Private Tour in Egyptian Museum Citadel Mosque Khan Khalili
Traveler rating
3.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Tour in Egyptian Museum Citadel Mosque Khan Khalili worth booking?
Private Tour in Egyptian Museum Citadel Mosque Khan Khalili is a 5-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $10 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 3/5 (2)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $10 per person
You will visit the Egyptian museum which contains beautiful items dating back to the prehistoric period till the Greco Roman Period, witness the Islamic civilization and get some souvenirs from the great Bazaar with Priv
What you get
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Private tour
- Qualified Egyptologist tour guide (based on the tour options you’ve booked)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance fees(based on the tour options you’ve booked)
- Bottle of water
About this experience
You will visit the Egyptian museum which contains beautiful items dating back to the prehistoric period till the Greco Roman Period, witness the Islamic civilization and get some souvenirs from the great Bazaar with Private tour guide and Private car. That’s include pick up and drop off at your request hotel
What's included
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Private tour
- Qualified Egyptologist tour guide (based on the tour options you’ve booked)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance fees(based on the tour options you’ve booked)
- Bottle of water
Not included
- Gratuity
What you'll see and do
Mosque of Muhammad Ali
The team will pick you up from your hotel to The Great Mosque of Muhammad Ali Pasha or Alabaster Mosque is a mosque situated in the Citadel of Cairo in Egypt and was commissioned by Muhammad Ali Pasha between 1830 and 1848.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Citadel of Saladin
The Citadel of Cairo or Citadel of Saladin is a medieval Islamic-era fortification in Cairo, Egypt, built by Salah ad-Din 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.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, known commonly as the Egyptian Museum or the Cairo Museum, in Cairo, Egypt, is home to an extensive collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities. It has 120,000 items, with a representative amount on display and the remainder in storerooms.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar
Khan el-Khalili is a famous bazaar and souq in the historic center of Cairo, Egypt. Established as a center of trade in the Mamluk era and named for one of its several historic caravanserais, the bazaar district has since become one of Cairo's main attractions for tourists and Egyptians alike. back to hotel.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
car+driver only
car+driver only Pickup included
best seller all inlcude
car+driver+guide+tickets Pickup included
car+driver+guide
car+driver+guide Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Excursion Giza Day Tour
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour in Egyptian Museum Citadel Mosque Khan Khalili. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Terrifying Experience with Kasr El Baroun Travel: Insults, Greed, and a Forced Review During a Private Tour
The Kasr El Baroun Travel company is terrible, they arrived late, the company staff insulted us because of our origin, they wanted to force us to visit overpriced stores, and they would not return us to the hotel until they confirmed that I gave them a perfect review. On this private tour I traveled with my children and adult parents, and we wanted to see at our leisure and enjoy the wonders of the Egyptian museum and explore the Citadel along with its impressive military museum, I even asked not to go to the Bazaar to spend more time seeing the treasures that these museums and historical sites house. Unfortunately, the driver started by arriving 30 minutes late, and then the driver limited our visit time at the Egyptian museum and the Citadel, trying to make us go to fake museums that are actually stores where they sell you at an overprice and the tour company charges a commission. I am a frequent traveler who has visited more than 100 countries, and this experience on this tour was chaotic. We refused at all times to change our objective and yet the driver insisted over and over again that we had to go to the "free museums", meaning overpriced shops, plus what more could a shop about Tutankhamun's treasures and all the artifacts from the Egyptian museum and the Citadel offer? Upon arriving at the Cairo museum the driver told us that we only had one hour and that if we were not at the meeting point within an hour, he would leave us stranded. After picking us up, he tried again to take us to more shops, we refused and went to the Citadel where we were also given an hour and upon returning to the vehicle, the driver insistently tried to take us to the shops in cahoots with the tour. At all times the head of the agency called the driver complaining about why we were not visiting the shops. We informed the driver of this tour that an elderly person in our family needed to go to the hotel to take some medicine, but he still insisted on taking us to the "museum" shops. The driver was on the phone talking to his boss in Arabic and coordinating an attempt to visit another of these shops. The driver mistakenly sent Arabic messages to my phone for his boss, which I translated and saw that they were insulting us for not agreeing to go to the shops that give him a commission. He referred to my family in a derogatory manner for our ethnic origin. It's a shame to travel from so far away so that greed doesn't allow you to enjoy the treasures that the Egyptian Museum and the Citadel hold. To top it off, the driver demanded that I put a perfect review of the tour and send him evidence to his phone. We were scared when we saw on my phone's GPS that we were only going around in circles through dark, not very nice alleys, and the driver did not take us to the hotel. All this, to gain time and insist that I send the perfect review of the tour. The children realized what was happening and were scared. I do not wish this feeling of being kidnapped in a foreign country on anyone. And I found out that I was not wrong when I translated the messages and insults that he mistakenly sent in Arabic to my phone. I recommend that you avoid the company Kasr El Baroun Travel.
Response from the operator: hank you for the feedback , but make sure you wrote to correct company , thats not our service , you might write that to wrong listing , everyone used our service and know who we are , read reviews , thats why you booked us , we dont know if you are spam or you took money from other to write that for us , if we are bad , you never use our service but you came through our review which are real one not fake . please check , thank you , we wish you good time in Egypt . Egypt is the most safe place in Egypt , please check and be honest and check which listing you wrote about .thank you and enjoy your trip, regards
via Viator
Best way to soak up so much history from the Islamic part of Cairo
We wanted to see the other side of Cairo and learn about the rich Islamic history and buildings. Was able to find this great tour that combined a trip to Tahrir square Egyptian Museum and then off to Old Cairo. Hussein our driver picked us up on time at our hotel in really spacious and comfortable van. AC was on full blast which felt so good when we came back from the walking tours. Our guide Ehab was the consummate professional—so kind, knowledgeable, and kept ensuring we were happy with everything. Learned so much on this trip. The tour operator was willing to allow us to customize our tour a bit to see some extra spots that were not on the itinerary—I’m glad we were able to add to our tour and hit a few more stops while we were already out. Ehab was very considerate—allowed us to rest when we got tired from the walking and mid day sun and he got us some ice cold drinks which were very refreshing. All in all, we loved the tour, the guide, and the driver.
Response from the operator: Dear our respected client , , We would like to thank you for your time to write for us your feedback and review we already mention all tour with option with ticet or without and you choose ...we are happy to show you Egypt by our local eyes our goal to make sure you have unforgettable experience We hope to see you again in Egypt for longer vacation Cairo Keep in touch. Egypt is safe always , Excursion Giza day tour +201010479130
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Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $10 to $120
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Excursion Giza Day Tour, who run 5 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 65.6.
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Private Tour in Egyptian Museum Citadel Mosque Khan Khalili: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cairo.
How much does Private Tour in Egyptian Museum Citadel Mosque Khan Khalili cost?
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Prices start at $10 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cairo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Tour in Egyptian Museum Citadel Mosque Khan Khalili take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cairo is not rushed.
Is Private Tour in Egyptian Museum Citadel Mosque Khan Khalili worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cairo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour in Egyptian Museum Citadel Mosque Khan Khalili?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Tour in Egyptian Museum Citadel Mosque Khan Khalili suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Tour in Egyptian Museum Citadel Mosque Khan Khalili?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cairo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cairo and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tour in Egyptian Museum Citadel Mosque Khan Khalili start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cairo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cairo?
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On Outty we rank every Cairo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include All-in-One Giza Tour, inside Pyramid, sphinx, Camel ride & lunch, VIP Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx Tour –Inside the Pyramids&More, Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cairo?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cairo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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