Today, immerse yourself in the historical and cultural heritage of Cairo. Start with a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum, where you will encounter the world’s largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities, including the famous golden mask of Tutankhamun.
After a morning of discovery, embark on a tour of Islamic and Coptic Cairo. Then we'll take you to the Citadel of Saladin, which was built during the twelfth dynasty to reinforce Cairo, and the Alabaster Mosque of Mohamed Ali Basha, one of many buildings inside the citadel that belonged to Egypt's Albanian ruler during the first half of the 17th century. Enjoy the scenery of Islamic Cairo, with its stunning mosques, captivating minarets, and intriguing domes.
Following this, delve into the historic quarter of Old Cairo, where you will visit the ancient Coptic Church of St. Sergius, built over a cave believed to have sheltered the Holy Family. You will also explore the Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the oldest in Egypt.