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Coptic Cairo Tour ( St.Simon,Hanging church,st. Sergius church) 20% OFF
Cairo, Egypt
$112
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
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Overview
The Cairo Religious Heritage Tour offers an immersive journey through the city’s profound religious history. This guided experience showcases notable landmarks, including the UNESCO-listed treasures nestled in the East of old Cairo.
- 🕌 Visit iconic churches, including the Hanging Church, dedicated to the Virgin Mary and built atop the Water Gate of Roman Babylon.
- ⛪ Explore the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus, believed to be the site where Joseph, Mary, and baby Jesus resided during their time in Egypt.
- 🏰 Discover the hidden Cave Church, also known as St. Simon the Tanner Monastery, carved out of the Mokattam mountain by local Coptic Orthodox garbage collectors.
- 📚 Benefit from insights provided by a knowledgeable English-speaking tour guide throughout your experience.
- 🚗 Enjoy private transportation in comfortable vehicles like KIA Cerato, Hyundai HD, or Nissan, with convenient pickup included.
- 💧 Stay refreshed with complimentary bottled water provided during the tour.
- 💼 All fees and taxes are included, ensuring a hassle-free experience.
- 🎟️ Gratuities are included, allowing you to relax and enjoy the tour without worrying about additional costs.
- 👶 Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, making the tour accessible for families.
- 🚌 Public transportation options are available nearby for additional convenience.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
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KIA cerato,Hyundai HD, Nissan
Pickup included
KIA cerato,Hyundai HD, Nissan
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Qualified tour guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- Any meals
Meeting point
In-front of the main Entrance
Return details
In-front of the main Entrance
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The Hanging ChurchDedicated to the Virgin Mary, the Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa), which is still in use, is called the Hanging or Suspended Church as it is built on top of the Water Gate of Roman Babylon. Steep stairs lead from the forecourt to a 19th -century façade topped by twin bell towers.
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Church of St. Sergius and BacchusAbu Serga (Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus) is a Coptic Christian church situated in the Coptic Quarter of Cairo. Dedicated to the saints, Sergius and Bacchus, it is most famous due to the belief that it was built on the site where Joseph, Mary and baby Jesus resided during their time in Egypt.
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Synagogue Ben EzraBen Ezra Synagogue used to be a Christian place of worship by the name of El-Shamieen Church and according to a legend, the building was built on the exact spot where Moses was found as a baby in his basket. However, when the Coptic Christians owning it weren’t able to pay the annual taxes imposed by the Muslim rulers any longer, they had to sell the church. It was sold to Abraham Ben Ezra, who purchased the building in 882 AD for 20,000 dinars and turned it into a Jewish synagogue
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Cave ChurchFormally known as St. Simon the Tanner Monastery, Cairo’s vast Cave Church pays tribute to a miracle St. Simon (also written St. Samaan or St. Simeon) is believed to have performed. The city’s Coptic Orthodox Christian garbage collectors (Zabbaleen) dug the church out of the Mokattam mountain during the 1970s.
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Coptic Cairo Tour ( St.Simon,Hanging church,st. Sergius church) 20% OFF
Cairo, Egypt
$112
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!