Cave Church of Saint Simon and Hidden Churches of Old Cairo
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Overview
Visit El Mokattam Mountain Cave Church, or the Monastery of St Simon, on a private tour that also explores the magnificent churches of Coptic Cairo. You’ll see some of Cairo’s most important Christian sites, including the Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church, the Church of Saint Barbara, and the Hanging Church, while going beyond sightseeing for a glimpse of ‘garbage city,’ a fascinating Cairo neighborhood that most visitors overlook entirely.Private tour ensures personalized service Included lunch and entrance fees mean no extra tour costs Enjoy the comfort and security of traveling by private vehicle Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo
Giza · 162 Day Trips · typical ~6,894 EGP · 1,757 EGP — good value
What's included
- ✓Tourguide
- ✓Bottle of water
- ✓Lunch ( if booked all inclusive)
- ✓Entrance fees
- ✓Comfortable & private car
- ✓Private tour
- ✕Tipping
Itinerary
- 1Coptic Cairo
- 2St Simon the Tanner Monastery
- 3Coptic Church of St. Barbara
- 4The Hanging Church
- 5Synagogue Ben Ezra
Frequently asked questions
- How long is this experience?
- 4-6h
- Can I cancel my booking?
- Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
- What's included?
- Tourguide · Bottle of water · Lunch ( if booked all inclusive) · Entrance fees · Comfortable & private car · Private tour
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