Coptic, Islamic Cairo and the old market

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Stop At: Coptic Cairo, Cairo Egypt

start your full day tour visiting Old Cairo, known as Christian Coptic Cairo which is among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is most felt still; though their stay was brief, for the Governor of what was then Fustat enraged by the tumbling down of idols at Jesus' approach sought to kill the Child. But they took shelter from his wrath in a cave above which, in later years, the Church of Abu Serga (St Sergious) was built. This, and the whole area of the Fort of Babylon, is a destination of pilgrimage not only for the Egyptians but for Christians from around the world. An air of piety and devotion pervades the whole district there. Also There you will be able to visit and enter the Church of Abu-Sergah and, the Hanging Church, and the Old Jewish synagogue - Ben Ezra Synagogue.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Islamic Cairo, Midan Silah ad-Din, Cairo 11511 Egypt

start your full day tour visiting Old Cairo, known as Christian Coptic Cairo which is among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family where the spiritual impact of their presence is most felt still; though their stay was brief, for the Governor of what was then Fustat enraged by the tumbling down of idols at Jesus' approach sought to kill the Child. But they took shelter from his wrath in a cave above which, in later years, the Church of Abu Serga (St Sergious) was built. This, and the whole area of the Fort of Babylon, is a destination of pilgrimage not only for the Egyptians but for Christians from around the world. An air of piety and devotion pervades the whole district there. Also There you will be able to visit and enter the Church of Abu-Sergahand, St. Barbara, the Hanging Church, and the Old Jewish synagogue - Ben Ezra Synagogue.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Khan Al-Khalili, Cairo Egypt

visit the oldest market in the city khan alkhalili bazaar with all the narrow streets and old cafe shops.

At the end of the Tour you will be transferred back to your Hotel.


Duration: 2 hours

Included
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Bottled water
Not included
  • entrance fees
  • Gratuities
  • Entry/Admission - Islamic Cairo
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
80% Cultural
70%