Half-Day Coptic Cairo Tour Visit Hanging Church St Sergius Church and Ben-Ezra Synagogue
Highlights
Cairo
cultural, historical, sightseeing
Private Tour
6 Hours
Easy
French
Description
Explore the historic Coptic Cairo on a full-day tour, visiting the Hanging Church, the Church of St. Sergius, the Church of St. Barbara, and the Ben-Ezra Synagogue. Learn about the rich Christian and Jewish heritage of the area as you discover ancient landmarks, including beautifully preserved churches, crypts, and the oldest Jewish synagogue in Egypt.
Itinerary
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Itinerary for Coptic Cairo Tour
Early Morning Departure
- Pick up from your hotel in Cairo in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for a tour of the Coptic Quarter.
Stop 1: The Hanging Church
- Visit the Hanging Church, dating back to the 6th century. Built between two towers of Emperor Trajan's ancient Roman walls, the church features a basilica-style layout, a marble pulpit with twelve small columns symbolizing the Apostles, and a dark column representing Judas.
Stop 2: The Church of St. Sergius (Abu Serga)
- Explore the Church of St. Sergius, built in the 7th century in the basilica style. It houses a crypt where, according to tradition, the Holy Family took refuge during their flight to Egypt. Access to the church requires descending a staircase.
Stop 3: The Church of St. Barbara
- Visit the Church of St. Barbara, dating back to the 5th century. Admire its painted and inlaid iconostasis and beautiful wooden doors inlaid with ivory.
Stop 4: The Ben-Ezra Synagogue
- Discover the Ben-Ezra Synagogue, the oldest Jewish synagogue in Egypt. Its Christian architecture, Islamic arabesques, and Jewish inscriptions and ornaments make it a unique and fascinating site.
Return to Hotel or Airport:
- Return to your hotel or the airport after the tour concludes.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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This is a private tour |
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