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Saint Simon Monastery & Mokatam Hidden Cairo Experience

6 Hours

Trip Info

  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
  • Private Professional Guide
  • English, Spanish, French, German, & Arabic
  • Cairo or Giza Hotel Your private driver and guide will meet you at your hotel lobby at the agreed pickup time.
  • Private Cultural & Historical Tour
  • Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • 1-15
  • Your Hotel in Cairo or Giza
  • 1
  • 99

Overview

Discover a lesser-known side of Cairo on a private Saint Simon Monastery & Mokattam Hidden Cairo Experience. Step away from the traditional tourist route and explore the fascinating Mokattam Hills, where history, faith, local culture, and remarkable architecture come together.

Your private driver and professional guide will take you to the Monastery of Saint Simon the Tanner, also known as the Cave Church, one of Cairo’s most unusual religious landmarks. Built into the Mokattam Mountain area, the church is closely connected with Cairo’s Coptic community and the story of the city’s Zabbaleen community.

Explore the impressive cave-carved church, admire its stone seating and religious artwork, and learn about the history and traditions of the local Christian community.

The experience also takes you into a part of Cairo that many visitors never see, offering a more authentic perspective on the city’s diverse communities and hidden cultural heritage.

This private tour is ideal for travelers who have already visited Cairo’s main attractions or anyone looking for a unique cultural experience away from the usual pyramids-and-museums itinerary

Highlights

  • Discover a hidden side of Cairo
  • Visit Saint Simon the Tanner Monastery / Cave Church
  • Explore the fascinating Mokattam Hills
  • See the remarkable rock-cut church
  • Admire impressive Christian artwork and carvings
  • Learn about Cairo's Coptic Christian heritage
  • Discover the history and culture of the local Zabbaleen community
  • Unique photography opportunities
  • Private air-conditioned transportation
  • Private professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • No forced shopping stops
  • Private and flexible itinerary
  • Perfect for travelers seeking an alternative Cairo experience

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Saint Simon Monastery & Mokatam Hidden Cairo Experience
6% Off
From $90 $85
/ Adult
From $40
/ Child
Free
/ infant
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