Old Coptic Cairo, Hanging Church & Holy Family Crypt Guided Tour
Discover the ancient Christian roots of Egypt in Old Cairo. Explore the 3rd-century Hanging Church built atop Roman fortress gatehouses, visit Saints Sergius and Bacchus Church where the Holy Family took refuge during their flight into Egypt, tour the Coptic Museum, and see the ancient Ben Ezra Synagogue.
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Explore the iconic 3rd-century Hanging Church (Al-Muallaqah)
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Underground crypt where the Holy Family stayed
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Visit historic Ben Ezra Synagogue
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Guided tour of the Coptic Museum artifacts
- +Pick up and drop-off from Cairo or Giza hotel
- +Private air-conditioned transfer
- +Expert Egyptologist guide
- +Entrance fees to Coptic Museum
- –Meals & drinks
- –Tipping
- –Personal purchases
- Day 1Old Cairo Precinct Transfer
Babylon Fortress Gate
Pick up from hotel and private transfer to the Roman Fortress entrance of Old Cairo.
- Day 2Churches & Holy Family Crypt Visit
Hanging Church & Saints Sergius Church
Guided walking tour through the Hanging Church and down to the Holy Family crypt sanctuary.
- Day 3Museum, Synagogue & Hotel Drop-off
Ben Ezra Synagogue & Coptic Museum
Visit Ben Ezra Synagogue and Coptic Museum, followed by vehicle transfer back to hotel.
• Quiet voice etiquette expected inside active churches and crypts.• Security screening checkpoints are located at the Old Cairo entrance complex.
Q: Is photography allowed inside the Hanging Church?
A: Non-flash photography is allowed inside the main nave of the Hanging Church.
Q: How long is the walking portion of this tour?
A: Total walking distance within the pedestrian Coptic precinct is under 1.5 km over flat stone paths.
- accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible with ramps across most church courtyard entrances.
- payment Terms
- Payable online or cash on arrival.
- visa Requirements
- Valid Egyptian Entry Visa required.
- cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to tour start time.
- refund
- Full refund to original payment method within 3 business days.
- travel Insurance
- Optional.
- health Requirements
- Suitable for all mobility levels.