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Holy Day Tour: Coptic Cairo and Saint Simon Church
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From $57.15 per person
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Embark on a captivating journey through a land where three of the world's great religions intersect. Start your exploration in Old Cairo, a city brimming with rich history and spiritual significance. Uncover the Secrets of the Hanging Church, this ancient church offers a mesmerizing glimpse into early Christian architecture and history. Also known as St. Mary or Sitt Mariam, it’s an architectural marvel built into the walls of the Roman fortress. Explore the tranquil surroundings and learn about Simon the Tanner, whose visions led to the establishment of the Tanner Monastery. Just a short distance away, the Cave Church is a breathtaking example of spiritual resilience. Carved directly into the rock, this church is one of the largest in the world. Discover the layers of history, faith, and culture that define Old Cairo on this unforgettable exploration of sacred sites.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Explore the country of three religions (JudaismChristianityIslam)
- Admire Egypt's iconic landmarks like Simon the Tanner Monastery & The Hanging Church
- Pass by Mokattam, a site of pilgrimage and a symbol of faith and resilience
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
Start your private holy day tour to visit the oldest churches in Egypt. The guide will meet you at your hotel then, you will be transported by an air-conditioned coach to visit the Coptic area where you can see the church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the Hanging church and the old Jewish synagogue-Ben Ezra. You will then be taken to Moqatem to visit the important church Simon the Tanner (fl. 10th century), also known as Saint Simon the Shoemaker (Sam'ān al-Kharrāz) Simon the Tanner lived towards the end of the tenth century and many Coptic Christians in Egypt, who were also engaged in handicrafts. Saint Simon worked in tanning, a craft known there to this day. This profession involved other crafts that depended on the process, from when Simon carried several titles related to skins: Tanner, Cobbler, Shoemaker. The tour ends here and you will then be transferred back to your hotel.
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Cairo
Local Flavor at The Monastery of Saint Simon.
Continued
Cairo
Local Flavor at Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church (Abu Serga).
Continued
Cairo
Local Flavor at The Hanging Church.
Continued
Cairo
Sightseeing at Mokattam.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off Local taxes Air-conditioned vehicle Multilingual Egyptologist tour guide
Not Included
Tips and gratuity
What to Bring
Camera Sunglasses Water Bottle Sunscreen & Hat Bag for Essentials Passport required Public transportation nearby Comfortable clothing & footwear
Restrictions
Not suitable for pets Infant seats unavailable Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Meeting & Pickup
We pick up all travelers from Hotels, Hostels, Inns, Motels, and private apartments in Cairo-Giza and 6th October City
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic
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