Holy Day Tour: Coptic Cairo, Saint Simon Church and Virgin Mary tree
Overview
Your expert Coptic knowledge guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza with a private air-conditioned vehicle for a spiritual day tour that includes visits to the Virgin’s Tree and Al Moallaqa (The Suspended Church).
- 🚐 A visit to the Virgin Mary washed her garments tree in Matareya, known as Virgin’s Tree, where a balsam tree sprouted.
- ⛪ The tour continues to the Hanging Church, built on the remains of the Roman fortress of Babylon, featuring a wood carving representing Jesus Christ entering Jerusalem.
- 🖼️ The Hanging Church houses about ninety rare icons of Basilican style.
- 🍽️ Lunch is optional and can be added after visiting Abu Serga Church, located near the Coptic Museum.
- ⛰️ After a 20-minute drive to Mokattam Mountain, enjoy spiritual time at St. Simon Church, also known as Cave Church.
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Pickup included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- fuel
- All Fees and Taxes
- Egyptologist and experienced Egyptian private tour leader
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Gratuities
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