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Overview
Discover the mesmerizing allure of the Cave Church Of Saint Simon And Garbage City, a unique tourist spot that showcases a blend of captivating history and unconventional lifestyle. Located on the outskirts of Cairo, Egypt, this destination is a tapestry of extraordinary narratives woven into the heart of the Mokattam mountain. The Cave Church of Saint Simon, a marvellous symbol of architecture and faith is carved directly into the mountain, reflecting the spirit of resilience and devotion of Cairo’s Zabbaleen community. Beyond the church lies Garbage City, an area of intricate alleyways that pulsates with the rhythm of a functional, self-contained recycling hub. Explore the Cave Church Of Saint Simon And Garbage City to gain a profound insight into a unique, resilient lifestyle hidden away from conventional tourism.
What's included
Bottled Water
All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Professional guide
Entry Fees
Tipping
What to expect
Cave Church
3h · Admission ticket not included
At 8:00 am you need to be ready at the lobby area of your hotel in Cairo. you will find your expert tour guide holding a sign of your name. At the first you will visit to the "Cave Church" in Egypt which is one of the largest churches in the country, a place where 70,000-plus Christians gather every week to worship and praise Jesus -- a place that's home to one of the world's oldest Christian communities. The cave, also known as the Monastery of Saint Simon, is located in the Mokattam mountain in southeastern Cairo, in an area known as "garbage city" due to the large population of garbage collectors, or Zabbaleen, that live there.
3h · Admission ticket not included
The Zabbaleen are descendants of farmers who started migrating from Upper Egypt to Cairo in the 1940s. Fleeing poor harvests and poverty they came to the city looking for work and set-up makeshift settlements around the city. Initially, they stuck to their tradition of raising pigs, goats, chickens and other animals, but eventually found collecting and sorting of waste produced by the city residents more profitable. The Zabbaleen sort through household garbage, salvaging and selling things of value, while the organic waste provides an excellent source of food for their animals. In fact, this arrangement worked so well, that successive waves of migrants came from Upper Egypt to live and work in the newly founded garbage villages of Cairo,
At the end of the Tour, you will be transferred back to your Hotel
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Cairo
Meeting point
6th of October City, Egypt
Meeting point
Giza
Meeting point
Giza
Meeting point
Giza
Meeting point
Giza
Meeting point
Cairo
End point
Cairo
End point
6th of October City, Egypt
End point
Giza
End point
Giza
End point
Giza
End point
Giza
End point
Cairo
Pickup details
As per confirmed pickup time you will find our tour guide waiting for you and he will hold a sign showing our company name
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Entrance fees -Depending on the Tour Options Chosen
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
