Private guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo in Giza
Giza, Egypt

Private guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo

Outty Ranking 55 5.0 · 5 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $111
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55/100

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Is Private guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo worth booking?

Private guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo is a 4-hour experience in Giza, Egypt, from $111 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
55 / 100
Rating
5/5 (5)
Duration
4 hours
From
$111 per person

It is a unique day tour to lean about Cairo’s rich religious history and heritage. Discover the Cave church known as the Saint Simon Church, Cairo’s UNESCO-listed treasures, located at the garbage city, East of old Cair

What you get

    About this experience

    It is a unique day tour to lean about Cairo’s rich religious history and heritage. Discover the Cave church known as the Saint Simon Church, Cairo’s UNESCO-listed treasures, located at the garbage city, East of old Cairo. And Explore old Cairo with it's famous old churches; Visit the Hanging Church, visit the Cavern Church, known as the Church of Saint Sergius, and learn more with our expert tour guide.

    What's included

    Included

    • Tourist permission.
    • Lunch at very good local restaurant (if option is selected)
    • All tours are as mentioned in the itinerary.
    • Transfers by private air-conditioned car
    • Bottled water
    • All taxes and charges.
    • St. Simon "The Tanner" Monastery
    • Entrance fees to Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus.
    • Entrance fees to Hanging Church (El Muallaqa, Sitt Mariam, St Mary)
    • Professional Tour Guide.
    • All transfers in a private air-conditioned car to/from your hotel.

    Not included

    • Tipping
    • Personal expenses

    What you'll see and do

    1. St Simon the Tanner Monastery

      It is a unique day tour to lean about Cairo’s rich religious history and heritage. Visit St.Simon Monastery which located at the Garbage city near by old Cairo. Discover the Cave church known as the Saint Simon Church, Cairo’s UNESCO-listed treasures, located at the garbage city, East of old Cairo.

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    2. The Hanging Church

      The hanging church is considered as the oldest Coptic church in Egypt, known as the the hanging church or the Virgin Mary church. Located at old Coptic Cairo.

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus

      Explore old Cairo with it's famous old churches; Visit the Hanging Church, visit the Cavern Church, known as the Church of Saint Sergius, and learn more with our expert tour guide

      60 minutes here · Admission 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 + Entrance fees

      Car + Guide + Entrance fees Pickup included

    • Car+guide+Tickets+Lunch

      Car+guide+Tickets+Lunch are icluded Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    ar, de, en, it, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Explore Egypt tours

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

    The hanging churchThe cave church known as the Saint Simon ChurchSain George churchSain George churchPrivate guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo in Giza, photo 6Private guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo in Giza, photo 7

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 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

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Organization

    1 mention

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

    Food and drink

    1 mention

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Traveler reviews

    5 verified traveler reviews for Private guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Nancy_V · March 2024

    Coptic Tour - A Must Do in Cairo

    Great experience on the Coptic tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and made sure we saw everything and that we understood everything we were seeing. Highly recommend!!! Very, very nice lunch as well.

    via Viator

    Lisa_K · February 2024

    Don't miss this tour!

    So fantastic to see and experience! David was amazing and very knowledgeable. The Cave Church is a well kept secret and worth going to.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much

    via Viator

    lisakL7721KS · January 2024

    Don't hesitate! BOOK THIS TOUR!

    An exceptional tour! From the start 5 ⭐s. Mariem contacted us. Gave us all of the details. She also communicated through to the end of the tour. David was our guide. He was full of knowledge about, not only the churches we visited, but also about the history that involved them. Our driver, Haney (I'm not sure if that is how you spell his name) navigated us through the streets of Cairo expertly. If this is an example of the tours Explore Egypt Tours provide them I will be booking with them again!!!

    via Tripadvisor

    Soli_J · December 2023

    Amazing tour

    This was an awesome experience. Mariem our travel consultant did an amazing job she was always ready to support, organize and make sure our tour is going well and smooth. The whole "Explore Egypt Tours" team did amazing job from the airport pickup till drop off. Mouhamed welcome us with a very big smile and make sure we met our lovely guide and everything is fine. Our driver Mouhamed was very polite, professional and calm we had a very smooth drive. Our guide Nansy made the experience superb. She was not only knowledgeable but very polite and friendly. She went the extra mile and took time to explain things. She gave us an amazing tour and took such good care of us while on tour. We learned a lot, asked questions and got an answer with a smile. We highly recommend this beautiful team if you want to enjoy your tour and learn more with a positive vibe you should book this tour. Thanks alot for making our tour very special.

    via Viator

    Neil_D · November 2023

    the trip was not exactly...

    the trip was not exactly as described but the operator was more than willing to make everything work guide and driver were the best only issue was viator needs to improve the web site

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $111 to $213
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 55

    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)31
    Booking momentum (14% weight)23
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)70
    Local standing (8% weight)54
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Private guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo cost?

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    Prices start at $111 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 Private guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo take?

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    Plan for about 4 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 Private guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 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 Private guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo?

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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 Private guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo?

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    Around 2 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private guided tour to Cave church and old Coptic churchs in the old Cairo 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 Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Camel, ATV Bike, Shopping & Dinner Cruise, Giza Pyramids VIP Private Tour ATV Camel Inside Pyramid & Lunch, Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Camel Ride, Lunch & Inside pyramids. 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.

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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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