Private tour of Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Khan Al- Khalili Bazaar with Lunch
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private tour of Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Khan Al- Khalili Bazaar with Lunch worth booking?
Private tour of Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Khan Al- Khalili Bazaar with Lunch is a 6-hour experience in Giza, Egypt, from $31 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $31 per person
Brace yourself for a tryst with the history of ancient Egypt at the Egyptian Museum, a popular Cairo tourist attraction. Built in 1897, this museum is a treasure house of huge statues, jewels, Tutankhamen wealth and a ra
What you get
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Qualified Egyptologist tour guide
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
Brace yourself for a tryst with the history of ancient Egypt at the Egyptian Museum, a popular Cairo tourist attraction. Built in 1897, this museum is a treasure house of huge statues, jewels, Tutankhamen wealth and a range of Egyptian antiques and artefacts dating back to thousands of years. Soothe your history-heavy nerves with some cool breeze at the Citadel of Salah El Din, one of the world's greatest monuments of medieval warfare. Relax and shop at the Khan El Kahili Bazar and El Sagha that exhibit wonderful collections of jewellery, wooden products, leather ware, embroidered dresses and more.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Qualified Egyptologist tour guide
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Guaranteed to skip the lines
- All taxes and service charge
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
The Egyptian Museum in Cairo
In the morning, you will be picked up in an air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel in Cairo. Accompanied by a guide, you will be taken to the the Egyptian Museum, situated in the Tahirr Square in Cairo. The museum was first built in Boulak, but in 1891, it was moved to Giza Palace of ‘Ismail Pasha’ which housed the antiques that were later moved to the present building. There are 107 halls in the museum. At the ground floor there are huge statues. The upper floor houses small statues, jewels and Tutankhamen treasures. It is the largest Egyptian antiques museum in the world and houses about 250,000 antique pieces covering the whole history of ancient Egypt, which extends over the past five thousand years. The Egyptian Museum comprises many sections arranged in chronological order.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Mosque of Muhammad Ali
Further on, proceed to the Citadel of Salah El Din. It was built by Salah El Din El Ayoubi in 1183 AD in the medieval castle style. The citadel comprises a number of important monuments including the Mosque of Soliman Pasha, the 90 metre deep Joseph’s well, the Alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali. The walls of the mosque are coated with alabaster and had gild-decorated crowns.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar
Continue to the Khan El Kahili Bazaar and El Sagha (jewellery shops). It is one of the earliest and greatest markets in the Middle East. Built in the 14th century, it has many stores exhibiting a wonderful collection of jewellery, wooden artefacts embossed with pearls, leather ware, embroidered dresses and a range of impressive souvenirs. You will stop for lunch at a local restaurant. After exploring the market, you will be dropped back to your hotel in Cairo
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
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
- Misk Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Private tour of Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Khan Al- Khalili Bazaar with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Explore Cairo in a short time
Tickets included, so I was able to watch the tour smoothly without waiting in line. In particular, the Archaeological Museum was the first to enter, so it was good to take the time to see it. The mosque was the most beautiful mosque I have ever seen, so if you have time, you should go. I ended up not buying anything at the bazaar because I was not good at negotiating, so I had a coffee and left, but it was a good experience.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Very good tour to get to know the city
For our 1st day in Cairo we decided to have a tour. Our guide was Gerges and we liked the experiance a lot! At 10:00 he picked us up from our hotel, then we visited the Egiptian Museum (the old museum, sometimes also called The Egiptian Museum of Antiquities), then Cairo Citadel Saladin, Mohamed Ali mosque, Coptic Cairo district with the Hanging church & St.George’s church and finally we saw bazaar Khan-el-Khalili & Compex Qalawun. All was good, we learned many i teresting facts & stories. Recommended!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $31 to $142
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Misk Tours, who run 12 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 66.4 and 3 in the 90+ Club.
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Private tour of Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Khan Al- Khalili Bazaar with Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Giza.
How much does Private tour of Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Khan Al- Khalili Bazaar with Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $31 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Giza 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 of Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Khan Al- Khalili Bazaar with Lunch take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Giza is not rushed.
Is Private tour of Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Khan Al- Khalili Bazaar with Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Giza, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private tour of Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Khan Al- Khalili Bazaar with Lunch?
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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 of Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Khan Al- Khalili Bazaar with Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private tour of Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Khan Al- Khalili Bazaar with Lunch?
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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 Giza 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 Giza and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private tour of Egyptian Museum, Citadel and Khan Al- Khalili Bazaar with Lunch 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 Giza 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 Giza?
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On Outty we rank every Giza experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include ViP Private Tour Giza Pyramids,camel ride , inside 3rd Pyramid, Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Camel, ATV Bike, Shopping & Dinner Cruise, Giza Pyramids VIP Private Tour ATV Camel Inside Pyramid & Lunch. 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 Giza?
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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 Giza?
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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.
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