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Cairo Private Tour - The Hanging church
The Hanging church
Cairo Private Tour - The Psalter of David at the coptic musuem.
The Psalter of David at the coptic musuem.
Cairo Private Tour - A coptic locates in the same area
A coptic locates in the same area
Cairo Private Tour - The map shows the journey of the Holy Family
The map shows the journey of the Holy Family
Cairo Private Tour - The facade of the coptic musuem
The facade of the coptic musuem
Cairo Private Tour - A key belonging to an ancient monastery at the Cop
A key belonging to an ancient monastery at the Cop
Cairo Private Tour - The fortress of Babylon from outside
The fortress of Babylon from outside
Cairo Private Tour - The Hanging church
The Hanging church

Coptic Cairo

Art, Culture, & Historical
Cairo Tour Guide - Alfred S.

Joined 2025

Alfred S.
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Interview-Based Quality Checks
Cairo
English (Native), Indonesian (Native)
4 hours
Private tour (only you and Alfred S.)
Up to 10 people

In Coptic Cairo, Jesus is revered through sites related to the Holy Family's Flight to Egypt, particularly the Church of St. Sergius and Bacchus (Abu Serga), which is built on the cave where they are believed to have sheltered. The area also holds artistic depictions of Jesus, including frescoes at the Coptic Museum and the "Coptic Mona Lisa" icon at the Hanging Church, reflecting the deep history of Christianity in the region.

The Holy Family's Presence in Coptic Cairo

Itinerary

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09:00 AM

Meeting Point

In front of the Coptic musuem

- I will meet you in front of the Coptic musuem near by the ticket office

11:00 AM

The Hanging Church

The Hanging Church is also referred to as the Suspended Church or Al-Moallaqa. It is called the Hanging Church because it was built on the southern gate of the Roman Fortress. Logs of palm trees and layers of stones were constructed above the ruins of the Roman fortress to be used as a fundament. The Hanging Church is a unique church and has a wooden roof in the shape of Noah’s ark. From the 7th century to the 13th century, the Hanging Church served as the residence of the Coptic Patriarch. Al-Moallaqa has witnessed important elections and religious ceremonies.

11:50 AM

Abu segra Church

According to a biblical narration by evangelist Matthew (Chapter 2), Virgin Mary, Joseph and the baby Jesus fled from Palestine to Egypt out of fear from the persecution of the Jewish King Herod the Great. The Holy Family traveled as far as Assiut (“Deir el Muharraq”) and on their way back home spent some weeks in Old Cairo (below this church)

12:40 PM

The Jewish Synagogue of Ben Ezra

The Synagogue of Ben Ezra was originally a church. However, it needed to be sold to pay the annual taxes imposed on the church by the government in 882 A.D. The synagogue is named after Abraham Ben Ezra who bought the church for a sum of 20,000 dinars. The basilican structure with a nave and two aisles is still recognizable. The synagogue has become famous for its Geniza, an archive of ancient Jewish manuscripts, comprising thousands of rare manuscripts.

01:00 PM

Ending The tour

If you want to locate a coffee shop nearby, I can show you one before I leave.

Ending Point

After we leave the Synagogue

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

An English-speaking licensed guide and expert in Egyptology.

What‘s not included

Transportation

Entrance ticket of the Coptic musuem

lunch

gratitude

Tour Important Information

* How can you get there? You have the option to rent an Uber or taxi, or you can ride the subway (Metro or underground) and disembark at Mari Gerges station. If you choose to use an Uber or taxi, please write on google maps (The coptic musuem)



* If you would like me to set up a car, just send me a message to include it in the quote.

Buying ticket:

* Purchasing the tickets must be done using a Visa card, not in cash.

*Dresscode:

It's fine for men to wear shorts, but it's advised that women avoid wearing shorts or short sleeves.

You can choose to wear either sandals or walking shoes.

Any day is open based on my profile calendar, except for the Holy Week, from Palm Sunday to Good Friday.

Important message from the supplier

I can do excursions from Cairo to Alexandria upon request.

I can do Bird watching tours.


Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Cairo Tour Guide - Alfred S.

Joined 2025

Alfred S.
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Alfred S.

My name is Alfred, and I have been a licensed English-speaking tour guide since 2001. Ever since I was a child, I have dreamed of becoming a tour guide, and as I grew older, I enrolled in a university specializing in tourism, where I studied history and archaeology for four years. Although I began my career, I always felt the need to expand my knowledge. I pursued courses in Egyptology and participated in field trips to various historical sites across Egypt to ensure I would be an excellent guide.


Now I offer you a 21 years of experience as a guide to make your trip to Egypt as you always dreamed of. I am able to journey throughout Egypt.


I am ready to discuss all your needs anytime with a promise to make your visit to Cairo an exquisite experience.


P.S:


My professional practice license accredited by the ministry of tourism in year 2004


A member of the Arab Tourist Guides Federation (ATGF).


A member of the World Federation of Tourist Guides Association (WFTGA).


A member in EGTGS (Egyptian Tour Guide Syndicate)

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$100/ per group

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