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Private Tour to the Coptic City with Traditional Lunch
Giza, Egypt
3 hours
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Date
Today
What You Will Do
Today will explore the religious place in Egypt- old Cairo or Coptic city. There we have a chance to see the ruins of the Roman fortress of Babylon (1st century AD) then walk to the Hanging church which is founded above the tower of Babylon fortress, then later will take a tunnel to Cavern church Abu Serga (5th century AD) under there will see the cave where the holy family where stayed over than 3 months. Then later going to Ben Ezra synagogue and know why Jews were insisted to build a synagogue at that place. After finishing the tour you will enjoy your lunch then drop off at your hotel.
What's Included?
- Bottled water on board
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- All taxes and service charge
- Egyptian Traditional lunch
- Qualified Egyptologist guide
What's Not Included?
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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Coptic Cairo
3 hours
Coptic Cairolocated in Old Cairo which encompasses the Babylon Fortress, the Coptic Museum, the Hanging Church, the Greek Church of St. George and many other Coptic churches and historical sites. It is believed in Christian tradition that the Holy Family visited this area and stayed at the site of Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church (Abu Serga). Coptic Cairo was a stronghold for Christianity in Egypt until the Islamic era, though most of the current buildings of the churches in Coptic Cairo were built after the Muslim conquest of Egypt in the 7th century.
Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Blue Nile Tours.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - German
- Guide - English
- Guide - Italian
- Guide - French
- Guide - Spanish
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