Duration
1 Day Trip
Tour Type
Private
Transportation
Bus
Description
Discover Egypt’s Treasures: Coptic Cairo Tour & National Museum Experience Dive into Egypt’s captivating history with an unforgettable a visit to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. This immersive day trip takes you through millennia of heritage, from the legendary royal mummies to the sacred landmarks of Coptic Christianity.
Why Choose This Tour?
- Walk Through History: Explore the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, home to priceless artifacts and the awe-inspiring Royal Mummies Hall.
- Coptic Cairo Tour: Step into Old Cairo’s Christian quarter, where ancient churches like the Hanging Church reveal Egypt’s deep spiritual roots.
Perfect for history buffs and culture seekers, this Coptic Cairo blends archaeological wonders with religious heritage for an enriching adventure.
Highlights of the Tour
- National Museum of Egyptian Civilization: Discover the treasures of Egypt’s pharaonic past, including the famous Royal Mummies Hall.
- Coptic Cairo Tour: Explore one of Cairo’s oldest Christian districts, home to the iconic Hanging Church and other historic landmarks. Learn about the Coptic community’s deep-rooted history in Egypt.
Why You’ll Love This Tour
This Coptic Cairo tour is perfect for history lovers and cultural explorers. Walking through the ancient churches and narrow streets of Coptic Cairo feels like stepping back in time. Meanwhile, the National Museum showcases Egypt’s incredible civilization in a modern, engaging way.
What to Bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
- Camera or smartphone for photos
- Light jacket for cooler mornings
Included in Coptic Cairo tour
- Egyptologist guide
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Lunch at a local restaurant
Excluded Coptic Cairo
- Any Extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tipping
- Entrance fees churches in Coptic Cairo
Pricing & Children Policy
Prices are in USD per person (excluding Christmas, New Year & Easter).
- 0 – 1.99 yrs: Free
- 2 – 5.99 yrs: 25% of adult price
- 6 – 11.99 yrs: 50% of adult price
- 12+ yrs: Full price
Note: Child rates apply when sharing a room with parents (max 2 children per room).
Don’t miss this Coptic Cairo tour a perfect blend of ancient wonders and religious heritage! Book now for an enriching journey through Egypt’s past.
Tour Plan
Representative will pick you up from your hotel at 8:00 AM for an amazing day tour covering the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization,the Coptic and the citadel of Salah el Dein .
The Museum of Egyptian Civilization:
It is worth visiting for the marvellous collection of artifacts that date back to various eras including the Pharaonic, Roman, Greek, Coptic, Islamic, and Modern.The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization is a museum located in the city of Fustat, Cairo. The museum contains fifty thousand artifacts that tell the stages of development of Egyptian civilization, in addition to a display of the achievements of the Egyptian man in various fields of life from the dawn of history until the present time. It also contains models, photographs, manuscripts, oil paintings, artistic artifacts, and antiquities from the Stone Age, Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, Coptic, Arab, and Sudanese civilization. And the modern era. The museum site overlooks a natural lake, Ain Al-Sira Lake.
The most important feature of the Museum of Civilization is the hall that was specially designed to display the mummies of the Pharaonic kings and queens of Egypt, which creates for the visitor an atmosphere similar to the Valley of the Kings area where these royal mummies were found in a manner befitting their status. 22royal mummies of 18 kings and 4 queens from the 17th dynasties until Twentieth Dynasty. Perhaps the most important and famous are the mummy of King Seqenenre Taa II, King Thutmose III, Queen Hatshepsut, King Ramesses II and King Ramesses III.
Lunch will be visiting to Cairo
Salah el-Din Citadel:
It served as Egypt's seat of government till the 1860 Cairo Citadel is a magnificent fortress. It was constructed during Salah ad-Din reign. The construction work started in 1176 and was completed in 1182. Then pay a visit
Old Cairo:
Visit Old Cairo to see major attractions such as the Hanging Church, the Ben Ezra Synagogue, the Church of St. Barbara, and the Church of Abu Serga, one of the oldest Coptic churches in Cairo
Mohamed Ali Mosque:
It was constructed between 1830 and 1848, the mosque was named " The Alabaster Mosque" because most of the walls were made of pure alabaster. The mosque is a replica of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul
Lunch will be served in a Local restaurant in Old Cairo
Khan El Khalili Bazaar:
No visit to Cairo is complete without a stop at Khan EL Khalili bazaar; one of the most famous and oldest bazaars in the Middle East. Transfer to your Hotel after the Tour
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Debbie Foster –
Sacred stories and mummified royalty — a perfect day
The National Museum was sleek and packed with treasures . The Royal Mummies were displayed with such reverence — it gave me chills .
