Activity Cairo, Egypt

Old Coptic Cairo Tour

4.8 (5 reviews) 4–5 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Marvel at the most important cultural and historical sites in Coptic Cairo on a full-day tour. Walk past the impressive Hanging Church, Coptic Museum and more.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Arabic, German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Ramasside Tours

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All Service charges & taxes.
Included: Expert English speaking tour guide(If option selected)
Included: All transportation by air-conditioned van.(If option selected)

Not included

Not included: Any extras not mentioned.

Itinerary

The Hanging Church

one hour

Your Tour guide will be waiting you at hotel lobby . They will be holding a sign of your name, You do not need to look for them – they will be waiting for you and will find you.

Then, move to visit the old Coptic Cairo. This colorful quarter is the original home of the Coptic Christians, one of the worlds oldest Christian denominations. Stop to see the Hanging Church, aka St Virgin Mary Church. Built in the 7th century, this old church takes its name from its location: sited above a gateway in the old Roman fortress. Admire the courtyard and interior with its screens, marble pulpit and icons, and hear about its long history.
Stop 2

30 min

Next, after a visit to the Monastery and Church of St George, an early 20th-century church that is the only round church in Egypt, call at Abu Serga, a 5th-century Coptic Church. View the 24 interior columns and 12th-century icons on the walls, and learn how the church stands where the holy family is thought to have stayed during their flight into Egypt from Israel King Herod
Synagogue Ben Ezra

30 min

Then, take a look at the Ben Ezra Synagogue, once a Christian church,
The Coptic Museum

one hour Admission included

, before finishing your tour at the Coptic Museum, located in one of Coptic Cairo oldest areas. See some of the 16,000 ancient artifacts on display, including precious icons and books that illustrate the history of Egypt Coptic community.

At the end, you will be transferred back to your hotel.