Cairo Day Tours

Cairo Citadel, Islamic Heritage & Historic Bazaar

Visit Saladin's Citadel, the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and Khan el-Khalili on a private tour of historic Islamic Cairo.

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Khan el-Khalili market in Cairo
Streets and market details in the Khan el-Khalili area. Photo: LBM1948. License: CC BY-SA 4.0.
Private tour · approx. 8 hoursCairoPrivate planningFrom USD 85

A closer look.

Explore the Citadel of Salah El-Din and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali, then continue into historic Islamic Cairo.

Walk through the streets and shops of Khan el-Khalili with your guide. Private transport connects the hilltop citadel with the old city's market district.

  • Citadel of Salah El-Din on Mokattam Hill
  • Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali
  • Historic Islamic Cairo architecture
  • Atmospheric souks of Khan el-Khalili

Your itinerary.

Timings are coordinated around pickup, access and your agreed arrangements.

01

Cairo Pickup & Route Introduction

Meet your private guide at your hotel lobby, confirm the morning schedule, and drive into the historic quarters of Cairo aboard a private air-conditioned vehicle.

02

Historic Cairo: Citadel & Khan el-Khalili

Tour the Citadel of Salah El-Din and the Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali, then wander through the bustling medieval market lanes of Khan el-Khalili.

03

Return Transfer to Cairo

Rejoin your private vehicle following your bazaar walk and enjoy a comfortable ride back through the city streets to your Cairo accommodation.

Included in the proposal.

  • Private air-conditioned road transfers from the agreed Cairo pickup point and back
  • Private guiding or excursion coordination in the language confirmed in your quotation
  • Planning and coordination for the route in your confirmed itinerary

Not included unless quoted.

  • International airfares, Egyptian entry visas, and travel insurance
  • Entrance fees, pyramid-interior tickets, special tomb tickets (including Tutankhamun's tomb) and optional activities, unless listed as included in your quotation
  • Domestic flights, train tickets and overnight hotel stays, unless listed as included in your quotation
  • Meals, drinks, personal purchases and optional equipment hire, unless listed as included
  • Gratuities for guides, drivers, and crew

The practical details.

Tour Pricing per Person (Private Rates)

Solo Traveler: $136 | 2 Persons: $85 / person (Standard Rate) | 3 to 5 Persons: $70 / person | 6+ Persons: $59 / person. Children under 6 years are complimentary; children 6–11 receive a 50% discount. Includes private air-conditioned vehicle, licensed Egyptologist guide, and scheduled visits.

Walking, steps and sun protection

Expect steps, uneven ground and time in the sun at archaeological sites and desert stops. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and bring water and sun protection. Tell us about any walking or access needs before the route is confirmed.

Photos and confirmed arrangements

Photos illustrate the destinations on this route. Your quotation confirms the transport, accommodation and tickets included in your booking; a photograph does not identify a particular vehicle, hotel room or cruise ship.

The written quotation takes precedence over this suggested programme. Check the final services, guiding arrangements and any optional costs before confirming.

Good to know.

What are the rates for different group sizes?

This tour is private. Rates start at $85 per person for 2 guests. Solo travelers pay $136 for dedicated transport and guiding, while parties of 3–5 pay $70 per person, and 6+ guests pay $59 per person.

Are monument entrance tickets and meals included automatically?

Check your quotation for the entrance tickets, boat crossings, meals and transport included in the price. The itinerary shows the proposed visits; any extra tickets or services are confirmed separately before booking.

Can pickup times and pacing be adjusted for our group?

Yes. We can discuss pickup times, breaks and time at each stop when planning your private ground arrangements. Changes need to fit your hotel location, any flight or ship schedule and the time available for the visits.

Where will we be picked up?

Your Cairo hotel or an agreed meeting point. Your exact meeting details are agreed before travel.

How is my booking confirmed?

Send an enquiry first. We review availability and provide a written quotation with the itinerary, services, price and booking conditions. Sending the form does not reserve a service.

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