Why choose this Cairo tour ?
This tour includes visiting many churches located in Old Cairo that will reflect a great image of that epoch when the Holy Family was seeking a safe refuge and they found it in Egypt. Some of the churches are located upon a cave that was a residence for Virgin Mary and Jesus like the Church of Abo Serga, some others are connected to miracles and apparition of Virgin Marry like the Hanging Church. A unique Monastery of St. Simon, located in the Garbage City, will be visited. It is the biggest Monastery in the Middle East which is completely Carved in the mountain. It couldn’t be found elsewhere in the world.
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What makes Half Day Tour to Old Cairo Churches and St. Simon Monastery a unique experience ?
You will have the opportunity to visit the historical churches of Old Cairo that were built during the Roman era which date back to the 4th century AD and the Ben Ezra Synagogue as well. The guide will also show you the Babylon Fortress that was built in the 1st century AD where the Hanging Church was built on two of its towers. After that the guide is going to take you to visit the Monastery of St. Simon the Tanner which is completely carved in Al Mokattam Mountain
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Half Day Tour to Old Cairo Churches and St. Simon Monastery
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Half Day Tour to Old Cairo Churches and St. Simon Monastery Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Entry/Admission-St. Sergius and Bacchus
- Bottled Water
- Entry/Admission- Cave Church
- Entry/Admission- Hanging Church
- An Expert Egyptologist guide
- Entry/Admission- Ben Ezra Synagogue
- Taxes & fees
- Hotel Pickup & drop-off
Not Included
- Gratuities
- The extra charge of pickup from the hotels outside the city $15 per group.
- Insurance
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Egypt Paradise Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Africa/Cairo.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
