Overview
Coptic Cairo Half-Day Tour
All the sites that we are going to visit on our half-day tour of Coptic Cairo are situated in the Old Cairo part which is famous for sheltering the Holy Family at the beginning of Coptic history and fleeing from persecution. Visit Ben Ezra Synagogue, Hanging Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and St. Barbara Church. Do not let this opportunity slip off your hand; book Cairo Half Day Tours now and get a special Coptic Cairo half-day tour to explore most of the attractions in the area of Coptic Cairo Known as Old Cairo.
Your first more day tour in Egypt can start with the Coptic Cairo’s Hanging Church of the Holy Virgin Mary is situated in the Masr Al-Qadima district (Old Cairo); very near to the St. Mina Church next to the Fort of the Roman of the Babylon, Synagogue of Ben Ezra which is one of the oldest known Jewish place of worship in the world and the St. Barbara Church.
In addition to this Also, the Full-day Quad bike at Giza Pyramids & Egyptian Museum and Felucca ride is the best way to visit the prominent landmarks of Cairo and know more about Egyptian civilization.
Coptic Cairo Half-Day Tour
All the sites that we are going to visit on our half-day tour of Coptic Cairo are situated in the Old Cairo part which is famous for sheltering the Holy Family at the beginning of Coptic history and fleeing from persecution. Visit Ben Ezra Synagogue, Hanging Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and St. Barbara Church. Do not let this opportunity slip off your hand; book Cairo Half Day Tours now and get a special Coptic Cairo half-day tour to explore most of the attractions in the area of Coptic Cairo Known as Old Cairo.
Your first more day tour in Egypt can start with the Coptic Cairo’s Hanging Church of the Holy Virgin Mary is situated in the Masr Al-Qadima district (Old Cairo); very near to the St. Mina Church next to the Fort of the Roman of the Babylon, Synagogue of Ben Ezra which is one of the oldest known Jewish place of worship in the world and the St. Barbara Church.
In addition to this Also, the Full-day Quad bike at Giza Pyramids & Egyptian Museum and Felucca ride is the best way to visit the prominent landmarks of Cairo and know more about Egyptian civilization.
Inclusion
- Cairo Top Tours provides transportation services from and back to your accommodation.
- The Cairo Day Tours schedule includes information on entrance prices for each attraction.
- We provide air-conditioned transportation to Old Cairo.
- During your tour of Old Cairo, you will be guided by an Egyptologist who speaks English.
- Enjoy complimentary bottled water during your Coptic Cairo tour.
- If you're interested, I can arrange shopping trips in Cairo.
- This price includes all taxes and service costs.
Exclusion
- Any extras not listed on the schedule.
- Our Egypt Tour costs do not include tipping.
- Personal expenditure.
- Prices do not apply to Christmas and New Year tours in Egypt, as well as Egypt Easter tours.
Itinerary
Start your Cairo Half Day Tours to Coptic Cairo by being picked up from your hotel by our Cairo top tour’s friendly representative and then transferred to Old Cairo to visit the Hanging Church of the Holy Virgin Mary Which is called in Arabic Al-Mu’allaqa, because of the location of its construction in between two towers above Babylon Fortress’s southern gate.
Go on moving and continuing to visit St. Barbara Church, which was originally called Abu Kir and Yohanna (Cyrus and John) – the precious items from this astonishing church are now exhibited in the Coptic Museum. To the Synagogue of Ben Ezra that is in the Said area; it is the oldest Jewish house of worship in Cairo, dating from the 9th century A. D., but occupies the building of an early 4th-century Christian church.
You will then be accompanied by our representative back to your Cairo hotel after your Coptic Cairo Tour is over.
Price
| Number of Persons | Prices |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $90 Per Person |
| 2 - 3 Persons | $60 Per Person |
| 4 - 6 Persons | $45 Per Person |
| 7 - 10 Persons | $40 Per Person |
Start from : $40
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The Hanging Church is renowned for its distinctive architectural style, which combines elements of Coptic, Byzantine, and Islamic architecture. The church is built on top of the southern gatehouse of the Babylon Fortress, and its nave is suspended over the passage, giving it the name "Hanging Church." The exterior of the church features beautiful stone façades with intricate carvings and geometric patterns.
Yes, there are entrance fees for some of the religious sites in Coptic Cairo. The fees can vary depending on the specific site and your nationality. For example, the entrance fee for the Coptic Museum and the Hanging Church may apply. It's advisable to check the latest prices and any applicable discounts before your visit.
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The Holy Family went to Old Cairo and stayed in a secret place underground near a big fortress for three months. The small room they stayed in became a church, and later a bigger church was built on top of it.
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