Christian Cairo full day tour with private guide

Cairo, Egypt's capital and Africa's second largest city, blends eastern charm with a Mediterranean flavor as a melting pot where antiquities belonging to pharaonic dynasties, Graeco-Roman civilization, Christians and Islamic landmarks co-exist. If you are visiting Egypt, you can't miss this Coptic full-day tour which gives you the chance to explore Christian monuments in Egypt, including the anticque churches in Old Cairo.

Your private guide will pick you up from your hotel in a private air conditioned minivan to start an unforgettable day tour, from Al Moallaqa (the suspended Church) or the hanging church which was built on the remains of the Roman fortress of Babylon where you will see a wooden carving representing Jesus Christ entering Jerusalem among the ninety rare icons of Basilican style foundinside.

Next, you will visit the fourth-century Abu Serga Church, which lies near the Coptic Museum and on top of the cave that the Holy family used as the shelter on their flight from Herod to Egypt. It is said that this church gives special blessings to its visitors.

The Church of the Virgin dates back to the 8th century is known for its three altars and contains precious icons.

Next, you will visit the sacred Virgin Tree in Mataria to see the still green 2000 year-old tree that is still green that the Holy family rested next to during their journey from Rafah to Sinai to Mataria when they were escaping Herod.

Next, enjoy lunch at local restaurant where you will sample delcious local food before completing your tour by visiting the church of Saint Simon the Tanner in Mokatam.

Incluso nel prezzo

• All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees included
• Lunch included
• Qualified tour guide
• Pick up and drop off (Cairo or Giza Hotels only)
• Private car

Durata

8 ore

Orari di aperture

Daily

Non incluso nel prezzo

• Gratuities
• Any extras you choose to purchase