Embark on a private tour of Coptic Cairo and discover ancient churches, including the Cave Church of St. Simon. Explore the Monastery of Saint Simon and the Cathedral of Virgin Mary, and delve into the history of Old Coptic Cairo. Book now!
Embark on a private tour of Coptic Cairo and discover ancient churches, including the Cave Church of St. Simon. Explore the Monastery of Saint Simon and the Cathedral of Virgin Mary, and delve into the history of Old Coptic Cairo. Book now!
- Cave Church - Our tour guide will meet you at the hotel lobby at 09:00 AM, then transfer to visit the Monastery of Saint Simon, also known as the Cave Church of Zabbaleen, that dates back to the ten century AD for Saint Simon the tanner, It is located in the Mokattam Mountain, and it is cut in the native rock of the mountain to be the biggest…
- Cave Church - Our tour guide will meet you at the hotel lobby at 09:00 AM, then transfer to visit the Monastery of Saint Simon, also known as the Cave Church of Zabbaleen, that dates back to the ten century AD for Saint Simon the tanner, It is located in the Mokattam Mountain, and it is cut in the native rock of the mountain to be the biggest Church in Egypt and the middle east, a short drive through the so called “Garbage City’ – a large population of garbage collectors or Zabbaleen that live there.
- Coptic Cairo - Then you will go to Old Coptic Cairo it is one of the oldest areas in Cairo the stronghold of the Christianity, it is so holy place since it witnessed the holy family existence during their journey in Cairo to visit the Hanging Church of virgin Marry that built on the top of Babylon fort, then you will visit Saint George Church that built in the name of Saint George in the tenth century by Coptic scribes then you will see the Cavern Church of Sergious and Bakhus the two roman martyrs and Ben Ezra synagogue the oldest one in Cairo then you will have lunch at nice restaurant then you will be transferred back to the hotel.
- Tour guide
- Entry/Admission - Old Cairo
- Entry/Admission - Cave Church
- Entrance fees
- Pick up services from your hotel & return
- Local Lunch
- All transfers by modern air conditioned vehicle from your hotel in Cairo
- Tour guide
- Entry/Admission - Old Cairo
- Entry/Admission - Cave Church
- Entrance fees
- Pick up services from your hotel & return
- Local Lunch
- All transfers by modern air conditioned vehicle from your hotel in Cairo
- Any extras
- Tipping
- Any extras
- Tipping
In the morning, you’ll be picked up from your Cairo hotel to visit the Monastery of Saint Simon, also known as the Cave Church of Zabbaleen. Located in the Mokattam Mountain, it’s a short drive through the area known as “Garbage City,” home to a large community of garbage collectors, or Zabbaleen. Your first stop will be Saint Simon the Tanner Hall and…
In the morning, you’ll be picked up from your Cairo hotel to visit the Monastery of Saint Simon, also known as the Cave Church of Zabbaleen. Located in the Mokattam Mountain, it’s a short drive through the area known as “Garbage City,” home to a large community of garbage collectors, or Zabbaleen. Your first stop will be Saint Simon the Tanner Hall and St. Mark’s Church.
This enormous cave was discovered in 1974. The upper level, known as St. Simon the Tanner Hall, can seat 2,000 people for spiritual gatherings. The walls are adorned with beautiful engravings depicting scenes from the Bible.
Next, you’ll visit the Cathedral of Virgin Mary and St. Simon the Tanner. Following that, you’ll explore Old Coptic Cairo, where you’ll see ancient Coptic churches, the oldest synagogue of Ben Ezra, and the place where the prophet Moses once lived. After the tour, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
