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Coptic Cairo Tour: Cave Church of Saint Simon and Old Cairo churches

Visit El Mokattam Mountain Cave Church, or the Monastery of St Simon, on a private tour that also explores the magnificent churches of Coptic Cairo. You’ll see some of Cairo’s most important Christian sites, including the Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, the Church of Saint Barbara, and the Hanging Church, while going beyond sightseeing for a glimpse of ‘garbage city,’ a fascinating Cairo neighborhood that most visitors overlook entirely.

Coptic Cairo Tour: Cave Church of Saint Simon and Old Cairo churches

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Cave Church of Saint Simon and Hidden Churches of Old Cairo

Visit El Mokattam Mountain Cave Church, or the Monastery of St Simon, on a private tour that also explores the magnificent churches of Coptic Cairo. You’ll see some of Cairo’s most important Christian sites, including the Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, the Church of Saint Barbara, and the Hanging Church, while going beyond sightseeing for a glimpse of ‘garbage city,’ a fascinating Cairo neighborhood that most visitors overlook entirely.Private tour ensures personalized service Included lunch and entrance fees mean no extra tour costs Enjoy the comfort and security of traveling by private vehicle Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo

Cave Church of Saint Simon and Hidden Churches of Old Cairo

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Cairo Private Day Tours: Discover Islamic and Coptic Cairo

Cairo Private Day Tours: Discover Islamic and Coptic Cairo

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Full Day Tour Visiting Coptic and Islamic Cairo

Visit Cairo’s religious landmarks on a private tour of the city’s Coptic, Islamic, and Jewish highlights. Discover Abu Serga, explore the Church of Saint Barbara, see the gilded icons that adorn the Hanging Church, and enter the Ben Ezra Synagogue. Admire Cairo’s most important mosques and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Upgrade to add an Egyptologist guide, entry fees, and a restaurant lunch, either in the city or beside the Nile.

Full Day Tour Visiting Coptic and Islamic Cairo

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

The Civilization Museum, the Citadel, Khalili Bazaar & Old Cairo

Discover Cairo like never before with a perfectly curated mix of ancient history, spiritual landmarks, and vibrant local life — all in one unforgettable day. Unlike standard tours, this experience takes you across Egypt’s diverse cultural layers: from the Royal Mummies at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, to the stunning Mosque of Muhammad Ali, and the hidden gems of Coptic Cairo. End the journey with the sights, sounds, and scents of Khan El Khalili Bazaar. With a knowledgeable local guide by your side, skip the hassle and dive deep into the real Cairo.

The Civilization Museum, the Citadel, Khalili Bazaar & Old Cairo

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private day tour visiting Coptic, Islamic Cairo, khan Elkhalili

Discover the Wonders of Coptic and Islamic Cairo Explore Cairo’s rich history and culture on this unforgettable journey. Start at the Hanging Church, a stunning Coptic landmark. Then, step into the peaceful Abu Serga Church, where the Holy Family once found refuge. Visit the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue, filled with centuries of stories. Climb to the Citadel of Salah Al-Din, a mighty fortress with breathtaking views. Inside, admire the beautiful Mohammed Ali Mosque, known for its shining alabaster walls. Feel the spiritual atmosphere of Al-Azhar Mosque, one of the oldest mosques in Cairo. End your journey at the lively Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, where you can explore colorful shops and experience the magic of old Cairo. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!

Private day tour visiting Coptic, Islamic Cairo, khan Elkhalili

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Half-day Tour in Churches of Cairo

Half-day Tour in Churches of Cairo

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Half Day Tour Coptic Cairo and Khan El-Khalili Bazaar

Private Half Day Tour Coptic Cairo and Khan El-Khalili Bazaar

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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The Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Khan Khalil Bazaar and Old Cairo

This full-day tour explores the highlights of Cairo’s rich history .Enjoy a fully private tour with flexible pickup, licensed guides, and all admissions included We start with the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to thousands of ancient artifacts, including statues of famous pharaohs such as Khufu, Khafre, and Ramesses II, offering a great introduction to Ancient Egyptian civilization. Next, we visit the Salah El-Din Citadel, built in the 12th century as a defensive fortress. Inside, we explore the impressive Mosque of Muhammad Ali, known for its Ottoman-style architecture and panoramic views over Cairo. After that, we head to Khan El Khalili Bazaar, one of the oldest traditional markets in the Middle East, where visitors can enjoy shopping, local crafts, and the lively atmosphere of Old Cairo. The tour ends in Old Cairo with a visit to the Hanging Church, one of the oldest Coptic churches in Egypt, built above a Roman fortress and representing Egypt’s Christian heritage.

