Islamic and Christian Cairo Day Tour

Cairo, Egypt
Duration6h
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LanguagesArabic, English, Spanish
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Overview

Discover the rich history and cultural diversity of Cairo with our Day Tour to Islamic and Christian Cairo. Immerse yourself in the architectural wonders of Islamic landmarks like the Citadel of Saladin and the Sultan Hassan Mosque, before exploring the spiritual significance of Christian sites such as the Hanging Church and the Cave Church. This guide on site tour offers a unique opportunity to witness the harmonious coexistence of two major religious traditions in one captivating city.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Guide on site
  • Bottled water
  • Entry Fees
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Coptic Church of St. Barbara
    2h
    The Coptic Orthodox Church of St. Barbara (Coptic: ϯⲉⲕⲕⲗⲏⲥⲓⲁ ⲛⲧⲉ ϯⲁⲅⲓⲁ ⲃⲁⲣⲃⲁⲣⲁ or Sitt Barbara) (Arabic: كنيسة بربارة, romanized: Kanīsat Barbāra) is one of the many famous Coptic Orthodox parishes that can be found in the district of Coptic Cairo. The building is located on the eastern part of the Babylon Fortress and is one of the oldest buildings in Cairo, dating back to the 5th or 6th century AD.[2] However, like many other buildings of Coptic architecture, it was rebuilt several times, most notably by the end of the 11th century.[3]
  2. The Hanging Church
    2h
    Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church (Coptic: ϯⲉⲕⲕⲗⲏⲥⲓⲁ ⲛ̀ⲧⲉⲑⲉⲟⲇⲟⲕⲟⲥ ϯⲁⲅⲓⲁ ⲙⲁⲣⲓⲁ ϧⲉⲛ ⲃⲁⲃⲩⲗⲟⲛ ⲛ̀ⲭⲏⲙⲓ Church of Mother of God Saint Mary in Egyptian Babylon), also known as the Hanging Church (Arabic: الكنيسة المعلقة, romanized: al-Kanīsa al-Muʿallaqa, Coptic: ϯⲉⲕⲕⲗⲏⲥⲓⲁ ⲉⲥⲓϣⲓ), is one of the oldest churches in Egypt which dates to the third century.[1] It belongs to the Coptic Orthodox Church of Alexandria.
  3. Synagogue Ben Ezra
    2h
    The Ben Ezra Synagogue (Hebrew: בית כנסת בן עזרא; Arabic: معبد بن عزرا), sometimes referred to as the El-Geniza Synagogue (Hebrew: בית כנסת אל גניזה) or the Synagogue of the Levantines (al-Shamiyin),[1][a] is a former Jewish congregation and synagogue, located in the Fustat part of Old Cairo, Egypt. According to local folklore, it is located on the site where baby Moses was found.[3]

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Coptic Church of St. Barbara
Cairo, 11511, Egypt
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Coptic Church of St. Barbara
Cairo, 11511, Egypt
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Pickup details

You will find our tour guide in the lobby area holding a sign showing the customer's 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

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