Coptic Cairo Day Tour

Your journey begins in the morning when we pick you up for an unforgettable day exploring Coptic Cairo. Our exceptional tour guides will lead you to the most mesmerizing Coptic sites in Old Cairo. Prepare to be enthralled by these remarkable destinations:

The Hanging Church: A Unique Marvel

The Hanging Church, also known as the Suspended Church, earned its name from its location on the southern gate of the Roman Fortress. It stands out with its roof, resembling the ark of Noah. For centuries, it served as the residence of the Coptic Patriarch from the 7th to the 13th centuries.

Ben Ezra Synagogue: A Tapestry of History

Ben Ezra Synagogue, dating back to the 9th century, occupies the shell of a 4th-century Christian Church. It's believed to be the site where Prophet Jeremiah gathered the Jews after the destruction of the Jerusalem Temple by Nebuchadnezzar in the 6th century. Restored by Abraham Ben Ezra in the 12th century, it holds the secrets and mysteries of North African Jewish Community life from the 11th to the 13th centuries.

Lunch Break at a Local Gem

We'll then transfer you to a delightful local restaurant for a mouthwatering lunch, setting the stage for the rest of your day.

Abu Serga Church: A Sanctuary of Faith

Abu Serga Church is believed to be built on the spot where the Holy Family, including Mary, Jesus Christ, and Joseph, rested after their journey into Egypt. It's a place of great historical importance, and numerous Coptic Church patriarchs have been honored here.

Virgin Mary Church: A Testament of Time

Located in Haret Zuweila, the Virgin Mary Church is one of the oldest Coptic churches, believed to have been built during the 10th century, with some evidence pointing to the 12th century. It served as the seat of the Orthodox Pope of Alexandria from 1400 AD to 1520 AD.

Journey's End

To conclude this enlightening day, we'll transfer you in one of our private A.C. cars back to your hotel in Cairo/Giza, leaving you with cherished memories of Cairo's main Coptic sites.