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Discovering the secrets of Garbage City and St Simon's monastery

Cairo
Duration: 2h
Languages: English
Guru: Abanoub
Registered on April 30, 2023

I am born and raised in “Garbage City” in Cairo, and I am a professional photographer. I work inside the Monastery of St Simon the Tanner (aka Cave Church), as a photographer and editor (video and photos) for visitors at the Mario High Ropes center. In addition, I organize tours inside the Garbage City next to the monastery, with unique experiences such as visiting a pigeon tower, visit of a recycling center, a plastic factory, and an explanation of the unique story of its inhabitants - which are overwhelmingly Christians from Upper Egypt like myself.

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
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Tour description

Visit one of the most unique places in Cairo with Abanoub, a local, born and raised in Manshiyat Nasser (also known as "Garbage City").

We will visit:

  • Churches: Cave church, Cathedral church, St Mark church (Roman theatre)
  • Fun: one of the highest pigeon towers with a spectacular view of Cairo
  • Art: eL Seed’s giant mural over 50 houses, recycling handicrafts made by local women
  • Recycling: Recycling center showing how residents of Garbage City get one of the highest recycling rates in the world


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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    27H9+XPP, Al-Mokattam St, Al Abageyah...
    27H9+XPP, Al-Mokattam St, Al Abageyah, El Khalifa, Cairo Governorate 4421040, Egypt
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    - Please contact me on WhatsApp so I can guide you towards the site; I can give directions to your Uber driver or arrange for transportation from your hotel - We will can reach the Monastery esplanada either by walking (20 minutes) or by taking a tuktuk

  • 1
    Outside visit
    St. Simon "The Tanner" Monastery

    We will visit the monastery and discover the history of its construction as well as the crucial role it played for the inhabitants of the Garbage City

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

13 ratings
4.9
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Professionalism
4.54
Fun
4.77
Expression
4.46
Quality
4.46
Route
5.0
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Kevin 08 Apr 2024
Antwerp

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
The tour Abanoub gave was well planned and well times, not too long not too short. You get to see interesting, authentic places you could never find on your own like where they melt plastic or all the way up in the highest pigeon tower of the area. He offers refreshing drinks and helps you to find a good taxi, he takes nice pictures and gives information. Excellent tour.
Ahmed 01 Apr 2024
Cairo

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
It was a memorable experience, nothing like you saw before. The religious aspects and also the way of living of the people, will make you have a different perspective of life in Cairo. It is called the trash city but it can be called the recycle city, everything is separated and can be used for something new. Welcome to the biggest carved church in the world.
Ali Taher 01 Apr 2024
Cairo

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Travelled alone - Apr 2024
I had a nice and interesting afternoon with Abanoub. We visited different areas in the Garbage City, It has broadened my view. Highly recommended.
Maxence 29 Mar 2024
Grenoble

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Travelled alone - Mar 2024
Really great experience that allows you to see another aspect of Cairo
Vladimira 27 Mar 2024
Vienna

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Travelled alone - Mar 2024
Er ist ein sehr ruhiger und netter Guide,jeder Wünsch von mir wurde erfüllt.Man ist in guten Händen in Garbage City 🙂
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non 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
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require 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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