You will explore the Egyptian museum, home to exquisite artifacts from the prehistoric era all the way to the Greco-Roman Period. Embark on a journey to understand the history of the Coptic period through its splendid architecture, and discover the tale of the Holy Family’s visit to Egypt.
- Tahrir Square Obelisk (مسلة ميدان التحرير) - Our Egypt Select Tours tour guide will escort you by an air conditioned vehicle to the
Egyptian Museum of Antiquities which was built in 1902 and it exhibits a large number of items and treasures (exceeding 120,000 masterpieces) dating back to the ancient Egyptian period and Greco-Roman period including the marvelous collection of the child king Tut Ankh Amon.
- Coptic Cairo - Then we will escort you in a tour to Coptic Cairo where you will visit the Hanging Church which is dating back to the 3rd Century AD and was dedicated to Virgin Mary, It’s called “Hanging” because of its location above the gatehouse of the ancient Roman fortress “Babylon” .It contains 110 Holy icons depicting beautiful religious scenes.
Then visiting Saint Sergius and Bacchus Church which is believed to have been built on the spot where the holy family rested at the end of their journey into Egypt.
Then, visiting the Jewish Synagogue of Ben Ezra which gained its importance from its Geniza (Store room) was found during the 19th century containing a treasure of abandoned Hebrew secular and sacred manuscripts.
After this trip you will be transferred to your hotel
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All Taxes included
- Complimentary snacks
- Fuel surcharges covered
- Expert Egyptologist guide
- Private vehicle transportation
- Food and drinks
- Optional Activities
- Gratuities
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
