Old Cairo Churches: Historic Spiritual Journey

Explore Old Cairo’s historic churches and the unique St. Simon Monastery, carved in a mountain, on this captivating half-day tour.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Coptic Cairo - Explore the ancient churches of Old Cairo, constructed during the Roman era, dating back to the 4th century AD, along with the Ben Ezra Synagogue. The guide will also lead you to the Babylon Fortress, established in the 1st century AD, where the Hanging Church was constructed atop two of its towers. Following this, the guide will…
What's Included
  • Entry/Admission-St. Sergius and Bacchus
  • Entry/Admission- Cave Church
  • Entry/Admission- Hanging Church
  • Entry/Admission- Ben Ezra Synagogue
  • An Expert Egyptologist guide
  • Hotel Pickup & drop-off
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Bottled Water
  • Taxes & fees
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • The extra charge of pickup from the hotels outside the city $15 per group.
  • Insurance
  • Lunch
Additional Information

This tour offers visits to numerous churches in Old Cairo, providing a vivid glimpse into the era when the Holy Family sought refuge and found safety in Egypt. Some churches, such as the Church of Abo Serga, are built over a cave that served as a dwelling for the Virgin Mary and Jesus. Others, like the Hanging Church, are associated with miracles and…

Location
Coptic Cairo
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

From $60
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).