Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church
Cairo, Egypt

Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church

Outty Ranking 69 5.0 · 4 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $15
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Outty Ranking

69/100

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5.0/5

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

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Is Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church worth booking?

Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church is a 8-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $15 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, 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
69 / 100
Rating
5/5 (4)
Duration
8 hours
From
$15 per person

Explore the unique spiritual atmosphere of Egypt during this tour by visiting the most famous coptic churches and the famous Synagouge ,and enjoy with nice walking around the coptic district and have a complete idea about the Christian history and the Jewish history as well Have alook to see the roman fortresses and the churches built on such fortresses like Hanging church and visit the Cavern in which the holly family been protected during their flight from jursalim to Egypt on your stop by the church of Abu Sergah Then drive with your Egyptologist tour guide to El Moqatem mountain to explore the garbage village or Zabbaleen village To have a unique experience about the life style for the garbage collectors and visiting the church of saint Simon or Sam''an al Kharaz Which counted to be one if the largest churches in Egypt

What you get

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Surcharges on fuel
  • All taxes
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide

About this experience

Explore the unique spiritual atmosphere of Egypt during this tour by visiting the most famous coptic churches and the famous Synagouge ,and enjoy with nice walking around the coptic district and have a complete idea about the Christian history and the Jewish history as well Have alook to see the roman fortresses and the churches built on such fortresses like Hanging church and visit the Cavern in which the holly family been protected during their flight from jursalim to Egypt on your stop by the church of Abu Sergah Then drive with your Egyptologist tour guide to El Moqatem mountain to explore the garbage village or Zabbaleen village To have a unique experience about the life style for the garbage collectors and visiting the church of saint Simon or Sam''an al Kharaz Which counted to be one if the largest churches in Egypt

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Surcharges on fuel
  • All taxes
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide

Not included

  • Food and Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Optional Activities

What you'll see and do

  1. Coptic Cairo

    Our Egypt Select Tours tour guide will escort you in a tour to Coptic Cairo where you will visit the Hanging Church which is dating back to the 3rd Century AD and was dedicated to Virgin Mary, It’s called "Hanging" because of its location above the gatehouse of the ancient Roman fortress "Babylon" .It contains 110 Holy icons depicting beautiful religious scenes. Then visiting Saint Sergius and Bacchus Church which is believed to have been built on the spot where the holy family rested at the end of their journey into Egypt. Then, visiting the Jewish Synagogue of Ben Ezra which gained its importance from its Geniza (Store room) was found during the 19th century containing a treasure of abandoned Hebrew secular and sacred manuscripts

    180 minutes here · Admission not included

  2. Cave Church

    And ending Coptic Cairo tour with a visit to one of the marvelous Coptic buildings in Cairo, The Monastery of St. Simon the Tanner or The Cave Church which is located in el Mokattam hills area near the Zabbaleen slum or Garbage City which is Cairo's largest informal garbage collectors settlement, where garbage recycling is central to its population's economy. The Monastery of St. Simon the Tanner is the largest and it has an amphitheater with a seating capacity of 20,000.This church is the largest church in the Middle East. It is named after the Coptic Saint, Simon the Tanner, who lived at the end of the 10th century and is associated with the legend of the moving of the Mokattam Mountain. The Monastery of St. Simon the Tanner include the St. Bola's Church, St. Marks Church, and St. Simon the Tanner's Hall.

    130 minutes here · Admission not included

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

Options you can book

  • Car +guide +admission

    Private Duration: 5 hours A/C vehicle Pickup included

  • Car+ driver

    Private Duration: 5 hours Extra charge A/C vehicle Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
de, ar, en, es
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 9 travelers per booking
Operated by
Egypt Select Tours

Know before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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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

2 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Value for money

1 mention

Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

Organization

1 mention

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

Traveler reviews

4 verified traveler reviews for Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Vacanta_mare · March 2023

Best tour experience. Highly recommended

Adel was the best tour guide and tour organiser we have ever met. And we met quite a lot. I think he has changed the expectations we will have from any future tour guides We have initially contacted him about a very specific visit to one of the Saqqara necropolis tombs and continued our discussion on WhatsApp. We ended up by doing two tours plus two activities with him. He was flexible in creating personalised tours for us, taking into account our specific interests. He guided one of the days - Islamic and Coptic Cairo - and he recommended a very knowledgeable guide for Saqqara Memphis Dahshur. He arranged for us VIP tickets for the Pyramids light show and made sure we got there on time despite Cairo crazy traffic (he went above and beyond what you expect from a tour guide to get us there on time). On the tour he guided himself he offered a lot of information in a very clear and pleasant way. He is very reliable and has a extremely pleasant personality. We would highly recommend Adel and his company for your tours in Egypt.

via Tripadvisor

Ernie1779 · May 2022

Easy going and relaxing tour of old Cairo

Our guide and driver were really nice and very accommodating- letting us make some changes to the itinerary and even letting us take extra time to get gifts. Really polite and he did a great job guiding us through the ancient civilization museum. Highly recommend

via Tripadvisor

DarkOsh · October 2021

The best Tour Guide Ever

Our tour guide Adel was absolutely fantastic, kept to time, we had a luxury bus and Egyptian security, his pricing was the best value, his knowledge of everything around Egypt was on point. I highly recommend his company anytime you are in Egypt. I can also say that he very honest and upright. Our party of 22 people were all extremely happy without complaint.

via Tripadvisor

841stephenh · September 2019

One of the best

Did an extra half day tour b4 we started our nile trip. It was suggested we take this half day tour to fill in time. Insteady of just a fill in we both along with another couple had one of our best tourist experiences ever. Our guide was knowledgable approachable and very professional. I would definately recommend this tour service anytime.

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
8 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$15 to $85
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Solid Choice

Why this scores 69

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

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)91
Review evidence (18% weight)29
Booking momentum (14% weight)15
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)53
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church: questions travelers ask

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

How much does Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church cost?

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Prices start at $15 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cairo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church take?

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Plan for about 8 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 Cairo is not rushed.

Is Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". 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 Cairo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church?

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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 Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church?

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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 Cairo 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 Cairo and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church 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 Cairo 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 Cairo?

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On Outty we rank every Cairo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include All-in-One Giza Tour, inside Pyramid, sphinx, Camel ride & lunch, VIP Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx Tour –Inside the Pyramids&More, Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour. 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 Cairo?

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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 Cairo?

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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.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

What is included in Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church?

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Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Bottled water; In-vehicle air conditioning; Surcharges on fuel; and All taxes. Not included: Food and Drinks; Gratuities; and Optional Activities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

Does Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church include hotel pickup?

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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 2 listed pickup locations in and around Cairo. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time.

What languages is Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church offered in?

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It is offered in German, Arabic, English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church?

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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

What happens to Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church if the weather is bad?

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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

What do travelers say about Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church?

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Across 4 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, value for money. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

What booking options are available for Holly day tour to Coptic Cairo and saint Simon Church?

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There are 2 options to choose from, including Car +guide +admission, Car+ driver. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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