Old Coptic Cairo Tour
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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Pickup included
What's included in Old Coptic Cairo Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The Hanging Church
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.
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
Then, take a look at the Ben Ezra Synagogue, once a Christian church,
Inclusions
- All Service charges & taxes.
- Expert English speaking tour guide(If option selected)
- All transportation by air-conditioned van.(If option selected)
- Any extras not mentioned.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
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