Private Tour to Cave Church of St. Simon
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Overview
Go beyond Cairo's famous monuments and discover a remarkable destination that many visitors never see. This private tour offers an intimate look at the Cave Church of St. Simon, one of the largest churches carved into a mountain, while providing valuable insight into the inspiring story of the Zabaleen community. With a dedicated local guide, private transportation, and a flexible itinerary, you'll have plenty of time to explore, ask questions, and appreciate the site's history, architecture, and spiritual significance without the crowds. It's an enriching experience that reveals a different side of Cairo—one shaped by resilience, faith, and community.
Cairo · 2377 Day Trips · typical ~7,528 EGP · 3,294 EGP — good value
Highlights
- ✦Private tour
- ✦Hotel pickup
What's included
- ✓All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Private English Egyptologist guide
- ✓Entry Fees + Lunch
- ✓Bottle Water
- ✕Tipping
- ✕Any additional request that is not included on the itinerary is Excluded.
Itinerary
- 1Cairo
- 2Manshiyat Naser
- 3Cave Church
- 4Mokattam
- 5Cairo
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?
- All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle · Hotel pickup and drop-off · Private English Egyptologist guide · Entry Fees + Lunch · Bottle Water
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The same experience, compared across platforms.
- Booking.comCheapest2,868 EGP
- Tripadvisor3,264 EGP
- Viator(this listing)3,294 EGP
