1. Hotel Pickup & Start of Tour
Begin your journey in the morning with pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Your expert tour guide will accompany you to explore the fascinating Coptic landmarks of Old Cairo.
2. The Hanging Church
Visit the iconic Hanging Church, also known as the Suspended Church, built above the southern gate of the Roman Fortress. Admire its unique wooden roof shaped like Noah’s Ark and learn about its history as the residence of the Coptic Patriarch from the 7th to the 13th centuries.
3. Ben Ezra Synagogue
Explore the historic Ben Ezra Synagogue, dating back to the 9th century. Originally a 4th-century Christian church, it became an important Jewish site associated with the prophet Jeremiah. Restored in the 12th century, it holds historical records of North African Jewish communities.
4. Lunch Break
Enjoy a delicious meal at a carefully selected local restaurant before continuing your tour.
5. Abu Serga Church
Discover the ancient Abu Serga Church, believed to be built on the site where the Holy Family—Mary, Jesus, and Joseph—rested during their journey through Egypt. This church holds great significance in Coptic history and has seen the ordination of many patriarchs.
6. Virgin Mary Church (Haret Zuweila)
Visit the Virgin Mary Church, the oldest in Haret Zuweila, believed to date back to the 10th century. It served as the seat of the Orthodox Pope of Alexandria from 1400 to 1520 AD.
7. Return to Hotel
Conclude your enriching day with a comfortable transfer back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.
Meals: Lunch
