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Visiting Cairo Churches: Half-Day Guided Tour

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Visiting Cairo Churches: Half-Day Guided Tour
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Overview

Witness the UNESCO-listed treasures of Cairo on a captivating small-group tour that focuses on the city's historic churches. Venture into Coptic Cairo, where you'll discover the renowned Hanging Church, an architectural marvel suspended above the ground. Explore the remarkable Cave Church, an underground sanctuary, and visit the equally impressive Church of Santa Barbara. Continue your journey through history at the Church of Saint Sergius, where you'll learn about Cairo's rich religious heritage and its significance. This small-group tour offers an intimate and immersive experience, allowing you to delve into the religious history and heritage of Cairo's historic churches. Book now and marvel at the UNESCO-listed treasures that reveal the deep cultural tapestry of the city.

How this compares

Cairo · 2421 Day Trips · typical ~7,598 EGP · 16,166 EGPpremium pick

Highlights

  • Private tour
  • Hotel pickup

What's included

  • Entry/Admission - Coptic Orthodox Church of St. George (Mari Girgis)
  • Entry/Admission - Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus
  • Entry/Admission - Cave Church
  • Entry/Admission - Church of St. Barbara
  • Entry/Admission - Synagogue Ben Ezra
  • Entry/Admission - Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary)
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tipping

Itinerary

  1. 1
    The Hanging Church
  2. 2
    Synagogue Ben Ezra
  3. 3
    Church of St. Barbara
  4. 4
    Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus
  5. 5
    St. Simon "The Tanner" Monastery

Frequently asked questions

How long is this experience?
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Can I cancel my booking?
Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
What's included?
Entry/Admission - Coptic Orthodox Church of St. George (Mari Girgis) · Entry/Admission - Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus · Entry/Admission - Cave Church · Entry/Admission - Church of St. Barbara · Entry/Admission - Synagogue Ben Ezra · Entry/Admission - Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary) · Professional guide · Hotel pickup and drop-off · Air-conditioned vehicle
16,166 EGP/ per person
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