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Overview
Discover the spiritual heart of Cairo on this immersive Old Coptic Cairo private tour, where history, faith, and architecture come together in one of the oldest inhabited areas of the city. This carefully designed experience takes you through the most important Christian and Jewish landmarks in Egypt, along with a rarely visited hidden monastery carved into the mountain, offering a unique and authentic cultural journey.
You will explore the legendary Hanging Church, walk through the oldest alleys of Old Cairo, visit the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue, and step inside the sacred Cavern Church. The tour concludes with a visit to a secluded monastery hidden within the rock formations, a place few travelers ever get to see.
This tour is ideal for travelers interested in religious heritage, early Christianity, ancient communities, and hidden historical gems.
Tour Info
- Duration: 8 Hours
- Departure time and location: At 08:00 AM, from the lobby of your hotel.
- Return time and location: At 05:00 PM to at the lobby of your hotel.
Tour Highlights
- Visit the iconic Hanging Church, one of the oldest Christian churches in Egypt.
- Walk through the oldest alleyways in Old Coptic Cairo, rich with history and tradition.
- Explore the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue, a landmark of Jewish heritage in Egypt.
- Enter the sacred Cavern Church, believed to have sheltered the Holy Family.
- Discover a hidden monastery carved into the mountain, offering a rare and peaceful spiritual experience.
What to Expect
- An in-depth cultural and religious tour of Old Coptic Cairo led by a professional Egyptologist.
- Visits to key Christian and Jewish landmarks in one compact historical district.
- Access to lesser-known and hidden sites rarely included in standard Cairo tours.
- A relaxed private tour pace with time for reflection, photography, and exploration.
- Insightful historical explanations about early Christianity, Judaism, and Islamic-era Cairo.
More About Old Coptic Cairo Special tour including the hidden monastery.
- Dress Code: Smart casual clothes are recommended.
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
- Camera or smartphone for photos
- Cash for souvenirs or personal expenses
Itinerary
According to the pick-up time, your tour guide will be waiting for you in the lobby of your accommodation to transfer you to visit the below sights.
After finishing the visit, you will be transported back to your accommodation.
Old Coptic Cairo
Visit the Hanging Church, Babylon Fortress, the Cavern Church, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue, each a significant site in Coptic Cairo’s rich heritage.
Samaan el-Kharaz Monastery
Visit the Samaan el-Kharaz Monastery, a hidden gem carved into the mountain, offering a serene and historic glimpse into Egypt’s monastic life.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Meeting and assistance services at all destinations
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Licensed and private Egyptologist tour guide
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
- Unlimited bottled water provided in the private vehicle
- All local taxes and service charges included
- Fully private guided tour
Exclusions
- Any Extra Attractions Not Listed
- Food and beverage
- Any Private Expenses
- Tipping
Current Season Price Details
10%Please Note that price changes per season, so the price will depend on the date you pick when check out
| # | Price |
|---|---|
| Solo Adult | $ 188 /per adult $ 209 |
| Group of (2-3) Adults | $ 129 /per adult $ 143 |
| Group of (4-6) Adults | $ 119 /per adult $ 132 |
| Group of (7-10) Adults | $ 109 /per adult $ 121 |
| Group of (11-more) Adults | $ 101 /per adult $ 112 |
| Child [age:6-11] | $ 40 /per child $ 44 |
| Infant [age:0-5] | $ 0 /per infant $ 0 |
| Student | $ 100 /per student $ 111 |
Deposit
100 % of the total booking amount
Extra Fees
Extra 15 USD per Head pick up from Airport Hotels, New Cairo, Nasr City 6th of October Heliopolis.
Lunch (Optional to be selected)
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