Cave Church and the Garbage City Amazing Day Trip from Cairo Airport
Overview
Today you will live an unforgettable experience in Cairo as soon as you set foot in the land of the great pharaohs. Today we will have a new experience that takes us to the foot of Mokattam Mountain, where history meets faith and folk life, and where the road passes quickly until the alleys of Zabaleen City open before the eyes. Here, among the humble houses, lives a community that faces challenges with a different spirit. Piles of garbage are transformed into reusable materials, and labour is restless, as if the place pulsates with a special energy that its inhabitants have created over many decades. The sounds, colours, and smells of daily life leave an indelible mark on the soul.
From the heart of this city, we will begin our ascent towards an architectural and spiritual miracle: The Church of the Cave, which is known as the Church of St Simeon the Baker, a huge building completely carved into the heart of the mountain, with high ceilings and rock walls carved with religious scenes that tell stories from the Gospel, in addition to sitting in this place will give you a unique sense of serenity, as the sunlight infiltrating through the openings of the mountain blends with the awe of the gigantic rocky space.
The walls of this place also bear meticulously carved drawings and statues, and every corner of the church tells of a deep faith and a tremendous human ability to transform solid rock into a house of worship that can accommodate tens of thousands.
Today your memory will be filled with scenes that combine human strength with the spirit of faith, the hustle and bustle of daily life with the quiet of prayer deep in the mountain.
Today you will live an unforgettable experience in Cairo as soon as you set foot in the land of the great pharaohs. Today we will have a new experience that takes us to the foot of Mokattam Mountain, where history meets faith and folk life, and where the road passes quickly until the alleys of Zabaleen City open before the eyes. Here, among the humble houses, lives a community that faces challenges with a different spirit. Piles of garbage are transformed into reusable materials, and labour is restless, as if the place pulsates with a special energy that its inhabitants have created over many decades. The sounds, colours, and smells of daily life leave an indelible mark on the soul.
From the heart of this city, we will begin our ascent towards an architectural and spiritual miracle: The Church of the Cave, which is known as the Church of St Simeon the Baker, a huge building completely carved into the heart of the mountain, with high ceilings and rock walls carved with religious scenes that tell stories from the Gospel, in addition to sitting in this place will give you a unique sense of serenity, as the sunlight infiltrating through the openings of the mountain blends with the awe of the gigantic rocky space.
The walls of this place also bear meticulously carved drawings and statues, and every corner of the church tells of a deep faith and a tremendous human ability to transform solid rock into a house of worship that can accommodate tens of thousands.
Today your memory will be filled with scenes that combine human strength with the spirit of faith, the hustle and bustle of daily life with the quiet of prayer deep in the mountain.
Inclusion
- Full fees and taxes
- Shopping excursions in Cairo
- A free bottle of water during your Tours
- Pick up and drop off services at the airport and return.
- An expert tour guide during your tours in Cairo
- A delicious lunch at a good-quality local restaurant.
- Entrance fees to all tourist attractions are listed in the itinerary above.
- Air-conditioned private car transportation is provided by Cairo Top Tours.
Exclusion
- Gratuities
- Any add-ons
- Personal expenses
- Prices applicable to Egypt tours during Easter and Egypt tours during Christmas and New Year.
Itinerary
As soon as you set foot in Cairo International Airport, a professional tour guide and private driver will be waiting to pick you up in a private air-conditioned car to start your journey on an exceptional day that combines culture, religion and folk life in a unique area located at the foot of Mokattam Mountain, where the city of Zabaleen and the famous cave church are located.
We begin our adventure today with a visit to Zabaleen, a unique community where garbage collectors have been living for decades. The name may sound strange, but what you'll see here is impressive:
You'll learn how waste is sorted and recycled in an amazing way that has made this city a unique model in the world.
You will also see how the people here live in strong social cohesion, going about their daily lives in a challenging environment but with a spirit of hope and creativity.
In addition, our guide will explain the history of the place and the role of its residents in keeping Greater Cairo clean.
Our next step will be to the Church of St Simeon of Kharaz, known as the Church of the Cave, which is the largest church carved into the rocks of Jabal and Qatam, and here you will feel that you are in front of an architectural and spiritual miracle at the same time:
You will enter a huge hall completely carved into the mountain, which can accommodate tens of thousands of worshippers, in addition to being amazed by the murals and giant statues carved on the walls of the cave, which tell stories from the Bible and the lives of the saints, where the spiritual atmosphere there is magical, and where the smell of incense blends with the tranquillity of the place to give you a rare moment of inner peace.
At the end of our adventure today, we'll bring you back to Cairo Airport with unforgettable images from the heart of Mokattam, between the simplicity of Zabaleen City and the splendour of the Cave Church, where humanity and faith came together in one unforgettable journey.
Price
| Number of Persons | Prices |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $120 Per Person |
| 2 - 3 Persons | $80 Per Person |
| 4 - 6 Persons | $70 Per Person |
| 7 - 10 Persons | $50 Per Person |
Start from : 50
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The Cave Church Tour from Cairo Airport is a guided tour that allows travelers to explore the famous Cave Church of St. Simon, also known as the Monastery of St. Simon the Tanner. This unique church is carved into the Mokattam Mountain in Cairo.
Although experienced travelers advise leaving airports for no more than six hours, layovers are at your discretion.
The beginning of a new experience is seeing the Monastery of St. Simon, which is carved out of a stone cave and is one of the world's most unusual churches. On the Cairo day tour, you can also partake in exhilarating rock climbing activities and see the garbage city.
The main attractions included in the Cairo day tour from the airport may vary based on the package selected, but common highlights include the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, and the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Some tours may also include visits to other significant landmarks or optional activities.
The Mastaba (Saqqara Tomb) is a big tomb in a place called Saqqara. It was made a very long time ago by a ruler named Pharaoh Djet, who was an important leader in ancient Egypt. It is one of the biggest tombs from that time.
A Cairo Day Tour to the Cave Church from Cairo Airport is a guided tour that takes you to the Cave Church, also known as the Monastery of Saint Simon, located in the Mokattam Mountain area in Cairo, Egypt. This tour is designed for travelers who have a layover or limited time and want to visit this unique and historically significant religious site.
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