Cairo:Nilometer, Manial Palace,City of The Dead With Felucca
El-Sayedah Zeinab, Cairo
Enjoy a hotel transfer in Cairo and embark on a fascinating private day trip to historic local landmarks. Explore the intricate Nilometer and the elegant Manial Palace with tickets included.
Experience a full-day cultural tour from Cairo visiting the Nilometer, Manial Palace, and the City of the Dead, including a Nile felucca sail and lunch on board.
Highlights
- Visit the Nilometer and Manial Palace
- Explore landmarks from the Islamic civilization era
- Learn the history of Abu Simbel from your Egyptologist guide
- Take a day trip from Cairo with included flights and hotel transfers
Description
The tour begins at the Nilometer located at the southern tip of Roda Island. This ancient structure dates back to just after the Arab conquest of Egypt and was historically used to measure the Nile’s flood levels for agricultural tax purposes.
Next, visit the Manial Palace, built by Prince Mohamed Ali Pasha, King Farouk’s uncle. The palace's architecture blends European Art Nouveau and Rococo with Ottoman, Moorish, and Persian styles. The residence includes five distinct buildings surrounded by gardens with rare tropical plants collected by the prince.
Then continue to the City of the Dead, Cairo’s expansive cemetery with tombs dating back to 642 AD. This area also serves as a permanent home for many due to Egypt’s housing shortage, offering a unique insight into local life.
The tour ends with a Nile felucca ride. Board the traditional sailboat to enjoy lunch while floating on the river. After the cruise, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Note: Pickup and drop-off from Cairo Airport, Sphinx Airport, New Administrative Capital, New Cairo, Heliopolis, Badr City, Shorouk, Rehab, Obour, Sheraton Almatar, Sheikh Zayed City, Ring Rd, Mirage City, Meridian Airport, or Madinty City incur additional charges.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and return transfer
- Private Egyptologist tour guide
- All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
- Bottled water during transfers
- Lunch on the felucca
- All taxes and service charges
Excludes
- Any extras not specified in the itinerary
- Tipping
- Beverages and water during lunch
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring sun protection. Morning departures avoid midday heat and provide ideal lighting for photos. Book in advance to secure your preferred date.