The Egyptian Museum, Citadel, Khan Khalil Bazaar and Old Cairo

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Coptic Cairo and Cave Church Private Day Tour

Coptic Cairo and Cave Church Private Day Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo

Exploring Islamic and Coptic Christian Cairo without a guide may mean missing some sights and their history, or losing your way. This full-day private tour makes everything easy: covering the highlights and hidden gems of both quarters, including the Abu-Sergah Church and Hanging Church, and the El Sultan Hassan and Amr Ibn Elas mosques. A private air-conditioned vehicle and hotel pickup and drop-off ensure worry-free travel, too.

Day Tour to Coptic and Islamic Cairo

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Cairo Luxury Tours to old Egyptian Museum,Coptic Cairo & Bazaar

Cairo Luxury Tours to old Egyptian Museum,Coptic Cairo & Bazaar

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Full Day Coptic Cairo and Islamic Cairo Private Guided Tour

The best religious tour in Cairo, as you will be able to visit Islamic Cairo, Coptic, and Jewish monuments. The tour’s start time is flexible, but usually the tour starts around 8 AM, takes a duration of eight hours, and ends around 4 PM. This private tour includes Pick up with our air-conditioned vehicles at your requested location, and Drop Off at your requested location. The tour also provides Entry Fees + Taxes Services, Tour Guides with an experience of 15+ years, Lunch, and a bottle of water during the day.

Full Day Coptic Cairo and Islamic Cairo Private Guided Tour

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Private Tour of Coptic Cairo Including Saint Simon Church in Moqqatam

Plunge into the ancient history of Coptic Cairo on a private full-day tour led by a knowledgeable guide. Absorb the historical charm of Old Cairo, an atmospheric enclave home to landmarks like the Hanging Church and the Roman ruins of the Babylon Fortress. Descend to the crypt of an archaic Coptic church; feast on typical Egyptian dishes like Koshary at lunchtime; and head inside the colossal mountain, El Moqqatam, to see the holy inscriptions carved onto the stone walls. Receive undivided attention from your guide on this educational private tour.

Private Tour of Coptic Cairo Including Saint Simon Church in Moqqatam

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Cairo Sightseeing Tour to Citadel & Old Cairo & Cave Church and Islamic Cairo

Explore Cairo and learn about its multifaceted history and culture on this private sightseeing tour of the Egyptian capital. You’ll visit historic Islamic, Jewish, and Coptic sites, enjoy spectacular views from the medieval Citadel, and have lunch at a local restaurant. This full-day tour includes hotel pickup and is a great way to get your bearings in the bustling city. (Food and admission fees are at your own expense).

Cairo Sightseeing Tour to Citadel & Old Cairo & Cave Church and Islamic Cairo

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Tour: Coptic Cairo, The Hanging Church, Abu Serga, Ben Ezra

Discover the historical treasures of the Coptic Christian community on this 3-hour private tour of Coptic Cairo. Travel into this captivating neighborhood, also known as Old Cairo, with your private guide, and visit a medley of early, icon-adorned churches, including the Hanging Church and Abu Serga, where the holy family is said to have found refuge. Learn about Egypt’s rich Coptic heritage, and visit the Coptic Museum, a treasure trove of ancient artifacts that tell the story of this Christian community, one of the world’s oldest.

Private Tour: Coptic Cairo, The Hanging Church, Abu Serga, Ben Ezra

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Half Day Tour to the Churches of Cairo

You will be picked up from the hotel to visit the Coptic Cairo where you can see some churches like the hanging church which dates back to the 7 century built on the top of one of the towers of the Roman fortress. Then you continue to see St George church also built on a tower of the same fortress and has a circular shape. You will explore the Crept Church or St Sergios church which has the cave where the holy family had as a shelter or a hidden place from the Romans at that time. You will visit St Barbara church which was built in the 5th or the 6th century. You will see the unique synagogue in the place of Ben Ezra. According to local folklore, it is located on the site where baby Moses was found. Then you will be driven to see the Monastery of St Simon which has 7 churches the most important are the summer and the winter churches, both were dug in the mountain having the shape of caves.

