Full Day Cultural Tour to St. Simon Monastery in Cairo

This private tour in Cairo begins with a visit to the Cave Church of Saint Simon, also known as the Monastery of Saint Simon, located in the Mokattam mountain area. This church is a significant site for Egypt’s large Christian community and is situated in a neighborhood known for the Zabbaleen, a community of waste collectors with a unique history. The tour continues to Old Cairo, where you will see some of the earliest Christian churches in the Middle East, including the Church of Abu-Sergah and St. Barbara, the Hanging Church, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and your transportation will be by private vehicle. Admission fees to the churches are covered, while entry to St. Simon "The Tanner" Monastery is passed by but not included. This experience offers insight into Cairo’s religious heritage and the diverse communities that shape the city.