Coptic Cairo Churches and Citadel Mosque Private Guided Tour
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover Cairo’s rich Christian and Islamic heritage on this private guided tour through Old Cairo and the historic Cairo Citadel. Visit iconic Coptic Orthodox churches, including the famous Hanging Church and Abu Serga (Cavern Church), believed to be connected to the Holy Family’s journey into Egypt. Continue to the Cairo Citadel of Saladin and explore the stunning Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque, one of Cairo’s most recognizable landmarks. Enjoy panoramic views over the city while learning about Egypt’s religious history from your expert guide. With hotel pickup and drop-off, a comfortable private vehicle, and a knowledgeable Egyptologist, this experience offers the perfect balance of history, culture, and convenience—ideal for first-time visitors and culture lovers.
Inclusions
What's included
- Entrance fees to listed sites (optional)
- Bottled water
- Licensed Egyptologist guide
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- All taxes & service charges
- Hotel pickup & drop-off (Cairo down town or Giza)
What's not
- Gratuities
- Lunch (optional add-on)
- Pickup from 6th October city , new Cairo ,Nasr city, new settlement , airport and surrounding
Itinerary
Step into one of the oldest Christian communities in the world. Visit: The Hanging Church (Saint Virgin Mary Church) one of Egypt’s oldest and most beautiful churches, famous for its suspended structure and ancient icons. The Cavern Church (Abu Serga) – built over the crypt where the Holy Family is believed to have stayed during their flight into Egypt. Church of St. George (when accessible) –a unique round church with deep spiritual significance. Walk through the quiet alleys of Old Cairo, surrounded by centuries of faith and history. Your guide brings the stories of early Christianity in Egypt to life with clear, engaging explanations.
Continue to the historic Cairo Citadel of Saladin, perched high above the city. Explore: Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque – Cairo’s most iconic mosque, known for its Ottoman design, alabaster walls, and grand domes. Enjoy panoramic views of Cairo from the Citadel terrace—perfect for photos. Learn about Islamic architecture, Ottoman influence, and Egypt’s modern history.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Magic Cairo Tours
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Extra charge USD30 for pick up from 6th October city , new cairo ,Nasr city, new settlement , airport and surrounding
How it compares in Cairo
- Its from-price is 71% below the median of the 10229 experiences we list in Cairo.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 1886 of 10229.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Cairo
Cairo is Egypt's sprawling capital on the Nile, where the Pyramids of Giza meet medieval mosques, busy bazaars and the treasures of the pharaohs.
On the western edge of the city, the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx rise from the desert plateau, with the step pyramid of Saqqara and the ruins of Memphis further south. Cairo's great museums, the Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square and the vast Grand Egyptian Museum beside the plateau, hold artefacts spanning thousands of years.
Top-ranked sights in Cairo: Egyptian Museum (Museum of Egyptian Antiquities), Saqqara (Sakkara), Khan El-Khalili.
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