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Discover the ancient sites and culture of Coptic Christians with
Youregypttours.com on a private tour through Old Cairo. Visit Abu
Serga where the Holy family sort refuge, and Ben Ezra, one of the
oldest synagogues in Cairo. Learn about Christian life in Egypt, a
country where Christianity is a minority. The Hanging Church is built
into the walls of the water gate of the Roman fortress and is possibly
the oldest Christian church in Egypt. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, it
is one of Cairo's most beautiful churches. Continue to the Monastery
and Church of St George This is not an old church, dating from 1909,
but there has been a church in Coptic Cairo dedicated to the Martyr
since the 10th-century. It is one of the few remaining circular
churches in the Middle East. Your next stop is the Abu Serga, one of
the places where the Holy Family rested after fleeing Israel from King
Herod. At the turn of the century this little church, which dates from
the 10th-century, was the most important pilgrimage spot in Old Cairo
for visiting Christian tourists. There are 24 marble columns lining
the central court, and a series of 12th-century icons depicting the 12
apostles. Ben Ezra Synagogue is one of the oldest in Egypt. Set in a
shady garden, it was built on the site of 4th-century Christian
church. The synagogue was severely damaged by Arabs after the 1967 war
with Israel, but it has been almost completely renovated. You have the
option to add a visit to the Coptic Museum at the end of the tour. The
Museum is located in an area of great historical importance within the
precinct of the Babylon Fort. Occupying over 8,000 sq meters the
museum features almost 16,000 objects of importance to the Copts of
Egypt. This is a private tour allowing you to determine the amount of
time spent at each of the sites. In addition you have the chance to
visit a Papyrus Institute to see how this famous artwork is made and
have the chance to purchase genuine items if you wish.

Schedule Details:

Departs:

Daily

Departure Time:

* 9:00am (earlier or later departures are available until 1:00pm if
required, please advise at time of booking)

Duration:

* 4 hours (approx.)

Departure Point:

Your driver will meet you at the exit of your cruise boat

Return details:

Tour returns to original point of departure

Hotel Pickup:

Tour departs from centrally located Cairo and Giza hotels. Please
include the details of your hotel at the time of booking.

pricing information

* Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote
contact us

* Child prices are not applicable, adult prices apply to all
travelers.

* Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge, provided they
do not occupy a seat

* Prices are per person.

* Our pricing is updated constantly to ensure you always receive
the lowest price possible.

Additional Information

Inclusions:

* Qualified Egyptologist guide

* Hotel pickup and drop off

* Transport by air conditioned vehicle

Exclusions:

* Gratuities .

* Food and drinks, unless specified

* Entrance to Coptic Museum (approximately EGP5.00)

Additional Info:

* This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your
travel date.

* Confirmation of this tour will be received at time of booking.

* The duration of transfers are approximate. The exact duration
will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.

Ask for quote


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