Top Western Desert Religious Tours

Spare yourself the street harassment that so often goes with independent Cairo tourism and benefit from the insights of an Egyptologist guide on this tour of Old Cairo. Visit the Hanging Church, the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, the Church of St. Barbara, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue. Then discover Islamic Cairo at the Citadel, the Mosque of Amr ibn al-As, and the Alabaster Mosque.

Delve into Islamic Cairo—the area of the city with the most Islamic sights—without any worries about transportation or getting lost on this half-day private tour. Soak in the bustling scenes as you travel between the sites by private car, and visit the Saladin Citadel, Muhammad Ali Mosque, Khan El Khalili bazaar, and more, all with a guide to provide background and insight.

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.

Visit two of the world’s oldest Coptic monasteries, St. Anthony’s and St. Paul’s, and Egypt’s Red Sea mountains, all in one day on a private 10-hour trip from Cairo. Venture into the Eastern Desert hills, and explore the 4th- and 5th-century monasteries independently. View frescoes, icons and manuscripts as you stroll around the churches and grounds, and learn the stories of both saints. Entrance fees, lunch and private transport included.

Embark on a private journey through the diverse religious heritage of Cairo. Explore the historic landmarks that shape Islamic and Christian Cairo, from iconic mosques to ancient churches. Immerse yourself in the spiritual significance of sites like the Citadel of Saladin and the Hanging Church. This personalized tour offers a unique insight into the religious tapestry of Cairo, showcasing its rich history and cultural diversity.

Navigating Old Cairo without a guide can be hectic. Soak up the atmosphere without the hassle on this door-to-door private tour that focuses on Cairo’s Christian heritage. Visit the 7th-century Hanging Church then tour the crypt where some believe Mary, Joseph, and Jesus rested below the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus. Finally, explore the Ben Ezra Synagogue before enjoying a local restaurant lunch.

Experience the highlights of Cairo with none of the street hassles on this convenient private tour, which covers impressive ground in just one day. Start with a tour of the Egyptian Museum, then explore the Alabaster Mosque and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Discover Coptic Cairo—the Hanging Church, Ben Ezra Synagogue, the Church of St. Barbara, and the Church of Abu Serga—before you return to your hotel.

A Guided on site Tour to Pyramids, Sphinx, Islamic and Christian Cairo Immerse yourself in a journey back in time with our captivating guide on site tour. Discover the awe-inspiring pyramids, and stand spellbound in front of the enigmatic Sphinx. Marvel at the iconic stones and relive the tales of ancient pharaohs and gods. The tour extends to unfold the cultural layers of Islamic and Christian Cairo, presenting both the religious harmony and architectural splendor the city has to offer. Soar in the rich history, and come back enlightened from a tour designed to provide you with an unforgettable experience.

After breakfast in our hotel in Cairo or Giza we will pick you up at 8 am to travel to St. Catherine, passing by the most interesting places have been visited during the Exodus from Egypt, arriving at Saint Catherine Monastery Guest House at noon time, Check in our room, Relaxing, Dinner and Overnight in Guest House, by early morning to hike the Moses Mountain to enjoy the sunrise from the mountaintop, After breakfast you can visit The Monastery Churches and its Museums then back to Cairo.

You will be picked up from your hotel and will explore some Islamic sites of Al ElBayt in Cairo You will visit the Mausoleum and the Mosque of Imam ElShafi. The Mausoleum of Imam al-Shafi’i is a mausoleum dedicated to Imam Al-Shafi’i, one of the four Sunni Imams who founded the Shafi’i Sunni Islamic school of jurisprudence. Located at the Imam Shafi’i Street in the City of the Dead, Cairo, the mausoleum is a hallmark of Ayyubid style architecture and historical significance. Then you will explore the Mosque of ElSayyida Nafisa. It is built to commemorate Sayyida Nafisa, an acclaimed Islamic scholar and member of the bayt (household) of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. The mosque has Sayyida Nafisa's mausoleum inside. Along with the necropolis around it, it is listed as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Historic Cairo. Then you will visit ElSayyida Sakina Mosque. Mosque of Sayyida Sakina Bent El Husein is one of the popular placed in Cairo.Then you will visit Khan Elkhalili Market