🕍 In the Footsteps of the Holy Family – Christian Cairo Tour

Egypt, Cairo Day Tours
⛪ Follow the sacred path of the Holy Family and discover Egypt’s Christian heritage through centuries-old churches, monasteries, and holy landmarks. Explore the spiritual side of Cairo and uncover the roots of Egypt’s Christian history. This special private tour takes you to the city’s most sacred Coptic sites — from the Hanging Church to the Cave Monastery of Saint Simon — where ancient faith, history, and legend come to life.
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  • historical monuments
  • Holy places
  • Private - Individual Tour
  • City Tour
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Trip Information

Pickup Point

Your Hotel

Place of Return

Your Hotel

Group Size

1-2

Available Days

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Duration:

7 hours

Travel time:

08:30 AM

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per person45
per child (5-12)25
Freeper infant (0-4)
7 hours

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Description

🌟 Highlights:

  1. Visit the Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqa) — a 3rd-century architectural gem built above the gates of the ancient Roman fortress of Babylon
  2. See the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus, believed to be the resting place of the Holy Family during their journey through Egypt
  3. Discover the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue, home to priceless ancient manuscripts and Jewish-Aramaic documents
  4. Visit the remarkable Monastery of Saint Simon the Tanner (Cave Church) — the largest Christian church in the Middle East
  5. Enjoy a delicious traditional Egyptian lunch 🍽️
  6. Stroll through the scenic Al-Azhar Park, with panoramic views of Cairo
  7. Optional visit to a Papyrus Workshop and Perfume Museum
  8. Private round-trip transfers with an expert Egyptologist guide

🏛️ Full Description:

Begin your spiritual journey with a morning pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza by a comfortable air-conditioned minivan. Your English-speaking Egyptologist guide will lead you through the most significant Christian landmarks of Coptic Cairo.

Start at the famous Hanging Church, one of the oldest churches in Egypt, beautifully suspended over the ancient gates of the Roman fortress “Babylon.” Then visit the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus, built over the cave where the Holy Family is believed to have rested at the end of their flight into Egypt.

Continue to the Ben Ezra Synagogue, an ancient and historically significant Jewish site, where invaluable manuscripts and religious documents were discovered in the late 19th century.

Next, drive to the breathtaking Monastery of Saint Simon (the Cave Church), nestled in the Mokattam Hills. This massive amphitheater-style monastery can host up to 20,000 people and stands as the largest Christian church in the Middle East — a true symbol of faith and perseverance.

After lunch at a local restaurant, enjoy a peaceful walk through Al-Azhar Park, one of Cairo’s green treasures offering stunning panoramic views of the city. Optionally, you can visit a papyrus institute or a perfume gallery before returning to your hotel.

💰 Price:

  1. 1 person: $120
  2. 2 people: $75 per person
  3. 3–6 people: $65 per person
  4. 7–12 people: $45 per person
  5. Children (5–12 years): $25
  6. Infants (0–4 years): Free

✅ What’s Included:

  1. Private round-trip transfer from your hotel
  2. Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
  3. Entrance tickets to all main sites
  4. Lunch at a traditional restaurant
  5. All taxes and service fees

❌ What’s Not Included (Optional):

  1. Drinks
  2. Souvenirs
  3. Personal expenses
  4. Tips

⚠️ Important Information:

  1. Dress code: modest, long clothing is required for visiting churches and holy sites.
  2. This is a private tour — flexible and fully customizable.
  3. Duration: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (may vary slightly depending on traffic).
  4. Price applies to hotels in central Cairo and Giza.
  5. For hotels near Cairo Airport, New Cairo, or the Administrative Capital, a $20 round-trip supplement per group applies.
  6. Payment accepted in USD, EUR, GBP, or EGP.
  7. Visits to the papyrus and perfume workshops are optional.

🎒 Don’t forget to bring:

  1. 👟 Comfortable clothes and shoes
  2. 🧢 Hat and sunglasses 🕶️
  3. 💧 Bottle of water
  4. 📷 Camera or smartphone
  5. 😍 Positive mood and open heart

⏰ Duration:

  1. Approx. 8–9 hours

📞 Book Now:

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