Private Half Day Tour to Garbage City and Cave Church in Cairo
Cairo, Egypt

Private Half Day Tour to Garbage City and Cave Church

Outty Ranking 62 5.0 · 4 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $30
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Outty Ranking

62/100

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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 Private Half Day Tour to Garbage City and Cave Church worth booking?

Private Half Day Tour to Garbage City and Cave Church is a 5-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $30 per person. It scores 62 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
62 / 100
Rating
5/5 (4)
Duration
5 hours
From
$30 per person

Manshiyat Nasser, or as it is more popularly known, Garbage City, is a slum settlement with a population of around 60,000 on the outskirts of the Moqattam Hills, within Cairo’s sprawling metropolitan area, who have retai

What you get

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Private tour
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Snacks
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide

About this experience

Manshiyat Nasser, or as it is more popularly known, Garbage City, is a slum settlement with a population of around 60,000 on the outskirts of the Moqattam Hills, within Cairo’s sprawling metropolitan area, who have retained their Coptic beliefs and established the largest Christian church in the Middle East at the Monastery of St. Johns. Simon.

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Private tour
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Snacks
  • Qualified Egyptologist guide

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Before you book

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

Know before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photos

Cave Church at Cairo

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

2 mentions

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

Knowledge and storytelling

1 mention

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Traveler reviews

4 verified traveler reviews for Private Half Day Tour to Garbage City and Cave Church. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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carolinemH1657RV · March 2026

Cave church

Cheerful beautiful guide had a wonderful time could not thank you enough

via Tripadvisor

anapaula_avare · March 2026

I recommend this tour!

I'm a woman and unaccompanied traveler. I hired with the agency only the transport to take me to the Church of the Cave (Church of St. Simon), is an impressive Coptic Christian complex carved in Mount Mokattam, in Cairo, Egypt. Please do not invent to go differently and already book the tour by the agency. Who accompanied me was the smiling, cheerful and kind Raafat. The car was comfortable and had no smell of cigarette (for an allergic like me this is rare in Cairo). I don't speak English and until we managed, among laughs, to understand each other. I explained what I wanted from the tour, which was just to see the church and return to the hotel, and he respected me and perfectly fulfilled my request. The road to the church is full of recycling pickers and their storage areas. Raafat explained a lot to me. The area of the church is large and I imagine that attending a Mass there should be fantastic. I recommend the tour to people who want to see real life, without glamour, with an open mind. I also recommend the agency that assisted me in a fantastic, serious and quick way.  Embrace everyone!

via Tripadvisor (translated)

O5005XKmartinw · October 2025

Interesting tour of Garbage City

Excellent tour with great guiding by Franco! Especially appreciated the walking tour around Garbage City. Very interesting!

via Tripadvisor

poniuc · April 2019

Female solo traveller from Brunei in Cairo

It's been a great tour of the area with an excellent guide, Momin who spoke perfect English and knew the history of place like back of his hand. It's been a great trip so far, especially for female travelling solo. Lots of friendly people, so much things to see, and surprisingly i feel safe with assistance from the locals, guys or gals.

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
5 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$30 to $60
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Solid Choice

Why this scores 62

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

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)90
Review evidence (18% weight)28
Booking momentum (14% weight)15
Value for money (12% weight)60
Listing quality (10% weight)81
Local standing (8% weight)54
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Private Half Day Tour to Garbage City and Cave Church: questions travelers ask

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

How much does Private Half Day Tour to Garbage City and Cave Church cost?

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Prices start at $30 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 Private Half Day Tour to Garbage City and Cave Church take?

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Plan for about 5 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 Private Half Day Tour to Garbage City and Cave Church worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 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 Private Half Day Tour to Garbage City and Cave 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 Private Half Day Tour to Garbage City and Cave Church suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Private Half Day Tour to Garbage City and Cave 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 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Private Half Day Tour to Garbage City and Cave 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.

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