Coptic and Islamic Cairo: Cultural Heritage Tour

Explore Coptic and Islamic Cairo, visit historic churches, mosques, and the bustling Khan el-Khalili Bazaar on this immersive cultural day tour.

Duration: 5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary) - “The Hanging Church, situated in the heart of Cairo, Egypt, is a mesmerizing emblem of Coptic Christian heritage. Originating from the 3rd century AD, this architectural marvel features exquisite details and a rich history. With its suspended nave and elaborate decorations, the Hanging Church is…
What's Included
  • Professional tour guide
  • Bottles of water on board
  • Pick up and drop off with a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch is included (only with all inclusive option)
  • Entry fees are only available if you choose that option
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Pick up from the airport or from out of the selected zone
Additional Information

Uncover the Marvels of Coptic and Islamic Cairo
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Cairo’s rich history and vibrant culture.
Begin at the Hanging Church, a breathtaking Coptic landmark. Next, visit the serene Abu Serga Church, a sanctuary once for the Holy Family. Explore the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue, steeped in centuries of tales.
Ascend to…

Location
Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary)
Shar'a Mari Girgis Street,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Camper59746941005
Mar 23, 2025
A perfect day in Cairo - We had a fantastic day exploring Islamic Cairo, the beautiful mosques, the famous Khan El Khalili bazaar, and the Coptic area. Our guide was amazing, helpful and full of interesting information. He told us stories about the history and culture. He also helped us find the best local spots for shopping and photos! We really enjoyed the walk through all the small streets and hidden places. It was a perfect mix of history, local life and fun. We definitely recommend this tour and this guide if you want to see the real Cairo!
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935adalbertop
Mar 6, 2025
Excellent experience - Our guide was Abdu. Abdu is very knowledgeable about the history of Egypt and everything related to the tours you will be taking. In addition he is an excellent photographer. It is a tour where you will learn more about religion, synagogues, churches and mosques in Cairo. Finally you visit the market where you will find everything, Abdu took us to stores where the price was already marked and you didn't have to work to get prices. Recommended 100%.
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Alexrp6175md
Feb 11, 2025
Great overview of the non-ancient Egyptian history of Cairo - Was a great introduction to the city to learn about the bits you won't know from the normal touristy activities. Was great having our own driver and guide (2 different people) to take us around the city. It meant we could learn and chat to our guide whilst on the move. The car was about what you would get from an uber comfort in Cairo. The Egyptian food we had for lunch was tasty and authentic and we were given juice and water throughout the trip. A guide was called Abdu and he was great and adjusted the day for our needs. Would recommend if you have another day after seeing the Pyramids of Giza.
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341nadyap
Feb 10, 2025
Exploring Cairo - It was an amazing day exploring Cairo. We saw different parts of the city from churches to synagogue and mosques. We also enjoyed our lunch experience, we tried local food in a nice authentic place, and it was great! Abdu is very knowledgeable and was ready to adjust the trip to our needs and interests.
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Yukoy672
Jan 27, 2025
Pyramids & Islamic Cairo with Abdu - I only had one day in Cairo and wanted to do the key historic site visits. Abdu was not only a fantastic guide with a great wealth of knowledge on Egyptian history but also a very good conversationalist during the tour and responsive when arranging the tours the day before. He was very flexible and accommodating to my schedule and preferences. We went to the pyramids in the morning and then to the citadel, the Khan el-Khalil bazaar, and Moez street in the afternoon. He has a driver with him so transportation was super easy. It was great to get the context/ historical background including the different theories of the pyramids, and the functions of each of the key monuments since there are very few plaques at these sites that tell you what they are. He also pointed out little details that I would have otherwise missed, which made the experience all the more enriching and fascinating. Since I didn’t have much time, it was great to have a guide who knows what the key highlights are and not miss the must-see ones. He also helped fend off people trying to sell you stuff at these tourist sites. As a woman traveling alone, I felt very safe. He was also a great personal photographer and took great photos at each site, so I highly recommend having him as a tour guide especially for a solo traveler!
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Evelyn
Jan 11, 2025
Very good tour in Old Cairo - The tour was great. Even better than I imagined. I was curious to learn more about the history of the Christian part of Egypt and I loved it! It was beautiful to go to the church where the Holy Family passed through in the past. We also visited a synagogue and a mosque and it was possible to understand better the dynamics of each religion in the country. Abdu was a great guide, punctual, polite and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend the tour.
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Connector32076370065
Jan 10, 2025
Insights into Cairos religious history - Abdu knows so many things about Cairo, history and the places we visited. It's a very special tour because you won't see the typical tourist side of the city. He told us all about religions in Cairo and what makes the places so special. We visited churches, a synagogue and a mosque. If you want to dig deeper into the history of the city this is the right tour.
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Flyer15502684437
Jan 2, 2025
Great 1-day tour to Cairo! - We spent a great time with Maria visiting the main spots of Cairo. Without speaking of her deep and broad knowledge of the Egyptian history, she also has very good pedagogic skills which allowed to understand the global historical context. During this private tour, you can easily personalized the visits by asking Maria. Moreover and interested to drink a delicious fresh sugar cane juice or eating typical local meal, she advised us. Thanks a lot for your time! We enjoyed this wonderful day! 🙏🏻
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477mindyv
Dec 11, 2024
Great experience - Thoroughly enjoyed this tour with our seven kids. Abdul is a fantastic photographer as well which helped capture the memories of the day!
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Y7493hmrachaels
Nov 13, 2024
Excellent tour - Our tour was brilliant! Our guide told us loads of interesting facts and information about all of the churches and mosques, and the different cultures of Egypt. We went at a nice pace, and he answered all of the questions we had. The car and driver was great too. Had an excellent day and I would recommend it to anyone staying in Cairo.
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