Cairo Christian Heritage and Coptic Culture Tour

Highlights:

• Holy Family Refuge: Visit Abu Serga (St. Sergius and Bacchus), one of the places where the Holy Family rested after fleeing King Herod.

• The Hanging Church: Explore the unique Hanging Church (Al-Mu’allaqa), one of the oldest and most beautiful Christian churches in Egypt, built atop the Roman watergate.

• Ancient Synagogue: Discover Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the oldest synagogues in Egypt, set in a historic garden.

• Circular Architecture: See the unique circular design of the Monastery and Church of St George.

• Optional Museum Visit: Option to add a visit to the Coptic Museum, home to nearly 16,000 important Coptic objects.

Itinerary:

My Egypt Travel presents this opportunity to discover the ancient sites and culture of Coptic Christians on this private Cairo Christian Tour.

Your tour begins in Coptic Cairo by visiting the Hanging Church (Church of the Virgin Mary), which is built into the walls of the watergate of the Roman fortress and is possibly the oldest Christian church in Egypt. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, it is one of Cairo’s most beautiful churches.

Continue to the Monastery and Church of St George. Although the current structure dates from 1909, there has been a church dedicated to the Martyr here since the 10th century. It is notable as one of the few remaining circular churches in the Middle East.

Next, visit Abu Serga (Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus), one of the places where the Holy Family rested after fleeing Israel from King Herod. This 10th-century church, once a major pilgrimage spot, features 24 marble columns lining the central court and a series of 12th-century icons depicting the 12 apostles.

Explore the adjacent Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the oldest synagogues in Egypt. Set in a shady garden, it was built on the site of a 4th-century Christian church. Although severely damaged by Arabs after the 1967 war, it has been almost completely renovated.

You have the option to add a visit to the Coptic Museum at the end of the tour. The Museum is located within the historic Babylon Fort precinct, occupies over 8,000 sq meters, and features almost 16,000 objects of importance to the Copts of Egypt. This is a private tour allowing you to determine the amount of time spent at each of the sites. Additionally, you have the chance to visit a Papyrus Institute to see how this famous artwork is made and purchase genuine items if you wish.

Included:

• Meet & greet at airports and all assistance during stay
• All transfers by A/C vehicle
• All entrance fees per itinerary
• Egyptologist tour guide
• lunch during tours
• All taxes and service charges

Excluded:

• Entry visa to
• Egypt
• Optional tours or activities
• Personal expenses
• Drinks
• Tipping