Very good day trip from hurghada, excellent communication with all. Tour guide was very knowledgeable and the bus and drivers where excellent, highly recommended this tour.
On this tour, you will delight in the most enchanting Coptic sites in Cairo City, which are the magnificent Coptic ones that contain many of the most spellbinding tales, knowledge, and secrets regarding the background of Christianity in Egypt. Reserve a spot on this enchanted tour to discover Cairo's Coptic treasures.
➡ Visit the Hanging Church as your first spot on your day tour and explore the impressive beauty of its roof.
➡ Explore the beautiful architectural features, including intricate tilework and stonework of Ben Ezra Synagogue.
➡ Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
➡ Proceed to the historical Abu Serga Church to rewind religious history.
➡ Visit the Virgin Mary Church, which has intricate carvings, sculptures, and other works of art that depict scenes from the life of the Virgin Mary and other religious figures.
The Hanging Church, also known as the Suspended Church or the Church of the Holy Virgin, is a Coptic Orthodox church located in Old Cairo, Egypt. The church is believed to have been built on the site of an ancient Roman fortress and is one of the oldest churches in Egypt, possibly dating back to the 3rd or 4th century AD. The church is known for its unique architectural style, with the nave suspended above a passage, which is thought to be the remnants of the Roman fortress. The Hanging Church is an important historical and religious site and is considered a major tourist attraction in Cairo.
The Ben Ezra Synagogue is a historic synagogue located in Old Cairo, Egypt. It is considered to be one of the oldest synagogues in Egypt, with some estimates dating it back to the 9th century AD. The synagogue is named after Rabbi Ezra, a Jewish leader who is said to have led the Jewish community in Egypt during the 8th century. The synagogue is known for its unique architectural style, which incorporates elements of both Jewish and Islamic design, and for its rich history and cultural significance. The synagogue is an important historical and religious site and is considered a major tourist attraction in Cairo.
After that, we will take you to a fantastic nearby restaurant where you can have your lunch before continuing your day's excursion to:
The Abu Serga Church is a Coptic Orthodox church located in Old Cairo, Egypt. The church is dedicated to Saint Serge and Saint Bacchus, two martyrs who were killed during the Roman persecution of Christians in the 4th century AD. The church is believed to be built over the site of a Roman fortress, where the two saints were imprisoned before their execution. The church is known for its unique architectural style, and it's considered one of the oldest churches in Egypt. The church also contains several ancient artifacts and manuscripts, and it's considered a major tourist attraction in Cairo.
The Virgin Mary Church, also known as the Church of the Virgin, is a Coptic Orthodox church located in Zeitoun, a neighborhood of Cairo, Egypt. The church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus in Christianity. The church is believed to have been built in the 7th century AD. The church is known for its unique architectural style, and it's considered one of the oldest churches in Egypt. The church is also known for the apparitions of the Virgin Mary that was reported to have occurred in the church between 1968 and 1971. It's considered an important religious site for Coptic Orthodox Christians and a major tourist attraction in Cairo. Drop you back at your hotel in Cairo.
Very good day trip from hurghada, excellent communication with all. Tour guide was very knowledgeable and the bus and drivers where excellent, highly recommended this tour.
I can highly recommend this tour. Everything was perfect. Driver and guide were excellent. Great balance of free time and guided tour. Very knowledgeable guide. We had a great day.
We got recommended by our AirBnb host to Mrs Eman. In two days and before our arrival we got our trip arrange via WhatApp: Clear communication, precise information and always double checked to avoid mistakes. Our trip...
We had a truly lovely time everything was impressively well organised, especially considering the last minute arrangements. The team did an amazing job. A special thanks to Ahmed, who was incredibly helpful and friendly...
We did the speedboat tour during our vacation in Hurghada, and it was an incredible experience! From start to finish, everything was professionally organized and perfectly executed. The ride was thrilling, and we loved t...
Trips2Deal went above and beyond. As a female solo traveller, I felt totally safe when alone with the driver from Soma Bay to Hurghada to participate in this tour. The tour was great, driving Buggys , Quads and Jeep...
Abu Serga Church is serene and spiritual with deep historical roots. A place every history buff should see!
Hanging church (Virgin Mary Church) had an eye-catching architecture accompanied by delicious cuisine which comprised our tasty cultural journey with good local cuisine for lunch afterwards thereby complementing perfectly our cultural trip.