Then off to Coptic Cairo , where the pace slowed down and the stories turned spiritual . The Hanging Church was a masterpiece — and now I know why it’s called that !
It was a day full of awe , laughter , and good vibes . Loved every second .
Buckie Tanner –
From Pharaohs to Popes — this tour covers it all
Y’all , this tour is the real deal . Ancient mummies one hour , then you’re standing under church domes the next .
The Hanging Church is such a cool architectural feat , and the museum made me feel like I was touching history .
Also , the guide was super funny — cracked a few jokes about ancient curses , which made the day feel fun and not like a lecture .
Diana Kemp –
Cairo’s secrets , revealed in one unforgettable day
I’ll admit , I didn’t expect the Royal Mummies to move me as much as they did . But seeing those ancient rulers preserved so well really stirred something in me .
Coptic Cairo was the total opposite — soft , quiet , spiritual . I loved how the Hanging Church was explained and how every stone has a story .
Transportation was flawless , and even the snack stop was great .
Ray Dobbins –
A soulful dive into Egypt’s past
I can’t think of a better way to spend a day in Cairo than this combo of the National Museum and Coptic Cairo . The museum gave us the epic — mummies , artifacts , ancient stories . Coptic Cairo gave us the intimate — peaceful churches , tight alleyways , and beautiful art .
The real MVP though ? Our tour guide . He made history sound like gossip from 3000 years ago . I was hanging on every word .
Bonnie Ledbetter –
Time-traveling through Cairo with a smile on my face
Our day trip in early February was like something out of a travel documentary . First stop : The National Museum . Let me tell you , the Royal Mummies Hall felt like the Pharaohs were sizing us up !
Then , off to Coptic Cairo where the Hanging Church stole my heart . Our guide explained how the church got its name and pointed out carvings I would’ve missed on my own .
The tour van was quiet and cool , and everything was handled so professionally .
Clint Ramsey –
A historical rollercoaster in the best possible way
From the moment we stepped into the museum , it felt like history was wrapping itself around us . I never expected to feel that emotional seeing the Royal Mummies — it’s something you don’t forget .
Coptic Cairo surprised me in the best way . The churches and alleyways feel like stepping back in time . The Hanging Church especially was both elegant and humbling .
Marla Henson –
We traveled in March and the weather was just perfect for walking and exploring . The National Museum Of Egyptian Civilization left me speechless , especially the hall of Royal Mummies — there’s just something powerful about seeing these real figures of history face-to-face .
Our time in Coptic Cairo was peaceful and full of charm . I especially loved the Hanging Church and hearing stories of early Egyptian Christians . The architecture alone is worth the visit .
Wade Simmons –
A day of kings , saints , and killer falafel
First off , I need to mention that the ride was super plush — AC , comfy seats , and our guide had cold water bottles ready . That’s the kind of luxury I didn’t expect .
We started with the museum , which was modern and beautifully curated . The mummies room was downright chilling in the best way — I couldn’t stop looking at Ramses II’s face .
Darla McCoy –
I didn’t know what to expect from the Museum Of Egyptian Civilization , but wow — stepping into the Royal Mummies section felt like I was in a movie set . The room is dimly lit , quiet , and incredibly moving .
Then came Coptic Cairo , and it felt like I was visiting a hidden treasure chest . The Hanging Church was beautiful , perched over ancient ruins like it’s guarding a secret . I learned so much about early Christianity in Egypt and got some really great pictures too .
Leroy Jennings –
We were honestly blown away by how much culture and history could be packed into just one day . The National Museum Of Egyptian Civilization was nothing short of spectacular — the Royal Mummies Hall gave me goosebumps . Seeing actual kings and queens of ancient Egypt resting behind the glass was surreal and awe-inspiring .
After that , Coptic Cairo was a peaceful and spiritual contrast . The Hanging Church especially left a mark on us — suspended above an old Roman gate , with its stunning icons and stonework , it felt like walking into a time capsule . The guide explained so much about Egypt’s Christian heritage that we’d never known before .
Everything about the day felt well-organized and smooth . The modern transport van had Wi-Fi and AC , which made moving around Cairo a lot easier than expected . The timing was perfect — not too rushed , not too slow .
Patsy Underwood –
Mummies , mosaics , and memories we won’t forget
This tour had everything : spooky ancient rulers , gorgeous art , and a touch of the divine . The National Museum was high-tech and impressive , especially the dim , dramatic lighting in the Mummies Hall .