Half Day Tour to the Churches of Cairo

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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Cairo: Old Coptic City Tour with lunch include

Cairo: Old Coptic City Tour with lunch include

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Half Day Tour To Old Cairo Visit Ben Ezra Synagogue

Start your Half day tour to Old Cairo that Also known as Coptic Cairo which is mean Christian Cairo it has been Recognized as a holy place because some of the locations there has been visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is most felt still; though their stay was brief, for the Governor of what was then Fustat enraged by the tumbling down of idols at Jesus’ approach sought to kill the Child. But they took shelter from his wrath in a cave above which, in later years, the Church of Abu Serga (St Sergius) was built. This and the whole area of the Fort of Babylon is a destination of pilgrimage not only for the Egyptians but for Christians from around the world. An air of piety and devotion pervades the whole district there. in old Cairo, you will be able to visit the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the hanging church, and the old Jewish synagogue – Ben Ezra Synagogue and Khan Al-Khalili bazaar .

Half Day Tour To Old Cairo Visit Ben Ezra Synagogue

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Full day to Coptic Cairo -Cave Church- Coptic Museum

Devote a day to learning about Cairo's Coptic history and community on this private tour of the Coptic area of town. You'll visit the neighborhood’s most important attractions, including the 3rd-century Hanging Church, the Cave Church, and the Church of St. George the Martyr, with time left over to tour the Synagogue Ben Ezra, all with a guide by your side to show you around and provide context.

Private Full day to Coptic Cairo -Cave Church- Coptic Museum

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Old Coptic Cairo Tour

Gain a deeper understanding of the sights of Coptic Cairo than you might if alone—and avoid transport hassles while you're at it—on this small-group tour of this history-steeped quarter of Egypt’s capital. After Cairo hotel pickup, travel to this old enclave, the original home of the city’s Coptic Christians, and enjoy an in-depth, guided look at its must-sees, from the 7th-century Hanging Church to Abu Serga, and the Coptic Museum. A hotel drop-off makes everything super-convenient.

Old Coptic Cairo Tour

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Day Tour of the Giza Pyramids Alabaster Mosque and Hanging Church

Cast your flashlight into Cairo’s ancient, medieval and late Ottoman eras on a private, full-day tour to the Giza pyramids, Hanging Church and Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque. With an Egyptologist guide, explore the 4,500-year-old pyramids, Great Sphinx and Valley Temple at the Giza Plateau. After lunch at a local restaurant, fast-forward to early medieval times at the Hanging Church, one of Egypt’s oldest Coptic churches, famously built above a Roman fortress. Finish at the hilltop Citadel of Saladin to admire the magnificent, 19th-century Alabaster Mosque, a symbol of Ottoman-ruled Cairo.

Private Day Tour of the Giza Pyramids Alabaster Mosque and Hanging Church

8 to 10 minutesFree Cancellation

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Cave Church in Garbage City and Coptic Quarter of Old Cairo.

Spend two days seeing some of Cairo’s most interesting churches on this tour, which does not include accommodation. Get off the beaten path with a visit to the so-called "Garbage City," Zabbaleen, which gets its name because of the community of garbage collectors who live there. Here you'll visit the Monastery of Saint Simon, inside a cave. On your second day, visit Coptic Cairo highlights such as the Hanging Church.

Cave Church in Garbage City and Coptic Quarter of Old Cairo.

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Cairo day tour to old Egyptian Museum Citadel and Old Cairo

Getting around Cairo independently can be hot, sticky, and replete with street hassles. Skip the stress when you book this private door-to-door tour of three essential sights: the Egyptian Museum, the Cairo Citadel, home to the Alabaster Mosque, and Coptic Cairo, with its ancient churches. Choose between four options: car and driver only, car and guide, car, guide, and entry fees, or car, guide, entry fees, and lunch.

Cairo day tour to old Egyptian Museum Citadel and Old Cairo

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa)

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Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa)

The Hanging Church is a must-see for history buffs and travelers interested in Egypt’s religious traditions.
Photography is not allowed inside of the church.
The church has steep stairs and is not wheelchair-accessible.
There is no fee to enter the church.

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