Explore Garbage city and saint simon monastery in Giza
Giza, Egypt

Explore Garbage city and saint simon monastery

Outty Ranking 58 5.0 · 4 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $40
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Outty Ranking

58/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Explore Garbage city and saint simon monastery worth booking?

Explore Garbage city and saint simon monastery is a 2-hour experience in Giza, Egypt, from $40 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
58 / 100
Rating
5/5 (4)
Duration
2 hours
From
$40 per person

**Garbage City & Old Cairo Tour** Meet your guide at your hotel in Cairo for pickup and start a unique cultural experience. Begin with a visit to **Garbage City (Manshiyat Naser)**, home to the Zabaleen community, where

What you get

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local guide
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Professional photographer guide
  • Surcharges on fuel

About this experience

**Garbage City & Old Cairo Tour** Meet your guide at your hotel in Cairo for pickup and start a unique cultural experience. Begin with a visit to **Garbage City (Manshiyat Naser)**, home to the Zabaleen community, where you will learn about their traditional recycling methods and sustainable way of life, turning Cairo’s waste into valuable resources. Next, explore **Old Cairo (Coptic Cairo)**, one of the city’s oldest areas. Walk through the historic streets and visit the **Hanging Church**, **Church of St. Sergius**, and **Ben Ezra Synagogue**, while your guide shares the rich history of Egypt’s Christian and Jewish communities. Conclude the tour with a transfer back to your hotel.

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local guide
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Professional photographer guide
  • Surcharges on fuel

Not included

  • Drinks
  • Food and drinks
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

What you'll see and do

  1. Amon Ra Tours

    You will be Passing the Garbage Place Without getting Of Car for your safety The experience is about 4-5 hours, it's a valuable every day, you just sent a massage to me if you found the day is blocked.

    30 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Giza

i will pick you up from your hotel in downtown Cairo or Giza pyramids area

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

i will pick you up from your hotel in downtown Cairo or Giza pyramids area

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Amon Ra Toura

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 18 years
  • Dress code is formal

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

4 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

3 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Organization

1 mention

Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

Traveler reviews

4 verified traveler reviews for Explore Garbage city and saint simon monastery. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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94nikolass · June 2026

Nickosports

"Roma is an amazing guide, and I really enjoyed the tour. Everything was very well organized: I was picked up by car with a driver, the ride was comfortable, and they immediately offered me cold water, which was very nice in Cairo. Before the tour, I had sent Roma a few notes about what I wanted to see and what kind of experience I was looking for. We understood each other very quickly, and from the beginning it felt easy and comfortable. We started with the monastery, which was very interesting. I also had a chance to speak with a local caretaker, pray, and light a candle, which made the visit more personal for me. Then we visited another monastery, and Roma explained everything clearly and with real knowledge. I had slept only about two hours before the tour, so it was not the easiest day for me to absorb information, but she still made it interesting and engaging. The strongest part of the experience was walking through the Garbage City itself. Roma helped me see the place not just"

via Tripadvisor

echoxstu · February 2023

Unique and surprising!

We are so happy we did this trip and we will recommend it to anyone who is visiting Cairo. It was a very good and unique experience. Our guide, Mary, was excellent.

Response from the operator: thank you so much for the lovely review

via Tripadvisor

xkitikatx · October 2019

A Different Side of Cairo

Amazing tour to get to see a different side of Cairo by visiting a mosque, christain churches, and synagogue. The drive through garbage city was very eye opening and somewhat sad; it's something I wouldn't have been able to do on my own. I had Yomna as my guide and she was exceptionally knowledgeable in Egypt's history. She also shared stories and insights about life in Cairo. I can't recommend her highly enough! The driver was very professional and kept us safe contending with both Cairo traffic and the roads after heavy rainfall.

via Tripadvisor

floflof2018 · December 2018

Very nice tour with a knowledgeable and fun guide!

It was a very nice experience to take this trip with Mahmoud. We saw a lot of interesting places and Mahmoud shared a lot of history and nice anecdotes. He is a very fun guy to hang out with and we had a great time 😁!!! Ps: dont forget to ask him for a joke!

Response from the operator: Thank you dear florance for your lovely review I hope to see again Yours Mahmoud

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
2 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$40 to $70
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 58

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)94
Review evidence (18% weight)29
Booking momentum (14% weight)16
Value for money (12% weight)0
Listing quality (10% weight)97
Local standing (8% weight)52
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Explore Garbage city and saint simon monastery: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Giza.

How much does Explore Garbage city and saint simon monastery cost?

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Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Giza usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Explore Garbage city and saint simon monastery take?

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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Giza is not rushed.

Is Explore Garbage city and saint simon monastery worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Giza, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Explore Garbage city and saint simon monastery?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Explore Garbage city and saint simon monastery suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Explore Garbage city and saint simon monastery?

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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Giza can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Giza and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Explore Garbage city and saint simon monastery start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Giza within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Giza?

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On Outty we rank every Giza experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Pyramids Sphinx Camel ATV Bike Shopping and Nile Dinner Cruise, Cairo 8 Hour Private Tour of Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum, Pyramids Sphinx and Grand Egyptian Museum Nile Felucca or Bazaar. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Giza?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Giza?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

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