu Serga. Later you will be transferred Back to your hotel.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, and 10:00 AM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 6–88)
$24
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $28.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 30 of the next 120 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Guided Tour to old Cairo with lunch
Pickup included
Itinerary
Cairo
360 min
You will be picked up from your hotel, to enjoy the Cairo City Tour visiting the most interesting Egyptian Museum, which features artefacts from the Pharaonic period. The museum displays a rare collection of 5000 years of art which is considered the largest most precious collection of Egyptian art in the world. Over 250,000 overwhelming artefacts are presented, gold and jewellery which was enclosed in his tomb for over 3,500 years. Then proceed to visit Mohamed Ali mosque the Alabaster Mosque inside the Citadel of Salah El Din. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant. Continue driving to the area of Islamic Cairo, where you will be able to explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s old bazaar. Then we move on to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, Church of St. Barbara, and Church of Abu Serga. Later you will be transferred Back to your hotel.
What's included
Included
Bottled water on board the vehicle during your trip
Lunch meal at local restaurant in Cairo
All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle
Private Egyptologist guide
Not included
Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
Tipping
"Any non-English guide will incur an additional $10 (cash payment)."
Pickup Locations & Times
+201112777480
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
36 reviews
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How it compares in Cairo
Starting price $24 is 70% below the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Cairo
Excurgo comparison of 9,629 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Guided Tour to old Cairo with lunch take?
Guided Tour to old Cairo with lunch lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Guided Tour to old Cairo with lunch cost?
Prices start at $24 per person for this Cairo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $28. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Guided Tour to old Cairo with lunch run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, and 10:00 AM.
Does Guided Tour to old Cairo with lunch sell out?
It can: 30 of the next 120 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Guided Tour to old Cairo with lunch for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. +201112777480 Pickup points include Lotus Hotel, Golden Hotel.
What languages is Guided Tour to old Cairo with lunch offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Guided Tour to old Cairo with lunch worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 36 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Last Minute in Egypt.
Reviews(36)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Neil W
May 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A fabulous day trip
We had a truly wonderful day! Our tour guide, Sherry, was knowledgeable, informative and good fun. In fact, she was amazing!The day went very smoothly and we loved all the places we were taken to. Old Cairo is fabulous in every way. Highly recommended.
Operator response
It was our pleasure meeting you and we hope to serve you again in the near future thank you for the nice review
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clairedC307EV
November 15, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
GREAT DAY
Great day with Monica who knew how to enter the explanations very understandable in perfect French.
We were able to discover Cairo.
Operator response
It was our pleasure meeting you and we hope to serve you again in the near future thank
you for the nice review
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Maradash23
August 18, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful day in old Cairo
This was a very amazing day in Cairo we went to the citadel it was a very great place to visit I enjoyed the service very much the car was very comfortable and the driver could speak English I loved that very much also the price was suitable I strongly recommend this
Operator response
It was our pleasure meeting you and we hope to serve you again in the near future thank you for the nice review
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uchao2024
June 10, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Museum Tours
Lovely trip to some of Egypt’s renowned museums. Would definitely recommend! Our driver Ali was very friendly and efficient making our time more enjoyable.
Operator response
It was our pleasure meeting you and we hope to serve you again in the near future thank you for the nice review
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Nati2009
June 6, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
J'ai la tête pleine de souvenirs uniques
The monuments were wonderfull
I take so many souvenirs in m'y head
The national museum of égyptien civilisation were amazing like return to the ancien Egypte . Everything was so very Well done
Operator response
It was our pleasure meeting you and we hope to serve you again in the near future thank you for the nice review
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Nati2009
June 5, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
My head is full of unique memories
A return to ancient Egypt as if we were really there
It was wonderful enchanting exotic sumptuous
Thanks to Sherry from last minute tour
Operator response
It was our pleasure meeting you and we hope to serve you again in the near future thank you for the nice review
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Vessel07
May 19, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
No complaints & Excellent guide partnered with a safe and great driver.. must recommend for ladies group . We had a great full
Great tour guide, taking the time to share the background and allows you to take photos and enjoy the views. Very accommodating and friendly and a great driver.
Operator response
It was our pleasure meeting you and we hope to serve you again in the near future thank you for the nice review
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valentinabK5224CN
January 26, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
A great tour around the city.
Very comprehensive and complete tour!
We went to several places and receive good explanation. The lunch was delicious
Operator response
It was our pleasure meeting you and we hope to serve you again in the near future thank you for the nice review
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Natalie P
January 3, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Rana citadel and Coptic tour
Rana was a great friendly and informative tour guide she took care of me and my daughter for our tours the citadel and Coptic tour is very pleasant and peaceful thankyou Rana
Operator response
It was our pleasure meeting you and we hope to serve you again in the near future thank you for the nice review
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Go60454515042
December 8, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
This was amazing trip. The experience was breath taking.
Wow this was a great experience. We had a tour around Cairo. The epic moment was at the pyramid of Giza. We took many photos, happy moments and our guide Dalida was very friendly, informative made us feel at home.
Operator response
It was our pleasure meeting you and we hope to serve you again in the near future thank you for the nice review