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🏛️ Cultural & Historic· 📍 Cairo, Egypt

Private Half Day Tour to Old Cairo Churches St Simon Monastery

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Private Half Day Tour to Old Cairo Churches St Simon Monastery

Overview

Step back in time and explore the spiritual heart of Cairo on this unforgettable Half-Day Tour to Old Cairo Churches and St. Simon Monastery. Travel with your expert guide through Coptic Cairo, home to some of the oldest Christian churches in Egypt. Visit the iconic Hanging Church, suspended above a Roman fortress gate, and the sacred Abu Serga Church, believed to have sheltered the Holy Family. Admire the rich history and stunning architecture of the Ben Ezra Synagogue, a treasure of Jewish heritage. Then, venture to Mokattam Mountain to discover the extraordinary St. Simon the Tanner Monastery, carved into the rock with breathtaking biblical carvings and home to one of Cairo’s largest churches. Along the way, immerse yourself in fascinating stories, cultural insights, and hidden gems that most tourists never see. This is more than sightseeing—it’s a journey through faith, history, and local life that you’ll never forget.

How this compares

Cairo · 5282 Cultural & Historic · typical ~4,081 EGP · 5,524 EGPpremium pick

Highlights

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What's included

  • St Sergius and Bacchus entry ticket
  • St Simon Monastery entry ticket
  • Cave Church entry ticket
  • Hanging Church entry ticket
  • Ben Ezra Synagogue entry ticket
  • Skip-the-line tickets
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water and snacks
  • Egyptologist guide
  • Gratuities

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What's included?
St Sergius and Bacchus entry ticket · St Simon Monastery entry ticket · Cave Church entry ticket · Hanging Church entry ticket · Ben Ezra Synagogue entry ticket · Skip-the-line tickets · Hotel pickup and drop-off · Bottled water and snacks · Egyptologist guide

Reviews

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marionas757
★★★★★
Jun 2026

Amazing Old Cairo Churches Tour! We had a wonderful experience exploring the churches of Old Cairo. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the history and culture of the area. We visited beautiful historic churches, learned fascinating stories, and had plenty of time to take photos and enjoy the atmosphere. The tour was well organized, comfortable, and informative from start to finish. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Cairo who wants to discover its rich Christian heritage and hidden gems. Thank you for such a memorable experience!

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F817KDashleys
★★★★★
Jun 2026

My tour guide, Hosny, was incredibly knowledgeable and shared fascinating insights throughout the tour. He truly went above and beyond to make the day special and memorable. Not only was he an excellent guide, but he was also a fantastic photographer who captured amazing photos that I’ll cherish forever. The churches were absolutely beautiful, rich in history, and unlike anything I’ve seen before. I highly recommend including them in your Egypt itinerary…they are definitely worth visiting!!! Thank you, Hosny, for making this such a wonderful experience in Egypt⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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pedrosI4444FI
★★★★★
Jun 2026

100% recommended. Very interesting visit all in one site. Amazing to learn how three cultures have shared history in Cairo. Hosny explanations will be unforgettable.

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wenisilvianij
★★★★★
Dec 2025

I had an incredible tour with Hosny today! He is extremely knowledgeable, kind, and respectful. He was so patient while I took photos and very accommodating throughout the entire experience. I felt well taken care of and truly enjoyed the tour. Highly, highly recommend!

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josied779
★★★★★
Oct 2025

We visited Coptic churches and Hosny explained each churches how the family of Jesus traveled to Egypt and moved from one place to another He showed the map route they took

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577gianr
★★★★★
Aug 2025

Hosni is, like many Egyptian tour guides extremely knowledgable and a big asset. However, his charisma, care, and kindness are unmatched. Thanks to him, I had a wonderful time on my tour.

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