Coptic Cairo gave us a totally different flavor of Egypt — quiet alleys , cool stone churches , and stories that tug at the heart . The Hanging Church was an architectural gem .
Honestly , it was the perfect mix of drama and peace — and I’d happily relive this day again .
Gordon Ellis –
A tour that hits the soul and the senses
From the polished halls of the museum to the weathered stones of Coptic Cairo , every part of this trip felt immersive . The Royal Mummies were almost too real — you feel history breathing down your neck in that hall .
But I loved how the pace slowed once we reached the old churches . The Hanging Church was simply beautiful , and the guide was patient with all our questions .
Even the drive through Cairo gave us a glimpse of local life .
Charlene Morrow –
A heartfelt journey through Cairo’s roots
There’s something powerful about seeing the face of a pharaoh you’ve only ever read about in books . That moment hit me at the Royal Mummies Hall — still can’t get over it .
Later , in Coptic Cairo , I was moved by the art , the quiet chapels , and the Hanging Church’s story .
The whole tour was smooth , friendly , and unforgettable . We were well cared for the whole day .
Mickey Douglas –
Our family had a blast with this day tour ! The Royal Mummies at the National Museum gave us serious Indiana Jones vibes — spooky and amazing .
Then in Coptic Cairo , it was like stepping into another century . The Hanging Church felt peaceful and majestic , and the area around it was perfect for slow walks and great pictures .
Our tour guide even cracked a joke about ancient curses — my teens loved that .
Lana Jo Walters –
We were lucky to take this tour in January when Cairo was cool and breezy . I’m so glad we did — every step felt like part of a grand story .
The National Museum was phenomenal . You’re not just looking at old bones — you’re staring into history . Ramses II , Seti I , even a few queens — all just resting there like time stood still .
Coptic Cairo was a whole different kind of magic . Quiet , beautiful , and full of symbolism . The Hanging Church had us staring at the ceiling for ages — stunning craftsmanship .
Franklin Boyd –
We started this journey thinking it would just be a history lesson , but it turned out to be something so much more . The National Museum was slick , interactive , and incredibly well curated . The mummies themselves felt almost too real — like they could open their eyes at any second .
Then came the churches of Coptic Cairo , tucked into quiet neighborhoods that felt worlds away from the Cairo chaos . The Hanging Church gave me a sense of peace I didn’t expect .
This was the kind of tour that stays with you .
Elaine Nichols –
A seamless blend of royal splendor and quiet faith
Everything about this day was so thoughtfully arranged . From the moment we entered the National Museum Of Egyptian Civilization , we were immersed in beauty and storytelling . The Royal Mummies were haunting in the best way — to think their bodies are still preserved after thousands of years !
Coptic Cairo was a total shift in mood — calm , lovely , and sacred . The Hanging Church was our highlight , with gorgeous woodwork and centuries-old icons .
Modern transport , kind guide , and no wasted time — just a smooth , elegant day .
Tanner Givens –
I saw Ramses’ face and ate the best street snack
This tour was such a cool mix of serious history and casual fun . I’d never been to a museum that made me feel so small — the Royal Mummies are eerie , impressive , and kinda epic .
Then we moved on to Coptic Cairo , and suddenly we were in this peaceful little pocket of ancient churches and alleyways . The Hanging Church looked like something out of a fantasy movie .
Also , I had this sesame bread from a street cart near the church that I’m still dreaming about .
Jolene Barrett –
A full day of ancient legends and quiet beauty
We joined this tour in early April and couldn’t believe how much we covered in just one day . At the National Museum , the Royal Mummies were a major highlight . It’s hard to explain the feeling of looking into the faces of real ancient rulers .
But Coptic Cairo — that was my personal favorite . The Hanging Church was quiet and cool inside , and I loved how every little detail had a story . The guide shared beautiful insights into the Coptic community’s history , and it made the whole experience so much deeper .
Harvey McMillan –
This day tour completely exceeded our expectations . The museum itself is ultra-modern and beautifully designed , but the real jaw-dropper was the Royal Mummies Hall . It felt like stepping into a tomb — quiet , reverent , and powerful .
Then came Coptic Cairo , and the vibe shifted into something more spiritual and serene . The Hanging Church was unlike anything I’ve seen — it literally hangs above an old Roman gate , and the ceilings are carved like the inside of an ark .
Our transportation was super comfy , and I appreciated the little things — water , Wi-Fi , and a guide who really knew how to keep us engaged without talking our ears off .