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Free tour

The Hanging church to the Papyrus Museum

Duration: 3h
Languages: English
Registered on April 01, 2020

Hello travelers! I'm Mo Swefy, founder of Cairo Trips, and guru of Cairo :). Actually, all my team are Gurus of Cairo and we speak several languages fluently. We're fun guys and we consider ourselves kind to people and we love meeting and talking with people from other countries. We've traveled through thousands of places in Cairo therefore We know Cairo inside out like the back of our hand. We love everything that has to do with our city and we consider ourselves 100% Cairenes :) "So this is our story: Cairo is our home, and we love this land that gave and taught us so much. Cairo is a microcosm, it's more than just the pyramids and Museums. That's why we decided to build these tours to show you the hidden treasures of this Cosmopolitan city. Especially Islamic Cairo because it is completely underrated and during our tours, you will discover the beauty of our city. All we want is that travelers will leave Cairo with the feeling of having been in a beautiful and safe city full of life" --- and last but least leave good online reviews for us to keep us going :D Warm regards, Cairo Trips A group of dedicated guides

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

I will explain the entire history of Old Cairo through iconic places, how it was founded, curiosities, the history of the Copts, Arab conquest of Egypt, Fatimid, Ayubis, Mamelukes, Ottomans, Muhammad Ali and many other things. I will also take you to the most important sights of Coptic Cairo , so you can see the best of the city from almost every corner! If you want to know everything about this fantastic city, you can't miss my free walking tour in Cairo!

Route:

  • The hanging church 
  • St. Sergius church
  • Ben Ezra synagogue 
  •  Amr Ibn El Aas Mosque (end of initial tour and the following 2nd part of tour is for seeing how papyrus is made into paintings and for seeing gold & silver ancient Egypt cartouches and jewelry…etc and for shopping if desired)
  • Tuktuk to the Mamluk Jewelry & Bazaar
  •  The papyrus museum (End of Route)


 What is not included:
- Tickets for the  Coptic Museum, totaling around 300 Egyptian pounds per person.

*Approximate duration 3  hours*

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Kom Ghorab, Old Cairo, Cairo Governor...
    Kom Ghorab, Old Cairo, Cairo Governorate 4244001, Egypt
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    Across from the washrooms there's a waiting hall behind the wooden screen on the right; I'll be waiting inside :)

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Coptic Cairo، Kom Ghorab
  • 2
    Outside visit
    The Hanging Church (Saint Virgin Mary's Coptic Orthodox Church)
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Mar Girgis
  • 4
    Outside visit
    St. George's church
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Amr ibn Al-A'as Mosque
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Mamluk Jewellery and Bazaar مجوهرات مملوك
  • 7
    Outside visit
    old cairo papyrus museum Ayman Kamel
  • 8
    Outside visit
    Kenouz Spice House
  • 9
    Outside visit
    Royal Perfumes and Oils

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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2.5
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Alberto 10 Oct 2021
Copenhagen

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Travelled alone - Oct 2021
The tour is full of interesting information. It begins with the most historical part of the citadel and then he takes you through the ages of Cairo. Early Egyptians, Muslims, Christians...all of them left an imprint on the city which you will be able to discover along the way. You will also experience the true part of the Islamic quarter and meet some of its artisans first-hand. I highly recommend it!!
Silvia 26 Sep 2021
León

Verified booking
Travelled in couple - Sep 2021
El gurú mando un email a las 5 de la mañana del día del tour(que habíamos reservado a las 10 de la mña) para CANCELARLO y cambiarlo de día. Nosotros habíamos organizado nuestros días en El Cairo a partir de este tour, y nos enteramos de que no iba a venir, mientras lo esperábamos en el punto de encuentro. Yo, personalmente , no estoy leyendo los emails a las 5 de la mañana cuando esté tour ya estaba confirmado. Hablamos con el gurú por teléfono, le dijimos que que menos que avisar con 24horas de antelación y el nos contestó que a él no le consta de que eso sea una regla, se justificó diciendo que a veces a el le cancelan 5 minutos antes.. Eso si, nos ofreció cambiar el tour para otro día, por supuesto no aceptamos.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour requires the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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