Half-day Tour in Churches of Cairo
This 5-hour tour will take you to the most famous Churches in the city of Cairo. Explore old Coptic Cairo with its famous Hanging Church, in addition to other renowned churches such as the Church of Santa Barbara, the Church of Saint George and the Church of Saint Serguis. You will be accompanied by a professional guide.
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Coptic Cairo Half day tour
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What's included in Half-day Tour in Churches of Cairo
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Coptic Cairo
Advancing through the alleyways of the old city, you'll get the chance to visit the Church of Saint Sergius and the Church of Santa Barbara, before continuing on to the Ben Ezra Synagogue and Saint Simon's Church, which is carved into Mokattam Hills.
The Hanging Church
You will be picked up by a professional guide, who will then drive you through the narrow lanes of Old Cairo to get to the southern fringes, where Coptic Cairo is located. Hanging Church of the Virgin Mary, located on top of the water gate. The church dates from 7th century. It has magnificent dark interiors with cedar paneling, with wooden ark ceiling and a marble pulpit supported by 12 pillars.
Church of St. Barbara
The church of St. Barbara is among the churches of Old Cairo of historic importance. It was originally dedicated to St. Cyrus and St. John who were worshipped for their healing powers. A small church at the northeastern corner of the building commemorates these two martyrs.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Insurance
- The extra charge of Pick up from the hotels and points outside the city
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Friday due to morning prayers and mass pick up time will be 10.00 am
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Additional Information
- Centrally located Cairo and Giza hotels - Due to the church services on Fridays and Sundays, the pick up time will be 10.00 am from Centrally located hotels on those days only.
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• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Not wheelchair accessible Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
