Private Coptic Cairo Walking Tour with Egyptologist

Overview

Old Cairo is best seen on foot, in the narrow lanes where Egypt’s Christian story has been kept alive for nearly 2,000 years. On this private walking tour your Egyptologist will lead you through Coptic Cairo, the oldest Christian quarter in the country. As you move through a few quiet, walkable streets you will step into the Hanging Church, suspended over a Roman fortress gate, visit the church where tradition says the Holy Family sheltered, and see the Ben Ezra Synagogue. The pace is slow and the stories are the point. Along the way the route stays gentle and mostly flat, so you can focus on atmosphere and history rather than rushing between sights. Comfortable shoes matter more than anything here. Lunch is included. This experience is ideal if you prefer to soak up a place on foot and value atmosphere and local stories over ticking off a long checklist.

Highlights

• ✦Wheelchair accessible

What's included

Frequently asked questions

How long is this experience?

5 hours - 7 hours

Can I cancel my booking?

Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.

What's included?

Licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guide · Entrance fee to Hanging Church · Entrance fee to Ben Ezra Synagogue · Entrance fee to St Sergius Church · Lunch · All taxes and fees · Hotel pickup and drop-off in private air-conditioned vehicle · Walking tour of the Coptic Quarter